Helios III
Also known as: Helios III
Korean name: 헬리오스 III
About this procedure
A Q-Switch device that uses two wavelengths: 1064nm (targeting pigment and tattoo particles, minimizing thermal damage) and 532nm (for superficial and deep pigments and multi-colored tattoos). The manufacturer states it offers 5 operating modes and 81 microbeam fractional modes.
Who it's for
Pigmented lesions, tattoo removal, skin tone improvement
Effect
Aims to lighten pigments and tattoos, with individual variations.
Procedure time
Approximately 5-15 minutes (laser toning within 5 minutes, IPL typically 10-15 minutes — individual devices not confirmed)
Anesthesia
None to topical — low-power toning is often performed without anesthesia, and if sensitive to pain, relief can be provided with ointment or cooling (general standards for laser toning and IPL, individual devices not confirmed)
Recommended stay in Korea
1-2 days (general standard, hospital confirmation needed). Actual schedule to be confirmed during hospital consultation.
Alternative procedures
Spectra, Clarity II — the difference lies in having fractional mode (81 microbeams)