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Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal in Busan

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Sebaceous hyperplasia appears as small, whitish-yellow, grain-like bumps on the forehead and nose, and can be removed selectively with a laser. Treatment targets only the bumps, limiting damage to the surrounding skin for a smoother texture.

Quick answer: Sebaceous hyperplasia is a harmless enlargement of oil glands that shows as small yellowish-white bumps, often with a tiny central dip, on the forehead, nose and cheeks. At Art of Shine Clinic in Seomyeon, Busan, a precise laser removes each bump in about 5–15 minutes after numbing. Small scabs fall off within 1–2 weeks. Treated bumps usually stay away, but new ones can form. The price depends on the number of lesions.

At a glance

What is Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal?

Sebaceous hyperplasia develops when oil (sebaceous) glands become enlarged. It is common in adults, especially those with oily skin, and the bumps often multiply over time. They are benign, but they can make the skin look uneven and are hard to hide with makeup.

Your doctor first confirms the diagnosis, because some other growths can look similar. Each bump is then removed with a laser, keeping the treatment confined to the lesion. For tiny hard white cysts around the eyes see Milia, Skin Tags & Warts Removal, and for raised pigmented spots see Mole Removal.

How Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal works

The laser removes the enlarged gland tissue at the surface of each bump while sparing the skin around it. Depth is kept conservative to support smooth healing, and the treatment can be repeated if a bump is not fully flattened.

1. Consultation: your doctor examines the bumps to confirm sebaceous hyperplasia and marks those to treat.
2. Treatment: after numbing cream or local anaesthesia (about 10–20 minutes), each bump is treated with the laser in about 5–15 minutes in total.
3. After: recovery ointment is applied and you receive simple instructions for the small scabs.

Why patients choose Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal

• Selective — only the enlarged gland is treated.
• Gentle on surrounding skin — precise laser settings limit wider damage.
• Smoother texture — bumps that makeup cannot hide are flattened.
• Quick — usually about 5–15 minutes of treatment.

Who is sebaceous hyperplasia removal for — and when we suggest something else

Good candidates

• People with small, soft, yellowish bumps on the forehead, nose or cheeks.
• People whose bumps have a tiny central dip and do not squeeze out.
• People who develop several new bumps over the years and want them treated together.
• Anyone bothered by bumps that makeup cannot hide.
• Visitors who can keep small scabs clean and out of the sun for about 1–2 weeks.

We may suggest something else if…

• Your bumps are hard, white and around the eyes. These are more likely milia, treated with Milia, Skin Tags & Warts Removal.
• A bump is growing quickly, bleeds or forms a sore that does not heal. Dr. Park may advise a medical check first.
• Your main concern is oily skin with enlarged pores across the face. Accure Laser or Potenza treat a wider area.
• The spot is pigmented. Mole Removal may suit it better.

What happens at your sebaceous hyperplasia removal session in Seomyeon

1. Message us on WhatsApp first. Send close-up photos of the bumps in good light and tell us roughly how many there are.
2. Consultation with Dr. Park. She confirms each bump is sebaceous hyperplasia rather than milia or another growth. She then agrees the number to treat.
3. Preparation and numbing. The skin is cleaned and numbed with cream or a small local anaesthetic, taking about 10–20 minutes.
4. The treatment. Each bump is treated individually in about 5–15 minutes in total. You may feel mild heat or a pricking sensation.
5. Out the door and follow-up. Small scabs form and fall off within about 1–2 weeks. If a bump is still raised, retreatment can follow after about 4 weeks.

How Dr. Park plans your sebaceous hyperplasia treatment

Sebaceous hyperplasia is an overgrown oil gland, not a cyst. The goal is to flatten the enlarged gland tissue while sparing the skin around it.

Dr. Park treats each bump selectively, adjusting to its size and height. A small bump may need a light touch. A larger one may need a slightly deeper pass. She avoids treating too aggressively, because over-treatment can leave a small dent.

If a bump remains partly raised after healing, a second session after about 4 weeks is safer than one deep pass. New bumps can be treated as they appear.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal results: what to expect and when

• Right after: small pink marks where the bumps were treated.
• Days 3–14: thin scabs form and fall off naturally.
• Weeks 2–8: pinkness fades and the surface looks smoother.
• After 4 weeks: any bump that remains raised can be retreated; new bumps may appear over time. Results vary by person.

Side effects, risks and who should avoid Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal

Laser removal of sebaceous hyperplasia is a minor procedure. Possible side effects include:

• Redness, mild swelling and small scabs (usually heal within 1–2 weeks)
• Temporary darkening of the treated spot, especially with sun exposure
• Rarely, a small dip or scar
• Bumps may persist or new ones may form, needing further treatment

Not suitable if you: have a bump that bleeds, grows quickly, ulcerates or looks unusual (it should be assessed first); have an active infection in the area; tend to form keloid scars; have recently taken isotretinoin; or are pregnant. Tell your doctor about blood thinners.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal vs Milia Removal and Accure Laser: which should you choose?

The difference is between treating single bumps and treating oily skin overall.

Choose sebaceous hyperplasia removal for distinct bumps you can count. Choose Accure Laser if oiliness and acne are the wider problem. Dr. Park will confirm which bumps are which.

Aftercare after Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal

• Do not pick the scab; let it fall off naturally.
• Apply sunscreen thoroughly for 1–2 weeks after treatment.
• Apply the recovery ointment regularly, as instructed.
• Pinkness may remain after the scab falls off and fades gradually.
• Avoid saunas, hot baths and strenuous exercise while the skin heals.

Travelling? Read our aftercare tips for travellers.

Downtime after sebaceous hyperplasia removal, and flying home

Each treated bump becomes a small red spot, then a thin scab within a day or two. Most people go out the same day. Apply the recovery ointment as instructed, use sunscreen, and let scabs fall off naturally. Pinkness after the scab falls off fades gradually.

Avoid saunas, jjimjilbang, hot baths and hard exercise until the scabs have gone. Keep alcohol light while healing. Makeup can go around the spots but not on fresh scabs. Flying is generally fine. Tell Dr. Park your flight date when you book. See our aftercare tips for travellers.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal prices in Busan (KRW)

Pricing for Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal depends on the area, dose and plan your doctor recommends. Ask us on WhatsApp for a quote before your visit.

Listed amounts are non-covered treatment fees in Korean won (KRW) and exclude 10% VAT. Payment is made at the clinic on the day of your visit. Costs may vary with the treatment area and dosage, and results, recovery time and side effects differ from person to person. Details are explained during an in-clinic consultation.

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Why do I keep getting new sebaceous hyperplasia bumps?

Sebaceous hyperplasia reflects a tendency of oil glands to enlarge over time. It is more common in middle age and in people with oily skin. Sun exposure and family tendency may also play a part.

Treating a bump flattens that gland, but it does not change your skin type. New glands elsewhere can enlarge later. Many people return occasionally to treat new bumps as they appear. Daily sunscreen and a gentle skincare routine are sensible. Ask Dr. Park whether other oil-control options suit you.

Can I squeeze sebaceous hyperplasia like a whitehead?

No. Sebaceous hyperplasia is overgrown gland tissue, not trapped oil or keratin. Squeezing will not empty it. It can cause redness, bleeding or a mark instead.

This is one way to tell it apart from a whitehead or milium. A whitehead can be cleared with medical extraction. Sebaceous hyperplasia needs the gland tissue itself to be treated. If you are unsure what your bumps are, send photos on WhatsApp. Dr. Park will confirm at your consultation before treatment.

Will treating sebaceous hyperplasia leave marks?

Most bumps heal flat with only temporary pinkness. A small risk of a dent, light spot or dark mark remains. This depends on bump size, skin type, sun exposure and aftercare.

Dr. Park treats conservatively to protect the surrounding skin. She would rather retreat a bump than go too deep at once. Leaving scabs alone, using the ointment and protecting the area from sun all lower the risk. Tell her if you tend to develop dark marks after spots or injuries.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia Removal FAQ

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• Mole Removal — precise CO2 laser mole removal

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Medically reviewed by

Dr. Park Yoon-soo— Head Director, Art of Shine Clinic Busan

Medical graduate of Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, intern at Asan Medical Center. Rejuran and Rejuviel Expert Member (PharmaResearch), Restylane Expert Member (Galderma), Belotero Key Doctor (Merz Korea) and 2026 Coretox Expert. Member of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society and the Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology.

This page is for general information and does not replace an in-person medical consultation. Results, recovery time and side effects vary from person to person.

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