Skin Treatment

Ruby Laser — Q-Switched 694nm

Q-switched Ruby laser at 694nm — used for tattoo removal, lentigines and pigmented lesions on Asian skin.

Safety summary
Duration
10–30 minutes per session
Pain level
Mild — warm tingling
Downtime
Pinpoint scabbing 5–10 days; full healing 2–3 weeks
Contraindications
Pregnancy · active acne flare · isotretinoin within 6 months
Aftercare
SPF 50 + reapply · no exfoliation 5 days · gentle cleanser
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About this treatment
Key facts
Category
Skin Treatment
Duration
10–30 minutes per session
Downtime
Pinpoint scabbing 5–10 days; full healing 2–3 weeks
Anaesthesia
Topical numbing cream
Price (from)
From ฿2,900 / session · ฿7,500 / 3-session program
Country of origin
South Korea / Italy (Q-switched 694nm)
Halal compatibility
Compatible (synthetic ingredients)
Locations
Siam Square One · BTS Siam Exit 3
Patient rating
4.7 / 5 (240+ reviews)

Ruby Laser delivers nanosecond pulses at the 694nm wavelength — the most selective wavelength for melanin absorption among the Q-switched lasers in our menu (Ruby vs Pico-Alex vs Nd:YAG). Used primarily for: amateur and professional tattoo removal (especially blue-black inks), solar lentigines (sun spots), café-au-lait macules, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that hasn't responded to topical regimens.

The shallow tissue penetration of 694nm means lower risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on Type IV–V Asian skin compared to longer-wavelength lasers — which is why our patient base for Ruby Laser is heavily Asian-skin-typed.

Authenticity & Provenance

Where it comes from, what's inside, who certifies it.

Halal-compatible

Energy-based treatment — no injected or topical substance enters the body. Halal-compatible by default (no ingredient question).

Country of origin
South Korea / Italy (Q-switched 694nm)
Who it's for
  • Tattoo removal (especially older blue-black amateur tattoos)
  • Solar lentigines (sun spots) on face + hands
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on Asian skin
  • Café-au-lait macules and lentigo simplex
Your treatment, step by step
  1. 01
    Pigment assessment

    Photo-document the lesion + classify type (lentigo / PIH / tattoo / etc).

  2. 02
    Topical anaesthesia

    Numbing cream applied 20 minutes before treatment.

  3. 03
    Ruby pulse delivery

    Q-switched pulses delivered at the lesion. Audible snap; mild stinging sensation.

  4. 04
    Post-treatment care

    Cooling gel; healing ointment; SPF 50+ daily essential during recovery window.

Why Waleerat at this price

Compare our pricing with anyone — here is what you get that's different.

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Licensed physicians since 2013

Every treatment performed by a Thai-licensed physician — Mahidol-trained MDs with documented case counts. No nurse-injectors.

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Lot-number verification, on demand

Show me the lot. Every injectable opened in front of you with serial visible — no white-label or counterfeit risk.

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Thai FDA + US FDA + KFDA + CE approved

Our injectables and devices pass at least one major regulator's filing. Provenance is published on every service page.

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Thai and English at every consultation

Thai and English are spoken by all clinical staff. 中文, 日本語, 한국어 and العربية are covered by an on-call medical translator, arranged when you request it at booking.

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At BTS Siam, Exit 3

Siam Square One, at BTS Siam Exit 3 opposite Siam Paragon. Walk-in distance from the platform, no driving stress.

Pain level — honest 1-10
3/ 10

Mild — warm tingling

Topical anaesthetic 30 minutes before every treatment. Anxiolytics available on request. Your physician adapts technique to your sensitivity level.

Open-Box Protocol — see the lot before injection
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Vial opened in front of you

Every injectable is unwrapped + opened in front of the patient — never pre-prepared in another room.

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Lot number photographed if requested

Take a photo of the lot number + expiry on the box — verify against the manufacturer database any time.

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Authentic-source-only policy

Allergan / Galderma / Merz / Allergan / LG Chem / CLASSYS direct — no grey-market, no white-label, no parallel imports.

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Consent form lists the actual product

Consent form names the exact brand + lot. If we substitute, we re-consent on the spot.

Many of our chat patients cite 'doctor opened the vial in front of me' as the reason they chose Waleerat — so we made it an explicit, published protocol.

Pre-visit checklist

137 first-time patients asked this in chat — so we wrote it as a checklist.

Avoid before
  • NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin) — 5 days prior
  • Fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, ginkgo — 5 days prior
  • Alcohol — 24 hours prior
  • Heavy facial massage / sauna — 24 hours prior
Bring with you
  • Government photo ID
  • List of current medications + supplements
  • Reference photos (Instagram saves work great)
  • Sunglasses — easy on the eyes after numbing
Compare with alternatives
TreatmentMechanismDurationResults lastPriceBest for
Ruby Laser — Q-Switched 694nm(this page)Q-switched Ruby laser at 694nm — used for tattoo removal, lentigines and pigmented lesions on Asian skin.10–30 minutes per sessionSolar lentigines: 60–80% clearance after 1–2 sessions. Tattoo removal: 50–70% fade per session, 4–8 sessions for complete clearance. Healing window 2–3 weeks per session.From ฿2,900 / session · ฿7,500 / 3-session programTattoo removal (especially older blue-black amateur tattoos)
Profhilo Bio-RemodellingHybrid hyaluronic acid bio-remodelling.45 minutesVisible at 4 weeks. Protocol of 2 sessions, 1 month apart. Lasts 6 months.From ฿22,999 / 1 bottle, 2ccSkin laxity
Hutox Botulinum Toxin Type A (Korea)Korean Huons BioPharma — 99.8% purity · 4–6 month duration · Thai-FDA approved · accessible Korean Botox brand.15–20 minutesOnset 3–5 days; peak result 10–14 days; sustained effect 4–6 months. Maintenance every 4–6 months for continuous results.From ฿8,999 / 100 UnitsFirst-time Botox patients (entry tier)
Wrinkle-Relax InjectionWrinkle-relax injection for dynamic lines.15–20 minutesOnset 3–7 days, peak at 14 days. Lasts 3–4 months.From ฿9,999 / 100 Units (Neuronox) · ฿15,999 / 100 Units (Xeomin) · ฿19,999 / 100 Units (Allergan)Forehead and frown lines

Comparative information only — individual results vary. Please consult a licensed physician before deciding.

Preparation and aftercare for Ruby Laser — Q-Switched 694nm

Research-informed guidance for this treatment type. Your doctor’s written plan after assessment always takes priority.

Before your appointment

  • Tell the clinician about recent tanning, sun exposure, cold sores, keloid tendency, active infection, pigment changes after injury, medicines or products that increase light sensitivity, and prior laser or isotretinoin use.
  • Use sun protection before treatment and do not change prescribed medicine without clinician advice.

After treatment

  • Use the cleanser, moisturiser or wound product in the written plan and protect the area from sun.
  • Do not pick crusts, scrub, exfoliate or restart retinoids/acids until the clinician's advised time.
  • Use only the cooling method and makeup timing supplied for the exact laser settings.

What may be expected

  • Redness, warmth, swelling, darkening or light crusting may occur depending on the laser and settings.

Contact us promptly

  • Contact the clinic for blistering, increasing pain, spreading redness, drainage, fever, a cold-sore outbreak, scarring or marked pigment change.

1:1 follow-up

Before you leave, the team records your treatment, expected recovery, follow-up timing and direct contact path. A doctor reviews concerns when needed.

Consultation and follow-up contact →
Available at our branches
Flagship · BTS Siam
Siam Square One

Siam Square One flagship — opposite Siam Paragon, skywalk from BTS Siam Exit 3, in the CBD heart of Bangkok (Pathum Wan). 1-minute walk from BTS.

226/1 Rama 1 Road, 2F, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330 — Siam Square One, opposite Siam Paragon · BTS Siam Exit 3
Walking distance to
  • BTS Siam (Exit 3)1m
  • Siam Paragon2m
  • Siam Discovery3m
  • Siam Center3m
  • Siam Kempinski Hotel4m
  • MBK Center5m
  • Chulalongkorn University8m
View on Google Maps →
Benefits
  • Selective melanin absorption — minimal damage to surrounding tissue
  • Gold-standard for blue/black tattoo ink removal
  • Effective on solar lentigines + lentigo simplex on Asian skin
  • Halal-compatible (laser device only, no ingredient injection)
  • Pairs with Pico Laser for combined-modality pigment correction

What to expect

Solar lentigines: 60–80% clearance after 1–2 sessions. Tattoo removal: 50–70% fade per session, 4–8 sessions for complete clearance. Healing window 2–3 weeks per session.

Individual results vary. Outcomes depend on age, skin type, anatomy, lifestyle and adherence to aftercare. All procedures carry risk; detailed risk information is reviewed during consultation and signed informed consent is obtained before any treatment.

Before you choose a clinic

A consultation is for deciding, not committing

Bring your goals, medical history, medicines and previous procedures. Ask for plain-language answers and take time to consider them before giving informed consent.

See the clinic-choice checklist

Ready to talk to our doctor?

Send a photo or describe your concern on LINE — we'll suggest a treatment plan and price range before you visit.

CHAT ON LINE
Common questions
Ruby vs Pico Laser — which one for my pigmentation?+
Different mechanisms. Pico (picosecond) delivers shorter pulses at multiple wavelengths — ideal for melasma + dermal pigment. Ruby (nanosecond) at 694nm has highest melanin selectivity — ideal for epidermal lentigines + tattoo removal. Many patients benefit from both used at different sessions for different lesion types. Your physician will map your specific lesions to the right modality.
Will tattoo removal be complete?+
Most amateur blue-black tattoos clear 80–95% over 4–8 sessions. Professional multi-colour tattoos (red, green, yellow) require additional Pico-Alex sessions for non-blue inks. Complete erasure to 'invisible' is achievable in ~70% of cases; the remaining 30% retain a faint shadow visible only under direct sunlight.
Is Ruby Laser halal-compatible?+
Yes. Ruby Laser is a device-based treatment delivering laser pulses to the skin — no ingredient injection, no topical product with animal-derived components. The cooling gel and post-treatment ointment we use are plant-derived (synthetic glycerin + plant oils). Halal-conscious patients can verify the post-care products on request.
Is Ruby Laser — Q-Switched 694nm halal-friendly?+
Energy-based treatment — no injected or topical substance enters the body. Halal-compatible by default (no ingredient question). If you avoid animal-derived materials, this treatment is open to you. Tell the physician at consultation and the specific product and lot used on the day can be confirmed with you. This reflects the ingredients used, not a halal certification.
What happens during a Ruby Laser session?+
Pigment assessment — Photo-document the lesion + classify type (lentigo / PIH / tattoo / etc). Topical anaesthesia — Numbing cream applied 20 minutes before treatment. Ruby pulse delivery — Q-switched pulses delivered at the lesion. Audible snap; mild stinging sensation. Post-treatment care — Cooling gel; healing ointment; SPF 50+ daily essential during recovery window. A physician assesses your face first and sets the plan; what is done and where follows from that assessment.
Who is a good candidate for Ruby Laser?+
Generally considered for: Tattoo removal (especially older blue-black amateur tattoos) · Solar lentigines (sun spots) on face + hands · Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on Asian skin · Café-au-lait macules and lentigo simplex. Whether it suits you is decided by a physician at assessment, and there are people for whom it is not advised.
3 more questions+
Does Ruby Laser hurt?+
Anaesthesia for this treatment: Topical numbing cream. A session runs about 10–30 minutes per session. How much a person feels varies, and anything that concerns you is worth raising at assessment.
What is the recovery like after Ruby Laser?+
Downtime: Pinpoint scabbing 5–10 days; full healing 2–3 weeks. How quickly this settles varies from person to person; ask your physician before planning anything that depends on the date.
How many sessions before I see results?+
Solar lentigines: 60–80% clearance after 1–2 sessions. Tattoo removal: 50–70% fade per session, 4–8 sessions for complete clearance. Healing window 2–3 weeks per session.
Common questions about our clinic

Real questions from real customers — collated from chat conversations.

Are there other promotions?+
Current prices are listed on each service page. Message LINE @waleeratclinic to ask about pricing.
How much does it cost — is there a promo?+
Starting prices are listed on each service page. Message LINE @waleeratclinic for current pricing.
How long does the treatment take?+
Each service varies — topical numbing 30 minutes + procedure 30–90 minutes, totalling 60–120 minutes per session.
Are there side effects?+
Every aesthetic treatment has minor reversible side effects (mild swelling, bruising, redness for 1–7 days). Serious side effects are rare and preventable with a licensed physician and following aftercare instructions.
Where is the clinic?+
Siam Square One, 2nd floor, at BTS Siam Exit 3, opposite Siam Paragon. Open 11:00–19:00 daily.
How long do results last?+
Varies by treatment — Botox 3–6 months · HA filler 9–18 months · thread lift 12–18 months · HIFU/RF 12–24 months · Sculptra 2–3 years · Pico/Drip ongoing per physician guidance.
Does it hurt?+
Topical anaesthetic applied 30 minutes before. Discomfort averages 3–6/10 depending on treatment. Anxiolytics available for anxious patients.
Pregnant or breastfeeding — can I do this?+
All injectable treatments are paused during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Light facials and select vitamin drips remain safe. Always inform your physician.
Can I go home immediately / how many days off work?+
Filler/Botox/laser — go home immediately, no rest needed · thread lift — go home immediately, avoid strenuous activity 2–3 days · HIFU/RF — go home immediately.
Translation support for Chinese / Japanese / Korean / English?+
Chinese, English and Japanese-speaking staff on site at Siam Square One · Korean — book 24h ahead.
How do I book — is rush appointment available?+
Book via LINE @waleeratclinic or website. Rush appointments within 24h subject to availability.
Can I pay by credit card / 0% instalment?+
All credit cards accepted · 0% instalments up to 10 months (KBank/SCB/BBL/Citi) · QR PromptPay supported.

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