Laser toning is a low-energy Q-switched Nd:YAG laser treatment: ① gradual pigmentation fading (vs aggressive single-session removal), ② safer for melasma (less rebound risk), ③ uniform skin tone improvement, ④ minimal downtime (slight redness 24 hours). Sessions 1–2 weeks apart, 5–10 sessions for full effect. Combined with herbal medicine and topical care for best results. Standard treatment for Asian skin types — gentler approach yields better outcomes.