Skin Clinic Prices in Korea: What Treatments Really Cost

Korea is famous for offering high-quality cosmetic dermatology at prices far lower than the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Singapore. But the price range varies depending on the treatment, brand, clinic location, and the experience of the medical team.
Here’s a clear breakdown of what foreigners can realistically expect to pay in 2025.

💉 Injectable Treatments (Botox, Fillers, Skin Boosters)

Botox Prices in Korea

• Small facial areas: ₩30,000 – ₩80,000
• Jaw slimming (masseter): ₩60,000 – ₩150,000
• Sweat reduction (underarm): ₩120,000 – ₩250,000
• Premium imported Botox brands are on the higher end.

Filler Prices in Korea

• Standard hyaluronic acid filler per 1cc: ₩250,000 – ₩550,000
• Premium brands per 1cc: ₩600,000 – ₩1,200,000
• Chin, nose, and cheek fillers may require 1–3cc, depending on the goal.

Skin Boosters / Rejuvenation Injections

• Standard hydrating boosters: ₩120,000 – ₩250,000
• Collagen-stimulating boosters (e.g., polynucleotides): ₩200,000 – ₩450,000
• Premium anti-aging cocktails: ₩300,000 – ₩700,000

✨ Laser Treatments & Skin Texture Procedures

Basic Laser Toning & Pigmentation

• Price per session: ₩70,000 – ₩180,000
• Often recommended weekly or monthly.

Advanced Scar/Resurfacing Lasers (Fraxel, CO₂, etc.)

• Price per session: ₩200,000 – ₩600,000
• Best for acne scars, pores, wrinkles, and texture.

Pore Tightening, Redness, or Melasma Programs

• Price per session: ₩80,000 – ₩200,000
• Multi-session packages are common.

⚡ Lifting & Contouring Treatments (HIFU, RF, Threads)

HIFU Lifting (Shurink, Ultraformer, Liftera)

• Partial face: ₩120,000 – ₩300,000
• Full face: ₩250,000 – ₩600,000
• Premium devices cost more but deliver stronger tightening.

Radiofrequency Lifting (Thermage, Oligio)

• Oligio (Korean RF): ₩300,000 – ₩800,000
• Thermage FLX: ₩1,500,000 – ₩3,500,000
• Thermage is significantly more expensive due to the tip cost.

Thread Lifting

• Partial lift: ₩400,000 – ₩900,000
• Full face lift: ₩1,000,000 – ₩2,500,000+
• Price depends heavily on the number and type of threads used.

🧴 Skin Care & Facial Treatment Programs

Acne Treatments

• Light therapy, peels, toning combination: ₩40,000 – ₩150,000

Chemical Peels

• Light peels: ₩40,000 – ₩90,000
• Medium/deeper peels: ₩100,000 – ₩200,000

HydraFacial / Aqua Peel

• ₩60,000 – ₩150,000 depending on add-ons.

Glass Skin Programs

• ₩150,000 – ₩400,000 per session
  Includes hydrating boosters, lasers, and tightening devices.

🎯 Body Treatments (Fat Dissolving, Hair Removal, Body RF)

Fat Dissolving Injections

• Small area (double chin): ₩80,000 – ₩200,000
• Larger areas (armpit fat, bra bulge): ₩120,000 – ₩300,000

Laser Hair Removal

• Underarm: ₩10,000 – ₩30,000
• Brazilian: ₩40,000 – ₩120,000
• Full leg: ₩90,000 – ₩200,000

Body Contouring RF / HIFU

• Per area/session: ₩120,000 – ₩350,000
• Abdomen or thighs can require multiple sessions.

🧭 Why Korea’s Prices Are Lower

• High competition in Gangnam reduces pricing.
• Clinics treat large volumes, lowering per-treatment cost.
• Korean manufacturers produce affordable devices & injectables.
• Transparent price menus are common, especially for foreigners.

📌 Tips for Choosing a Clinic

• Always check brand, units/cc, and number of shots included.
• Very cheap prices often use domestic brands or smaller doses.
• Ask if treatments are doctor-performed or coordinator-performed.
• Avoid clinics that push aggressive upselling once you arrive.