Korean cosmetic procedures draw many international patients thanks to high medical standards and reasonable costs. Gangnam alone has over 500 specialized clinics.
Procedure types and recovery
- Botox, fillers, skin boosters: 1 to 3 days recovery, lasts 4 to 12 months
- Ultherapy, Shurink, Thermage: 2 to 5 days recovery, 12 to 18 months
- Thread lifts: 5 to 10 days recovery, 12 to 24 months
- Surgery (eyes, nose, jaw): 2 to 6 weeks recovery, semi-permanent
Tips for foreign patients
Many clinics keep interpreter-coordinators for English, Chinese, Japanese, and more. Don't compare procedures alone; weigh recovery time, intensity, and how long results last, and check certified clinics on the Korea Tourism Organization's Medical Korea.
Full rundown of procedure types, costs, recovery timelines, and safety steps