The most complete, foreigner-friendly pricing guide for Korean dermatology treatments.
Korea is one of the world’s most advanced countries for dermatology and cosmetic medicine.
Every year, millions of foreign visitors come to Korea for Botox, fillers, laser treatments, skin boosters, and anti-aging lifting procedures.
But before booking a treatment, the biggest question is always the same:
“How much does it cost?”
“Why is Korea cheaper than my country?”
“Are prices the same in Gangnam and other areas?”
This guide gives you realistic, updated, clinic-based price ranges for foreigners, based on Seoul, Busan, Incheon, and Daegu dermatology clinics.
🧭 Why Korean Dermatology Is More Affordable (Yet High Quality)
Korea’s dermatology market is unique. Prices are lower than the US, Canada, Europe, Singapore, and Australia — but the quality is often higher.
✔ 1. Extremely high patient volume
Korean clinics treat hundreds of patients daily.
High volume = lower cost per treatment.
✔ 2. Competitive clinic environment
Especially in Gangnam, clinics compete heavily.
This keeps prices transparent and affordable.
✔ 3. Advanced medical devices
Korea adopts new laser devices faster than most countries.
More devices = more options = better pricing.
✔ 4. Skilled dermatologists
Korean dermatologists perform cosmetic procedures daily, not occasionally.
Experience reduces complications and improves results.
✔ 5. Package culture
Korea offers packages (3–10 sessions) that reduce cost significantly.
💉 1. Botox Prices in Korea (Updated 2025–2026)
Botox is one of the most popular treatments among foreigners.
✔ Average Price Range
- Forehead: ₩40,000–₩80,000
- Crow’s feet: ₩50,000–₩90,000
- Jaw Botox (V-line): ₩120,000–₩200,000
- Shoulder Botox: ₩150,000–₩250,000
✔ Premium Brands
- Botox Allergan: +₩40,000–₩80,000
- Dysport: +₩30,000–₩60,000
✔ Why Foreigners Love Korean Botox
- Natural results
- Fast procedure (3–5 minutes)
- Very affordable compared to US/EU
- Skilled injectors
💎 2. Filler Prices in Korea
Fillers are used for nose, chin, under-eye, cheek, and contouring.
✔ Average Price Range (per 1cc)
- Standard HA filler: ₩150,000–₩350,000
- Premium filler (Juvederm, Restylane): ₩300,000–₩600,000
- Chin filler: ₩200,000–₩400,000
- Under-eye filler: ₩300,000–₩600,000
✔ Why Prices Vary
- Brand
- Doctor experience
- Area injected
- Number of syringes
✔ Korea’s Filler Strength
- Natural shaping
- Minimal swelling
- High safety standards
⚡ 3. Laser Treatment Prices in Korea
Korea is globally famous for laser treatments.
✔ Laser Toning
- ₩60,000–₩120,000 per session
- Best for pigmentation, redness, brightening
✔ Pico Laser
- ₩150,000–₩300,000
- Best for melasma, freckles, sunspots
✔ Fraxel / Fractional Laser
- ₩250,000–₩600,000
- Best for acne scars, pores, wrinkles
✔ IPL
- ₩70,000–₩150,000
- Best for redness, rosacea, tone correction
✔ Why Korea’s Laser Prices Are Lower
- Clinics own multiple devices
- High patient turnover
- Efficient treatment systems
🌱 4. Skin Booster Prices in Korea
Skin boosters are one of Korea’s signature treatments.
✔ Rejuran
- ₩200,000–₩350,000
✔ Chanel Injection (NCTF 135HA)
- ₩150,000–₩300,000
✔ Exosome
- ₩250,000–₩450,000
✔ Other Boosters
- Hyaluronic boosters: ₩120,000–₩250,000
- Collagen stimulators: ₩200,000–₩400,000
✔ Why Foreigners Love Skin Boosters
- Fast glow
- Minimal downtime
- Great for short-term visitors
🔊 5. Lifting Treatment Prices (Ultherapy, Shurink, InMode)
✔ Ultherapy
- Full face: ₩1,200,000–₩2,500,000
- Neck: ₩600,000–₩1,200,000
✔ Shurink
- ₩150,000–₩350,000
✔ InMode
- ₩200,000–₩450,000
✔ Why Korea Leads in Lifting
- Latest devices
- Skilled dermatologists
- Affordable compared to US/EU
🏙️ Gangnam vs Other Areas — Price Differences
✔ Gangnam
- Highest competition
- Most devices
- Slightly higher prices
- Best for premium brands
✔ Hongdae / Mapo
- Affordable
- Trendy clinics
- Good for laser & boosters
✔ Local clinics (outside Seoul)
- Lowest prices
- Fewer premium devices
- Good for basic treatments
🎁 Package Deals — How Foreigners Save Money
Korean clinics often offer packages:
✔ Laser packages
- 3 sessions: 10–20% discount
- 5 sessions: 20–30% discount
✔ Skin booster packages
- 3 sessions: ₩450,000–₩900,000
✔ Lifting packages
- Shurink + InMode combo: ₩300,000–₩600,000
Packages are the best way for foreigners to save money.
⚠️ Important Tips for Foreigners
✔ 1. Always ask for the number of shots / joules / cc
More shots = better results.
✔ 2. Ask if the doctor performs the injection
Some clinics use nurses for injections.
✔ 3. Avoid “too cheap” clinics
Extremely low prices can mean low-quality products.
✔ 4. Ask for English consultation
Most Gangnam clinics offer it.
✔ 5. Check before/after photos
Korean clinics have extensive portfolios.
⭐ Official Resources & Korean Clinic Info
- Korean Plastic Surgery Review Info
- K-Beauty Community (English)
https://en.kbeautycommunity.com
- Korea Medical Tourism Info
