Patient Guides for Skin Treatment in Seoul
Clear answers to the questions international patients ask most before visiting a dermatologist in Korea – from checking a doctor's board certification to flying home after Botox. Written for patients by The Heal Dermatology Sinsa Main Branch.
Choosing a dermatologist
- How to choose a dermatologist in Seoul
- How to verify a Korean board-certified dermatologist
- Dermatologist vs. "skin clinic" in Korea: what's the difference?
- What happens at your first dermatology visit in Seoul
Planning your trip
- How many days do you need for skin treatment in Korea?
- Which treatments are safe before a flight?
- Best season for skin treatment in Korea
- Combining several treatments in one trip
Downtime & aftercare
- Downtime guide by treatment
- Sunscreen after laser
- When can I wear makeup after laser?
- Can I fly after Botox?
- Can I fly after fillers?
- Alcohol after skin treatment
- Sauna and jjimjilbang after treatment
- Aftercare for laser toning
- How many pico toning sessions do I need?
Treatment comparisons
- Oligio vs. Thermage
- Ulthera vs. Shurink
- Juvelook vs. Sculptra
- Rejuran vs. other skin boosters
- Botox brands used in Korea
Quality & safety
- Why genuine, full-dose products matter
- How Korean skin analysis works
- Treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Isotretinoin (Accutane) and lasers
- Laser safety for darker skin tones
- Melasma and laser: risks to know
- K-beauty skincare routine after treatment
- What to do if a complication occurs
Booking, payment & documents
- Booking a consultation online
- What to bring to your appointment
- Interpreter and language support
- Payment methods for foreigners
- VAT refunds on cosmetic treatment in Korea
- Medical tourism registration in Korea
- Receipts and documents for insurance
- Getting medical records in English
- Follow-up after returning home