Male plastic surgery in Korea most often begins at the upper eyelids, where a stitched crease can be set in under 20 minutes through a row of tiny punctures, as a 2009 technique report by Fan and Low described. Many men ask for a low, fairly straight fold instead of a wide arc. Nose refinement on thicker skin and chest contouring come next, each sized so the change stays hard to pinpoint.
Clinics in Seoul
5 clinics for Plastic surgery in Seoul
| # | Clinic | Devices & products | Area | Languages | Listed price | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ENTER Plastic Surgery | SMAS facelift · Blepharoplasty · Rhinoplasty · Fat grafting | Gangnam-daero | - | ₩1,300,000 | - |
| 2 | Rewind Plastic Surgery | Mini facelift · Blepharoplasty · Rhinoplasty · Fat grafting | Nonhyeon-ro | English · Español | ₩1,200,000 | 5.0 (54) |
| 3 | Garnet Plastic Surgery | Mini facelift · Blepharoplasty · Rhinoplasty · Fat grafting | Apgujeong Station | English | ₩2,000,000 | - |
| 4 | JN Plastic Surgery | Facelift · Blepharoplasty · Rhinoplasty | Gangnam Station | 中文 | - | - |
| 5 | Girin Plastic Surgery | Mini facelift · Blepharoplasty · Rhinoplasty | Sinnonhyeon Station | English · 中文 · 日本語 · ไทย | - | 4.9 (2,934) |
11. ENTER Plastic Surgery
ENTER Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam-daero. Plastic surgery is offered here together with thread lifts, facelift surgery and HIFU lifting. Its listed plastic surgery price starts from ₩1,300,000 + VAT.
Gangnam skin and lifting clinic with a facelift surgeon
- Skin plus surgery
- English & Japanese staff
- Station-front
- Board-certified plastic surgeons on staff
- Eyelid and facelift surgery here is planned and performed by the same surgeon, with hyperbaric oxygen and IV drips available afterwards.
- One minute from Nonhyeon Station Exit 4 on the Sinbundang Line, on Gangnam-daero.
Eyelid or facelift planning trips · Japanese-speaking visitors
- Location
- Gangnam-daero
- Listed price
- From ₩1,300,000 + VAT
22. Rewind Plastic Surgery
★ 5.054 Google reviewsRewind Plastic Surgery sits in Nonhyeon-ro, a plastic surgery clinic that holds a 5.0 Google rating across 54 reviews. It offers plastic surgery alongside HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Consultations are available in English and Spanish, and listed plastic surgery prices start at ₩1,200,000 + VAT.
Apgujeong lifting surgery clinic with a skin-care side
- Surgical lifting
- Same surgeon throughout
- Calm, private floors
- Board-certified plastic surgeons on staff
- The same surgeon carries each case from first consultation to final follow-up.
- Botox, Ultherapy Prime, Thermage FLX, Rejuran and Juvelook are offered, planned separately from surgery.
Combining Botox with lifting consult · Jawline and neck concerns
- Location
- Nonhyeon-ro
- Languages
- English · Español
- Listed price
- From ₩1,200,000 + VAT
33. Garnet Plastic Surgery
Garnet Plastic Surgery runs a plastic surgery clinic a 4-minute walk from Apgujeong Station. Its menu covers plastic surgery as well as facelift surgery and thread lifts. It consults in English, and listed plastic surgery prices start at ₩2,000,000 + VAT.
Apgujeong surgeon-led clinic for eyes, nose and facelifts
- Surgeon-led care
- Eyes, nose & lifting
- Small, calm schedule
- Board-certified plastic surgeons on staff
- Planned reviews at one, three and six months, plus messenger follow-up once you are home.
- The same surgeon meets you, operates and follows up, with no counsellor hand-off or substitute doctor.
Eyelid and under-eye surgery · Revision or implant-free rhinoplasty
- Location
- Apgujeong Station (Line 3), ~4 min walk (294 m)
- Languages
- English
- Listed price
- From ₩2,000,000 + VAT
44. JN Plastic Surgery
JN Plastic Surgery is a 5-minute walk from Gangnam Station, a plastic surgery clinic. Plastic surgery is offered here together with HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Consultations are available in Chinese.
Eye, nose, lifting and body filler surgery in Gangnam
- Plastic surgery
- Thread lifting
- Revision care
- Board-certified plastic surgeons on staff
- Nose surgery options include implant-free rhinoplasty using the patient's own tissue, planned with 3D-CT.
- Separate centers for first-time surgery, revision surgery and anti-aging facelifts.
Eye and nose surgery · Pelvic and body filler
- Location
- Gangnam Station (Line 2 / Sinbundang Line), about 5 minutes on foot
- Languages
- 中文
55. Girin Plastic Surgery
★ 4.92,934 Google reviewsGirin Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery clinic a 2-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7, rated 4.9 from 2,934 Google reviews. It offers plastic surgery alongside HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Consultations are available in English, Chinese, Japanese and Thai.
Full-scope plastic surgery with international recovery support
- Full-scope surgery
- Recovery program
- Two-floor setup
- Language consultants assist international patients 24 hours a day.
- Covers eye, nose, facial contouring, breast and body surgery alongside dermatology.
Facial contouring and rhinoplasty · Solo international travelers
- Location
- Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7, 2 min walk (Gangnam Station Exit 10, 5 min walk)
- Languages
- English · 中文 · 日本語 · ไทย
Prices
Plastic surgery cost in Seoul
Prices below come from the listed clinics' own price lists, before VAT. 10% VAT is added at payment.
Non-incisional (buried) double eyelid
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $873₩1,200,000 + VATCompare clinicsMedial epicanthoplasty
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $873₩1,200,000 + VATCompare clinicsLateral/lower/upper canthoplasty
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $873₩1,200,000 + VATCompare clinicsEpicanthoplasty — medial or upper (each)
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $945₩1,300,000 + VATCompare clinicsNon-incisional (buried suture) double eyelid
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $1,164₩1,600,000 + VATCompare clinicsPartial-incision double eyelid
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $1,309₩1,800,000 + VATCompare clinicsIncisional double eyelid surgery
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $1,455₩2,000,000 + VATCompare clinicsDouble eyelid — buried (non-incisional)
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $1,455From ₩2,000,000 + VATCompare clinicsGuide
Features men tend to raise at a first consultation
Requests from men cluster around a handful of areas, and the wording they use is often about looking rested or tidier rather than different. The grid pairs each area with a detail that keeps results understated and a question to ask.
| Area | Frequent request | Detail that keeps it understated | Question worth asking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper eyelids | A defined fold, less heavy look | Fold set low and close to the lash line | How high will the fold sit in millimeters? |
| Under the eyes | Less puffiness, fewer shadows | Fat moved or trimmed conservatively | Is this fat, loose skin or bone shape? |
| Nose | Straighter bridge, slimmer tip | Little upward tip rotation | Implant, own cartilage or both? |
| Chin and jaw line | Clearer lower face outline | Small measured changes | Bone work, implant or neither? |
| Chest | Flatter contour under a shirt | Scar hidden at the areola edge | Gland removal, liposuction or both? |
Guide
A low fold made with a continuous buried stitch
In their 2009 report in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Fan and Low described passing one continuous suture through seven to nine stab openings, catching the skin layer and the surface of the tarsal plate, then running it back the opposite way and tying both ends at the outer corner. Among 51 patients treated from 2003 to 2008, they reported no loss of the fold and no corneal injury, with two patients showing only minor problems.
The series was not limited to men and came from one surgical team, so it shows what the method can do rather than what every lid will do. Men with thick skin or heavy fat pads over the lid are often steered toward a small incision instead, because a stitch alone may struggle to hold a fold against that weight.
Guide
Nose refinement when the skin is thick and oily
Thicker, oil-rich skin over the tip hides fine cartilage detail and keeps swelling longer, so a tip can look soft and wide for several months before it narrows.
Many men want a straight bridge and a tip that does not point upward. Bring side-view photos of your own face from a few years back, and ask the surgeon to check airflow through both nostrils before talking about shape.
Guide
Flattening the chest: gland, fat or both
Fullness in the male chest can be firm gland tissue behind the nipple, soft fat, or a mix. Fat responds to liposuction; firm tissue usually has to be cut out through a short incision along the lower edge of the areola.
Expect a compression vest day and night for several weeks and no chest training until cleared. The doctor will also ask about medicines, supplements and weight changes, since these can affect chest tissue and change the plan.
Guide
Turning a vague goal into something a surgeon can measure
Phrases like look less tired or a sharper face mean different things to different people. Point to the exact spot on your own photo, say which feature you want left alone, and ask for the change in millimeters or as a simulated image.
Pick one priority per trip if your leave is short. Combining areas adds swelling and anesthesia time.
Guide
Risks and limits to weigh before booking
Results vary from person to person. Stitched folds can loosen or sit unevenly; incision scars need months to fade. A thick-skinned nose may keep a slightly full tip. After chest contouring, fluid collection, bleeding, uneven contour and numbness around the nipple can occur.
Surgery also does not settle every worry about appearance. If the concern keeps shifting from one feature to the next, a frank talk about expectations is worth more than another operation.
Evidence
Research behind this page
- A Two-Way Continuous Buried-Suture Approach to the Creation of the Long-Lasting Double Eyelid: Surgical Technique and Long-Term Follow-Up in 51 PatientsAesthetic Plastic Surgery · 2009 · doi:10.1007/s00266-009-9344-x
A continuous buried suture placed through seven to nine stab openings created a double eyelid fold in 51 patients, with no fold loss or corneal injury reported during follow-up.
FAQ
Questions about Plastic surgery in Seoul
Which clinics offer Plastic surgery in Seoul?
Clinics offering Plastic surgery in Seoul include ENTER Plastic Surgery (Gangnam-daero), Rewind Plastic Surgery (Nonhyeon-ro), Garnet Plastic Surgery (Apgujeong Station), JN Plastic Surgery (Gangnam Station) and Girin Plastic Surgery (Sinnonhyeon Station). Each lists Plastic surgery on its own menu; message the clinic directly to confirm the doctor, product and current price.
Can a stitched eyelid fold come undone on a man with heavy lids?
Yes, a stitched fold can loosen, and the risk rises when the lid skin is thick or carries a lot of fat. The stitch has to hold the fold against that weight every time the eye opens. In that situation surgeons often suggest a short incision so excess fat can be trimmed and the fold fixed more firmly. Ask the surgeon to pinch your lid during the exam and explain which method suits its thickness.
How long does swelling at the nose tip last on thick skin?
Tip swelling on thick skin often takes six months to a year to settle fully, longer than on thin skin. Most bruising fades within two weeks, and the bridge usually looks close to final first. The tip narrows slowly as fluid leaves the dense skin, and the tip profile is usually the last part to look final. Judging the final shape too early is a common reason for unnecessary worry.
How long is a compression vest worn after chest contouring?
Most surgeons ask for a compression vest around the clock for about four to six weeks after chest contouring. The vest presses the skin onto the muscle so fluid cannot pool and the new flat contour settles evenly. It is usually removed only to shower. Loose shirts that close at the front make the first days easier, and a spare vest helps while one is being washed.
Can eyelid and nose work be done in the same trip?
They can be done in one session, but combining them lengthens anesthesia and makes the first week puffier around the whole middle of the face. Swelling from the nose spreads into the lower lids, so both areas take longer to look settled, and judging either result becomes harder. If your leave is short, doing one area per trip keeps each recovery simpler to manage.
Should I shave or trim facial hair before surgery?
Arrive clean-shaven unless the surgeon says otherwise, because stubble can trap bacteria and get in the way of tape and dressings. For nose work, tape sits on the upper lip and cheeks, so hair there makes it slip. After surgery, avoid shaving close to fresh stitches for about a week. An electric trimmer is gentler than a blade while the face is still swollen and partly numb.
Do men usually want the eyelid fold to show with the eyes open?
Many men ask for a fold that shows only a thin band of lid skin with the eyes open, or one that appears mainly when looking down. The surgeon controls this through the fold height and how much skin is left above it. A low design usually changes the look less but also corrects less heaviness. Seeing a simulation with a probe or tool on your own lid before deciding helps you choose.