ONDA for Expats in Seoul: What Happens at the Consultation

An ONDA consultation in Seoul explains how this non-invasive, energy-based treatment would be planned for your concerns and skin. A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer.

What ONDA Is

Device manufacturer: DEKA M.E.L.A. S.r.l. (Calenzano, Italy).
Device model: ONDA.
Modality: Coolwaves, a patented technology using 2.45GHz microwaves. The manufacturer describes it as disrupting the membranes of subcutaneous fat cells while also stimulating collagen production.
Handpieces: two handpieces at different depths.

This is not a laser. It is an energy-based treatment delivered through the skin. The goal is to target subcutaneous fat while supporting collagen in the skin. The doctor decides whether this approach fits your goals at the consultation.

How the Consultation Unfolds

A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer. The doctor then provides a detailed consultation on the treatment areas and method, completes the medical assessment and performs the treatment directly.

If you have an important event or photo shoot coming up, share your timeline so the plan can consider your schedule. Many people also want to know which areas can be addressed in one visit; this is decided during the doctor’s consultation.

Treatment Details People Ask About

ONDA uses Coolwaves at 2.45GHz to deliver energy below the skin. The two handpieces allow work at different depths, which the doctor can choose to tailor the treatment. Anesthetic cream is generally not required for ONDA.

You can ask about which areas are priorities, how the handpieces may be used, and what a long-term treatment plan might look like. Individual responses vary, so the doctor will explain what to expect for you.

Pricing Basics

Pricing for ONDA is typically based on the total energy delivered in kJ. Whether VAT is included or charged separately should be clarified up front. In accordance with Korean tax law, VAT refunds for cosmetic medical services provided to foreign visitors are no longer available for treatments received on or after January 1, 2026.

Common Situations and Concerns

You may prefer clear explanations in English about what ONDA does and what each step means. The consultation covers your treatment areas and method in detail.
Many people living in Seoul want to plan around work or social plans. Building in a few days of extra time can help you feel more relaxed about your schedule.
If you are based in Gangnam or Cheongdam, you may want to minimize your time at the clinic. Preparing your main questions in advance can help keep the visit focused.
Some people are unsure how energy levels are set. The doctor adjusts the plan to your skin and treatment areas at the consultation.

About Min Clinic

Min Clinic is registered as a dermatology clinic. Three doctors practice at the clinic, and two of them are board-certified specialists. Min Young-Soo, the chief director, is an adjunct professor at Hanyang University and was formerly deputy director of NB Clinic, Gangnam Station branch. At Min Clinic, all medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor. Min Clinic uses an authentic ONDA device by DEKA. Because ONDA is an energy-based medical device treatment, not an injectable, there is no individual product or single-use tip to open before each session. Min Clinic is an ONDA Lifting Premium Certified Clinic, and the certification plaque is displayed in the clinic. ONDA uses 2.45 GHz microwave energy to deliver energy selectively to subcutaneous fat and connective tissue. A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer. The doctor then provides a detailed consultation on the treatment areas and method, completes the medical assessment and performs the treatment directly. The doctor selects and combines the 3 mm and 7 mm handpieces according to the treatment area, skin thickness, laxity, fat distribution and treatment goal. Energy is designed individually, within about 40 to 100 kJ for the face and 100 to 300 kJ for the body. Pricing is based on the total energy delivered in kJ. VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate. Anesthetic cream is generally not required for ONDA. After a single session, the next session may be considered after about four to six months. An intensive course of three sessions may be performed about three to four weeks apart, followed by maintenance about once a year. Redness may last about four to five hours. Swelling is uncommon but may occur depending on the treatment design, and it usually eases within two to three days. If there are no particular issues, makeup and flying are possible on the same day. A treatment takes about 15 minutes for a facial area and about 30 minutes for a body area. Same-day treatment may be possible depending on appointment availability and the doctor's schedule. Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including ONDA, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation. Upon request, skin-analysis results can be sent by email, and treatment records can be provided as a detailed medical statement. WhatsApp messages are answered during clinic hours, and the clinic responds as promptly as possible. Inquiries can be made through WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, WeChat, LINE and email. Chinese- and Japanese-speaking staff are on site, and English interpretation is available by appointment. Min Clinic is open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 to 19:00, Friday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00, with a lunch break from 13:00 to 14:00 on weekdays, and the clinic is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and UnionPay cards are accepted, as are Apple Pay, WeChat Pay and Alipay. PayPal is not accepted, cash is accepted in Korean won only, and payment may be split across two cards with no card surcharge. Parking is available in the Daedong Tower building, and valet parking is offered. In accordance with Korean tax law, VAT refunds for cosmetic medical services provided to foreign visitors are no longer available for treatments received on or after January 1, 2026.

Getting Here

Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station (Suin-Bundang Line) is the nearest exit to the clinic at 4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero. From Exit 5 it is about 5–10 minutes on foot. The building stands at Hakdong Intersection, with an Olive Young store on the ground floor. At Gangnam-gu Office Station (Line 7 and Suin-Bundang Line), leave by Exit 3 or 3-1. From Exit 3 or 3-1 it is about 7 minutes on foot. No verified parking fee is available, so ask the clinic before you visit.

Frequently asked questions

What is ONDA and how does it work?

ONDA is an energy-based treatment from DEKA M.E.L.A. S.r.l. that uses Coolwaves at 2.45GHz. The manufacturer describes it as disrupting the membranes of subcutaneous fat cells while also stimulating collagen production. The device has two handpieces at different depths.