The short version
- At Min Clinic the price follows energy: KRW 490,000 for 40kJ on the face, up to KRW 1,990,000 for 300kJ on the body, VAT excluded
- A facial session takes about 15 minutes and a body area about 30
- A slighter build needs less energy; a heavier build or a male patient may need more
- Consultation fee KRW 50,000
What ONDA is
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. Two handpieces at different depths. The deeper one is used for localized fat on the abdomen, flanks, knees, buttocks and underarms; the shallower one for cellulite, skin firmness and the submental area.
The first question for ONDA: which handpiece, and at what energy
There are two handpieces at different depths and they target different things — the deeper one localized fat, the shallower one cellulite and skin firmness. "Which handpiece for my area, and why?" is the question that matters most, because the answer depends on what the area is being treated for. At Min Clinic, the doctor assesses the patient’s skin laxity, fat distribution and treatment area before planning the procedure. The 3mm and 7mm handpieces, treatment area and energy level in kilojoules (kJ) are selected and adjusted for each patient. Because skin thickness and fat distribution differ between facial and body areas, the treatment plan is tailored to the characteristics of each area.
Questions to ask about ONDA, with Min Clinic’s answers
| Ask | Why it matters | Min Clinic’s answer |
|---|---|---|
| Who performs the treatment | Judgement about depth and amount drives the result | A doctor, for every treatment |
| How the session count is arrived at | One session is not automatically the plan | Tailored to skin laxity and lower-face fat rather than fixed in advance |
| What the quoted price includes | Anesthesia and aftercare billed separately change the real total | Anesthetic cream is not required; VAT is extra |
| Who to contact after you fly home | Once you are home, the message channel is how aftercare questions reach the clinic | WhatsApp, answered during clinic hours |
Min Clinic’s regular prices for ONDA
VAT is charged separately.
| Treatment | Energy | Regular price (KRW, VAT excluded) |
|---|---|---|
| Face | 40kJ | 490,000 |
| Face | 60kJ | 590,000 |
| Face | 80kJ | 690,000 |
| Face | 100kJ | 790,000 |
| Jawline or double chin | 40kJ | 490,000 |
| Three-session facial package, full face | 80kJ | 1,990,000 |
| Body | 100kJ | 990,000 |
| Part of the abdomen, the upper arms, or the inner or outer thigh | 200kJ | 1,590,000 |
| Whole abdomen or whole thigh | 300kJ | 1,990,000 |
On the day at Min Clinic
- A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the patient’s skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer.
- A consultation runs 15 to 30 minutes, and often longer for international patients, who usually want the skin-analysis results explained as well.
- English consultations are run by the senior consultation manager together with an interpreter.
- A facial session takes about 15 minutes and a body area about 30 minutes.
- A doctor then performs the treatment.
Checking authenticity
As ONDA is an energy-based device treatment rather than an injectable product, there is no product to open for each treatment. Patients can instead confirm whether the clinic uses an authentic ONDA device.
Looking for a clinic in Cheongdam, Gangnam
Cheongdam sits in Seoul’s Gangnam district, with clinics clustered between Cheongdam station on Line 7 and Apgujeong Rodeo on the Bundang line. How far the walk from the station is, and whether there is parking, affects planning more than the district name does — so judge the location by the exit number and the walk rather than by "Cheongdam".
Questions people ask
Is this a weight-loss treatment?
No. The manufacturer lists localized fat, cellulite and skin laxity — localized is the operative word. It addresses a specific area, not overall body weight, and the two are not interchangeable.
Can it be done on the same day as a lifting treatment?
That is a clinical judgement rather than a rule, and it is worth asking specifically because the two act on different layers — this device on the fat layer, ultrasound and radiofrequency lifting on the skin and support structures. How to sequence them is a question for the doctor at the consultation.
Do I need to book in advance?
We recommend scheduling a consultation ahead of time to secure your preferred slot. Same-day treatment may be available with prior reservation, depending on the doctor's assessment. Please request it when booking.
How do I book a consultation from abroad?
Consultations can be booked by WhatsApp, by email, by phone, or in person at the desk.
Who are the doctors?
Three doctors practice here: Young Soo Min, the chief medical director, and Min Ji Kim and Chan Ho Jung, both medical directors.
What this page is based on
- DEKA — ONDA Coolwaves product page (checked 2026-09-05)
- Min Clinic column review, returned by the clinic (checked 2026-09-16)
- Min Clinic content review (C-1), September 2026 (checked 2026-09-23)
- ONDA Lifting Premium Certified Clinic plaque, September 2026 (checked 2026-09-23)
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire, returned by the clinic (checked 2026-09-17)
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire and the clinic’s column review (checked 2026-09-17)
- Medical Service Act of Korea, Article 56 (Prohibition of Medical Advertising) (checked 2026-09-05)
- Min Clinic official website (checked 2026-09-09)
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