What ONDA Does for the Jawline
ONDA uses 2.45 GHz microwave energy to deliver energy selectively to subcutaneous fat and connective tissue.
Responses vary by person, because facial structure and fat distribution differ.
How Treatment Is Planned and Performed
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. Energy is designed individually, within about 40 to 100 kJ for the face and 100 to 300 kJ for the body.
What to Expect After ONDA
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. 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.
Pricing and Energy Units
Pricing is based on the total energy delivered in kJ. The plan and energy range are decided during the consultation.
Common Situations and Concerns
Many people exploring jawline treatments during a visit to Korea want clarity on what is being used. An energy-based medical device treatment like ONDA focuses on how energy is applied, rather than on consumable products. If you have a limited time in Seoul, it helps that the treatment plan and energy are designed individually. That approach can accommodate different schedules and preferences. You may be comparing a defined jawline goal with concerns about a soft under-chin area. Discussing skin thickness, laxity, and fat distribution helps align expectations with the treatment design. Some people prefer a staged plan to avoid multiple trips. Others consider a focused course and then a long-term treatment plan for maintenance. Comfort, visible skin changes, and timing for daily activities are common questions. These are addressed during the consultation based on your treatment design and schedule.
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. Parking fees can be confirmed with the clinic.
Frequently asked questions
Can you fly home the same day after ONDA in Cheongdam?
If there are no particular issues, makeup and flying are possible on the same day.
How long does an ONDA jawline session take?
A treatment takes about 15 minutes for a facial area and about 30 minutes for a body area.
Do you need numbing cream for ONDA?
Anesthetic cream is generally not required for ONDA.
Who decides the handpiece for a jawline?
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.
Is VAT included in ONDA pricing in Seoul?
VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate.
Can you combine ONDA with other treatments?
Combining treatments is sometimes possible, and the doctor decides at the consultation for safety and sequencing.
For personalized advice, ask your doctor.
Sources
- Min Clinic official website (checked 2026-09-09)
- Min Clinic — directions and contact (official page) (checked 2026-09-16)
