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Wrinkle Botox for Men in Gangnam: What Happens at the Consultation

Min Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul offers wrinkle Botox. For fine lines in other areas you are concerned about, whether treatment is possible is checked at the consultation. Because muscle direction and movement differ by area, the injection points and amount are decided by looking at your facial structure and expression habits.

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What the Consultation Covers

It is important to check how much you use your forehead muscle when opening your eyes. The injection range and amount are then adjusted to your brow position and muscle strength. Not every area is treated with the same amount. The needed areas and amount are decided after checking muscle movement during expressions and overall facial balance.

Areas that affect each other, such as the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes, can be treated together. It is important to check the product and timing of previous treatments and your current muscle movement to set the product, amount and interval. Restricting muscle movement too much or injecting a large amount in a spot that does not fit the facial structure can make expressions look awkward. If your forehead muscle habits and brow position are not fully considered, the brows or eyelids may feel heavy.

How Wrinkle Botox Works

Wrinkle Botox is a treatment that injects botulinum toxin into the muscles that create expression lines to control excessive movement. These include the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. Wrinkle Botox can be used on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. It can also be used on other areas where expression lines form, such as the bridge of the nose and around the mouth. As the repeated folding of the skin decreases, it can help soften expression lines and keep them from deepening.

Aftercare Basics

If the treated area turns red or feels hot for a while, a cold compress can help. It is best to avoid alcohol and smoking where possible.

Common Reactions

  • Temporary bruising, swelling or stiffness may appear after treatment.

Serious Side Effects

  • Very rarely, pigmentation may appear, and it usually improves naturally over time.
  • If severe swelling or pain continues in the treated area, contact the clinic right away.

Common Situations and Concerns

Many men want subtle softening that keeps natural expressions. You may ask how to prevent a frozen look. That goal is discussed with the doctor during your consultation.

You may worry that coworkers will notice right away. Scheduling can be discussed with your routine in mind. If you have an important event or photo shoot coming up, timing is discussed at the consultation.

Shaving and oil control often come up for men. A gentle approach to grooming can feel more comfortable.

The doctor decides 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. Dr. Min Young-Soo 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.

Anesthetic cream is used. Normal daily activities are generally possible right after treatment. The treatment takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Changes may begin to appear in about 3 days to a week. The effects may last about 3 to 4 months, and retreatment is timed to how long the effects last. Take care not to rub the treated area too much, and avoid strong pressure or deep facial massage. Very rarely, pigmentation may appear, and it usually improves naturally over time. It is best to avoid saunas and Korean bathhouses for about 1 week after treatment. It is best to avoid alcohol and smoking where possible. If the treated area turns red or feels hot for a while, a cold compress can help. Face washing and makeup are possible from the day of treatment. If severe swelling or pain continues in the treated area, contact the clinic right away. Wrinkle Botox is a treatment that injects botulinum toxin into the muscles that create expression lines to control excessive movement. These include the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. As the repeated folding of the skin decreases, it can help soften expression lines and keep them from deepening. Wrinkle Botox can be used on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. It can also be used on other areas where expression lines form, such as the bridge of the nose and around the mouth. For fine lines in other areas you are concerned about, whether treatment is possible is checked at the consultation. Because muscle direction and movement differ by area, the injection points and amount are decided by looking at your facial structure and expression habits. Restricting muscle movement too much or injecting a large amount in a spot that does not fit the facial structure can make expressions look awkward. Min Clinic carefully plans the area and amount to control the excess muscle force that creates wrinkles while keeping needed movement. If your forehead muscle habits and brow position are not fully considered, the brows or eyelids may feel heavy. It is important to check how much you use your forehead muscle when opening your eyes. The injection range and amount are then adjusted to your brow position and muscle strength. Areas that affect each other, such as the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes, can be treated together. Not every area is treated with the same amount. The needed areas and amount are decided after checking muscle movement during expressions and overall facial balance. It varies by person, but using more than needed or repeating at very short intervals means the possibility of resistance should be considered. It is important to check the product and timing of previous treatments and your current muscle movement to set the product, amount and interval. Temporary bruising, swelling or stiffness may appear after treatment. If the injection point or amount does not match your muscle movement, expressions may look awkward, the brows may feel heavy or the two sides may differ. Careful treatment that considers the muscles in each area is needed.

Prices are the same for Korean and international patients. VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate. Same-day treatment may be possible depending on appointment availability and the doctor's schedule. Patients are asked to contact the clinic during the recovery period with any questions or discomfort. Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including wrinkle Botox, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation. Patients under 19 may be treated with the consent of a parent or guardian. Upon request, 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 and email. English-, Chinese-, and Japanese-speaking staff are available on-site to assist foreign visitors. 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, UnionPay and JCB 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 for a fee. If you need to change or cancel an appointment, please contact the clinic in advance. 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

How soon can you see results after wrinkle Botox in Gangnam?

Changes may begin to appear in about 3 days to a week. It varies by person.

How long does a wrinkle Botox visit in Cheongdam take?

The treatment takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Anesthetic cream is used.

Can you go back to the office right after wrinkle Botox in Seoul?

Normal daily activities are generally possible right after treatment. Individual schedules vary.

Can you wash your face or wear makeup the same day?

Face washing and makeup are possible from the day of treatment. Take care not to rub the treated area too much, and avoid strong pressure or deep facial massage.

How long do the effects last, and when should you repeat treatment?

The effects may last about 3 to 4 months, and retreatment is timed to how long the effects last. It varies by person, but using more than needed or repeating at very short intervals means the possibility of resistance should be considered.

What should you avoid after treatment in Korea?

It is best to avoid saunas and Korean bathhouses for about 1 week after treatment.

ask your doctor

Which of these applies may vary with the patient’s skin condition and the aim of treatment, and the doctor decides.

Sources

Doctors

Dr Min Young-Soo
Medical doctor

Min Young-Soo, M.D.

  • Adjunct professor, Hanyang University
  • Former deputy director, NB Clinic Gangnam Station
  • Academic director, Korean Society of Hair Restoration
  • IDP Specialist
  • Restylane Expert Injector
  • Training, Dr. Nacul’s Bioplasty World Center (Porto Alegre, Brazil)
Dr Kim Min Ji
Medical doctor

Kim Min Ji, M.D.

  • Board-certified specialist
  • Former director, Apgujeong Oracle Dermatology
  • Academic exchange: Shonan Beauty Clinic, Shibuya Scramble Dermatology (Japan)
Dr Jung Chan-Ho
Medical doctor

Jung Chan-Ho, M.D.

  • College of Medicine, Hanyang University; College of Pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University
  • Residency, Hanyang University Medical Center

Certifications

Each plaque was issued by the manufacturer or distributor of the device or product named on it. Titles are quoted as printed.

Hugel Pharma — Hugel Best Clinic of Botulax and The Chaeum plaque
Hugel PharmaBest Clinic of Botulax & The Chaeum

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Visit

Min Clinic sign at the clinic entrance
Entrance
Lounge with curved sofas under an oval ceiling light
Lounge
Reception beside the illuminated MIN sign
Reception
Powder room with a lit vanity mirror
Powder room
Consultation room with a desk by the window
Consultation room
Treatment room with wood floors and lounge chairs
Treatment room
Treatment chair under a procedure light
Procedure room
Skincare room with two treatment beds
Skincare room
Device room with a treatment chair and equipment
Device room
Address
4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Five minutes on foot from Apgujeong Rodeo Station (Suin-Bundang Line) Exit 5, or seven minutes from Gangnam-gu Office Station (Line 7) Exits 3 and 3-1.
Hours
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00–19:00, Tuesday and Friday 10:00–20:00, Saturday 10:00–15:00, with a weekday lunch break from 13:00 to 14:00. Closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Phone
The clinic line is +82-2-515-2119. From overseas, WhatsApp on +82-10-3379-9350 reaches the same desk.
Parking
Parking is in the outdoor lot on the first floor of Daedong Tower, entered from the alley to the right of the Olive Young store at Hakdong Intersection. Valet parking is also available for a fee.
Payment
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay and JCB are accepted. Cash is accepted in Korean won only. WeChat Pay and Alipay are accepted. Apple Pay is accepted, while PayPal is not accepted. Payment may be split across two cards, and no card surcharge is charged.
Languages
English-, Chinese-, and Japanese-speaking staff are available on-site to assist foreign visitors. WhatsApp messages are answered during clinic hours, and the clinic responds as promptly as possible. The clinic is closed on public holidays but still replies to messages left then.
English-speaking staff
Chinese-speaking staff
Japanese-speaking staff
Map
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Website
www.min-clinic.co.kr

Min Clinic — A clinic on Dosan-daero in Cheongdam, Seoul, open since March 2010, providing laser and injectable treatments.

The clinic is registered to attract foreign patients under registration number M-2020-01-08-5734.