Min ClinicCheongdam · Seoul

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miraDry for from Incheon International Airport: comparing Cheongdam clinics

If you’re exploring clinics in the Gangnam and Cheongdam areas to reduce underarm sweat and odor, compare three things first: whether the clinic is an officially certified miraDry provider using genuine consumables, whether a doctor personally plans the treatment area and performs the procedure, and exactly what the quoted price includes. Min Clinic meets these criteria and offers English consultation support and medical record issuance for international patients arriving from overseas or traveling via Incheon International Airport.

·Min Clinic

Min Clinic lounge with curved sofas under an oval ceiling light
Lounge
Reception desk beside the illuminated MIN sign
Reception
Private consultation room with a window desk
Consultation room

How to compare Cheongdam clinics for a second miraDry

  • Verify the device and consumables. The miraDry device is made by Miramar Labs and delivers microwave energy to heat the dermal–subcutaneous interface, where sweat glands are located. Ask each clinic to confirm that they use the latest authentic miraDry Fresh system and genuine BioTips, and that the tip is opened in front of you.
  • Confirm who performs your treatment and how the treatment area is planned. The treatment size is selected to match your underarm area, and a standardized template for that size is used to map the treatment area. For patients undergoing repeat treatment, the doctor uses a sweat test to identify the distribution of remaining sweat glands and plans the treatment around those locations, rather than simply reusing the standard template. At Min Clinic, miraDry Fresh is performed by a doctor, and the treatment area is individually planned based on your underarm size, sweat distribution, and skin condition.
  • Check what your quote really covers. Use the same comparison basis across clinics: whether the quote is for both underarms, the underarm size and planned treatment range, authenticity of device and consumables, whether a doctor performs the procedure, and whether local anesthesia, personalized design, post‑treatment care and an aftercare kit are included. Also ask whether VAT is charged separately.
  • Align expectations for the number and timing of treatments. Most patients undergo only one session. If an additional session is being considered, Min Clinic reassesses your condition at least six months after the first treatment. If you are planning a second session, bring your previous treatment records so the doctor can identify areas that were not treated previously.
  • Keep the indication in mind. The miraDry clearance in FDA 510(k) K103014 is for the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis. Odor is described as improving alongside reduced sweat glands, but odor is not the stated indication in the clearance, and hands or feet are not indications for this device.

What “authenticity” looks like in practice

  • Officially certified provider: Min Clinic is an officially certified miraDry clinic using the latest genuine 2026-model miraDry Fresh system and genuine BioTips.
  • Consumables control: The genuine tip is presented and opened in front of you before the procedure.
  • Documentation on site: Certificates are displayed in the clinic. If you need treatment records afterward, Min Clinic can issue a detailed medical statement upon request.

Doctor team and treatment workflow

  • Who treats you: Three doctors practice at Min Clinic. The clinic is registered as a dermatology clinic, and two of the doctors are board‑certified specialists. Medical aesthetic procedures are performed by a doctor; skincare treatments are provided separately.
  • Relevant miraDry experience: Director Min Ji Kim and Medical Director Chan Ho Jung both perform miraDry and have taken part in academic exchanges with clinics in Japan. The chief medical director, Young Soo Min, holds manufacturer‑quoted titles including Top Restylane Injector (Galderma, 2012), Top Radiesse Injector (Merz, 2011) and IDP Specialist (Allergan, 2011), and serves as academic director of the Korean Society of Hair Restoration.
  • Consultation structure: A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation and runs an EVE V MUSE skin analysis, followed by the doctor’s assessment. Consultations typically run 15 to 30 minutes and often longer for international patients. The consultation fee is deducted from treatment if you proceed; you may also consult without booking treatment. Same‑day treatment is possible. English consultations are supported by an interpreter.
  • Pre‑treatment preparation for repeat patients: Shave both underarms three to four days before treatment and avoid shaving, plucking or waxing again before your appointment. Stop antiperspirants and deodorants five to seven days before treatment. Avoid tight tops on the day and provide the names of medications you take. Do not plan to drive immediately after treatment because the local anesthesia may take about two hours to wear off completely.

Pricing: how to read and compare quotes

For miraDry Fresh, clinics price both underarms based on your underarm size and the planned treatment range. When comparing quotes:

  • Confirm that both underarms are included in one session.
  • Ask whether local anesthesia, a personalized treatment design, doctor‑performed procedure, post‑treatment care and a dedicated aftercare kit are included.
  • Verify official certification, the use of the latest authentic miraDry Fresh system and genuine BioTips.
  • Ask whether VAT is charged separately.

Follow-up care and the need for any additional treatment are determined after the doctor’s assessment. For exact prices, ask the clinic directly.

Recovery, activity, and follow‑up to plan around

  • What the recovery can feel like: Symptoms may improve and then return in cycles during healing. You may notice itching, redness, tightness, tingling, uneven texture, and lumps or firmness under the skin. Recovery takes about four to twelve weeks and varies by patient. Min Clinic follows up for up to three months and asks you to contact the clinic with any questions or discomfort.
  • Returning to activity: After one week, begin gentle stretching and gradually resume exercise as you recover. Light shaving with a razor can usually resume after one week if the skin is not irritated; avoid other hair‑removal methods during healing.
  • Travel: You can shower, go home and fly on the same day as miraDry.
  • Pregnancy policy: Min Clinic does not perform laser or injectable treatments during pregnancy; skincare is the only exception. If this applies to you, ask the clinic for guidance.

Getting to Min Clinic from Incheon International Airport

  • Subway route: Take the AREX all‑stop train from Incheon International Airport to Gimpo Airport Station. Transfer to Line 9 express at Gimpo Airport Station and ride to Seonjeongneung Station. Transfer to the Suin‑Bundang Line at Seonjeongneung Station and ride to Gangnam‑gu Office Station. Including transfers and the walk, total travel time is about 80–110 minutes based on stop count and transfers. AREX express trains do not stop at Gimpo Airport, so use the all‑stop train.
  • From Gangnam‑gu Office Station: Leave by Exit 3 or 3‑1 and walk about 7 minutes toward Hakdong Intersection. The clinic is in Daedong Tower, which has an Olive Young store on the ground floor.
  • From Apgujeong Rodeo Station: Exit 5 is the nearest exit; it is about 5–10 minutes on foot.
  • Taxi: A taxi from Incheon International Airport to Hakdong Intersection takes about 60–100 minutes depending on traffic. Incheon Airport advises using official taxi stands and warns against illegal call‑vans posing as taxis. Published fares vary with tolls, so no fare is provided here.
  • Address and parking: Min Clinic is at 4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan‑daero, at Hakdong Intersection. Parking is available in the outdoor lot on the first floor of Daedong Tower, entered from the alley to the right of the Olive Young store. Valet parking is also available. No verified parking fee is available; ask the clinic before you visit.

Booking, language support and payment for international patients

  • Booking and contact: Appointments can be arranged by WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, or WeChat. The clinic line is +82‑2‑515‑2119, and WhatsApp on +82‑10‑3379‑9350 reaches the same desk. Additional channels: Kakao at https://pf.kakao.com/_pxgTqE, WeChat at minbeauty, and LINE at minclinic. Min Clinic’s homepage is https://www.min-clinic.co.kr/.
  • Language: Chinese and Japanese are handled by staff on site. English consultations are supported by a dedicated interpreter who joins when an appointment is booked. WhatsApp messages are answered during clinic hours; the clinic replies to messages left on public holidays once it reopens.
  • Identification and records: Bring a passport or other photo ID. Upon request, skin‑analysis results can be emailed, and treatment records can be issued as a detailed medical statement.
  • Payment: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay and JCB are accepted. Apple Pay, WeChat Pay and Alipay are accepted; PayPal is not. Cash is accepted in Korean won only. A deposit is required, is non‑refundable if you cancel or reschedule, and is deducted from your consultation or treatment when you attend. Payment can be split across two cards, and there is no card surcharge. 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, and the clinic does not process tax refunds.

Frequently asked questions

I had miraDry before. How soon can I plan a second session?

Most patients undergo only one session. However, if additional treatment is needed, Min Clinic assesses your condition at least six months after the first session and considers further treatment. Bring your previous treatment records so the doctor can personalize your treatment plan.

Will a doctor perform my miraDry and design a custom map?

Yes. At Min Clinic, miraDry Fresh is performed by a doctor, and the treatment area is designed according to your underarm area, sweat distribution and skin condition.

How should I prep if I am coming straight from the airport?

Shave three to four days before treatment, stop underarm antiperspirants and deodorants five to seven days before, avoid tight tops on the day, and do not plan to drive immediately after because the local anesthesia may take about two hours to wear off. You can fly the same day after treatment.

Is clinic certification and a genuine BioTip really important?

For comparison across Cheongdam clinics, confirm official miraDry certification and that the clinic uses the latest authentic miraDry Fresh system and genuine BioTips opened in front of you. Min Clinic follows these steps and displays certificates on site.

What exactly should my quote include for a fair comparison?

Ensure the quote covers both underarms, specifies the underarm size and planned treatment area it is based on, and clearly states whether local anesthesia, personalized treatment planning, doctor-performed treatment, post-treatment care, and an aftercare kit are included. At Min Clinic, the quoted price includes local anesthesia, consultation, the procedure, post-treatment care, and an aftercare kit. Also check whether VAT is charged separately.

What recovery sensations are typical after miraDry?

During recovery, symptoms can improve and then return in cycles. Itching, redness, tightness, tingling, uneven skin texture, and lumps or firmness under the skin may appear. Recovery generally takes about four to twelve weeks and varies by patient. Min Clinic follows up for up to three months.

Is miraDry officially cleared for odor treatment?

The FDA clearance for the miraDry system is for the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis. Odor is described as reducing alongside sweat reduction, but odor is not listed as the indication in the clearance.

Sources

  • FDA 510(k) K103014 — miraDry System (Miramar Labs) — https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf10/K103014.pdf (checked 2026-09-05)
  • Min Clinic official website — https://min-clinic.co.kr/en/ (checked 2026-09-09)
  • www.airport.kr — https://www.airport.kr/ap_ko/987/subview.do
  • en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AREX
  • en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seoul_Subway_Line_9
  • news.seoul.go.kr — https://news.seoul.go.kr/traffic/archives/1659
  • min-clinic.co.kr — https://min-clinic.co.kr/contact/

Doctors

Dr Min Young-Soo
Chief director

Min Young-Soo, M.D.

  • Adjunct professor, Hanyang University
  • Former deputy director, NB Clinic Gangnam Station
  • Academic director, Korean Society of Hair Restoration
  • Fillers, botulinum toxin, thread lifting
Dr Kim Min Ji
Director

Kim Min Ji, M.D.

  • Former director, Apgujeong Oracle Dermatology
  • Academic exchange: Shonan Beauty Clinic, Shibuya Scramble Dermatology (Japan)
  • Fillers, lasers, miraDry
Dr Jung Chan-Ho
Medical director

Jung Chan-Ho, M.D.

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

Certifications

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

miraDry award trophy 2019–2021
miraDry, Inc. · 2021miraDry Award — most treatments & best provider, 3 consecutive years (2019–2021)
Sientra certificate of excellence 2020
Sientra, Inc. · 2020Certificate of Excellence — "No. 1 in miraDry fresh Tx. Cases & Best Provider for the 2nd Consecutive Year"
Sientra plaque 2019–2020
Sientra, Inc. · 2020Most miraDry Fresh treatments & best provider, 2019–2020
miraDry Certification plaque 2019
miraDry, Inc. · 2019Certification — "In recognition of 2019 Best miraDry Provider"
miraDry Korean-language certificate plaque, 31 December 2019
miraDry, Inc. · 2019Certificate (Korean) — best miraDry treatment clinic of 2019
miraDry plaque for 1,000+ treatments
miraDryFor performing 1,000+ miraDry treatments
Ultherapy PRIME genuine clinic plaque
Ultherapy PRIMEGenuine-device clinic plaque
miraDry plaque for 2,000+ treatments
miraDryPlaque for 2,000+ treatments performed
POTENZA official certified clinic plaque
POTENZA · JeisysOfficial certified clinic
MCT Metacell certified clinic plaque
MCT MetacellOfficial certified clinic
truSculpt certified clinic plaque
truSculpt · CuteraCertified clinic
Juvelook certified clinic plaque
Juvelook · VAIM GlobalCertified clinic
Rejuran official certified clinic plaque
Rejuran · PharmaResearch"Rejuran Official Certified Clinic" — genuine-product officially certified
ASCE+ plaque from ExoCoBio and LG Chem
ASCE+ · ExoCoBio & LG Chem"Advanced Skincare Complex for Everyone" — this clinic uses genuine ASCE+ SRLV
Olidia myo certified clinic plaque
Olidia myo"Certified Clinic" — Myo collagen genuine-product certification
Elravie Re2O plaque from Humedix
Elravie Re2O · Humedix"The First ECM Booster" — Elravie Re2O officially certified clinic
Galderma Restylane Expert Member plaque
GaldermaRestylane Expert Member — Min Young-Soo
Galderma 15 Million Club 2013 plaque
Galderma · 2013Restylane 15 Million Club 2013
Q-Med Best Restylane Clinic 2009 plaque
Q-Med AB & ContacKorea · 2009Best Restylane Clinic 2009
Restylane plaque from Q-Med AB and ContacKorea, 2009
Q-Med AB & ContacKorea · 2009Recognized by Q-Med for Restylane treatment
Hugel Best Clinic of Botulax and The Chaeum plaque
Hugel PharmaBest Clinic of Botulax & The Chaeum
Hugel certificate of best clinic plaque
Hugel PharmaCertificate of Best Clinic — The Chaeum
Alma Lasers certificate of achievement
Alma LasersCertificate of Achievement
Ulthera Inc. certified clinic plaque
Ulthera, Inc. (USA)Ulthera-certified clinic plaque
KBS Talent Office designated clinic plaque
KBS Talent OfficeOfficial designated clinic

Visit

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 to Thursday 10:00–19:00, Friday 10:00–20:00, Saturday 10:00–15:00, with a 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.
Payment
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay and JCB are accepted. Cash is accepted in Korean won only. Apple Pay, WeChat Pay and Alipay are accepted; PayPal is not. A deposit of KRW 20,000 is required; it is non-refundable if you cancel or reschedule, and is deducted from the consultation or treatment fee when you attend. Payment may be split across two cards, and there is no card surcharge.
Languages
Chinese and Japanese are handled by staff on site. English is covered by a dedicated interpreter on an appointment basis, who comes in when an appointment is booked. 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.
Website
www.min-clinic.co.kr
Min Clinic lounge
The 4th-floor lounge

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.