What it is and how it is done

Within a few days, as the redness settles, the skin texture may feel smoother.
Pain may differ with your skin sensitivity and the treatment intensity.
Anesthetic cream is used before treatment to reduce discomfort, and a stinging sensation or heat may be felt during treatment.
It depends on your skin condition and goals, but 3 or more sessions about 3 to 4 weeks apart are generally recommended.

Treatment time and recovery

Changes usually appear gradually over 3 to 8 weeks, and depending on skin condition, steady improvement may continue for 2 to 3 months or longer.
It depends on skin condition, but 3 or more sessions about 3 to 4 weeks apart are usually recommended.
The interval and number of sessions may change with your condition, and the plan is adjusted after a diagnosis.

Face washing is possible from the same day, but avoid strong cleansing and scrubs for about 1 week.
Avoid rubbing the treated area too much, strong massage and pressure.
Redness, swelling and slight bruising may occur for 1 to 3 days, and they usually improve naturally.
It is best to avoid saunas, alcohol and strenuous exercise for about 1 week after treatment.
To help the skin recover, keep it well moisturized and protect it from the sun.
Rarely, pain or tightness may be felt, and it gradually eases over time.

At Min Clinic, all medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor.
Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including LEGATO, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation.

Information last checked 2026-10-14

Medical doctor

Medical doctor

Medical doctor

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

Google rating as of Sep 2026 4.9 · 405 Google reviews

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: Naver Map · Google Maps
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.