Min ClinicCheongdam · Seoul

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Your Second POTENZA Treatment for Acne Scars in Cheongdam: Aftercare Guide from Gimpo Airport

If you are returning to Min Clinic for a second POTENZA session for acne scars, your previous treatment response can help guide the next treatment plan. Redness, mild swelling, warmth and stinging generally improve within two to three days, although recovery varies depending on the individual and treatment intensity. Gentle cleansing and makeup may usually be resumed from the next day.

At Min Clinic, POTENZA is performed by a doctor. A new, genuine POTENZA tip is opened in front of the patient before treatment, and the shot count can be viewed on the device screen during the procedure. The clinic also displays its manufacturer-issued POTENZA Certified Clinic plaque on site.

What the next few days may look like

* **Day 0:** Redness, warmth, mild swelling, tenderness or pinpoint bleeding may appear after treatment. The doctor will provide aftercare instructions based on your skin condition and the treatment performed. * **Day 1:** Gentle cleansing and makeup are generally possible from the next day. Avoid rubbing the skin or using irritating products. * **Days 2–3:** Redness, mild swelling, warmth and stinging generally begin to improve. Recovery may take longer when stronger settings are used. * **Around one week:** Fine crusting, flaking, needle marks, a rough texture or temporary grid-like marks may remain for approximately one week. * **One to two weeks:** Bruising is uncommon, but if it occurs, it may take approximately one to two weeks to resolve.

Intense exercise and sauna use should be avoided for at least three days. Air travel is generally possible from the day of treatment if there are no unusual symptoms.

Using your previous treatment records

If this is your second POTENZA session, tell the clinic when and where your first treatment was performed and how your skin responded. Previous treatment records can help the doctor review your earlier treatment and response when planning the next session.

Upon request, Min Clinic can provide skin-analysis results by email. Treatment records can also be provided upon request in the form of a detailed medical statement.

Follow-up care or an additional review may be recommended depending on your recovery and the doctor’s assessment. Additional treatment is not determined solely by the number of sessions already completed.

Risks, cautions and treatment planning

Common temporary reactions may include pain, tingling, redness, swelling, warmth, pinpoint bleeding, tenderness, dryness, flaking, fine crusting, temporary acne aggravation or bruising.

Less common but important complications may include infection, herpes reactivation, hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation, burns, scarring, persistent grid marks, unwanted fat loss, contour changes or nerve injury. Contact the clinic if symptoms are severe, continue to worsen or last longer than expected.

POTENZA may not be appropriate for patients with an electronic implanted device such as a pacemaker, metal or gold threads in the treatment area, an active infection, active herpes or an open wound. Patients should tell the clinic about their medical history, medications and previous procedures before treatment.

Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including POTENZA, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation.

How a second POTENZA session is planned at Min Clinic

* **Consultation:** A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation and skin analysis using an EVE V MUSE analyzer. This is followed by a consultation and assessment with the doctor. * **Treatment design:** The doctor selects the treatment area, tip and settings according to the patient’s skin condition, previous response and treatment goal. * **Procedure:** POTENZA and other medical aesthetic procedures are performed by a doctor. Skincare treatments are provided separately. * **Same-day treatment:** Same-day treatment may be available depending on the clinic schedule and the doctor’s assessment. * **Language support:** Chinese and Japanese assistance is available through clinic staff. English interpretation is available by appointment. * **Contact:** WhatsApp, KakaoTalk, WeChat, LINE, phone and in-person support are available during clinic hours. Messages are answered as promptly as possible during business hours.

POTENZA tips and authenticity checks

POTENZA is a radiofrequency microneedling system manufactured by Jeisys Medical in South Korea. It uses fine needles to deliver radiofrequency energy to selected depths in the skin.

At Min Clinic, the tip is selected according to the patient’s skin condition and treatment goal.

* **I-25:** An insulated-needle tip used primarily when acne improvement is the treatment goal. * **N-25:** A non-insulated needle tip used primarily for concerns such as enlarged pores and acne scars. * **CP-25:** A pumping-type tip used when microneedling is combined with the application or delivery of a selected product. It may be used for overall skin-texture improvement or combined with a skin booster.

Before treatment, a new, genuine, single-use POTENZA tip is opened in front of the patient. The patient can also view the shot count on the device screen during treatment. Min Clinic displays its manufacturer-issued POTENZA Certified Clinic plaque on site.

At Min Clinic, POTENZA is used within its approved indications.

The recommended interval and number of POTENZA sessions vary according to the patient’s skin condition and treatment goal.

When repeated treatment is appropriate, sessions are generally planned at intervals of approximately four to six weeks. For concerns that require gradual improvement, approximately three to five sessions may be discussed.

However, Min Clinic does not describe a package as necessary to see results. International patients may begin with one session and consider additional treatment after reviewing how their skin responds.

POTENZA pricing and included services

At Min Clinic, the standard POTENZA fee is charged per session rather than by tip type or shot count. Treatment may be planned for the full face, a concern such as pores or acne scars, or a partial area such as the cheeks or nose.

The standard POTENZA price is KRW 400,000 per session, excluding VAT. POTENZA combined with a skin booster starts at KRW 590,000, excluding VAT, and the total varies depending on the product selected.

The standard treatment price includes:

* Skin analysis before treatment * Cleansing * Topical anesthetic cream * POTENZA treatment performed by a doctor

A regenerative laser treatment is not required as part of the standard POTENZA procedure. If the patient requests one, it is charged separately. Skin boosters, ampoules and topical or injectable products are not included in the standard POTENZA session price.

VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate. Min Clinic applies the same treatment prices to international and Korean patients and does not charge an additional card-processing fee.

Under 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.

When comparing quotations from different clinics, compare the treatment area, intended tip, included anesthesia, any added products, aftercare and VAT under the same conditions.

Getting to Min Clinic from Gimpo International Airport

Travel times, walking times and taxi fares below are approximate and provided for reference only. Actual times and fares may vary depending on traffic, route, time of day and transportation conditions. Check a live navigation app before departure.

* **Subway:** Take Line 9 Express from Gimpo Airport Station to Seonjeongneung Station. Transfer to the Suin-Bundang Line and continue to Gangnam-gu Office Station. Including the walk, the journey generally takes approximately 45–55 minutes. * **Taxi:** A taxi from Gimpo International Airport to Cheongdam generally takes approximately 25–45 minutes and may cost around KRW 22,000–28,000, excluding tolls and late-night surcharges. * **From Gangnam-gu Office Station:** Min Clinic is approximately a seven-minute walk from Exit 3 or 3-1. * **From Apgujeong Rodeo Station:** Exit 5 is also nearby, approximately a 5–10-minute walk from the clinic. * **Address:** 4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The building is located at Hakdong Intersection, with an Olive Young store on the ground floor. * **Parking:** Parking is available in the outdoor lot on the first floor of Daedong Tower. Enter through the alley to the right of the Olive Young store. Valet parking is available. Contact the clinic in advance for current parking information.

Doctors, clinic hours and booking

Three doctors practice at Min Clinic: Young Soo Min, Chief Medical Director, and Min Ji Kim and Chan Ho Jung, Medical Directors. Two of the doctors are board-certified specialists.

The manufacturer titles held by Young Soo Min include Top Restylane Injector (Galderma, 2012), Top Radiesse Injector (Merz, 2011), IDP Specialist (Allergan, 2011), and Restylane Expert Injector (Galderma). Supporting certificates and plaques are held by the clinic.

Clinic hours are:

* Monday–Thursday: 10:00–19:00 * Friday: 10:00–20:00 * Saturday: 10:00–15:00 * Lunch break: 13:00–14:00 * Closed on Sundays and public holidays

Contact information:

* Phone: +82-2-515-2119 * WhatsApp: +82-10-3379-9350 * WhatsApp link: https://api.whatsapp.com/message/2P2LPJESWKZTE1?autoload=1&app_absent=0 * KakaoTalk: https://pf.kakao.com/_pxgTqE * WeChat: minbeauty * LINE: minclinic * Homepage: https://www.min-clinic.co.kr/

Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay and JCB are accepted. Apple Pay, WeChat Pay, Alipay and cash in Korean won are also accepted. PayPal is not accepted. Payment may be split across two cards, and there is no additional card surcharge. Bring a passport or another form of photo identification to your appointment.

Frequently asked questions

What downtime should I plan for after a second POTENZA session?

Redness, mild swelling, warmth and stinging generally improve within two to three days. Fine crusting, flaking, needle marks, a rough texture or temporary grid-like marks may last for approximately one week. Bruising is uncommon, but if it occurs, it may remain for one to two weeks. Recovery varies depending on the patient and treatment intensity.

When can I wash my face and apply makeup?

Gentle cleansing and makeup are generally possible from the next day. Avoid rubbing the treated skin or using irritating products while it is recovering.

How can I check whether a genuine POTENZA tip is being used?

A new, genuine POTENZA tip is opened in front of the patient before treatment. The shot count can also be viewed on the device screen during the procedure. Min Clinic displays its official POTENZA Certified Clinic plaque on site.

Who performs POTENZA at Min Clinic?

POTENZA is performed by a doctor at Min Clinic. Skincare treatments are provided separately.

Can I receive POTENZA during pregnancy?

No. Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including POTENZA, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation.

How many POTENZA sessions may be recommended?

The treatment plan varies according to the patient’s skin condition and goal. When repeated treatment is appropriate, approximately three to five sessions at intervals of about four to six weeks may be discussed. Patients may also begin with one session and decide whether to continue after reviewing their response.

How is POTENZA pricing determined?

The standard POTENZA price is charged per session rather than by tip type or shot count. The doctor selects the tip, area and settings according to the patient’s skin condition and treatment goal. Topical anesthetic cream is included, while skin boosters, ampoules, topical or injectable products and optional regenerative laser treatment are charged separately.

Can the clinic provide my previous records?

Yes. Skin-analysis results can be sent by email upon request, and treatment records can be provided as a detailed medical statement upon request.

Can I receive consultation and treatment on the same day?

Same-day treatment may be available depending on the clinic schedule and the doctor’s assessment. Confirm availability with the clinic when booking.

Sources

* FDA 510(k) K192545 — POTENZA, Jeisys Medical — https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf19/K192545.pdf * Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire, returned by the clinic * Min Clinic official website — https://min-clinic.co.kr/en/ * Min Clinic contact information — https://min-clinic.co.kr/contact/ * Seoul Metropolitan Government transportation information — https://news.seoul.go.kr/traffic/

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.