By 變美體驗官 To be honest, more and more people are traveling to Seoul, and their itineraries are usually full. However, many of them actually have one thought in mind: “It would be great if I could take the opportunity to undergo some cosmetic procedures while I’m there.” 🤔
What I would like to talk about today is Heritique Dermatology, located near Gyeongbokgung. It’s just a few minutes’ walk from Gwanghwamun subway station, making it extremely convenient for tourists. Most importantly, their Thermage treatment has a relatively short recovery period – many people can go out shopping on the same afternoon after the treatment without any disruption to their schedules.
Of course, whether the claim that “it won’t interfere with your travel plans” is actually accurate depends on the specific treatments you choose and your individual skin condition. This article will strive to present a fair and realistic picture, providing you with a clear basis for making your decision.
Why is Heritique Dermatology the right choice for medical beauty treatments during travel?
On the 1st and 2nd floors of the Gwanghwamun Goryeo Building, there are treatment rooms operated by Huriet. You can reach there in about 5 minutes on foot after exiting Exit 5 of the Gwanghwamun Subway Line 3. Gyeongbokgung is right next to it, so it’s also very convenient to come here directly after visiting the palace. For tourists who have scheduled visits to several different attractions, this saves them a lot of time on transportation. 😊
Why is this place particularly suitable for undergoing medical beauty treatments during travel? There are several main reasons for this:
Firstly, it is not a clinic that specializes in performing routine treatment procedures. After making an appointment, you usually have a one-on-one consultation with a doctor who will assess the condition of your skin before recommending any treatments. It is not the case that you will be given a treatment plan as soon as you enter the clinic.
Secondly, the main treatment offered here, Thermage, is a non-invasive tightening procedure. There is no need to worry about scars after the treatment, and any redness usually subsides within a few hours.
Of course, there are also some practical considerations to keep in mind: on the day after the Thermage treatment, your face may experience a slight sense of heat and mild redness. This does not happen to everyone, but most people can go out just after waiting at the clinic for one or two hours. However, if you have sensitive skin or plan to take photos immediately after the treatment, you should be prepared that your appearance might not be at its best on that day.
What exactly is Thermage? These are some of the most common questions people ask when going to South Korea for the first time to undergo this treatment.
If you are not very familiar with Thermage, let me explain it briefly: It uses radiofrequency energy to heat the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating the regeneration of Collagen and thus achieving a tightening and firming effect. No injections or incisions are required, and the appearance of the skin after treatment remains basically normal.🌟
These are the most common questions people ask:
Question: Does it hurt when undergoing Thermage trea
tment?
This is the most frequently asked question. To be honest, Thermage does cause some heat and stinging sensations, but the intensity varies greatly depending on the energy used during the procedure and an individual’s pain tolerance. The newer models of the equipment allow for more controlled operations, and doctors usually adjust the treatment according to the patient’s reactions. Many people describe it as “a tolerable level of discomfort” – nothing that is truly unbearable.
Question: Can I go shopping right after the procedure?
Most people take some rest after the treatment and can go out once their facial condition has stabilized. However, if you have many outdoor activities scheduled for the same day, it is best to give yourself a few hours to recover. It is not recommended to spend a long time in the sun immediately after the procedure. Also, it is not advisable to wear makeup on the day of the treatment; it is important to apply proper sunscreen.
Question: What are the differences between having Thermage treatments in South Korea and in Taiwan?
The main differences lie in the price and the number of treatment sessions (i.e., the amount of energy delivered). Overall, the cost of medical beauty treatments in South Korea is lower than that in Taiwan. For the same treatment and the same number of sessions, you can usually save a considerable amount of money. However, it is important to note that the number of sessions recommended by the clinic may differ from what you expect, so make sure to confirm this during the consultation.
Question: Will I be pressured to purchase other treatment
s?
This is a concern that many people have when considering medical beauty treatments in South Korea. Overall, Herietin has a fairly good reputation in this regard. After the consultation, doctors will usually mention recommended treatments, but they will not push them aggressively. After the consultation, assistants may ask if you would like to add additional treatments. If you don’t need them, simply say no – there is basically no pressure involved.
What is the actual process after visiting Heritique Dermatology at Guanghua Gate?
After a successful reservation, the process of arriving at the clinic is roughly as follows:
- Upon arrival for registration: Present your reservation confirmation, and the front desk staff will assist you in completing a basic questionnaire regarding your skin condition and previous treatment history. Translation services are available in Chinese, so there is no need to worry if you don’t speak the language.
- Waiting for the consultation: Generally, the waiting time is not too long. The clinic will arrange appointments according to the scheduled times, rather than following a traditional queue system where patients have to wait for a long time.
- In-person consultation with a doctor: The doctor will examine the condition of your skin and ask you what issues you would like to address. They will then determine the specific treatments required and the appropriate intensity of the procedures. This step is very important, so make sure to ask any questions you may have.
- Cleaning and applying anesthetic: After the initial consultation, the nurse will clean your face and then apply the anesthetic. It takes approximately 30 to 40 minutes for the anesthetic to take effect, so you can sit and rest in the meantime.
- Official procedure: The doctor or nurse operates the Thermage device, and the entire treatment for the face usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the number of hair follicles to be treated.
- Postoperative care: After the procedure, cold compresses or basic soothing treatments will be applied. Once the condition of the face has been confirmed to be stable, you can leave.
The entire process usually takes 2 to 3 hours. If you have other schedules on the same day, it’s best to leave some extra time and not schedule too tightly.
After the procedure, the appearance of my face remains more or less the same every day.
The recovery period after Thermage treatment is actually shorter than many people imagine, but there are still some things you need to know:
On the same day: You may feel a sense of heat on your face, and there might be slight redness. After the procedure, the clinic will help you apply cold compresses, and by the time you go out, the redness will usually have subsided significantly. In some rare cases, sensitive areas such as the cheekbones may experience mild swelling, but it is usually not noticeable. On the day of the procedure, avoid wearing makeup and make sure to use sunscreen.
From the second day to the third day: Most people will have fully recovered and can apply light makeup while continuing their travel plans. A small number of individuals may still experience a slight sense of tightness in their skin, but this is a normal reaction that will gradually subside within a week.
One week later: The tightening effects began to appear. It wasn’t immediately noticeable, but gradually, one could feel that the skin’s contours had become slightly clearer than before. The effects of Thermage usually reach their peak after 2 to 3 months, because the production of Collagen takes some time.
So if you ask, “Can I visit Gyeongbokgung the day after having Thermage?” The answer is generally yes – as long as it’s not a situation where heavy makeup is required, most people can go out just like normal the next day. 😄
Making an appointment at Heritique Dermatology for glow therapy with BeautsGO is simpler than you might think.
Many people worry that making an appointment with a Dermatology clinic in South Korea requires knowledge of Korean or the need to make phone calls. With BeautsGO, there’s no need to worry about any of this – the entire process can be completed on your mobile device, and all the information is provided in Chinese. There’s no need to call or send messages in Korean. 🎉
At present, BeautsGO has 849+ partner institutions and 1,457+ specialist doctors. It has specifically optimized the reservation process for overseas tourists. Here are the steps to make a reservation with Herietin:
- Download the BeautsGO App (available for both iOS and Android, or you can also use the WeChat mini-program).
- Search for “Heritique” to find the clinic located at Guanghua Gate.
- Select the treatment you desire and the corresponding date and time.
- Fill in the basic information and submit your reservation request.
- Wait for the institution to confirm the information (usually within 24 hours).
After confirmation, you will receive a notification containing the address of the clinic and other necessary information. If there are any last-minute changes or cancellations, you can also make adjustments directly through the app, which is much more convenient than sending emails in Korean.
If you are considering undergoing cosmetic procedures while traveling, there are several things you must confirm before setting off.
If it is your first time trying medical beauty treatments while traveling, there are several details that are particularly important. Many people later regret not having thought these through in advance.
1. Leave some buffer in the itinerary arrangeme
nt
On the day immediately after the Thermage treatment, it is best not to schedule any places that require a lot of walking or any formal events that require makeup. It’s fine to take a leisurely walk or have a meal in the afternoon, but it is not recommended to go to crowded places to take photos right away.
2. Do not drive after applying local anesthetic
If yo
u are traveling by car, it is not recommended to drive immediately on the day of the Thermage treatment due to the effects of the local anesthetic on your face. It is advisable to take the subway or hire a car.
3. Be sure to inform the doctor about your current skin condition in
advance
If your skin has been inflamed recently, or if you are taking photosensitive medications (such as certain antibiotics), be sure to tell the doctor during the consultation. These factors may affect whether the treatment can be carried out, and it is better to inform them in advance than to change the plan at the last minute.
4. Verify your passport and payment methods
You
must bring your passport along, as many clinics require it for verifying the identity of foreign patients. Regarding payment methods, credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) are generally accepted, but make sure to check in advance whether the clinic accepts foreign cards. In some cases, it is still advisable to bring some South Korean won in cash as well.
5. Sun protection is essential after the procedure
After undergoing Thermage treatment, the skin becomes more sensitive to ultraviolet rays. It is essential to take proper sun protection measures when going out—wear a hat or use an umbrella. Since sun protection is already necessary when visiting Seoul in summer, it is even more important to follow these guidelines if you have also undergone cosmetic procedures. ☀️
Suitable candidates vs situations where it is not recommended
After saying so much, let me finally tell you directly which situations are suitable for undergoing medical beauty treatments, and which situations are not recommended.
Suitable for:
Those whose travel
itinerary in South Korea lasts for more than 3 days and who have approximately half a day of flexible time available; those who wish to take advantage of their trip to undergo a non-invasive tightening treatment; those who have a basic understanding of Thermage and are not impulsive enough to make a reservation just after seeing an advertisement; those whose budget can accommodate the prices of medical beauty treatments in South Korea.
Situations where it is not recom
mended: If your schedule is extremely tight and you need to take a flight or attend an important event on the same day after the treatment; if your skin is in a sensitive period or you have active acne – if you are not sure what your specific needs are, it is best to do some research before making a decision.
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