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12 Questions to Ask at a Korean Skin Clinic Consultation (2026)
By Dr. IM JUNHYUNG · Updated
- Ask for the plan in writing, with numbers.
- Ask to see the product, tip or label.
- Ask what would make the doctor say no.
- Ask how follow-up works after you fly home.
- Plan
- What and why
- Numbers
- Shots · units · cc — in writing
- Risks
- And what if
- Aftercare
- Back home
About the plan
- 1. What is causing what I see — and which treatment matches it?
- 2. What will this not fix?
- 3. Is there a simpler option that would get me most of the way?
About the numbers
- 4. Which device or product exactly?
- 5. How many shots, units or cc — and where?
- 6. Is everything in the price, including VAT, tips and numbing?
About safety
- 7. Who performs the treatment?
- 8. What are the common side effects, and the rare serious ones?
- 9. What would make you advise against this for me?
About the doctor and the products
Who will treat me, and will that doctor sign the record? Which products are imported and which are Korean? Can I see the box, the seal and the lot number before it is opened?
How are complications handled, and what happens if something needs attention after I fly home? Who do I message, and what can be done from a distance — and what can’t? A clinic that answers these plainly, without hurrying you towards a decision, is usually one that will also tell you when a treatment isn’t right for you.
About after
- 10. When will I see the result, and how long does it usually last?
- 11. What should I avoid, and for how long?
- 12. If something feels wrong after I fly home, how do I reach you?
What good answers sound like
Specific and written: “Ultherapy, 4.5 and 3.0 mm, jawline 120 and cheeks 180, counter checked with you.” Honest about limits: “This won’t lift heavy jowls on its own.” Unhurried: no pressure to decide today. At Taut, the answers go on your record card before treatment.
FAQ
Is it rude to ask to see the product?
Not at all. It is a reasonable question, and we show tips, boxes and labels before opening.
Do I have to decide on the day?
No. We never ask for a same-day decision.
Can I bring my own photos and records?
Please do — past products, units and dates help us plan.
Is the consultation in English?
Yes. Bookings for international visitors open in December — message us your Seoul dates now.
General information, not medical advice. Your plan is set at an in-person consultation; results vary by individual.
Representative Director of Taut Clinic, Gangnam. Full member of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society (ASLS), the Korean Association for Laser Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT) and the Korean Society of Filler Medicine. Commendation from the Minister of Health and Welfare.
Treatments in this article
See how each treatment mentioned here is done at Taut Clinic, with options and prices.
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