not fake ones.
② It’s only a 5-minute walk from Exit 7 of Seomyeon Station, so you can shop around without miss
ing your schedule.
③ AT INMODE, prices start at ₩14,900; Thermage treatments are 30% cheaper than those in Gangnam—truly the best value in Busan.
④ Same prices
as in Korea, plus booking available in Chinese—foreigners won’t have to worry about getting overcharged on their first visit.
Why I Chose the Barog in Busan Over the One in Gangnam, Seoul
Let me start with something that surprised me: When I searched for “Dermatology in Busan” on Naver, the Barog store in Seomyeon had 261 reviews, all giving it a perfect 5.0 rating—256 of them were 5-star reviews, 5 were 4-star, and there weren’t any reviews with 3 stars or lower.
You simply won’t find such data at those big stores in Gangnam, Seoul—where there are often thousands of reviews mixed with 3-star and 2-star ratings. I had to admit I was skeptical that the Barog store in Seomyeon could achieve zero negative reviews. But after visiting there in person, I realized it wasn’t fake—it was genuine.
The shopping district in Seomyeon, Busan, is worlds apart from Gangnam in Seoul. In Seoul, you’ll find streets lined with dozens of Dermatology clinics, all vying for customers, creating a high-pressure environment where a 5-minute consultation is often enough to send you walking away. Seomyeon is different—here, the atmosphere in the Dermatology clinics is much more relaxed. Doctors take the time to talk with patients for 15 to 30 minutes, without rushing or pushing sales. After your treatment, you can even head over to the nearby Seomyeon underground mall to shop.
The most important point is that due to lower rent at the Seomyeon store, some procedures are 20–30% cheaper compared to those at the same brand’s store in Seoul. For the same American-made Thermage FLX300 device, you might have to pay tens of thousands of won more at the Seoul store, but you can save that amount right away at the Busan location. It’s not me saying this—this is what the price list shows.
Basic Hospital Information | Address, Transportation, and Time All in One Place
Seomyeon Station is one of the busiest shopping districts in Busan, featuring a long underground mall filled with numerous restaurants and cafes. After getting your skincare treatment, you can head straight over for a meal or some shopping. This convenient “cosmetic treatment + sightseeing” experience is something other shopping areas in Seoul’s Seomyeon district simply can’t match.
Check-in Process | From booking to completion — stay calm throughout the whole process
① Booking stage
The Barog store in Seomyeon operates on a strictly reserved basis, with no walk-in admissions. It’s recommended to make a reservation at least 1–3 days in advance, and any changes to your plans should be canceled at least 24 hours ahead.
There are several ways to make an appointment:
- BeautsGO Booking (Recommended): Click the button on the card above directly — the entire process is available in Chinese with no barriers.
- LINE Consultation: Chinese-speaking customer service available for instant replies
- Email reservation: Ideal for those who don’t need to confirm immediately
After making a reservation, the clinic’s customer service will confirm it within 24 hours and send over the pre-surgery instructions in Chinese. Anyone who’s looked up tips for skin care treatments in South Korea knows how important it is to confirm the translation schedule in advance—while Barog does provide Chinese translations, their staff aren’t always available. Booking through BeautsGO ensures that the translation is taken care of properly.
② Check in at the clinic
Upon arrival, the staff at the front desk will verify your information (bring your passport) and have you fill out a consultation form. You can start the actual consultation in less than 20 minutes—much faster than those clinics in Seoul where wait times often reach an hour.
③ In-person consultation with a doctor
You’ll have a one-on-one consultation with the clinic director or senior physician, which usually lasts around 15–30 minutes. First, a skin analysis device will be used to assess your skin condition—identifying the type of acne, sebum production levels, and the degree of Pore blockage, all presented in numerical form.
Features of in-person consultations: No sales pressure. When I had my Dual Toning treatment, the clinic director said my Pores were in good condition and suggested 5–10 sessions spaced two weeks apart, without pushing any packages on me. This approach of only suggesting what you need rather than what you don’t is much more comfortable compared to clinics that try to sell you three treatments at once.
④ Treatment Procedure
After confirming the treatment plan, the procedure starts with cleaning → applying an anesthetic (if needed) → actual injection. All injection procedures are performed personally by doctors with over 8 years of experience, never by assistants. Once completed, a nurse explains the post-procedure care instructions, provides a post-surgery sun protection kit, and then you can settle the bill and leave.
The entire process takes about 1–2 hours to complete, with simpler procedures like Botox or micro-bubbles taking even less time. Right after the treatment, you can head straight to the Seomyeon shopping area for some shopping and dining without any delay to your schedule.
Project Overview + Price Reference | Color-coded for easy reading
The price data is from April 2026, and a 10% additional tax applies to all prices. For reference, 1 South Korean won is estimated to be approximately 0.024 TWD; the actual amount will be based on the current exchange rate.
⚡ Photonic Anti-Aging Products (The Most Popular)
When I saw this price list, one thing came to mind: it’s obvious that the price of Thermage in Busan is lower than that of the same brand in Seoul, and the main reason is the lower rent costs here. The American version of Thermage FLX300 costs ₩1,390,000, while stores in Seoul might charge 10–20% more—saving that amount would be enough to let you enjoy several nice meals in Seomyeon.
💉 Injections & Fine-Tuning Treatments
🧴 Basic Skincare & Packages
Side-by-Side Comparison | Barog Seomyeon vs Other Dermatology Clinics in Busan
There’s more than just Barog when it comes to Dermatology clinics in the Seomyeon business district of Busan. I’ve also been to ELBLANC Dermatology and Dr. Evers’ Seomyeon branch before. Each of these three clinics has its own strengths and weaknesses. Here’s a quick comparison:
In short: Choose Barog if you’re looking for the best value for money, opt for ELBLANC if you want the surgeon to handle everything throughout the procedure, and go with Dr. Evers if you’re staying at a Lotte Hotel and want convenient access to services. All three options are excellent, but Barog’s INMODE treatment starts at just ₩14,900—a price that’s truly unbeatable; few other clinics in Seoul dare to offer such a low rate.
Tips & Notes | Must-Read for First-Time Visitors
- 🔥 Confirm the translation time in advance: While Barog offers Chinese translation services, their staff aren’t available 24/7. Booking through BeautsGO ensures you get timely translation — don’t rely on luck on the spot.
- 🔥 Tuesdays and Fridays until 9 PM: While Cashdoc shows that the store is open until 21:00 on these days, it’s totally feasible to explore Haeundae during the day and get a quick treatment in the evening.
- 🔥 It’s true—same price for Koreans and foreigners: foreigners pay the same rates as locals, with no extra charges. But remember, a 10% additional tax applies to all prices.
- 🔥 Don’t overlook post-procedure sun protection: After undergoing laser treatments, the clinic will provide you with a sun protection kit. There are affordable skincare stores near the Seomyeon area where you can restock these products. Sun protection is absolutely crucial in Busan.
- 🔥 Patience is key when treating acne: Acne can’t be fixed in just one session. The dermatologist will recommend a combination therapy along with multiple follow-up appointments. Don’t expect perfect results after just one treatment—following the treatment plan consistently will yield more stable outcomes.
- 🔥 Book in advance: This is a fully reserved service — no walk-ins allowed. Please book at least 1–3 days ahead. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance; otherwise, a penalty may apply.
After my Dual Toning treatment, my skin already looked brighter the very next day, with almost no redness or swelling. However, the clinic director advised me to have 5–10 sessions spaced 2 weeks apart to achieve stable results. This approach of “not rushing to make money and telling you exactly how many sessions are needed” actually made me trust them even more.
My Real Experience | Dual Toning+Hydrating Treatment – Went Shopping the Day After!
The second time I went to Barog, I had a Dual Toning treatment combined with hyaluronic acid injection. During the consultation, the director checked the readings from the skin analysis device and said that while my Pores weren’t particularly large, my skin tone was uneven. He recommended doing the Dual Toning treatment 5 times, with a 2-week interval between sessions, as this would yield the most consistent results. He didn’t suggest 10 sessions at once, saying we should start with 5 to see how it works first.
Procedure steps: Cleaning → numbing → Dual Toning, which starts with 532nm to target melanin in the epidermis, followed by 1064nm to penetrate deeper into the dermis, and finally hydration injection across the entire face. The whole process takes about 40 minutes, causes minimal discomfort, and is much gentler on the skin compared to Pico therapy.
It was a bit red right after the procedure, but not swollen. The nurse gave me a sunscreen set along with recovery guidelines. After going outside, I headed straight to the underground mall in Seomyeon to get a cup of coffee and sat there for 30 minutes, during which the redness faded significantly. By the next day, my skin had a noticeably hydrated and radiant look—no exaggeration—at point that my colleagues asked if I’d changed my foundation.
The price after discount for one treatment is around ₩100,000 (including hyaluronic acid treatment), which is equivalent to NT$2,400. You simply can’t find such a deal at similar shops in Seoul. That’s why I went back to Barog for my third and fourth treatments as well—once you experience the great value and build trust with a place, it’s hard to switch to another one.
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