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To be honest, I first heard about TUP Dermatology in a post on a South Korea-based medical aesthetics forum. Someone wrote, “This Dermatology clinic in Gangnam only takes in 7 patients at a time, and it took me two months just to get an appointment.”

I thought to myself: There are Dermatology clinics everywhere in Gangnam—is it really necessary to wait in line for two months? But after going there myself and having the treatment, I realized that although this clinic is extremely low-key, its results are absolutely outstanding.

In today’s article, I’ll walk you through the entire process—from doing my research, to successfully booking an appointment, to actually experiencing the treatment. If this is your first time considering TUP Dermatology in South Korea, be sure to save this article right away.

T-Up Dermatology

Seoul Gangnam · Anti-aging Lift Therapy · 5.0★

This “treasure-level” anti-aging Dermatology clinic located at Seonnyeong Station in Gangnam accepts only 7 patients per day, led by Director Kim Hee-kyung with 20 years of experience. It focuses on personalized one-on-one treatment plans rather than following a standardized process. The clinic is equipped with genuine Ulthrea, Thermage, and Titanium devices.

💡 Reference prices for popular procedures (TWD)

• Ulthrea: 300 shots, starting from NT$28,400
•
Thermage US version: 900 shots, starting from NT$70,400

• Titanium Lifting: one session, starting
from NT$24,200
• Rejuran PN: starting from NT$8,400

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I. Why is TUP Dermatology so popular in Gangnam?

To be honest, the density of Dermatology clinics in Gangnam is roughly on par with convenience stores in Taiwan. What allows TUP to establish itself in such a competitive market isn’t overwhelming advertising, but solid word-of-mouth reputation.

First and foremost, its positioning is very clear—it’s a “luxury-class” personalized anti-aging clinic. It’s not the kind of place that sees fifty clients in a day, handling each one in just five minutes as part of a mass-production approach. The lead doctor, Kim Hee-kyung, boasts over 20 years of experience in clinical skin management. She is an active member of the South Korea Skin Management Association and has been invited to speak at various international beauty expos on multiple occasions. The other doctor, Kim Nam-hoon, also has 14 years of experience, specializing in anti-aging lifting treatments and 3D injections.

This clinic offers several key advantages: First, it provides in-depth consultations—the director personally measures skin thickness and conducts 3D skin analysis to create a treatment plan tailored to your specific condition, rather than just issuing a prescription after a quick glance. Second, there’s a guarantee of authenticity—both medications and devices can be scanned on-site to verify their legitimacy, ensuring full transparency throughout the process. Third, the services are highly customized; everyone doesn’t receive the same treatment package.

By the way, if you’re also looking into other Dermatology clinics in Gangnam, I’ve previously written a comprehensive guide to Brandnew Dermatology. It’s another popular clinic located in Cheongdam-dong, run by director Yoon Seung-eun, who has 20 years of experience. The two clinics offer different styles—one focuses on luxury, personalized services, while the other emphasizes transparent pricing and efficiency—so you might want to compare them.

II. Basic hospital information: address, transportation, operating hours

T-Up Clinic’s Dermatology department (Korean name: 티업의원) is located in the heart of Gangnam District, Seoul. The exact address is as follows:

A special reminder here: please don’t come on Wednesday. Many people end up at the door only to find it locked because they didn’t notice the closed day. Additionally, appointments aren’t accepted during lunch break from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, so make sure to avoid this time slot when planning your visit.

III. A Complete Guide to Booking Appointments at TUP Dermatology: Which Method Is Fastest and Most Reliable?

This is probably the section that interests everyone the most. TUP Dermatology is famously hard to get appointments with—only 7 slots are available each day, and during peak times (especially when the director is seeing patients in person), those slots are often booked up a month in advance.

You can book now through the following five methods, which I’ve ranked by popularity:

🥇 Top Recommendation: Book through the BeautsGO platform

This is the method I personally use, and it’s also my top recommendation. Download the BeautsGO APP or search for the “BeautsGO” mini-program on WeChat; by typing in “T-Up,” you can immediately see available dates and time slots. The entire process can be done in Chinese, without the need to make phone calls or fill out Korean forms.

The biggest advantage is that you can see current promotional prices and real user reviews, plus enjoy exclusive discounts offered by the platform. After making a reservation, a Chinese-speaking customer service representative will confirm the schedule with you, so there’s no need to worry about language barriers. If you’re unsure about which treatment to choose, you can also add the customer service’s WeChat ID, beautsgo6, for one-on-one consultation.

🥈 Book via official website form

The official website of TUP Dermatology is tupskin.com. On the homepage, you can find a “예약하기 (Make an Appointment)” button. Enter your name (which must match exactly the English letters in your passport), your +86 mobile number, email address, desired date, and the reason for consultation. After submitting, wait for a response from the staff to confirm the appointment.

The advantage is that the process is standardized, but the drawbacks are also obvious: the official website has a Korean interface, requiring the use of translation tools; moreover, responses usually take 1–2 business days, which can be frustrating if you’re on a tight schedule.

🥉 Other ways: Phone/Email/WeChat

Phone booking: It’s recommended to call between 10:30–12:30 AM or 2:30–5:30 PM on weekdays, avoiding lunch breaks and peak off-hours. Basic English or Korean communication skills are required.
Email booking: Send an email to [email protected] wi
th the subject line “Reservation Inquiry.” Include your name, contact information, preferred date, and the service you’d like to inquire about in the body of the email.
WeChat booking: You can contact them through the
Chinese service platform or their customer service WeChat account, which is ideal if you need to adjust your schedule at any time.

There’s also the option to make reservations through Naver Maps, but it requires verification using a South Korea phone number, which isn’t very user-friendly for tourists, so we won’t go into details about it.

IV. Project Overview & Price Reference Table

The pricing at TUP Dermatology falls in the upper-middle range in South Korea, but its value for money is actually quite good—this is thanks to the thoroughness of their in-person consultations and the high level of precision in their treatments, qualities that many cheaper clinics simply can’t match. Additionally, there’s a key advantage: the same prices apply to both South Korean citizens and foreigners, so tourists won’t face any discriminatory pricing.

Here are the latest price references for 2026 (listed in South Korean won, plus a 10% beauty tax; Taiwanese dollars are estimated values):

Tightening and Lifting Products

Hydrodermabrasion and filler treatments

There’s also a popular TUP treatment—Titanium Lifting, with a single-session price of 1.1 million KRW (approximately NT$24,200). This procedure is extremely popular in South Korea, as it combines three different wavelengths to tighten skin, brighten complexion, and remove hair at the same time. It causes minimal discomfort, delivers immediate results, and many Korean women opt for this treatment as a “quick fix” before important events.

V. Side-by-side Comparison: TUP vs Other Popular Dermatology Centers in Gangnam

Many people ask: With so many Dermatology clinics in Gangnam, why choose TUP? I’ve prepared a simple comparison table to put TUP side by side with Gangnam’s Lienjang and Myeongdong’s Kleam Dermatology.

In short: if you’re looking for treatment by the clinic director in person, dislike the mass-produced approach common in many clinics, and have a flexible budget, TUP is definitely worth waiting in line for. If this is your first time getting medical aesthetics treatments in South Korea and you want to test the waters first, Lienjang or Brandnew might be better choices as entry points.

VI. Admission Process and Important Notes

After successfully making an appointment, the process on the day of your visit is roughly as follows:

Step 1: Arrive 15–20 minutes early. You’ll need to present your passport and the reservation confirmation message (make sure to save a screenshot), and the reception staff will ask you to fill out some basic inform
ation.

Step 2: 3D skin analysis. This is one of TUP’s standout features—specialized equipment is used to analyze your skin’s condition, including thickness, moisture levels, and pigment distribution, offering much greater accuracy than visual inspect
ion.

Step 3: Consultation with the director. The director will discuss the most suitable treatment plan based on the analysis results and your personal needs. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions during this session.

Step 4:
Confirming the plan and price. All costs are confirmed in person, so there are no hidden fees.

Step 5: Treatment. Befo
re the procedure, both the medications and equipment can be verified through QR code scanning.


Step 6: Post-treatment care instructions. Detailed guidance on proper aftercare will be provided after the treatment is completed.

⚠️ Deposit and cancellation policy: Some popular treatments require a deposit, typically ranging from 10% to 30% of the total cost. This deposit can be applied toward the treatment fee. If you need to reschedule, you can do so free of charge by giving 3 days’ notice; a full refund will be issued if canceled more than 3 days in advance, while a 30% deduction applies for cancellations 1–2 days in advance. No refund is provided for last-minute cancellations or no-shows.

VII. Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Summary

Overall, TUP Dermatology is a “niche yet highly capable” anti-aging clinic in Gangnam. Its advantages are clear: treatment by the director in person, personalized treatment plans, identical prices for Korean and Chinese patients, and an appointment-based system that avoids crowds. The downsides, however, are equally obvious: difficult to get appointments, many closed days, and prices that aren’t exactly affordable.

But if you’re willing to take the time to plan ahead, TUP offers an experience and results that most conventional clinics simply can’t match. It’s especially ideal for those who already have a good understanding of cosmetic procedures and know exactly what outcome they’re looking for—true “advanced users” in this field.

One last thing to repeat: be sure to make a reservation in advance, and avoid coming on Wednesday. Remember these two points, and you’ll be halfway there to having a great TUP experience.