Dr. Jong Seon Kim
“I am a doctor you can trust, dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty.”
Career & Credentials
- Director, Gangnam HERA Plastic Surgery Clinic
- Board Member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery (KSAS)
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Skin Regeneration & Boosters
Skin Botox
Skin Botox (micro-botox) delivers a highly diluted botulinum toxin into the superficial dermis across the entire face rather than into a single muscle.
Procedure time
20–30 minutes
Downtime
Downtime is minimal, so most people return to daily activities right away
Overview
Description
Skin Botox (micro-botox) delivers a highly diluted botulinum toxin into the superficial dermis across the entire face rather than into a single muscle. This broad, shallow placement is designed to refine skin texture, tighten enlarged pores and add a natural, lifted firmness while calming surface redness. Because it works on the skin layer instead of freezing expression muscles, it aims to improve overall skin quality without altering your natural facial movement.
Why it works
The essentials, at a glance
Pore Refinement
Helps visibly tighten and shrink enlarged pores for a smoother surface.
Improved Elasticity
Supports firmer, more resilient skin across the treated area.
Texture & Tone
Encourages a more even skin texture and clearer, brighter tone.
Treatment Areas
Treatment Areas
Each area is planned separately, based on your anatomy.
Full face for overall skin quality
Jawline and lower face contour
Around the eyes
Forehead
Neck and neckline
Who it's for
Recommended For
Where filler tends to make the most visible difference.
- Those wanting a lifting effect without surgery
- Those looking to soften fine surface wrinkles
- Those who want smoother, more refined skin texture
- Those seeking quick, visible pore reduction
- Those bothered by redness and uneven skin tone
Your visit
How the Procedure Works
What happens on the day, from consultation to aftercare.
01
Consultation — A specialist assesses your skin condition, pore and elasticity concerns and treatment goals.
02
Cleansing — Makeup and impurities are thoroughly removed from the treatment area.
03
Topical Anesthesia — A numbing cream is applied for comfort during the procedure.
04
Injection — Diluted botulinum toxin is delivered evenly into the superficial dermis across the treated zones.
05
Soothing — A calming and cooling step helps minimize redness and settle the skin.
06
Aftercare Guidance — Post-care instructions are provided, with follow-up generally suggested every 2–3 months.
Trusted by international patients
5.0
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Same price as locals
No foreigner markup
English interpreter
On-site, every visit
Why HERA
Why international patients choose HERA
Price, language and booking, answered before you fly to Seoul.
English interpreter
An interpreter stays with you from consultation to checkout.
Same price as locals
Transparent pricing with no foreigner markup.
6,000+ global patients
Patients from 30+ countries have been treated here.
Genuine, approved fillers
Only authentic, government-approved products.
1:1 specialist care
A board-certified doctor from consult to aftercare.
3 min from Gangnam Station
Exit 9, then a three-minute walk.
Your medical team
The Doctors Who Will Treat You
Board-certified doctors. The doctor you consult with is the one who treats you and checks your result.
Dr. Jong Hoon Lee
“I dedicate myself to achieving the best results with minimal need for revision.”
Career & Credentials
- Co-author, LIFTINGOLOGY: Science and Clinical Practice in Aesthetic Medicine
- Recipient, Minister of Health and Welfare Award for Outstanding Contribution to National Health Improvement
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions international patients ask us most.
How is Skin Botox different from regular Botox?
Regular Botox is injected deep into a specific muscle to relax expression lines, while Skin Botox is placed shallowly and broadly in the dermis of the whole face to improve pores, texture and firmness. It targets skin quality rather than muscle movement.
Will my face look frozen or unnatural?
No. Because the dose is highly diluted and delivered into the skin layer rather than the muscle, it is intended to preserve your natural expressions while refining the skin surface.
How long do the results last?
Results typically last around 3 months. Because the effect is on skin quality, many people choose maintenance sessions roughly every 2–3 months.
Is there any downtime?
Downtime is minimal. You may notice slight redness or tiny needle marks that usually fade within a day, and most people resume normal activities immediately.
Does the treatment hurt?
Discomfort is generally mild. A topical numbing cream is applied beforehand, and the very fine needles used help keep the procedure comfortable.
Visit Gangnam HERA
Visit Gangnam HERA
In Seocho-gu, Seoul, a three-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 9.
Address
4F, 9 Seocho-daero 73-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Opening Hours
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Monday, Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Lunch break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Closed on Sundays and public holidays
