Laurel Clinic

Seoul, South Korea

Rating: 4.8/5 based on 284 reviews

Accreditations: KFDA

Founded: 2015

Bed capacity: 8

About Laurel Clinic

Laurel Clinic, located on the 7th and 8th floors of the Asian Cheongdam Boutique building in Gangnam, Seoul, has established itself as one of South Korea's most prestigious non-surgical anti-aging and lifting clinics. Branded as the 'Elegant Lifting Laboratory,' the clinic holds a reputation as Korea's top 1% lifting specialist, attracting both Korean celebrities and international medical tourists seeking transformative results without the risks or downtime of surgery. The clinic is led by Dr. Junhyuk Heo, a board-certified dermatologist who personally performs every treatment — a distinction that sets Laurel Clinic apart from large 'factory-style' clinics where procedures are often delegated to nurses or technicians. This doctor-led approach ensures consistent, high-quality outcomes that patients describe as life-changing. Laurel Clinic's signature offering is the proprietary UltaNeum (Ultanium) treatment — a patented, data-driven lifting system unique to the clinic. Unlike standard energy-based procedures, UltaNeum employs a personalized 'Tailor Chart' methodology developed through a research partnership with the Seoul National University Medical Big Data Team (since 2022). Each patient undergoes a detailed skin analysis assessing sagging levels, skin elasticity, facial expression patterns, and future aging risks. The data generates a fully customized treatment plan, making every session unique to the individual's anatomy and goals. The UltaNeum system combines multiple advanced technologies into a single, integrated protocol: micro-focused ultrasound targeting the SMAS layer (the same layer addressed in surgical facelifts), radiofrequency microneedling for dermal remodeling, Titanium Lifting protocols for deep tissue tightening, and personalized topical formulations applied based on real-time skin barrier data. The result is a comprehensive non-invasive facelift effect with minimal to no downtime — ideal for medical tourists with limited time in Seoul. Beyond UltaNeum, Laurel Clinic offers the full spectrum of Seoul's most sought-after non-surgical anti-aging technologies. Ultherapy, the globally recognized FDA-cleared ultrasound treatment, is administered to lift and tighten the brow, jawline, neck, and chest using focused thermal energy delivered to the SMAS fascia — the same tissue targeted in surgical facelifts. Thermage FLX, the gold-standard radiofrequency platform, delivers deep monopolar RF energy to stimulate collagen production and firm sagging skin. Sofwave, a newer FDA-cleared technology using synchronous ultrasound parallel beam technology, complements the clinic's lifting protocols for patients requiring targeted fine line correction. The clinic also provides skin hydration boosters, IV vitamin drips, and One-Day Anti-Aging Packages specifically designed for short-stay international visitors. Patient outcomes at Laurel Clinic are consistently exceptional. Verified reviews describe visible results within days of treatment, with patients reporting that friends, family, and colleagues noticed they looked 'at least 5 years younger.' The clinic maintains a 4.8 out of 5 satisfaction score across global review platforms including TripAdvisor, with patients from the USA, UK, Australia, Singapore, Japan, China, and across Europe returning for follow-up care. For international patients, Laurel Clinic provides dedicated multilingual support in English and Chinese, making the entire experience seamless from initial inquiry through post-treatment follow-up. The clinic's premium Cheongdam location — Seoul's luxury beauty and fashion district — is conveniently situated a 10-minute walk from Apgujeong Rodeo Station (Exit 4) on Seoul Metro Line 3, and within easy reach of major hotels and the Gangnam medical tourism corridor. Tax-free treatment invoices are available for eligible international visitors. Laurel Clinic is fully approved and compliant under the Korean Food and Drug Administration (KFDA). As a dedicated non-surgical clinic, it excels in delivering the kind of natural, refined results that Korea's global beauty reputation is built on — precise, doctor-administered, and rigorously personalized to each patient's unique facial architecture.

Specialties & Treatments

  • Non-Surgical Lifting
  • Anti-Aging
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Aesthetic Dermatology
  • Medical Tourism