04 — Injectables
Botox
Injections that soften facial muscle movement for wrinkles and contour
Botox injects a small amount of botulinum toxin into a muscle to reduce its movement. From frown, forehead and crow's-feet lines to contouring concerns such as a square jaw, salivary glands and trapezius, we plan by area, product and units.
From KRW 30,000 · excl. VAT
- Method
- Botulinum toxin injection
- Treatment time
- About 10–20 min
- Numbing
- Usually none; cooling if needed
- Back to routine
- Usually the same day
What it is
What is Botox?
Botulinum toxin temporarily reduces the signal between nerve and muscle, weakening the muscle's movement. Expression lines deepen as muscles fold the skin repeatedly, so reducing movement means the lines fold less.
We offer the Korean-made Newlux and Coretox and the imported Xeomin and Allergan BOTOX. Each area needs a different number of units, so the product and dose are chosen after watching how your muscles and expressions move.
How it works
How it works
The injected toxin acts on the nerve endings that signal the muscle, making its contraction weaker. The effect appears over a few days, and as the nerve endings recover over time, movement gradually returns — which is why maintenance is planned at regular intervals.
Is it right for you
Is it right for you?
A good fit when
- Frown, forehead or crow's-feet lines bother you
- A strong jaw muscle makes your face look wide
- You want contouring of the salivary glands, temples or trapezius
- You want to balance expressions such as mouth corners or a gummy smile
Talk to your doctor first if
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have a muscle or nerve condition
- You recently had another toxin treatment or worry about resistance
- You have an important photo shoot or event within one to two weeks
Pricing
Botox pricing
NewluxNewlux
CoretoxCoretox
XeominXeomin · Merz
BOTOXBOTOX · AllerganNewluxNewluxCoretoxCoretoxXeominXeomin · MerzBOTOXBOTOX · AllerganNewluxNewluxCoretoxCoretoxXeominXeomin · MerzBOTOXBOTOX · AllerganNewluxNewluxCoretoxCoretoxXeominXeomin · MerzBOTOXBOTOX · AllerganAll prices exclude VAT.
The process
How a visit works
Consultation & AI skin analysis
An AI skin analysis records where your skin is today; one of our co-directors then examines you and decides whether to treat, how strongly and where.
Preparation
You make expressions while your doctor checks the muscle movement and marks the injection points.
Treatment
A fine needle delivers the planned units to each area. Most people feel only a small prick.
After your visit
The injection sites are checked and you can go home straight away; make-up is usually fine the same day.
Aftercare
Recovery & aftercare
- Small swellings or bruises may appear at injection sites and usually fade within a few days.
- On the day, avoid rubbing the area hard, saunas and heavy drinking.
- If your expression feels unusual or an eyelid feels heavy, please let us know.
Sessions & spacing
The effect usually starts within three to seven days and settles around two weeks. How long it lasts depends on the area and the person; reviews are usually every three to six months.
Your doctors
Seen by our two co-directors
At ATTITUDE, co-directors Dr. Lee Jae Min and Dr. Lee Dong Hun examine you themselves and decide with you what is needed, what is not, and in what order.
Dr. Lee Jae Min
Co-Director
Dankook University College of Medicine
Korean Aesthetic Surgery and Laser Society (ASLS) · Korean Association for Laser Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT) · Korean Academy of Facelift & Contouring (KAFC)
Dr. Lee Dong Hun
Co-Director
Kyungpook National University School of Medicine
Korean Aesthetic Surgery and Laser Society (ASLS) · Korean Association for Laser Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT) · Korean Academy of Facelift & Contouring (KAFC)
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When does it start to work?
Usually within three to seven days, settling around two weeks. If your expression feels odd before then, we review it with you.
What is the difference between Korean and imported products?
The manufacturer, formulation and price differ. We choose together considering the area, your past experience and any concern about resistance.
Can I develop resistance?
Response may decrease with large doses repeated at short intervals. Planning only what is needed, at sensible intervals, matters.
Can I have other treatments on the same day?
Order and spacing matter when combining with lasers or lifts. We decide in consultation whether the same day works.
Journal
Further reading from our Journal
JournalBotox With Other Treatments: How Order and Spacing Are Decided
JournalBotox by Area: How Do We Assess Facial Expressions and Muscle Movement?
JournalHow Much Does Botox Hurt? A Guide to Anesthesia Options for Jaw, Masseter, and Gummy Smile Botox
JournalBotox Resistance and Side Effects: What to Tell Your Clinic Before a Repeat Treatment
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