International Patients · Apgujeong, Seoul
Boutique Skin Clinic in Gangnam
A small, doctor-owned dermatology clinic in Apgujeong where the same specialist sees you from diagnosis to follow-up.
Quick answer
Oaro Dermatology Clinic sits on the 8th floor of Cheongdam Tower on Dosan-daero, eight minutes on foot from Apgujeong Rodeo Station. Message us before your trip and we will reserve a consultation slot that fits your itinerary.
At a glance
| Location | Cheongdam Tower on Dosan-daero, Apgujeong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Apgujeong Rodeo (Suin-Bundang Line), about 8 minutes on foot |
| Languages | Korean; English-friendly consultation for international patients |
| Consultation | Unhurried 1:1 with a board-certified dermatologist; same doctor for follow-up |
| Booking | Appointment-based; limited daily slots |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00), Sat 10:00–16:00, closed Sun and public holidays |
Overview
What makes a skin clinic "boutique" in Gangnam?
Gangnam has two clinic models. Large chains run several floors, dozens of treatment beds and a steady flow of walk-in customers; the doctor may appear only for the injection or laser pass. A boutique clinic is smaller by design: a few consultation and treatment rooms, limited bookings per day, and a doctor who owns the practice and stays with the patient from the first examination to the last review. The trade-off is fewer same-day slots, so visitors are encouraged to book ahead.
For international patients the boutique model solves a practical problem: when you return for a review or a second session, you see the same dermatologist who remembers your skin, your plan and your flight date. It also makes it easier to combine medical dermatology with aesthetic work, because one doctor holds the whole picture.
How Oaro runs as a boutique clinic
Oaro Dermatology Clinic on Dosan-daero, Apgujeong, is co-directed by Dr. Chang-hyun Kim and Dr. Ji-ho Park, both board-certified dermatologists, and is the Cheongdam branch of the Oaro customised-dermatology network. The clinic's method is called customising dermatology: a 1:1 skin diagnosis, a tailored plan, treatment, written aftercare, a care notebook and ongoing care. Its signature programmes, Oaro Custom Lifting, Custom Brightening, Personal Conditioning and Body Conditioning, are built from installed devices such as Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Potenza, Agnes RF, the Helios Pico 785 and the Lumenis M22, combined differently for each patient under the clinic's Reverse Aging concept. Read about the doctors on the about page and reserve a slot through the contact page.
Why international patients choose Oaro
- Board-certified dermatologists, verified under the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare
- Genuine Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Helios Pico, Rejuran and Juvelook
- Private 1:1 rooms, itemised quotes and receipts in English
- Cheongdam Tower, 8 minutes from Apgujeong Rodeo Station
- Follow-up by message after you fly home
What we help with
Common goals for choosing a boutique skin clinic in Seoul
Continuity with one doctor
Seeing the same dermatologist for diagnosis, treatment and review rather than whoever is free.
A plan rather than a package
Treatments chosen for your skin and schedule, not a fixed bundle sold at the front desk.
A calm, discreet setting
A quieter waiting area and private rooms, which many visitors prefer to crowded chain lobbies.
Signature programmes with substance
Custom lifting or brightening built from several devices and boosters, sequenced by the doctor.
Planning your visit
What to expect
1. Booking from abroad
Because daily slots are limited, contact us two to four weeks before travel with your dates, concern and photos. We propose a consultation day and, if you already know the programme you want, an outline schedule.
2. On the day
Reception confirms your details, the dermatologist examines and analyses your skin, explains a tailored plan with an itemised quote, and treatment often begins the same session.
3. Planning around your Seoul trip
Custom Lifting or Brightening programmes are usually spread over two or three visits; we map these onto your itinerary and keep the last visit at least two days before your flight. Follow-up continues by message afterwards.
Pricing & payment
Boutique skin clinic cost in Gangnam, Seoul
Boutique clinics quote per item and per programme rather than as a discounted bundle. Consultation fees are stated separately.
| Option | Typical range (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Dermatologist consultation | 30,000–60,000 |
| Oaro Custom Brightening programme (per visit) | 300,000–800,000 |
| Oaro Custom Lifting programme (per visit) | 800,000–4,000,000 depending on devices |
| Personal Conditioning booster session | 250,000–600,000 |
You receive an itemised quote before and an itemised receipt after treatment; cards are accepted. Medical services are not eligible for the tourist tax refund. Exact pricing is confirmed at consultation after examination.
After your visit
Aftercare
- Your care notebook lists each step of the programme and the date of the next one.
- Use the sunscreen routine in your sheet daily; Seoul's UV is strong for most of the year.
- Avoid saunas, hot yoga and alcohol for the period noted after lifting or boosters.
- Keep 24 to 72 hours between your last session and a long flight, as advised by the doctor.
- Send photos by message at the intervals written in your notebook so the doctor can adjust.
Your dermatologist
Dr. Chang-hyun Kim, M.D.
Board-certified dermatologist and Representative Director of Oaro Dermatology Clinic, Cheongdam. Ulthera Certified Treatment Provider, Thermage FLX Master Certified, Korean Filler Society member.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is a boutique clinic more expensive than a chain?
Not necessarily. Per-item prices are similar; chains discount bundles, while boutique clinics avoid selling treatments you do not need.
Will I see the same doctor at every visit?
Yes. Your treating dermatologist is one of the two co-directors and remains your doctor for follow-up.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
Occasionally, but slots are limited; booking ahead is strongly recommended for visitors.
What is the Reverse Aging concept?
It is the clinic's approach of treating ageing changes that have already occurred, not only preventing future ones, using combined devices and boosters.
Is Oaro part of a larger group?
Yes, the Oaro customised-dermatology network has clinics in Cheongdam, Nowon and Gangdong, each led by dermatologists.
Start here
Popular with international patients
- Laser Skin Clinic — devices used in Oaro Custom Lifting
- Skin Boosters — the core of Personal Conditioning
- Facial Fillers — volume planning within a customised programme
- Medical Dermatology — medical care from the same doctors
- Ultherapy — a cornerstone of Custom Lifting
- Skin Brightening — the aim of the Custom Brightening programme
Visiting Seoul?
Plan your skin consultation before you land
Send us your dates and concerns. We will reserve a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist in Apgujeong, confirm what can be done safely before your flight home, and prepare an itemised quote in English.