Korea Botox price is usually set per treatment zone, with listed fees starting from ₩9,900 before VAT. A single zone, such as the frown area, the forehead or the crow's feet, covers the units a doctor needs for that muscle group, while the jaw and shoulders are quoted as larger zones of their own. Some menus price per unit instead, which suits people who want a light dose. The table on this page gathers current listed fees from 10 clinics, and 10% VAT is added at payment on top of each one. Brand, units and what the fee includes explain most of the gap between two quotes.
Prices
Botox cost in Korea
Prices below come from the listed clinics' own price lists, before VAT. 10% VAT is added at payment.
Botox · 50 units
Range across 3 listed clinics · approx. $21–$436₩29,000–₩600,000 + VATCompare clinicsBotox · 100 units
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $57₩79,000 + VATCompare clinicsWrinkle Botox 1 Area (Domestic)
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $7₩9,900 + VATCompare clinicsBotox
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $7–$73From ₩10,000–₩100,000 + VATCompare clinicsWrinkle Botox (1 area: forehead / glabella / crow's feet / mouth corners / chin dimpling / bunny lines) — Korean
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $22₩30,000 + VATCompare clinicsWrinkle Treatment, 1 Area – Korean Brand
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $24₩33,000 + VATCompare clinicsWrinkle Botox 1 Area (Nabota)
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $28₩39,000 + VATCompare clinicsSquare Jaw Botox — Korean
Price at 1 listed clinic · approx. $29₩40,000 + VATCompare clinicsPrice factors
What changes the price
- Toxin brand: the Botox price in Korea depends first on the product, and imported originals such as onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) and incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin) usually sit on a higher menu line than Korean-made toxins such as Nabota or Coretox.
- Units per zone: for Botox in Korea, price is only comparable once you know how many units a fee buys, so ask for the count on every line of the quote.
- Zone size: the frown area takes fewer units than the masseter or the trapezius, which is why jaw and shoulder lines are listed separately.
- Both sides of the face: paired areas are dosed for balance, and a 2013 commentary by Chuang in the Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery discussed toxin given on both sides of the face in post-paralytic synkinesis, a reminder that plans are built around symmetry.
- Who injects: fees can differ when a specific doctor is requested rather than whoever is on the schedule that day.
- Touch-up terms: some fees include a review and small top-up around day 14, others charge for it separately.
- Extras: numbing cream, a soothing mask or a combined skin treatment may be listed as add-ons.
- VAT: menu prices are shown before VAT, and 10% VAT is added at payment.
Compare
How the options compare
| Option | Area covered | Who it suits | What to ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single expression zone | Frown area, forehead or crow's feet | First-timers testing the effect | How many units, and is a day-14 check included? |
| Upper-face set | Two or three expression zones together | People treating several lines at once | Is each zone dosed and listed on its own line? |
| Jaw slimming | Masseter on both sides | Square lower face or clenching | Units per side, and how often repeats are advised |
| Shoulder line | Trapezius on both sides | Bulky or tense upper shoulders | Total units, and can it be staged over two visits? |
| Per-unit menu | Any area at a chosen dose | Light touch-ups or small adjustments | What is the minimum number of units billed? |
Evidence
Research behind this page
- Commentary to ‘Botulinum toxin injection of both sides of the face to treat post-paralytic facial synkinesis’Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery · 2013 · doi:10.1016/j.bjps.2013.04.055
An invited commentary on a study of botulinum toxin injected on both sides of the face, rather than one side only, to treat synkinesis after facial paralysis.
FAQ
Questions about Botox in Korea
Is VAT included in the fees shown on clinic menus?
No, menu fees in Korean clinics are normally listed before VAT. A 10% VAT is added when you pay, so the amount on the receipt is higher than the menu line. When you compare the cost of Botox in Korea across clinics, apply the same VAT step to each quote so the comparison stays fair, and check that any add-ons are counted the same way.
What does one treatment zone usually cover?
One zone covers the units needed to relax a single muscle group, such as the frown area between the brows. The forehead and crow's feet are usually separate zones, and the jaw or shoulders count as larger zones dosed on both sides. Ask the clinic to write which muscles a zone includes, since one menu may bundle the brow and forehead while another lists them apart.
Why do two clinics quote different fees for the same zone?
Differences usually come from the toxin brand, the number of units and what the fee includes. One quote may use an imported original with a review visit included, while another uses a Korean-made toxin and charges a touch-up separately. South Korea Botox cost also varies with the injecting doctor. Once brand, units and terms are written down, most gaps are easy to explain.
How do I compare toxin quotes from several clinics fairly?
Line up the brand, units per zone and inclusions before looking at the fee itself. A lower figure that buys fewer units, or leaves out the review visit, is a different treatment, not a saving. For Botox in Seoul, price comparisons are practical in a single day because many clinics are close together, and the price table on this page gives a starting point before you request written plans.
Do clinics charge again for a touch-up?
It depends on the clinic, so ask before treatment rather than at the review. Some fees include a check around day 14 and a small top-up if one side still moves more than the other. Others charge per unit for any addition. Get the touch-up terms in writing, especially if you will be in the country for only a short stay.
How do visitors usually pay at clinics?
Most clinics that see international visitors accept major credit cards, and some also take cash or local payment apps. Payment is normally made on the day of treatment, after the plan is confirmed. Keep the itemized receipt, since it shows the brand, the zones treated and the VAT line, which is useful if you return for a repeat session or need a record at home.
How often will I pay for repeat sessions?
Most people repeat expression-line treatment every three to four months, because that is roughly how long the effect lasts. Jaw slimming is often repeated at longer intervals once the muscle has reduced, and the doctor may lower the dose over time. Planning the yearly Korea Botox cost around your realistic visit schedule gives a clearer budget than looking at a single session.