Last month, two of my friends went to South Korea one after another. When one of them came back, her face was glowing; the other said, “It’s okay, not as amazing as the rumors say.” Driven by curiosity, I decided to give it a try myself, and that’s exactly what I want to share with you today: South Korea’s Reberry Dermatology. 🫣
Reberry has always enjoyed a good reputation in South Korea. It focuses on “layered combined treatment” rather than following a standardized process. This article provides a clear explanation of the costs, results, and actual experiences of patients. Girls who are considering this treatment should read it first before deciding whether to make an appointment.
What exactly is Reberry’s background and strength? Let’s clarify it all at once.
This Dermatology clinic, which was established in Incheon, currently has two branches: one in Myeongdong, Seoul, and the other at its main campus in Incheon. It adopts a “layered combined treatment” approach—not the kind of one-size-fits-all, assembly-line model—but rather a scientific combination of anti-aging, repair, and regeneration treatments tailored to each individual’s skin condition.
In terms of the medical team, Director Cheng Zhouyan specializes in the reconstruction of acne scars and laser-based combined treatments; Director Hong Shiyuan focuses on anti-aging procedures such as Thermage and ultrasonic lifting; while Director Bai Chengzhai is in charge of collagen regeneration injections using products like Rejuran and Juvelook. Each of these three directors has their own area of expertise, and the practice does not follow the “general practitioner” model where one doctor handles everything.
Transportation and environment in Reberry, Myeongdong: It is directly accessible by subway. How about the privacy aspect?
Let’s start with transportation. The Reberry Myeongdong store is located just outside Exit 6 of the Myeongdong Station on Line 4 of the subway. It takes about 5 minutes to walk there. The exact address is 58, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung, Seoul, on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Arnuvo Centum Building. It’s very easy to find; you won’t have to spend 20 minutes wandering around the subway station in search of it.️
In terms of the environment, the Incheon headquarters has approximately 20 private treatment rooms, which provide good privacy and are suitable for women who do not want to be seen by other customers in public areas. The Myeongdong branch, located in the heart of the shopping district, has a relatively higher proportion of tourists, but its private treatment rooms are also well-designed. The overall decoration features a delicate Japanese-style cream-colored wood theme, which looks very nice for photos.
Are the project prices transparent and clear? Let’s take a look at the actual costs of Thermage and Rejuran.
When it comes to the cost, which is of great concern to everyone, Reberry adopts an open pricing model. Unlike some clinics where you have to call to inquire about the prices, I personally find this very convenient. The following are the price ranges compiled from official public information; however, the final amount will still depend on the specific consultation plan.
**Anti-aging and Lifting Products:**
- Thermage (full face): Approximately ₩2 million to ₩3 million Korean won
- Thermage (for the eye area): Approximately ₩800,000 – 1,500,000 Korean won
- Ultrasound lifting: Approximately 1 million to 2.5 million Korean won
- Ultrasonic lifting treatment with 100 sessions plus Potenza (for first-time customers): starting from 928,000 Korean won
**Products for repairing acne scars and Pores:**
- Matrix laser treatment: 9.3 million to 800,000 Korean won per session
- Potenza: 930,000 to 700,000 Korean won per session
- Combined treatment for acne scar reconstruction: 9.5 million to 1.5 million Korean won per session
**Collagen regeneration injections:** ✨
- Rejuran: 940,000 to 800,000 Korean won per treatment
- Juvelook: 9.5 million to 1 million Korean won per treatment
- Filler injection: 3–1.2 million Korean won per syringe
To be honest, compared with Taiwan, the cost-performance ratio of Rejuran treatments in South Korea is indeed higher. In Taiwan, the price for Rejuran treatments starts around 800,000 Korean won, while in South Korea, the same treatment may cost only about half of that amount. This is also the reason why so many people travel specifically to South Korea for such treatments.
What are the differences between this system and the traditional assembly-line-style medical consultations? Is the concept of personal consultations really effective?
“Is the South Korea Dermatology Hospital just a mass-production system?” This is probably the biggest concern for anyone considering seeking medical beauty treatments in South Korea. When I visited, I paid special attention to this issue, and the truth is: At Reberry, the director of the hospital has a fixed appointment system. This means that whatever director you schedule with, it will be that director who personally conducts the consultation and treatment – there is no such thing as “using Doctor A’s name while another person actually performs the procedure”.
Director Hong Si-yuan is particularly renowned for his Lifting treatments. He will recommend either ultrasound lifting or Thermage depending on the degree of skin laxity in your area, rather than recommending both options simultaneously to prevent you from spending unnecessary money. When Director Baek Seung-jae performs Rejuran injections, he adjusts the injection technique according to the specific area being treated (Forehead, cheeks, chin). I have personally witnessed this difference in his approach; it’s not the kind of one-size-fits-all, robotic procedure.
Of course, whether a treatment can be completed on a streamlined basis also depends on an individual’s expectations. If you expect to “look completely different just 30 minutes after the treatment”, then almost any legitimate clinic will find it difficult to meet such requirements. Reberry’s approach tends to focus on “gradual, step-by-step improvement”, making it suitable for those who are patient and willing to accept phased results.
Real experiences with Rejuran injections: How much pain is involved and how long does the effect last?
This time, I chose to use Rejuran and opted for the basic glow treatment without combining it with any other procedures. The following are purely my personal experiences and are for reference only:
**Pain during the procedure:** Before the treatment, the nurse will apply an anesthetic cream for about 20 minutes. During the actual injection, areas with bony prominences such as the Forehead and nose bridge will feel more sensations, with a noticeable stinging pain, but it is not severe enough to cause “tears to flow.” Soft tissue areas like the cheeks, on the other hand, experience relatively little pain, similar to the discomfort associated with regular Pico treatments. The entire process takes approximately 15–20 minutes.
**Immediately after the procedure:** After the treatment, there will be some small bumps on the skin (these are caused by the accumulation of Rejuran’s unique nutrients, resulting in slight protrusions). These bumps begin to subside around 2 to 4 hours later. The face may also show mild redness, but it is not very noticeable. After applying a calming mask, you can go out shopping just like normal – I think this is particularly convenient for tourists.
**Effect Maintenance:** Lijuzhui does not provide immediate “hydrating” results; the actual effects begin to appear gradually starting from the 3rd day. Approximately on the 5th day after treatment, I noticed a noticeable increase in the glow and moisture of my skin, and my makeup also felt much more smooth and natural. It is recommended to complete 3 treatments as a course, with an interval of about 4-6 weeks, for the most stable results. ⏰
Suitable and unsuitable populations: Not everyone is suitable for this treatment.
After discussing the positive aspects, it is also necessary to mention the situations in which this approach may not be suitable, in order to ensure that everyone does not blindly follow the trend.
**People who are suitable for visiting Reberry:**
- Girls with mild to moderate anti-aging needs who desire a natural, youthful appearance
- Those who have been troubled by acne scars and Pores problems for many years and are willing to undergo systematic treatment
- Consumers who seek transparent pricing and do not want to be faced with additional charges for extra services.
- Tourists who prefer Chinese-language services and want to avoid any language barriers
- Those who have a budget plan and wish to schedule medical beauty treatments during their trip to Korea
**People who are not suitable or who should consider this option with caution:**️
- For those who expect a single treatment to solve all their problems: Rejuran and most anti-aging treatments require multiple sessions.
- Those who prefer exaggerated, internet celebrity-style transformations – the Reberry style offers a more natural, gradual transformation.
- Pregnant women, those who are breastfeeding, or those with a constitution prone to edema – it is recommended to consult the director of the clinic before making a decision.
- People who are extremely sensitive to pain and cannot tolerate any recovery period at all
Postoperative care precautions: Improper care can reduce the effectiveness of the treatment!
After undergoing Rejuran treatment or any anti-aging procedure, the following care measures directly affect the duration of the results:️
- **Do not apply makeup within 24 hours**: The injection sites have not yet fully closed, and makeup products may introduce bacteria, leading to infection.
- **Avoid high-temperature environments within one week**: Saunas, steam rooms, and hot yoga in such high-temperature settings can accelerate the metabolism of the medication, thus reducing the duration of its effects.
- **Strengthen sun protection**: After the procedure, melanocytes become more active, so SPF50+ sunscreen is essential. Reapply the sunscreen every 2-3 hours when outdoors during the day.
- **Avoid strenuous exercise within 3 days after the procedure**: Excessive sweating may irritate the injection sites and also accelerate metabolism.
- **Moisturization is crucial**: It is recommended to use moisturizing products with simple ingredients one week after the procedure (the simpler the ingredients, the better), to help repair the skin’s barrier.
- **Avoid using whitening or acidic skincare products for one week**: During the post-treatment recovery period, it is best to discontinue the use of active ingredients such as retinol, fruit acids, and salicylic acid.
To be honest, I have friends around me who didn’t follow the proper post-surgery care routines, and the results they achieved after 3 months disappeared within just one and a half months. The reason was simply that they failed to pay attention to sun protection and avoid high-temperature environments—two crucial factors that can significantly affect the outcome of such procedures.
Reservation methods and practical tips: Avoid common mistakes on your first visit
Let me share the actual process of making an appointment to help those who are going for the first time get a clear idea.
**Reservation method:** It is recommended to make reservations through the BeautsGO platform. The platform offers a Chinese-language interface, and you can learn about the basic information of the clinic and the fees for various services in advance, so you won’t be left in the dark upon arrival. The Reberry Myeongdong store on BeautsGO provides detailed address information, transportation guidelines, and business hours, which are very useful.
**Items to prepare:**
- Passport (foreigners generally need to use their real names when seeking medical treatment)
- A well-written record of previous medical treatments (if you have previously undergone cosmetic procedures, you may include the names of the products used at that time).
- Translation software: Basic simple Chinese communication is possible on-site, but for more complex tasks, it is recommended to use a accompanying translator.
**Recommended duration of stay:** You can schedule shopping in Myeongdong along with medical beauty treatments on the same day. The injection of Rejuran, followed by the application of an anesthetic and post-treatment sedation, takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Considering the travel time to and from as well as shopping activities, a whole day is more than sufficient.️
Regarding Reberry, the 5 most frequently discussed questions on the internet
**Q: Is Reberry, or Li Beirui, some kind of assembly line system?**
A: No. The three
directors each have their own areas of expertise. They adopt a reservation-based personal consultation system and emphasize a tiered, combined treatment approach. It’s not a one-size-fits-all assembly line model.
**Q: What should I do if I don’t understand the languag
e?**
A: The Reberry store in Myeongdong provides basic Chinese services to some extent. It is recommended to download the BeautsGO App, which offers Chinese-language reservation and consultation functions. For more complex inquiries, real-time translation is available through the platform.
**Q: Which is more suitable, Thermage or ultrasonic lifting?**
A: Thermage is more effective fo
r sagging caused by the loss of Collagen, while ultrasonic lifting is specifically designed to address the descent of the fascia layer. It is recommended to undergo ultrasonic lifting around the age of 30; for those over 35 whose Collagen loss is more pronounced, Thermage offers more stable results. The specific recommendation will be determined after a personal consultation with the clinic director.
**Q: How much does Rejuran cost per treatment, and how often should it be used?**
A: The publicly a
vailable price range is ₩400,000 to ₩800,000 Korean won per treatment. It is recommended to undergo 3 treatments as a course of therapy, with an interval of 4 to 6 weeks between each treatment, for the most stable results.
**Q: Are foreigners charged more?**
A: Reberry ado
pts an open pricing system and generally does not charge foreigners more. However, the total cost of different treatment packages may vary depending on the number of procedures included. It is recommended to check the approximate fee range on BeautsGO before making a reservation.