To be honest, every time someone mentions “getting cosmetic treatments in Cheongdam-dong”, the first reaction is usually: “It must be really expensive, right? Only South Korea’s wealthy elite can afford it, right?” I used to think the same. It wasn’t until I visited Saewon Cellon Dermatology last month and inquired about the prices of treatments such as Phoenix radiofrequency, HIFU, hyaluronic acid injections, Pico laser treatments, and even their flagship stem cell regeneration therapy that I realized how high the cost-effectiveness of these premium treatments in Cheongdam-dong actually is.
This article is completely transparent – it clearly lists the actual prices of various services at Saewon Cellon Dermatology in 2026, the target customer groups for each service, and how to get the best deal. Sisters who are considering going to South Korea for cosmetic procedures, please save this information for later reference.
What is the background of Cellon Dermatology in Cheongdam-dong? It is a regenerative medicine institution certified by the South Korean government.
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Seiwon Cellon Dermatology (Korean: 셀온피부과의원) is located in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It is not one of those chain clinics established solely to serve tourists in tourist areas. What makes it truly special is that it is officially recognized by South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare as an “Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution,” and it also boasts the first stem cell research laboratory in the field of Dermatology in South Korea.
What does this mean? It means that what you are receiving here is not just ordinary cosmetic treatments, but “cellular anti-aging” therapies that are backed by the government and supported by laboratories. The director of the clinic, Dr. Seung-hoon Kang, has over 15 years of clinical experience in the field of Dermatology and is an active member of the South Korea Dermatology Society. He has also been interviewed by major media outlets such as SBS and MBC on numerous occasions.
The environment and in-person consultation experience at Saivin Cellon Dermatology
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The first impression upon entering the clinic is that it is clean, quiet, and not crowded at all. There is no hustle and bustle typical of tourist clinics. In the waiting area, there are only two or three groups of patients, most of whom are local South Koreans. The reception desk is staffed with personnel who can provide Chinese translations to assist in communication, so there is no need to worry about language barriers.
During the in-person consultation, the director doesn’t follow the approach of “just taking a look and issuing a treatment plan right away.” Instead, he first uses various instruments to assess the condition of your skin—such as the thickness of the stratum corneum, the moisture content, and the distribution of pigmentation—and then recommends a suitable treatment plan based on the data obtained. This “diagnosis before treatment” process is considered standard in high-end clinics in Cheongdam-dong, but in practice, it truly makes a difference. You really get the sense that your skin is being taken seriously.
Prices and effects of Thermage FLX from Cellon Phoenix Radiotherapy
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Phoenix Radio Wave (referred to as “Phoenix Radio Wave” in Taiwan and Thermage FLX in South Korea) is Thermage Cellon’s most popular tightening and lifting treatment. The price for this treatment at the high-end clinics in Cheongdam District ranges approximately from ₩1.5 million to ₩2.5 million South Korean won (equivalent to approximately $35,000 to $58,000 in Taiwanese dollars), depending on the area being treated and the number of sessions required.
600 hairs for the entire face is the basic requirement for beginners. If you are concerned about excess fat around the mouth, Nasolabial Fold Correction, or a blurred jawline, 600 hairs is the minimum amount needed. For more noticeable results, a combination of 800 or even 1,200 hairs for the face and neck can provide effects that last for 12 to 18 months. Saewon Cellon uses officially certified original probes – this is a basic requirement in Cheongdam District, but many clinics still use counterfeit products. You don’t have to worry about this at Saewon Cellon.
In Taiwan, the cost of a full-face treatment using the Phoenix Radio wave technology is approximately NT$80,000 to $120,000. In South Korea, the price is only half of that or even lower. Even if you include the cost of airfare and accommodation and undergo more than two cosmetic procedures, it will still be worth it. Moreover, the Cellon device used by Saewon uses the original Phoenix Radio wave FLX model (with a Total Tip 4.0 probe), which ensures more even energy distribution and significantly less discomfort compared to the previous generation.
Reference price for Fenghuang Radio Thermage FLX:
- Full face treatment: ₩15 million to 1.8 million Korean won (approximately NT$35,000 to $42,000)
- Full-face treatment: ₩20 million to ₩25 million Korean won (approximately NT$47,000 to NT$58,000)
- Eye treatments: 450 sessions, priced from ⩺8 million to ⩺1.2 million Korean won (approximately NT$19,000 to NT$28,000)
- Full face + neck treatment: 1,200 sessions at a cost of ₩2.5 million to ₩3 million Korean won (approximately NT$58,000 to NT$70,000).
- Body parts (abdomen/arms): Starting from 9.15 million to 2.5 million Korean won
Prices and Suitable Groups for Saigen Cellon HIFU (Ultherapy Prime)
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If you are afraid of pain or have a limited budget, HIFU is a more affordable option compared to Phoenix Radio Wave therapy. Its mechanism involves using focused ultrasonic waves to penetrate the SMAS fascia layer and cause heating and tightening. This approach differs from Phoenix Radio Wave therapy, which relies on “radiofrequency heating” – while Phoenix Radio Wave focuses on overall skin tightening, HIFU targets deeper layers for more effective lifting effects.
Sae-won Cellon uses the latest model of Ultherapy Prime, which allows for more precise linear treatment. The price ranges from ₩800,000 to ₩1,500,000 Korean won (approximately $19,000 to $35,000), which is roughly half the cost of Fenghuang Radio Wave therapy. Additionally, the recovery time after HIFU is extremely short, allowing patients to go shopping immediately after the treatment – making it perfect for those who have a limited time for a “quick trip to Seoul”.
If your problem is “floppy facial skin and indistinct contours” rather than “loose skin and numerous fine lines”, then HIFU offers a better cost-performance ratio than Phoenix Radio Wave therapy, and the results are also more noticeable. However, if your concerns are fine lines, enlarged Pores, or lack of skin firmness, it is recommended to opt for Phoenix Radio Wave therapy – the effects are completely different in this case. During the consultation, the clinic director will help you determine the right treatment option; there’s no need to guess on your own.
Reference price for Ultherapy Prime HIFU:
- Lower facial lifting (300-400 treatments): ₩800,000-1,000,000 Korean won (approximately NT$19,000-$23,000)
- Full-face lifting (500-600 treatments): ₩12 million to 15 million Korean won (approximately NT$28,000 to $35,000)
- Full face + neck (700-800 treatments): ₩15 million to 2 million Korean won (approximately NT$35,000 to $47,000)
The prices of Saiven Cellon glow injections/Rejuran are fully disclosed.
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Hydrofiller injections are considered the “national treatment” in South Korea’s medical aesthetics industry; nearly every South Korean woman gets this treatment every 2-3 months. The principle behind it is quite simple: microneedles are used to directly inject ingredients such as Filler, vitamins, and peptides into the dermis, allowing the skin to glow from within.
The Hydrating Needle treatments offered by Cellon are available in several tiers: the basic hydrating option (Filler + vitamins) starts from 915,000 won, Rejuran Hydrating Needle treatment costs 350,000 won, while the top-tier Rejuran + Asce+ Exosomes combined treatment ranges from 500,000 to 700,000 won. The advantage of Rejuran lies in its PN component (polynucleotides), which stimulates the regeneration of Collagen; it goes beyond mere hydration. Approximately 3 to 5 days after the treatment, patients will begin to notice their skin becoming brighter and more firm.
In South Korea, the cost of a Rejuran treatment is approximately NT$12,000 to NT$18,000, while the Cellon treatment starts from 350,000 won (about NT$8,200), which is nearly a 30% discount. Moreover, since Rejuran is produced in South Korea, the freshness of the ingredients and the price are both more advantageous. If this is your first time undergoing glow treatments, it is recommended that you start with basic glow treatments first, and then gradually add Rejuran or Asce+ Exosomes for more noticeable results.
Reference prices for hyaluronic acid injections and similar treatments:
- Basic glow treatment (Filler + vitamins): 915,000 – 200,000 Korean won (approximately NT$3,500 – $4,700) per session
- Rejuran Healer: 350,000 to 450,000 Korean won per treatment (approximately NT$8,200 to $10,600)
- Rejuran + Asce+ Exosomes Premium Glow Treatment: 950,000 – 700,000 Korean won (approximately NT$11,700 – $16,400) per session
- Korean Botulinum Toxin Treatments (for face slimming/frown reduction, single area): 80,000 to 150,000 Korean won (approximately NT$1,900 to $3,500)
- Filler injections with Juvederm: 300,000 to 600,000 Korean won (approximately NT$7,000 to $14,000) per injection.
- Mirajet Forte needle-free glow injection: 920,000 to 350,000 Korean won (approximately NT$4,700 to $8,200) per session
Reference prices for Celon Pico lasers and other laser-related services
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Cellon’s range of laser devices is very comprehensive: Pico Laser, CO2 fractional laser, IPL intense pulsed glow, and Dual Toning dual-frequency laser – basically, any laser treatment you might need for skin management can be found here.
In South Korea, the cost of Pico laser treatments at Saeyeon Cellon ranges from ₩150,000 to ₩300,000, which is significantly cheaper than the approximate ₳8,000 to ₳12,000 per treatment in Taiwan. If you are troubled by acne scars or pigmentation issues, going to South Korea for Pico laser treatments is truly a great deal. CO2 lasers are suitable for treating deep acne scars, indentations, and enlarged Pores, and their cost ranges from ₩100,000 to ₩200,000. IPL strong pulsed glow treatments, on the other hand, are effective for addressing spots, uneven skin tone, and redness, and can be performed for as little as ₩50,000 to ₩100,000.
Reference prices for laser treatments:
- Pico honeycomb laser treatment for the entire face: ₩150,000 – 300,000 Korean won (approximately NT$3,500 – $7,000) per session
- CO2 fractional laser treatment for specific areas: ₩100,000 to 200,000 Korean won (approximately NT$2,300 to $4,700) per session.
- IPL Intense Pulsed Light for the entire face: 950,000 to 100,000 Korean won per session (approximately NT$1,200 to $2,300)
- Dual Toning Dual-frequency Laser (Lucas): 980,000 to 150,000 Korean won per treatment (approximately NT$1,900 to $3,500)
- Mixto microneedle radiofrequency laser treatment: 920,000 to 400,000 Korean won (approximately NT$4,700 to $9,400) per session.
- Shrink Skin Tightening Laser Treatment: ¥915,000 – ¥250,000 per session (approximately NT$3,500 – $5,800)
Cost of the high-end treatment using Cellon stem cells/Asce+ Exosomes at Saigen
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This is precisely what sets Saewon Cellon apart from other Dermatology clinics. They possess their own stem cell research laboratory (the first of its kind in South Korea!), which enables them to conduct autologous stem cell cultivation and reinfusion procedures. Such advanced treatments are beyond the capabilities of ordinary aesthetic clinics—they require a clean laboratory certified to ISO 7 standards, as well as government-approved licenses for the production of sophisticated biological agents.
Asce+ Exosomes therapy is currently the hottest topic in South Korea’s medical aesthetics industry. It utilizes Asce+ Exosomes—nanoscale vesicles secreted by stem cells and containing growth factors, mRNA, and proteins—to promote the repair and regeneration of skin cells. In simple terms, it’s like applying “the communication code between cells” directly to the skin, allowing aging cells to be revitalized. This is not just hype; it is a regenerative medicine technology that is actually supported by clinical data.
The price is certainly not cheap: a single session of Asce+ Exosomes treatment costs approximately 800,000 to 1.5 million Korean won (equivalent to around $19,000 to $35,000), while autologous stem cell culture and reinfusion is an even more expensive treatment, ranging from 2 million to 5 million Korean won. However, when compared with similar anti-aging treatments in Switzerland and Japan, which often cost hundreds of thousands of Taiwan dollars, the price of Saeyoon Cellon is actually quite competitive. Moreover, it has received official certification from the South Korea government, providing an additional layer of assurance.
Reference prices for regenerative medicine/high-end treatments:
- Introduction of Asce+ Exosomes: 9.8 million to 1.5 million Korean won per treatment (approximately NT$19,000 to $35,000)
- Introduction of stem cell culture medium: 9.15 million to 3 million Korean won (approximately NT$35,000 to $70,000) per session
- Autologous fat stem cell therapy: Starting from 92 million to 500 million Korean won (approximately NT$47,000 to $117,000).
- MCT Cell Regeneration Treatment: 9.5 million to 10 million Korean won per session (approximately NT$11,700 to $23,400)
- Hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy (IBEX): 910,000 to 200,000 Korean won (approximately NT$2,300 to $4,700) per session
Saiwen Cellon Complete Project Cost Overview (2026)
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For your convenience in making comparisons, I have compiled the price ranges for all these services in the table below. Please note that these are merely reference prices at Cheongdam Cellon Dermatology; the actual fees may vary depending on your skin condition, the area to be treated, and whether a combination of treatments is required. The final quote will be determined based on the recommendations made by the director after a face-to-face consultation – but the prices listed here are generally quite accurate.
| Project Classification | Project Name | Korean won price (₩) | Around NTD |
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| Lifting for firmness | Fenghuang Radio: 600 hairs applied all over the face | 1.5 million to 1.8 million | $35,000 to $42,000 |
| Phoenix Radio: 900 hairs applied all over the face | 2 million to 2.5 million | $47,000 to $58,000 | |
| HIFU for the entire face | 1.2 million to 1.5 million | $28,000 to $35,000 | |
| Hydrofiller injections | Basic glow injection | 150,000 to 200,000 | $3,500 to $4,700 |
| Rejuran Glow Water Essence | 350,000 to 450,000 | $8,200 to $10,600 | |
| Rejuran + Asce+ Exosomes: The Ultimate Glow Hydrating Solution | 500,000 to 700,000 | $11,700 to $16,400 | |
| Micro-injection cosmetic procedures | Korean Botulinum Toxin Treatment (for a single area) | 80,000 to 150,000 | $1,900 to $3,500 |
| Filler injection (single dose) | 300,000 to 600,000 | $7,000 to $14,000 | |
| Laser optoelectronics | Pico honeycomb laser for the entire face | 150,000 to 300,000 | $3,500 to $7,000 |
| CO2 fractional laser treatment for localized areas | 100,000 to 200,000 | $2,300 to $4,700 | |
| IPL Intense Pulsed Light for the entire face | 50,000 to 100,000 | $1,200 to $2,300 | |
| Regenerative Medicine | Introduction of Asce+ Exosomes | 800,000 to 1.5 million | $19,000 to $35,000 |
| Introduction of stem cell culture medium | 1.5 million to 3 million | $35,000 to $70,000 |
Practical tip: The prices listed above are for individual treatments. Saivin Cellon usually recommends “package deals,” such as the combination of Phoenix Radio Wave and Rejuran Hydrating Treatment, which can save 10-15% compared to treating them separately. Be sure to ask the clinic director about any package discounts during your consultation. Additionally, if you undergo multiple treatments at once, you only need one anesthesia session, which saves both time and effort.
Suitable/unsuitable populations for Cellon Dermatology
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Not everyone is suitable for undergoing treatments at Saigen Cellon. Here is my honest analysis—I have no financial interests associated with this clinic; this is simply my genuine opinion based on my own experience:
This clinic is perfect for you if:
- You place more emphasis on the “quality” of medical aesthetics treatments than on “the lowest price”—you’re willing to spend a bit more to get better equipment and more professional consultations.
- If you are interested in high-end anti-aging treatments such as Phoenix Radio Waves, HIFU, or Asce+ Exosomes, you certainly care whether the equipment used is genuine and original.
- You are interested in stem cells and regenerative medicine and would like to experience South Korea’s cutting-edge Dermatology technologies.
- You don’t prefer the standard, assembly-line-style tourist clinics; instead, you seek personalized treatment plans tailored specifically for you.
- If you have complex issues such as acne scars, skin aging, or uneven skin tone, it’s essential to consult a professional doctor who can tailor a customized treatment plan for you.
- You care about the hygiene standards and equipment levels of the clinic (not every clinic boasts an ISO 7 cleanroom).
It might not be suitable for you if:
- What you are seeking is the “lowest price in the entire market” – the rent and equipment costs in Cheongdam-dong make it impossible for it to be the cheapest option available.
- If your total budget is less than 300,000 Korean won, it is recommended that you look for entry-level clinics with higher CP values in areas such as Hongdae and Sinchon.
- If you only perform basic skincare routines (such as simple cleansing and basic skin rejuvenation), then Saivin Cellon’s strengths lie in its more advanced treatment programs; basic skincare treatments do not take advantage of its unique features.
- You need to schedule a consultation on Sunday or at night, as Saivin Cellon is closed on Sundays and public holidays, and it only operates until 4 p.m. on Saturdays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Seywen Cellon Dermatology accept appointments from foreigners? Is it necessary to know Korean?
A: It is possible to accept appointments from foreigners without knowing Korean. The clinic provides Chinese interpreters who will accompany patients throughout the entire process, ensuring that both the in-person consultation and the post-treatment instructions are provided in Chinese. The most convenient way to make an appointment is through the BeautsGO platform or by contacting Hannah972 on WeChat; our Chinese customer service staff will assist you in confirming the time and details of the treatment.
Q: How much more expensive are medical beauty treatments in Cheongdam-dong compared to other areas? Is the cost-performance ratio of Saewon Cellon really worth it?
A: Indeed, the costs of medical beauty treatments in Cheongdam are about 20-30% higher than those in tourist areas such as Hongdae and Myeongdong. However, this price difference reflects the use of genuine original equipment (not knockoff probes), direct consultations by the clinic director (rather than treatments performed by beauticians), and stricter hygiene standards (ISO 7-certified laboratories). If you only need basic treatments like hyaluronic acid injections, Hongdae would be sufficient. But for more advanced procedures such as Fenghuang radiofrequency or HIFU, the higher quality offered in Cheongdam is definitely worth the additional cost.
Q: Are the prices of Saigen Cellon including taxes? Can foreigners get a tax refund?
A: All prices already include South Korea’s local consumption tax. Currently, foreigners are not able to claim tax refunds for medical beauty treatments in South Korea (medical beauty services are not eligible for tax refunds), which is different from the situation when purchasing cosmetics. Please note this carefully. Nevertheless, even without the tax refund option, the prices are still much cheaper compared to similar services in Taiwan.
Q: Can I just walk in and have the procedure done right away when I arrive in South Korea? Or do I need to make an appointment in advance?
A: Absolutely do not show up without an appointment! Saivin Cellon is a clinic where the director personally meets with each patient. The number of appointments available each day is limited, especially on Saturdays, which only operate until 4 p.m. It is recommended to make an appointment at least 7 to 14 days in advance. During peak seasons such as winter and summer vacations, or during the cherry blossom or maple leaf festivals, it’s better to book a month in advance to ensure your place.
Q: Can I use a credit card? Do I need to pay in cash in Korean won?
A: Saewon Cellon accepts international credit cards (Visa/Mastercard/JCB) as well as cash in Korean won. Using a credit card is generally more convenient, and the exchange rates offered are also reasonable. Some clinics offer a small discount when payment is made in cash; you can ask about this during your consultation.
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