Wrinkle Botox prices at REPIC Clinic Gangnam
| Option | Listed price (VAT excluded) | With 10% VAT | Approx. US$ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrinkle Botox (Korean standard) | ₩20,000 | ₩22,000 | about US$15 |
| Wrinkle Botox (Coretox) | ₩40,000 | ₩44,000 | about US$29 |
| Wrinkle Botox (Xeomin) | ₩49,000 | ₩53,900 | about US$36 |
| Wrinkle Botox (Allergan) | ₩75,000 | ₩82,500 | about US$55 |
Treatment time: 10 min. Recovery: Minimal downtime. Prices copied from the clinic's official price list on 2026-10-03; if they differ, the official page applies.
What is Wrinkle Botox?
Wrinkle Botox is a quick injection that softens the lines that appear when facial expressions are made (dynamic wrinkles). It briefly turns down the 'volume' of the nerve signal reaching the expression muscles, so the forehead, frown, and eye-corner lines that habitually crease tend to crease less. The session takes about 10 minutes with almost no downtime, so patients can return to the day right away. It's a bit like easing off the pressure on a sheet of paper that keeps folding, so the crease doesn't deepen as much. REPIC first checks which muscle creates which line, then divides measured doses across each area — a diagnosis-based, tailored approach paired with transparency about the licensed product used and measured dosing.
Who it may be considered for
If you have the following concerns, Wrinkle Botox may be considered.
- Wrinkles on the forehead, glabella, or around the eyes become prominent when frowning, raising the brows, or making other expressions
- Wrinkles that are relatively faint at rest but form repeatedly with movement are a concern
- The aim is to manage repeated expression lines before they deepen
- Relatively simple management of expression lines without significant downtime is preferred
Wrinkles that have already set deeply and are visible even without expression may be difficult to improve sufficiently with botulinum toxin alone, and combining other procedures may be considered depending on the skin condition.
The medical team judges suitability and the treatment areas individually after assessing the wrinkles that appear with active movement, the muscle movement, and any left-right differences. Treatment may be restricted during pregnancy or breastfeeding, in the case of neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, or when there is active infection in the treatment area. Please inform the medical team before treatment if you have a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to botulinum toxin or anaesthetic ingredients, or are taking anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, or other medication that can affect bleeding.
What happens at the visit
1) Consultation & assessment: a few facial expressions are made so the doctor can map dynamic lines and decide which areas to treat together, the appropriate dose per area, and the toxin type (domestic Hightox, or imported Xeomin/Botox).
2) Cleansing & marking: the area is disinfected and muscle points are marked.
3) Injection: a fine needle delivers small, measured amounts into the treated areas. Wrinkle Botox is typically performed without separate anesthesia; a cooling step may be used to reduce sensation.
4) Finish: light pressure is applied to finish — the whole process takes about 10 minutes, and patients can return to normal activity right away.
Safety and aftercare
Treatment may be restricted during pregnancy or breastfeeding, in the case of neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, or when there is active infection in the treatment area. If you have experienced an allergic or hypersensitivity reaction to botulinum toxin or anaesthetic ingredients, or are taking anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, or other medication that can affect bleeding, please inform the medical team before treatment. Please also be sure to inform us if you are using medication that can affect neuromuscular transmission, such as aminoglycoside antibiotics.
Immediately after treatment, redness, swelling, stinging, or bruising may appear at the injection sites, and in most cases these gradually settle over time. Depending on the treatment area and dose, facial expression may temporarily feel unnatural or heavy, and the surrounding muscles may rarely be affected, resulting in asymmetry or drooping of the brow or eyelid. If such symptoms persist or cause discomfort, medical assessment is required.
Paying as an international patient
- Listed prices exclude 10% VAT, which is added at payment.
- International patients pay the same listed prices as Korean patients.
- Overseas credit cards, Alipay and WeChat Pay are accepted. Payment is in Korean won; US$ figures on this page are approximate (₩1,360 = US$1).
- You pay after the consultation. Whether treatment can go ahead the same day is decided by the doctor after diagnosis, depending on the treatment and your skin.
- English, Chinese and Japanese interpreters are on site; the doctors at REPIC Clinic Gangnam can also consult in English.
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Frequently asked questions
When do results show, and how long do they last?
They typically begin within a few days and reach their fuller effect around two weeks, with individual variation, and generally last around 3 to 4 months. Once the effect fades, it may be worth discussing repeating Wrinkle Botox with the doctor if patients would like to maintain it.
What's the difference between domestic and imported (Xeomin/Botox) toxin?
For standard wrinkle Botox, REPIC uses Hightox, a domestic Korean toxin, as the default; it is a licensed product approved by Korea's MFDS. Imported options are available on request: Xeomin (Merz, Germany) is a formulation made without complexing proteins, while Botox (Allergan/AbbVie, USA) is a long-established original botulinum toxin product. Rather than ranking products against each other, the right option is decided together during consultation.
Will my expressions look frozen or unnatural?
REPIC divides measured doses across each area based on the muscles and expression habits, aiming for natural movement. Dose and placement are adjusted at the visit, and results vary by individual.
Can normal activities be resumed right after treatment?
Yes — there is virtually no downtime, so patients can go home and resume daily activity immediately. Just avoid heat and strenuous exercise for 3 to 4 days.
Does Botox also smooth static (aging) wrinkles?
Botox works on dynamic wrinkles that appear with expression. Static lines that stay deep at rest and lost volume fall under fillers and collagen boosters, while skin laxity is addressed by energy-based lifting — these work differently, and the team will distinguish them during consultation.
How much does Wrinkle Botox cost in Gangnam?
Wrinkle Botox at REPIC Clinic Gangnam starts at ₩20,000 (about US$15) for Wrinkle Botox (Korean standard), excluding 10% VAT (₩22,000 with VAT). Other options: Wrinkle Botox (Coretox) ₩40,000; Wrinkle Botox (Xeomin) ₩49,000. International patients pay the same listed prices. Checked 2026-10-03 against the clinic's official price list.
Are REPIC Clinic Gangnam prices shown with VAT?
No. Listed prices exclude 10% VAT, which is added at payment. This page shows both the listed price and the price with VAT.
Do international patients pay more than Korean patients?
No. International patients pay the same listed prices as Korean patients at REPIC Clinic Gangnam.