LIJIN CLINIC Seoul | Personalized Lifting, Skin Treatments & Body Contouring in Myeongdong
LIJIN CLINIC Seoul | Personalized Lifting, Skin Treatments & Body Contouring in Myeongdong
If you’re researching aesthetic treatments in Korea from the U.S., it’s easy to end up comparing device names: Thermage, Ultherapy, Volnewmer, Sofwave, XERF. But if I were flying all the way to Seoul for treatment, my first question wouldn’t be “Which machine is strongest?” It would be What am I actually trying to change, and what’s causing it?
That’s what makes LIJIN CLINIC in Myeongdong worth looking at. The interesting part isn’t simply that it has a broad technology lineup. Skin laxity, tissue descent, volume loss, pigmentation, pores, acne scarring and body contouring are different problems. And for an American planning a Korea trip, recovery time before a long flight home matters just as much as fitting the appointment into a Seoul itinerary.
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Thermage FLX · Ultherapy Prime · Volnewmer · Sofwave · XERF
Potenza · PicoPlus · Clarity II · NeoBeam · CureJet
ONDA · EMSCULPT NEO
Current schedule: daily 9:30 AM–8:00 PM
Start with the cause, not the device
A softer jawline doesn’t automatically mean “loose skin.” Tissue position, fat distribution, volume and skin quality can all play a role. That’s why I’d rather start with an assessment than pick a treatment because it happens to be trending in Korea.
Is elasticity or skin thickness the main issue?
Have the cheek or jawline tissues shifted?
Is volume truly lost, or has its distribution changed?
How much recovery can you build in before flying home?
Custom Thermage FLX vs. Design Ultherapy Prime
Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency, while Ultherapy Prime uses focused ultrasound. Because they work differently, I wouldn’t reduce the decision to “Which one is better?”
Facial anatomy, skin and tissue condition, volume and the degree of change you want are more useful variables to discuss.
It’s not just about lifting
| Personalized lifting | Thermage FLX, Ultherapy Prime, Volnewmer, Shurink Universe, V-RO Advance, Sofwave, XERF and Alltite use different energy types. Skin thickness, tissue, volume and downtime all matter when comparing options. |
|---|---|
| Skin · pores · scars | Potenza, PicoPlus and CureJet may be discussed for texture, pores, scars and pigmentation depending on the skin assessment. |
| Pigmentation · acne · hair reduction | Clarity II, NeoBeam and PicoPlus serve different goals, from pigment concerns to acne and laser hair reduction. |
| Skin boosters | DermaShine is a delivery system; the actual product and indication should be selected separately. |
| Face & body contouring | ONDA, EMFACE and EMSCULPT NEO address different goals involving contour, muscle and body shape. |
The LIJIN medical team
In aesthetic medicine, the device matters—but so does the person assessing you, explaining the tradeoffs and building the plan. LIJIN CLINIC has a seven-physician team with varied clinical backgrounds.
Hwang Yeoju
Medical Director- Graduated from Ewha Womans University College of Medicine
- Master’s degree in Medicine, Gachon University
- Previously at SKY Plastic Surgery (2009–2010)
Seong Sangyoon
Lead Physician- Previously at Abijou Clinic Myeongdong (2023–2025)
- S Leaders Clinic (2022–2023)
- Filline Clinic (2018–2021)
Ko Yeseul
Lead Physician- Previously at Ahn Clinic (2024–2025)
- Abijou Clinic Myeongdong (2022–2023)
Lee Hyangrim
Physician- Previously at Made U Clinic (2022–2025)
Cho Jiyoung
Physician- Previously at Nadra Clinic (2020–2023)
- Yonsei Leaders Clinic (2015–2018)
- Barunseon Hospital (2014–2015)
Han Sumin
Physician- Previously at Vands Clinic (2025–2026)
- Dr. Newcell Clinic (2025)
- Abijou Clinic Myeongdong (2025)
- New York University, B.A. in Psychology
- Phillips Exeter Academy
Park Jinkyung
Physician- Previously at Blanc de B Clinic (2025)
- Abijou Clinic Myeongdong (2023–2024)
If you want to see a specific physician, check that physician’s schedule when you book.
18 devices and technologies
The lineup broadly spans lifting, skin/laser, skin boosters and body contouring. To me, the value of having multiple options isn’t doing more treatments—it’s having more ways to match the treatment to the actual problem.
Custom Thermage FLXRadiofrequency-based skin tightening and lifting
Design Ultherapy PrimeFocused ultrasound-based lifting
VolnewmerRadiofrequency-based skin tightening
PotenzaRF microneedling for texture and pores
Clarity IILaser for pigmentation, skin concerns and hair reduction
ONDAMicrowave energy for facial and body contouring
PicoPlusPicosecond laser for pigmentation
CureJetSystem used for drug delivery and scar-focused treatments
Shurink UniverseHIFU-based lifting
NeoBeamLaser option for acne and sebum-related concerns
V-RO AdvanceEnergy-based lifting option
EMFACENoninvasive facial muscle and contour technology
AlltiteEnergy-based tightening technology
AVIOLaser-based skin technology
EMSCULPT NEOMuscle-focused body contouring
DermaShineDelivery system used with skin boosters
SofwaveUltrasound-based skin tightening
XERFRadiofrequency-based lifting and tightening
Inside LIJIN CLINIC
The actual interiors lean quiet and polished: beige, warm gray and black, curved seating, city views and private areas. If you’re coming from overseas and spending a few hours between consultation and treatment, that calmer setting is part of the experience too.
Hours and location
9:30 AM–8:00 PM
2:00–3:00 PM
55 Namdaemun-ro, 3rd Floor, Jung-gu, Seoul
Myeongdong, Seoul
Hours can change on Korean holidays or due to clinic scheduling. If you’re traveling from the U.S., reconfirm your appointment before locking in flights and major itinerary items.
FAQ | 30 questions before you go
55 Namdaemun-ro, 3rd Floor, Jung-gu, Seoul, in the Myeongdong area.
The current schedule lists Monday through Sunday, 9:30 AM–8:00 PM, with a 2:00–3:00 PM break.
The current schedule also lists Sunday, 9:30 AM–8:00 PM. Reconfirm before your visit.
Yes. Custom Thermage FLX is part of the clinic’s equipment lineup.
Yes. Design Ultherapy Prime is available.
There is no universal winner. Radiofrequency and focused ultrasound work differently, so the choice depends on skin, tissue and your goal.
Yes.
Yes.
Yes.
Depending on the skin assessment, RF microneedling may be discussed for pores, texture and acne scars.
Yes, PicoPlus.
NeoBeam is among the devices used for acne- and sebum-related concerns.
A system that can be used for drug delivery and scar-focused treatments. A physician determines whether it fits your case.
Yes. Options include ONDA and EMSCULPT NEO.
A noninvasive technology that considers facial muscle and external contour.
No. More options do not mean you need more procedures. Total treatment load, goals and recovery should be considered.
It depends on the procedures, intensity, skin condition and recovery plan, and should be decided after evaluation.
It depends on the treatment. Some changes may be noticed earlier while others develop over time.
Redness, swelling, warmth, tenderness or bruising can vary by procedure and intensity.
The cause of sensitivity, inflammation, skin barrier and medications should be reviewed first.
Tell the physician beforehand. Some energy-based or injectable treatments may not be appropriate.
LIJIN CLINIC has a seven-physician team.
Hwang Yeoju is the Medical Director.
Bring up your main concern, prior treatments, important dates and how much downtime you can realistically allow.
The actual interiors use beige, warm gray and black, with curved lounges, city views and private areas.
The clinic is in the Myeongdong area of Seoul and is accessible by public transportation.
Yes. A consultation does not obligate you to have a procedure that day.
No. Response, duration and potential side effects vary from person to person.
Medications, allergies, pregnancy/breastfeeding, skin conditions, infections, previous procedures and prior adverse reactions.
Your preferred physician’s schedule, treatment availability, current clinic hours and a realistic recovery window.
Start with your face and skin—not a machine name
That’s the clearest way I’d approach LIJIN: figure out whether the priority is laxity, tissue position, volume, skin quality or body contour, then compare technologies from there.
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