To be honest, I never imagined flying to Korea just for my face. But after turning 30, my jawline became less and less defined, meaning every photo required finding the exact right angle, and trying various firming serums felt more like comforting myself than seeing results. It wasn’t until late last year when I saw an upperclassman return from Seoul with a noticeably crisp and defined contour that I seriously started researching.
Except, in the end, I didn’t go to Seoul—I chose Busan.
Why Busan Instead of Seoul?
During my research, I realized two things. First, Gangnam in Seoul has so many dermatology clinics that it’s easy to get overwhelmed, and popular doctors during peak seasons are often booked out a month in advance. Second, Busan is still a major tier-one city in Korea, yet its price quotes are generally a notch lower than Seoul’s, and the tourist crowds aren’t quite as suffocating.
Plus, I wanted to visit Busan anyway, so I scheduled my procedure for the first morning and spent the next few days visiting Haeundae and Gamcheon Culture Village. Flying from Taoyuan to Gimhae Airport takes about the same time as flying to Seoul, and taking the airport limousine bus or subway from the airport to Seomyeon Station takes only 40 to 50 minutes, making it completely effortless for a solo traveler.
Why I Finally Chose Dr.Evers Seomyeon
I compared five or six clinics before finally locking in Dr.Evers Busan Seomyeon, mainly for three reasons:
Location: It is located on the 7th floor of the Lotte Hotel Busan. Coming out of Exit 7 of Seomyeon Station, you can walk straight from the underground passage into B1 of Lotte Department Store and take the elevator directly to the 7th floor. You don’t need an umbrella even if it rains, and right after your treatment, you step out straight into a department store and underground shopping street—this layout is practically cheat-code level convenient for tourists.
Transparent Pricing: Dr.Evers lists all treatment prices directly on its official website, and they feature “same prices for Koreans and foreigners” with no hidden tourist markups. Price transparency was my biggest concern during research, so this gave me a lot of peace of mind.
Translation Support: The Seomyeon branch has permanent Chinese, Japanese, and English translators on-site. Someone accompanied me through every step, from registration and consultation to post-treatment instructions. Since my Korean is limited to basic greetings, this service single-handedly gave me the courage to go.
Pre-Trip Preparations
Once decided, I took a few steps:
Booked two weeks in advance. This clinic is strictly appointment-only; you basically can’t walk in without one, and weekday mornings are the easiest slots to secure.
Written down my target areas and budget to show the director directly during consultation.
Kept my face makeup-free on the day of the procedure, while avoiding sun exposure and exfoliation for a week prior.
Prepared hydrating skincare and sunscreen ahead of time, as they are absolute must-haves post-treatment.
Confirmed payment methods; both credit cards and cash are accepted.
The Day of the Treatment: From Stepping Into the Clinic to Looking in the Mirror
I booked a weekday morning and arrived a little after 9 AM. Stepping out of the elevator, I was a bit surprised—the space was much larger than expected. The large windows looked out over the Seomyeon streetscape, and the soft lighting felt completely different from the cold, clinical atmosphere I had imagined.
At check-in, the front desk assigned a Chinese translator to me. After registration, she led me into the consultation room. The consultant and translator sat down together, first asking about my skincare routine and allergy history before bringing in the director for a consultation.
This part is what I want to share the most. Director Kim Hong-seok first checked my skin condition with a skin scanner, then pinched both sides of my cheeks to determine that my sagging belonged to the “drooping type” rather than the “thin type,” and recommended Ultherapy over Thermage. He also said something that left a deep impression on me: “Your skin barrier is a bit thin; just one syringe of Rejuran plus basic water glow (skin booster) is enough. You can add boosters next time.”
To be honest, I was mentally prepared to be aggressively upsold, but instead, I was advised to do less.
I ended up choosing Shurink Universe (HIFU) 300 shots + Rejuran Black Box 2cc. Before the procedure, the nurse unwrapped the treatment tip right in front of me and even let me scan a QR code to verify it was “unused” before touching my face. First-time visitors also received a complimentary facial mask.
Treatment Sensation: Pain level was around 4 out of 10. The HIFU applied near the jawline had a distinct aching and numb sensation, but it was entirely within a tolerable range. The Rejuran injections felt more like being lightly flicked. The whole process took about 40 minutes.
Looking in the mirror right after, my cheeks were slightly flushed and my jawline looked more defined than usual, though I knew that was mostly immediate tightness and not the final result yet.
Post-Treatment Recovery Diary
Day 1: Cheeks slightly red, felt a bit tight. Went shopping in the Seomyeon underground shopping street that afternoon without any issues.
Days 2–3: The redness faded, but pressing along the jawline felt a bit sore, and chewing hard foods felt a bit strange.
Day 7: The soreness disappeared, skin felt more hydrated, and makeup application became noticeably smoother.
Month 1: Taking photos required searching for angles much less often. This was the first time I genuinely felt a difference.
Month 3: Currently my most satisfied state. The contour is crisper than before the treatment, yet free of any stiff, obviously “done” look.
How Much Did It Cost?
Treatment Costs (Reference prices published by the clinic, converted to NTD):
Shurink Universe (300 shots): ~NT$8,172
Rejuran Black Box (2cc): ~NT$3,836
Other Expenses:
Round-trip flight: ~NT$10,000+
Accommodation (near Seomyeon Station, 3 nights): ~NT$6,000
Transportation (Airport to Seomyeon): ~NT$200
Post-treatment hydration & sunscreen: ~NT$1,500
Honestly, factoring in flights and accommodation, my total spending for this trip was roughly equivalent to doing the exact same tier of treatment locally in Taiwan. That’s what makes it worth it—for the same budget, you get a whole trip out of it.
My Honest Review
✓ Chinese translator present throughout the entire process, zero stress in communication.
✓ Transparent and public pricing, same price for locals and foreigners, checkout total matched the website.
✓ The director listened to my needs first during consultation with zero hard-selling, actually advising me to do less.
✓ Treatment tips and product packaging were unwrapped right in front of me and verifiable via QR code, which felt very reassuring.
✓ Location right next to Seomyeon Station, making it easy to shop and eat right after treatment.
✓ Open on weekends with no lunch break year-round, making it very easy to fit into a short itinerary.
▲ Strictly appointment-only; popular time slots need to be booked 1 to 2 weeks in advance, and walk-ins are often turned away.
▲ Weekday afternoons get quite busy, extending waiting times; booking a morning slot is recommended.
▲ As part of a chain system running on standardized workflows, if you expect a boutique vibe where “the director spends an hour chatting and accompanying you the whole time,” the pace here will feel a bit fast.
▲ While the space is inside a five-star hotel, the overall atmosphere leans pragmatic and professional rather than Instagrammable.
3 Suggestions for Anyone Wanting to Go
Be sure to book in advance, and try to choose a weekday morning. This time slot has the fewest people and the most relaxed consultation time.
Think through your target areas and budget before the consultation and state them directly. With a translator present, you don’t need to hold back.
Verify that the treatment tips and product packaging are unwrapped right in front of you. This is your right; don’t feel embarrassed to ask.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can I really go if I don’t speak Korean?
A: Yes. The Seomyeon branch has permanent Chinese translators accompanying you from registration to post-treatment instructions, and the treatment menu has Chinese labels.
Q2: Can I go about my itinerary on the day of the treatment?
A: Most non-invasive treatments allow it. I went shopping that same afternoon with only mild flushing, though you should always follow the clinic’s specific post-care instructions.
Q3: How do the prices compare to Seoul?
A: For the procedures I got, Busan’s quotes are slightly lower than equivalent clinics in Seoul, and they feature official uniform pricing without foreigner markups.
Q4: How soon will I see results?
A: For me personally, I started feeling a difference at month 1, and month 3 was the most obvious. Everyone’s skin condition and degree of sagging vary, so actual results must be evaluated by a physician.
Conclusion
To sum it up in one sentence: If you, like me, worry about language barriers, hate being aggressively upsold, and want to combine your treatments with a vacation, the conditions at the Busan Seomyeon branch are remarkably comprehensive. However, the premise is that you must book in advance and treat the consultation as a genuine professional assessment rather than just rushing through a routine.
Please consult a professional physician before undergoing any medical treatments. This article is a personal experience share, with information compiled from public sources for reference only; treatment outcomes vary by individual, and all procedures carry risks—please fully understand them and discuss them with your doctor beforehand.
