FAQ

How much is Thermage in Korea?

Quick answer: At Dernia Clinic Myeongdong, Thermage FLX starts from ₩990,000 for 300 shots on the face, excluding 10% VAT (₩1,089,000 with VAT). Larger plans of 600 or 900 shots, which add the jawline and neck, cost more. Prices across Korea vary with shot count, genuine tips, the area treated and whether VAT is included, so compare the full details rather than the headline price.

Reviewed by the Dernia Clinic Myeongdong medical team · Updated October 2026
Woman relaxing on a treatment bed before a facial skin-tightening session
  • Price from: ₩990,000 (300 shots, face)
  • With 10% VAT: ₩1,089,000
  • Larger plans: 600 and 900 shots cost more
  • Eye area: Uses a separate eye tip, often added to a face plan
  • Sessions: Usually one; repeat every 12–18 months
  • VAT refund: Not available since January 1, 2026

The detailed answer

Thermage FLX is priced by the number of shots, or pulses, delivered with a single-use treatment tip. More shots cover more area or allow more passes, so the price rises with the plan. At Dernia, the entry plan is 300 shots for a focused face treatment, from ₩990,000 before VAT.

Plan Typical coverage Price
300 shots Face (focused) or maintenance From ₩990,000
600 shots Full face and jawline Higher; see the price guide
900 shots Full face, jawline and neck Higher; see the price guide

Prices are in Korean won (KRW), exclude 10% VAT, and are confirmed at your consultation. Current plans are on the Thermage FLX price guide, and you can compare every treatment on our price list.

What affects Thermage prices in Korea

  • Shot count: always compare plans with the same number of shots.
  • Genuine tips: Thermage tips are single-use and a significant part of the cost. You can ask to see the sealed tip opened and the shot counter afterward.
  • Area: eyelids use a separate eye tip, and adding the neck increases shots.
  • VAT: many clinics list prices before 10% VAT, and the VAT refund on cosmetic procedures ended on January 1, 2026; see payment and tax.
  • Who treats you: at Dernia, treatments are performed by licensed medical doctors.

Lower-cost alternatives

Korean RF devices work on a similar principle for less. Oligio X and Volnewmer each start from ₩390,000 for 300 shots; compare them in Thermage FLX vs Oligio X and Thermage FLX vs Volnewmer. If you want skin tightening and deeper lifting together, the Seoul Signature Lifting package combines Thermage with Ulthera from ₩1,290,000.

What we recommend

Judge value, not just price: one well-planned session that lasts 12–18 months can cost less per month than cheaper treatments repeated often. Ask for any quote in writing, including the shot count and tip type, so you can compare clinics accurately. Thermage is not suitable with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, or during pregnancy. Read our honest Thermage FLX review, then book a consultation for a confirmed quote based on your skin.

Not sure which treatment is right for you?

Tell us your concerns and your travel dates. A doctor examines your skin in person, explains your options in English, and confirms the plan and price before anything is done.

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Related questions

Straight answers from our medical team. Still unsure? Ask a doctor or browse all patient questions .

Is Thermage cheaper in Korea than at home?

Often, but compare like for like: the same shot count, genuine FLX tips and whether VAT is included. Prices vary between countries and clinics.

How many Thermage shots do I need?

300 shots suits a focused face treatment or maintenance, 600 shots covers the full face and jawline, and 900 shots adds the neck. Your doctor recommends a count after examining your skin.

Does Thermage FLX hurt?

It feels like brief pulses of deep heat, eased by numbing and cooling. See does Thermage FLX hurt?

Can I get a VAT refund on Thermage?

No. The VAT refund on cosmetic procedures ended on January 1, 2026. See tax refunds on treatments.

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Plan your visit to Dernia Clinic Myeongdong

English consultations, clear prices in Korean won and treatment plans built around your time in Seoul. Tell us your dates and we will suggest a schedule that fits.

Individual results vary. Suitability, dosage and final price are confirmed by a licensed doctor at your consultation. Prices are in Korean won (KRW) and exclude 10% VAT. Medical disclaimer