Girin: facial contouring, acculift, rhino, forehead lift, des, epi, fat graft
6,440The clinic is small but clean and comfortable. It seems to be popular with local Koreans and Chinese tourists. I didn't see any other English speaking foreigners however my translator told me she has helped many foreigners at this clinic.
They don't have a full-time English translator but they will hire one for your consultation to make sure both parties understand your vision. The staff at Girin are all professional and so BEAUTIFUL! Seriously, they are so pretty.
The consultant who did my consultation was so sweet and pretty. She didn't push any unnecessary procedures on me and explained everything so thoroughly. She explained the basics of each procedure, the pros, and the cons.
She made sure I understood the risks of each procedure which really made me feel like I was in good hands. Please read my diary to follow along with my progress! 0 0 22095 After 10 days Forehead lift (with endotine), non-incisional DES, Ptosis, Fat Graft to eyelid, & Epi I've always been self-conscious about my eyes.
Most people don't see a problem but I hated my small creases, hooded eyelids, and heavy Mongolian folds. I've always wanted to fix this but I was always scared to commit to surgery. I decided this was the year that I was going to do it, and I am pleased with my decision so far.
I met with the consultant and my medical translator (at this time Girin doesn’t have one on staff so they’ll hire a government medical translator for you). This consultation took quite a while – around 2 hours.
Recovery diary
Healing day by day
Price comparison
Eye surgery cost: Korea vs Singapore (2026)
Approximate 2026 all-in ranges. With MISOODA you pay the same price as Korean locals — no foreigner markup.
| Option | Korea (MISOODA) | Singapore | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-incision (suture) | US$1,100–1,900 | US$2,800–4,500 | ~55% |
| Incision | US$1,900–3,000 | US$4,500–7,000 | ~55% |
| Combined (+ ptosis / epi) | US$3,000–4,500 | US$6,500–9,000 | ~50% |
2026 guideline ranges; exact price varies by clinic and case — get a free itemised quote in 24h.
Total cost
Beyond surgery: what else to budget in Korea
The surgery fee is the main cost. For a realistic total, plan for a short recovery stay — most patients stay about 1–2 weeks.
| Item | Approximate 2026 |
|---|---|
| Consultation + interpreter & concierge | Free with MISOODA (others often US$50–200) |
| Accommodation near Gangnam | US$50–120 / night |
| Meals & local transport | US$30–60 / day |
| Airport transfer | US$30–80 (subway from ~US$10) |
| Optional post-op care (de-swelling / LED) | from ~US$30 / session |
Approximate market ranges for a ~2-week stay; your MISOODA case manager gives a personalised, itemised estimate — free quote in 24h.
Common questions
Recovery from eye surgery in Seoul typically ranges from 1–3 weeks for initial healing, with full results visible in 3–6 months. Swelling and bruising are most prominent in the first 7 days. MISOODA provides a dedicated case manager who checks in daily during your recovery.
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