Medical Skin Care (Med Spa) in Seongsu, Seoul
Physician-led skincare in private one-person rooms at Seongsu Melting Clinic
If you are used to US med spas, a Korean skin clinic may feel familiar and different at the same time. Seongsu Melting Clinic in Seongsu, Seoul offers medical skin care, what many visitors would call a med spa, but every plan is set by a physician. This page explains what that means and what our skincare menu includes.
What is medical skin care, and how is it different from a US med spa?
In the US, the term med spa covers a wide range of businesses, and the level of physician involvement varies. At a Korean medical clinic like ours, skincare happens inside a licensed medical practice, and the doctor decides what is appropriate for your skin. At Seongsu Melting Clinic, Dr. Park Kyung-min handles your consultation personally and can combine skincare with lasers, boosters, or lifting when that makes sense, or tell you when a simple facial is all you need.
How we approach skincare at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Our Melting skincare menu is built around a few core programs, each chosen for a specific purpose rather than as a generic pampering session:
- Ionzyme care: vitamin-focused care designed to support brightness and a fresh look.
- Black peel: a peel based on fermented black rice vinegar, aimed at sebum and dull, congested skin.
- LaLa peel: a newer-generation peel combined with regeneration care, for texture and tone.
- O2derm oxygen therapy: high-concentration oxygen and negative ions for tired, stressed skin.
- Aqua peel: a three-step deep-cleansing treatment for sebum, dead skin, and blackheads.
Treatments take place in private one-person skincare rooms, and our care, laser, and procedure areas are kept separate so the experience stays quiet. After your care, you can enjoy Melting Tea, one of three house herbal blends, in a space designed with music and scent to help you unwind.
A good fit if…
- You want regular maintenance for dull, congested, or dehydrated skin.
- You like to pair a facial with a medical treatment such as a booster or toning.
- You prefer a calm, private room over an open treatment floor.
Consider something else if…
- Your main concern is sagging or deep lines; lifting devices or boosters may do more.
- You have an active skin infection, open wounds, or a recent sunburn in the area.
- You recently used strong retinoids or had a peel elsewhere; tell us so we can adjust.
What to expect
Your visit starts with a short consultation so the doctor can check your skin and choose the right program. Most skincare treatments are comfortable, with at most a light tingling during peels. Mild redness can appear afterward and usually fades within hours. Skincare tends to work well as a routine rather than a one-off, and we will suggest a realistic schedule for your skin. Pricing is explained at consultation.
Aftercare
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer for a day or two.
- Apply sunscreen daily, especially after peels.
- Skip scrubs, strong acids, and retinoids for the period advised.
- Avoid saunas and very hot showers on the day of treatment.
A note from Dr. Park
Dr. Park believes comfort is part of good medicine. He explains what will happen before starting and keeps talking during treatment, and he designed the clinic with private rooms and separate flows so patients can relax. He also reminds patients that skincare is a supporting role: it keeps skin healthy, while structural concerns may need a different approach.
Frequently asked questions
Is a facial at your clinic done by the doctor?
The doctor sets your plan at consultation and oversees your care; the skincare itself takes place in a private room within the clinic.
Can I combine a facial with another treatment?
Often, yes. Skincare pairs well with toning, boosters, or lifting on the same day, depending on your skin.
What is Melting Tea?
It is our house tea service, three herbal blends offered in a relaxing space after your treatment.
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Book a consultation at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Message us on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk, or call +82-2-468-7179. International patients are welcome to write to us in English.
- Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
- Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
Directions, hours and booking options · Meet Dr. Park Kyung-min
Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.