Clarity II, a Lutronic laser, is the device used for laser hair removal in Seoul at ENTER Plastic Surgery, and each visit takes about 10–20 minutes without numbing. The menu covers the face only: the upper lip, chin, sideburns, hairline or brows as single areas, or the whole face. A course runs five or more sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
Is it for you?
Who facial laser hair removal in Seoul is for
Laser hair removal works through color. The light is absorbed by melanin, the pigment in the hair shaft and root, and turns into heat that damages the follicle. That is why the contrast between hair and skin matters more than age or sex: dark hair on lighter skin gives the laser a clear target, while the skin around it takes up less of the energy.
Timing is the other filter. Hair grows in cycles, and only follicles in the active growth phase respond to a given session, so a single visit cannot clear an area. If you live in Korea or come back regularly, the 4–6 week rhythm fits easily. On a one-off trip, plan for the session you have and decide later how to continue the course.
Usually a good fit
- Dark facial hair on the upper lip, chin or sideburns
- An uneven hairline or stray brow hairs you shave or tweeze regularly
- Shaving bumps or ingrown hairs along the jaw and chin
- Living in Korea or returning every 4–6 weeks
- Wanting the whole face done in one short visit
We may suggest waiting
- Blond, white, gray or light red facial hair with little pigment
- A fresh tan or sunburn on the area to be treated
- Active acne cysts, cold sores or infection in the area
- Hair on the body, which this menu does not cover
- Pregnancy, until you have checked with your own doctor
- Expecting a finished result from a single session
How it works
How the Clarity II laser targets facial hair follicles
The laser at ENTER Plastic Surgery is the Clarity II from Lutronic, the same platform the clinic lists for laser toning and tattoo removal. It offers two wavelengths, a 755 nm alexandrite beam and a 1064 nm Nd:YAG beam. In general terms, the shorter alexandrite wavelength is absorbed strongly by melanin and suits fine, dark hair on fair skin, while the longer Nd:YAG wavelength reaches deeper and spares more of the pigment in the skin surface, which is why it is used for darker skin tones.
A meta-analysis of hair removal trials found a hair reduction of 54.7% with alexandrite and 42.3% with Nd:YAG lasers at least six months after three sessions, and noted that darker skin needs settings that raise the risk of side effects (Sadighha, 2007). Those numbers come from published trials with different devices; they describe the technology, not a result to expect from one clinic.
The face is also the hardest area for long-term reduction. A 2022 systematic review found that long-term hair reduction varied by body site with the hair growth cycle, and was lowest on the face (Krasniqi, 2022). That finding is the reason this page talks about reduction and upkeep, with the course length and yearly session taken from the clinic's own guidance.
Choosing the areas
At consultationYou point out which zones bother you: upper lip, chin, sideburns, hairline, brows or the full face. Hair color, skin tone and recent sun exposure are checked before any laser work.
Cleansing and eye protection
Makeup and skin care are removed from the area and protective eyewear goes on, since laser light near the brows and face must not reach the eyes.
Laser passes over each zone
About 10–20 minutesThe handpiece is moved across the marked areas in short pulses. The sensation is a quick snap of warmth on the skin, and no numbing is used.
Aftercare and the next date
Next session in 4–6 weeksYou can wash your face and shower lightly the same day. The next session is booked 4–6 weeks later, when a new set of follicles has entered the growth phase.
Facial hair removal choices on the ENTER Plastic Surgery menu
| What to weigh | One facial area | Full face |
|---|---|---|
| Zones covered | Upper lip, chin, sideburns, hairline or brows | All facial zones in one visit |
| Suits | One problem spot | Several zones at once |
| Price per visit | ₩100,000 + VAT | ₩200,000 + VAT |
| Numbing | None | None |
| Course (clinic guidance) | 5+ sessions, 4–6 weeks apart | 5+ sessions, 4–6 weeks apart |
| Flying the same day | Possible | Possible |
Two single areas are each priced as one area; compare that total with the full-face line before you choose.
Your doctor
Chief Director · Korean board-certified plastic surgeon
“Natural, yet clearly visible change.”Eyelid and facelift surgery at ENTER is planned and performed by Dr. Jang himself.
- NowChief Director, ENTER Plastic Surgery
- TrainingPlastic surgery, Kyung Hee University Medical Center
- FormerChief Director, Jang Plastic Surgery
- FormerDirector, Secret Plastic Surgery
- MemberKSPRS · KSAPS · ISAPS · ESOPRS · ASPS
At a glance
Facial laser hair removal facts
| Procedure time | About 10–20 minutes per visit |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | None needed |
| Downtime | Small bumps (folliculitis) or itching within 2–3 days |
| Recommended sessions | 5 or more, spaced 4–6 weeks apart |
| How long results last | Long-term reduction after 5+ sessions; 1 top-up a year |
| Return to exercise | Generally, strenuous exercise, swimming, saunas and hot baths are avoided for about 7 days (general laser-clinic guidance) |
| Earliest flight home | Same day |
Prices
Laser hair removal price list in Seoul
The menu prices facial hair removal by zone. One area means a single zone such as the upper lip or the chin; the full-face line covers every facial zone in one visit. Prices are shown excluding VAT (10% VAT is added at payment), and no numbing cream is added because none is used.
Because a course takes five or more sessions, the figure you budget for is the per-visit price multiplied by the visits you plan, plus a yearly top-up session once the course is complete. If you want two or three small zones, add up the single-area lines and compare them with the full-face price.
Prices exclude VAT (10% VAT is added at payment).
Recovery
After a facial laser session: day-by-day care
A light shower and face wash are fine. Skip shaving the treated area today, because the skin is more easily irritated right after the laser.
Small pimple-like bumps around the follicles (folliculitis) or itching can appear within two to three days. Keep the skin clean and avoid scratching.
Stay out of saunas, jjimjilbang bathhouses and hot tubs for three to four days after the session. Shaving is fine again from the day after treatment.
Treated hairs loosen and shed over the following weeks. Contact the clinic straight away if you notice blistering, crusting or a patch that turns darker or lighter.
The next session falls in this window, when the follicles that were resting at the first visit have started to grow.
Safety
Side effects of laser hair removal on the face
A Cochrane review of laser and light hair removal found short-term hair reduction with adverse effects that were not common, and called for better long-term studies before firm conclusions (Haedersdal, 2006). The side effects below are the ones to know about before the first session.
- Folliculitis: small red or pus-filled bumps around treated follicles in the first days.
- Redness, swelling around the follicles and itching for a short period after the session.
- Pigment change, with darker or lighter patches, a risk that rises with tanned or darker skin.
- Burns, blisters or crusting if the energy is too high for the skin type.
- Paradoxical hair growth, where fine hair near a treated area becomes thicker instead of thinner.
- Eye injury if laser light reaches the eye, which is why protective eyewear is worn near the brows.
In a review of 12 studies on skin types III to VI, the long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser carried a lower risk of pigment change, and lasers were rated more painful than intense pulsed light (Dorgham, 2019).
Evidence
Research behind this page
- Laser and photoepilation for unwanted hair growthCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews · 2006 · Haedersdal M · doi:10.1002/14651858.cd004684.pub2
Cochrane review (2006): laser and light hair removal gave short-term reduction with uncommon side effects such as pain, redness, swelling and pigment change; better long-term studies are still needed.
- Meta-analysis of hair removal laser trialsLasers in Medical Science · 2007 · Sadighha A · doi:10.1007/s10103-007-0515-1
Meta-analysis of 1998–2003 trials: hair reduction six months or more after three sessions was 57.5% for diode, 54.7% for alexandrite and 42.3% for Nd:YAG; darker skin needed settings with more complication risk.
- Lasers for reduction of unwanted hair in skin of colour: a systematic review and meta‐analysisJournal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2019 · Dorgham N · doi:10.1111/jdv.15995
Review of 12 studies in skin types III–VI: lasers and IPL gave broadly similar reduction, alexandrite outperformed IPL, long-pulsed Nd:YAG had lower pigment risk, and lasers were more painful.
- Efficacy of lasers and light sources in long-term hair reduction: a systematic reviewJournal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy · 2022 · Krasniqi A et al. · doi:10.1080/14764172.2022.2075899
Systematic review (2022): long-term hair reduction with lasers and light sources varied by body site with the hair growth cycle, lowest on the face and highest in the underarm.
FAQ
Facial laser hair removal FAQ
Will my skin look red or bumpy after facial laser hair removal?
It can for a few days. Small pimple-like bumps around the follicles, called folliculitis, or itching can appear within two to three days. You can wash your face the same day, but avoid saunas and hot tubs for three to four days and contact the clinic if anything blisters.
Can I fly home on the same day as my laser session?
Yes. The clinic's guidance is that flying is possible on the day of treatment, since there is no wound or dressing. The practical limit is the course: sessions are spaced 4–6 weeks apart, so a single trip covers one session and the rest needs return visits.
Who carries out laser hair removal at ENTER Plastic Surgery?
The treatment is done at ENTER Plastic Surgery, a plastic surgery clinic led by Dr. Jang Jin-woo, a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon. If you want to know who will operate the laser at your own session, ask when you book; the clinic can tell you before you arrive.
Are the facial hair removal prices before or after VAT?
Before VAT. The one-area price is ₩100,000 + VAT and the full-face price is ₩200,000 + VAT, with 10% VAT added when you pay. No numbing fee applies, because the treatment is done without anesthesia.
How do I book facial laser hair removal from abroad?
Send the form on this page or message us on WhatsApp with the zones you want treated and your dates in Seoul. We will get back to you as soon as possible. English-speaking staff are available at the clinic for the visit itself.
Is a deposit needed to book a laser session?
Deposit and cancellation terms are not published on this page, so ask for them in writing before you pay anything. For a 10–20 minute laser visit, it also helps to confirm the exact appointment time, so the session fits around flights or other plans that day.
Is facial laser hair removal permanent?
No laser can promise that every facial hair stops growing. The clinic describes the outcome as long-term reduction once five or more sessions are complete, kept up with one session a year. Research also finds that the face shows less long-term reduction than areas such as the underarm.
Can men have facial laser hair removal in Seoul?
Yes. The menu prices treatment by facial zone, not by sex, and the full-face line covers the beard area along the cheeks, chin and upper lip. Thick, dark beard hair absorbs laser energy well, and five sessions are the starting point of the clinic's guidance rather than a fixed total.
Does laser hair removal work on blond, gray or red facial hair?
Results are limited. The laser needs melanin in the hair to absorb its energy, and blond, white, gray and light red hair carry little of it. Dark hair responds clearly. If most of your facial hair is light, raise it in your first message so the clinic can tell you what to expect.
Is laser hair removal safe for darker skin tones?
It can be done with suitable settings, though the risk of pigment change is higher. A review of studies in skin types III to VI found the long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser had a lower risk of pigment change, and the Clarity II offers that wavelength. Avoid sun exposure on the area before your visit.
Should I wax or pluck facial hair before my appointment?
No. Waxing, plucking and threading pull the hair out of the follicle, and the laser needs that hair inside the follicle to work. Stop them in the weeks before your session. Ask the clinic how to prepare the hair on the day, since instructions can depend on the area.
Is anaesthetic, as it is spelled in the UK, needed for facial laser hair removal?
No. Facial laser hair removal at the clinic is done without anesthesia or numbing. Each pulse feels like a short snap or flash of heat, the upper lip can feel more sensitive than the cheeks, and the whole visit takes about 10–20 minutes.
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