Laser Hair Removal · Cost · Gangnam, Seoul
Laser Hair Removal Cost in Gangnam: What 8 Clinics Print on Their Own Websites
Not estimates: every figure below is copied from a clinic’s own website, with the page linked and the date we read it.
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How much laser hair removal costs in Gangnam, by spec
| Spec as printed | Clinics | Lowest | Range midpoint | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| unspecified | 7 | ₩10,000 | ₩1,255,000 | ₩2,500,000 |
Gangnam-gu and Seocho-gu only. Midpoint = halfway between lowest and highest printed figure, not a statistical median. Latest read 12 Nov 2026.
Printed laser hair removal prices, clinic by clinic
| Clinic (link = the page we read) | Area | Printed laser hair removal price | Read on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Clinic Gangnam | Gangnam Station | unspecified ₩10,000; unspecified ₩15,000; unspecified ₩20,000 | 2026-11-12 |
| U&I Clinic Gangnam | 470 Gangnam-daero, 6F (808 Tower, Gangnam-gu) | unspecified ₩10,000 (event); unspecified ₩15,000; unspecified ₩20,000 (event) | 2026-10-14 |
| Toxnfill Clinic Gangnam Main | 415 Gangnam-daero, 11F (Daedong Building) | unspecified ₩30,000; unspecified ₩50,000 | 2026-11-12 |
| Poen Clinic | 439 Gangnam-daero, 6F (Yuhwa Building) | unspecified ₩35,000; unspecified ₩300,000; unspecified ₩312,000 | 2026-11-12 |
| Vands Clinic Cheongdam | 822 Seolleung-ro, 3F (Chaewolden Building) | unspecified ₩49,000; unspecified ₩97,000; unspecified ₩99,000 | 2026-11-12 |
| Dashon Clinic | Seolleung / Yeoksam | unspecified ₩50,000; unspecified ₩70,000; unspecified ₩120,000 | 2026-11-12 |
| Moless Clinic | Gangnam Station | unspecified ₩60,000 (event); unspecified ₩75,000; unspecified ₩250,000 (event) | 2026-11-12 |
| V&MJ Dermatology Cheongdam | Cheongdam | 5 session ₩390,000 (event); 5 session ₩450,000 (event) | 2026-09-17 |
Sorted by lowest printed figure. Up to three items per clinic. The link opens the page we read.
What changes the laser hair removal price
| Factor | Effect on the printed price |
|---|---|
| Area size and definition | Prices are printed per area, and a larger or more loosely defined area costs more; the same word such as 'legs' or 'bikini' can describe a different region at two clinics, so the printed figure only compares once the boundaries are known. |
| Package versus single session | A five-session package is usually printed at a lower per-session figure than a single session, but it is only cheaper if you can use all five sessions within the validity period. |
| Device type and brand | Clinics that name an alexandrite, diode or Nd:YAG device from a listed manufacturer often print a higher figure than clinics that do not name the device, and a long-pulsed Nd:YAG session for darker skin may be priced separately. |
| VAT and event conditions | A figure printed before VAT is 10 percent lower than the amount charged, and event prices may apply only to the first session, to new customers or in exchange for a review or photo consent. |
| Clinic type and location | Large chain clinics on the main Gangnam avenues tend to print package prices built for frequent local customers, while smaller doctor-owned clinics more often print a single-session figure; neither is a signal of quality on its own. |
Questions people ask about laser hair removal prices
How much does laser hair removal cost in Gangnam?
As printed on their own websites, 7 Gangnam clinics show a laser hair removal price between ₩10,000 and ₩2,500,000, read 12 Nov 2026. Most printed prices exclude 10% VAT, and event prices carry conditions such as a first visit. A quote far below ₩10,000 usually means a smaller spec, a different product or an event.
do korean clinics shave before hair removal
Most clinics ask you to shave the area 12 to 24 hours before the session and will charge a small fee or refuse to treat an unshaved area. Do not wax, pluck or use depilatory creams in the weeks before, since the laser needs the hair shaft to be present in the follicle.
does the printed price include vat in korea
Often it does not. Many Gangnam clinics print prices before 10 percent VAT, and some event prices carry further conditions such as new customers only or a review in exchange. Ask in writing whether the figure is inclusive before you book.
can i fly the same day after laser hair removal
In most cases yes, since the treatment affects the skin surface and the follicles only. Expect redness and mild swelling for a day or two, wear loose clothing, avoid heat and sun on the area, and keep the clinic's contact in case of blistering or pigment change after you return home.
Sources
- Candela Medical, hair removal device information — https://candelamedical.com/
- Cynosure, hair removal laser product pages — https://www.cynosure.com/
- US Food and Drug Administration, medical device database — https://www.fda.gov/
- Clinic websites — each clinic’s own price page, linked in the table, read by our price monitor; latest read 12 Nov 2026. Method: About.