Treatment guide · Botox & Toxins

Scar Botox in Seoul

Toxin around a healing wound to reduce tension so the scar heals thinner and flatter.

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Scar Botox explained

Scar Botox is used mainly on fresh wounds and surgical scars, especially on the face. When muscles move under a healing cut, they pull the edges apart and the scar can widen or thicken. Relaxing those muscles for a few months gives the skin a calmer environment to heal.

How Scar Botox works

The doctor injects toxin into the muscles around the wound, often within days to a few weeks after stitches. With less movement and tension, the healing edges stay closer together. Some doctors also inject toxin into thick or raised scars, but the evidence is weaker there. It works alongside silicone gel, sun protection, lasers and steroid treatments when needed.

Who Scar Botox is for

• New facial scars from surgery or injury
• Scars on areas that move a lot, such as the forehead or around the mouth
• People at risk of wide or thick scars
• Combining with scar lasers and silicone care
• Patients who had surgery in Seoul and want early scar care

Who should avoid Scar Botox

• Old, mature scars where toxin alone does little
• Open, infected or unhealed wounds
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women
• People with myasthenia gravis or other nerve-muscle disorders
• Anyone with an allergy to botulinum toxin products

What happens at the appointment

1. Consultation and review of the wound or scar and its age
2. Check of the muscle movement around the scar
3. Cleansing and small injections around (not into) the healing wound
4. Short check before you leave
5. Plan for follow-up care such as silicone gel or lasers

Aftercare and flying home

• Follow your surgeon's wound care instructions
• Do not massage the area for the rest of the day
• Use silicone gel or sheets if advised
• Protect the scar from sun with sunscreen or a dressing
• Flying is fine the next day

Side effects and risks

• Small bruises at injection points
• Temporary change in facial expression near the scar
• Uneven brows or smile if toxin spreads
• Results that vary between people
• Rare: allergic reaction

How much does Scar Botox cost in Seoul?

₩100,000–₩400,000 (about US$75–300) — The price depends on the size of the area, the units and the toxin brand. It may be combined with scar lasers in a package. Prices are estimates and change with promotions.

Why get Scar Botox in Korea?

Many visitors have surgery in Seoul and want early scar care before they fly home. Dermatology and plastic surgery clinics often offer toxin, laser and injection scar care in one place.

Frequently asked questions

How much does scar Botox cost in Seoul?

Scar Botox in Seoul usually costs about ₩100,000–₩400,000. The price depends on the size of the area and the toxin brand.

Does scar Botox hurt?

It feels like a few small pinches. The injections go into nearby muscle, not the wound itself.

When should I get Botox for a new scar?

It works best early, often within the first days to weeks after stitches. Ask your surgeon about the right timing for your wound.

Can I fly after scar Botox?

Yes, you can fly the next day. Follow your surgeon's advice about flying after the original surgery.

Is scar Botox safe?

It is generally safe when done by a trained doctor. The main risk is a temporary change in expression near the scar.

Can Botox fix an old scar?

Usually not on its own. Old scars respond better to lasers, subcision, fillers or steroid injections, depending on the type of scar.

Where to get it in Seoul

Foreigner-friendly clinics cluster around Gangnam, Sinsa–Apgujeong–Cheongdam and Myeongdong. Tap a number to zoom in, then tap a pin to ask the clinic on WhatsApp whether they offer this treatment and for a quote.