What to know before your visit
Forena Clinic is on the 7th floor of the H-CUBE Building, 140 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, near Hongik Univ. Station Exit 9. Korean address: 서울특별시 마포구 양화로 140, 7층.
We are open every day, including public holidays. Mon & Fri: 9:30 AM–8:30 PM; Tue–Thu: 10:00 AM–8:30 PM; Sat, Sun & public holidays: 9:30 AM–5:00 PM. Contact us to confirm the last appointment time for your intended treatments.
Book through our website, KakaoTalk (@포레나의원), Instagram DM (@forenaclinic), WhatsApp, or by calling +82-2-325-7979. We recommend booking ahead, especially for weekends.
Walk-ins may be accommodated depending on the schedule. Booking ahead helps reduce waiting time.
Note down what concerns you about your skin, anything relevant in your medical history, and any products or treatments you have used recently. Bring your passport or residence card for registration.
We have interpretation in English, Chinese, Thai, Indonesian, Japanese and Russian.
Yes. We welcome international patients and have multilingual staff. We regularly treat patients from the US, UK, Australia, Southeast Asia, Japan, China, and beyond. Consultations, treatment explanations, and aftercare instructions are available in English, Chinese, Thai, and Japanese.
Yes. There is a secure storage area where you can leave luggage for the length of your visit.
Yes. We explain the available options, expected changes, and aftercare so you can decide at your own pace. You can start with a free consultation with a consultation manager.
We recommend booking at least a week in advance to secure your preferred date and time. Same-day appointments may be available depending on the schedule, so feel free to contact us to check availability.
Parking is available in the H-CUBE Building. Let us know before you leave so we can register your vehicle.
Yes. Skin imaging helps assess your skin before treatment planning. The listed options are a skin analysis report only (50,000 KRW) or a report with a consultation manager consultation (88,000 KRW).
Yes, you can request Dr. Jihye Yeom for your injectable treatments (Botox, fillers, and skin boosters). Requesting her specifically carries an additional 10% charge. She is available on Fridays (1:00 PM – 8:30 PM) and Weekends (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM). We recommend booking in advance as her slots fill up quickly.
Doctors perform laser, lifting, and injectable aesthetic treatments. Trained nurses administer IV infusions, and qualified aestheticians provide skin care.
Our consultation managers discuss your concerns and available options. A doctor consultation is available on weekdays from 11:00 AM for 50,000 KRW, deducted if you have treatment the same day. On weekends and public holidays, consultation managers provide consultations; doctors perform laser, lifting, and injectable aesthetic treatments.
We offer a comprehensive range including: Skin rejuvenation (Rejuran, Re2O, Exosomes, Stem Cell Therapy, Juvelook, осветляющие инъекции); Lifting & tightening (Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, InMode FX/Forma, Shurink, ONDA); Body treatments (ONDA, InMode, Body Filler, Body Botox, Body Contouring Injections); Injectables (Botox, Dermal Fillers, Collagen Stimulators); Laser & energy (Picosure, Excel V); Acne & scarring (PTT Ethosome + Genesis, Theraclear, Potenza, CO2 Laser); Tattoo removal; Laser hair removal (GentleMax Pro Plus Genesis, Apogee Elite+).
Ultherapy Prime uses microfocused ultrasound with imaging, while Thermage FLX uses monopolar radiofrequency. Both address skin laxity in different ways. The choice or combination depends on your skin and concerns.
Options include Ultherapy Prime, Thermage FLX, Shurink Universe, Potenza Diamond, ONDA, and InMode FX/Forma. Thread lifting is a separate, minimally invasive option. We assess laxity and facial volume before recommending an approach.
Some treatments can be performed in the same visit. We assess your skin and the intended combination before confirming the order, timing, and suitability.
Most elective aesthetic treatments are deferred during pregnancy. Tell us if you are pregnant or may be pregnant so the medical team can advise on assessment and suitable care.
Consultations with a personal consultant manager are completely free of charge. If you require a formal medical consultation with a doctor, a fee of 50,000 KRW applies, which is fully deducted if you proceed with a same-day treatment.
In accordance with South Korean tax regulations updated for 2026, cosmetic and beauty treatments no longer qualify for tourist VAT refunds.
The same standard prices apply to domestic and international patients. We accept cash, debit cards, major international credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, Apple Pay, WeChat Pay, and Alipay.
We match pain relief to the treatment and to what you are comfortable with: topical numbing cream, local nerve blocks, a pain-relief IV drip, or sedation where conditions allow.
Yes. We use only authentic Rejuran products, and every product is opened in front of you during your treatment. We are a certified 2026 Diamond Member and 2025 SVIP Rejuran Rejuvenation Club. We can provide the NFC tag upon request to verify authenticity.
We use genuine devices and appropriate manufacturer-supplied consumables. Single-use items are replaced for each patient. Ask us about the regulatory status of the specific device and treatment you are considering.
Before and after photos are available in our online gallery on the Forena Clinic website. Under Korean medical law, logging in with your account is required to view them.
You can access them instantly by visiting the Post-Procedure Instructions (Aftercare) page on our website: https://www.forenaclinic.com/aftercare-instructions
Generally, we recommend avoiding direct sun exposure, saunas, steam rooms, strenuous exercise, and alcohol for at least 24–48 hours after your treatment. Skincare with active ingredients such as retinol or acids should also be paused temporarily. For treatment-specific aftercare guidelines, please visit our aftercare page.
Makeup timing depends on the treatment and your skin’s recovery. Follow the instructions provided at your visit, or contact us through WhatsApp or info@forenaclinic.com if you are unsure.
You can contact us after returning home through WhatsApp or info@forenaclinic.com. Describe your symptoms and when they started so our team can advise on next steps. For severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, seek urgent local medical care.
Lifting
Numbing cream, nerve blocks, or cooling may be used depending on the treatment. Settings are selected with your skin and comfort in mind.
Discuss your flight schedule during consultation. Travel timing depends on the treatment and your recovery.
Most often the jawline, cheeks, under the chin and the neck. Depending on the device, the brow, mouth corners and nasolabial area can also be treated.
Skin boosters
Skin boosters generally focus on hydration and texture. Any effect on volume depends on the product and injection technique.
They may be combined, depending on the products and devices used. We assess suitability and timing during your in-person consultation.
Fillers & collagen boosters
They work differently. Hyaluronic acid fillers add volume directly, while collagen stimulators encourage gradual collagen production. Some products have both effects.
Hyaluronic acid fillers can be treated with a dissolving enzyme when appropriate. Collagen stimulators cannot be dissolved in the same way. Discuss the product and its risks before treatment.
Neuromodulators
We assess muscle strength and the amount of movement you want to retain. Wrinkle Neuromodulator and Power Wrinkle Neuromodulator options differ in dosing; the appropriate option is discussed during consultation.
Your previous response, treatment area, and goals help guide the choice. We will explain the available options during consultation.
Stem Cell Therapy
Yes. An in-person medical assessment is required to discuss suitability and plan the treatment.
This depends on the treatments and your medical assessment. Discuss the combination and timing during consultation.
Skin Care
This may be possible, depending on your skin condition and the programme. Share your arrival time and travel plans when booking.
Several protocols are designed specifically for post-procedure recovery.
Acne, pores & scars
Yes. Treatment for active acne differs from scar work and often comes first.
One session is unlikely to address all scarring. Several sessions may be recommended, with progress assessed over time.
Pigmentation & brightening
Laser treatment can worsen pigmentation in some cases. Suitability and settings require careful assessment, with progress reviewed during treatment.
Yes. Daily sun protection is an important part of pigmentation care. Follow the aftercare instructions provided for your treatment.
Some pigmentation, hair-removal, and tattoo-removal lasers may not be suitable for deeper skin tones. Contact us before booking; final suitability is assessed in person.
Facial contouring injections
Expect visible swelling for two to three days after most fat-dissolving injections. V-Olet (DCA) swells longer, usually settling within 7 days, occasionally up to two weeks. Plan events accordingly.
No. It refines proportion; it does not remove bone or skin.
Body Contouring
No. It reshapes specific areas; it does not replace weight management.
Planned at consultation, typically three to six per area.
Thread Lifting
Threads are placed beneath the skin, but visibility, dimpling, or unevenness can occur. Contact the clinic if these changes concern you or persist.
The treatments may be combined when appropriate. The sequence and timing are decided during consultation.
Hair Removal
Most areas take five to fifteen sessions, four to six weeks apart, depending on the area and your hair cycle.
Shave the area the day before; do not wax or pluck for four weeks.
IV Therapy
This may be possible after a medical assessment. The team will advise whether the treatments can be scheduled together.
A short medical review is required before your first drip.
Scalp Care
Density change is assessed at three months with photographs under fixed lighting.
Yes, from the following morning.
Tattoo & mole removal
Not always. Clearance depends on ink colour, depth and how long it has been there, and individual responses differ. We will tell you what to expect before starting rather than promise a result.
A small area of pigment change or a fine scar is possible, and we plan the method around where the lesion sits.
Yes. Our doctors assess the lesion before removal and will refer you for further assessment if anything needs it.
