Laser hair removal

Fewer hairs with every session

Laser energy is absorbed by the pigment in each hair and disables the follicle, so regrowth becomes finer and sparser with each session. Redness and small bumps usually fade within hours, and you can go straight back to sightseeing. A full course is usually 5–8 sessions 4–8 weeks apart, so one trip gives one session and the rest can follow on later visits or at home.

Downtime
0–1 days
Minimum stay
1 days
Sessions
5
A cross-section of skin with three dark hairs. A laser beam passes through the surface and the hairs and roots glow where they absorb it; beside it, the same patch later shows one fine hair and two faded roots.
  1. Light through the skin. The laser passes through the surface; mild redness for a few hours is normal.
  2. Pigment absorbs it. The dark hair and its root take up the energy as heat, which disables the follicle.
  3. After a course. Regrowth becomes finer and sparser with each session. A course is usually 5–8 sessions.

Works best on dark hair; light, grey or red hair responds poorly.

Estimated price range

KRW 20,000 – 400,000 · per session

≈ USD 15 – 297

Varies by clinic and your condition. The final price is confirmed after consultation.

Converted at a fixed rate as of 2026-09-11

Types and indicative prices

Many operations combine two or more of these. Prices are indicative ranges from Seoul clinics; the surgeon recommends a plan and the clinic quotes it after consultation.

  • Underarms

    A quick session covering both underarms. Suits anyone tired of shaving and dark shadowing from regrowth.

    Indicative price
    KRW 10,000 – 50,000 · both underarms, per session≈ USD 7 – 37
    Downtime
    0–1 days

  • Men's beard and face

    Thins or clears the beard, moustache and neck area. Suits men with razor bumps or irritation from daily shaving; coarse beard hair often needs more sessions.

    Indicative price
    KRW 35,000 – 150,000 · per session≈ USD 26 – 111
    Downtime
    0–1 days

  • Full legs

    Covers both legs from thigh to ankle in one longer session. Suits anyone who wants to stop regular shaving or waxing of the legs.

    Indicative price
    KRW 80,000 – 400,000 · per session≈ USD 59 – 297
    Downtime
    0–1 days

  • Bikini line or Brazilian

    Treats the bikini line only, or the full area for a Brazilian. Suits anyone prone to ingrown hairs or irritation from shaving there.

    Indicative price
    KRW 80,000 – 300,000 · per session≈ USD 59 – 223
    Downtime
    0–1 days

Good to know

  • Do not pluck or wax for 4 weeks before; shaving is fine, and you should shave the area the day before.
  • Avoid tanning before and after, and use sunscreen on treated areas that see the sun.
  • For darker skin types a long-pulse Nd:YAG (1064 nm) laser is the safer choice, and the clinic picks the device for your skin.
  • Tell the clinic about recent sun exposure, photosensitising medication or any skin condition; your doctor decides at consultation whether to proceed.

Questions

Is it permanent?

Most people see a lasting reduction after a full course, but some hairs can return over time and occasional top-up sessions are common.

Is it worth doing just one session on a trip?

One session starts the reduction, but a single visit will not complete a course. It makes most sense if you can return or continue the course at home.

Is it safe for darker skin?

Yes, when the right device and settings are used. A long-pulse Nd:YAG laser is generally preferred for darker skin types.

Does it hurt?

It feels like quick snaps of a rubber band, and most devices have cooling. Numbing cream can be used on sensitive areas.

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