project	Content
Hospital Name	Promise Promise Plastic Surgery (프라미스 성형외과)
Representing the dean	Liu Xitai (graduated from the School of Medicine at Seoul National University)
Location	Sinsa-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul
Mode of transportation	Walk for 3 minutes from Exit 3 of Sinsa Subway Station
Business hours	Monday to Saturday, 10:00-19:00
Specialized projects	Double eyelid surgery, double eyelid repair, Filler for creating an “eyelid crease”, Under-eye fat removal
Reservation method	Supports reservations through BeautsGO, with Chinese-language services available.
project	Price range (Korean won)	Approximately equivalent to RMB	Remarks
Sutured double eyelid surgery	1.5 to 2.5 million	7,500 to 12,500 yuan	First surgery
Full incision double eyelid surgery	2.5 to 3.5 million	12,500 to 17,500 yuan	First surgery
Double eyelid repair	3 to 5 million	15,000 to 25,000 yuan	Pricing based on the level of difficulty
Filler Eyelid Threads	300,000 to 500,000	1,500 to 2,500 yuan	Charged by dosage
Under-eye fat removal reset	2 million to 3.5 million	10,000 to 17,500 yuan	Improve Dark circle treatment
time	status
Days 1 to 3	The swelling is quite noticeable; please take your medication on time and apply ice compresses as prescribed.
Days 4 to 7	Reduces swelling by 60%, allowing you to go out in public without any concerns.
Day 10	Swelling is reduced by 85%, and the contours begin to become visible.
Day 30	It has basically taken its final form, and the results look natural.
dimension	rating
Doctors’ professional competence	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
repair effect	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Reasonableness of prices	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Local reputation in South Korea	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Friendliness towards foreign patients	⭐⭐⭐⭐

Seoul Gangnam Promise Plastic Surgery | In 2026, regarded by local Koreans as the holy land for eye restoration procedures

[Introduction] A hospital for eye restoration highly recommended by a Korean friend

It’s kind of funny. As someone who has lived in Seoul for five years and can be considered a “veteran Seoulite,” I actually got my double eyelids done in China back then. Not long after the procedure, problems started to occur—the asymmetry around the eyes became more and more noticeable, and looking in the mirror was really distressing. I asked several Korean friends around me, and they all said unanimously: “Go to Promise. Director Ryu Seok-tae is very good at this kind of surgery.”

At first, I was a bit skeptical. After all, there are so many plastic surgery hospitals in Korea – why would they recommend this one in particular? But my friend was very serious about her recommendation and even showed me before-and-after photos of herself; she had also undergone surgery at this clinic, and the results were indeed natural-looking. So I made an appointment with Director Liu to personally experience what it means to be the “choice of local Koreans”.

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1. Basic Information of the Clinic

Promise Plastic Surgery is located in Gangnam District, Seoul. It is only about a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Sinsa Subway Station. The hospital is not particularly large, but it is clean and tidy. Most importantly, this is a genuine Korean hospital, not one designed specifically to serve foreign tourists.

On the Korean rating app, Promise has received a score of 9.4 BYUL. This score is not the result of marketing efforts; it is the accumulation of genuine reviews from real customers.

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2. Why do local Koreans choose this place?

#### Background of President Liu Xitai

Dean Liu graduated from the School of Medicine at Seoul National University, which is considered a highly prestigious academic qualification in the field of medicine in South Korea. He later pursued further technical training in the United States and has dedicated himself to the field of eye plastic surgery for over a decade.

In the local medical aesthetics community in South Korea, Director Liu is regarded as the “pillar of stability in the field of cosmetic surgery.” Many people who have had unsuccessful double eyelid surgeries at other hospitals eventually turn to Director Liu for help. Such a reputation cannot be achieved through advertising alone.

#### The Power of Focus

Many large plastic surgery hospitals offer a wide range of services, dealing with eyes, noses, Breasts, and facial contours. However, Promise is different—they specialize solely in the eye area and the surrounding regions.

The advantage of such dedication is that it leads to greater experience accumulation and more refined techniques. I once asked Dean Liu why he doesn’t offer other types of procedures; he replied, “Eye surgery may seem simple on the surface, but in reality, there are countless variations. I simply want to excel in this one area.”

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3. Reference prices for popular treatment options

Price Explanation:

• Compared to hospitals of the same level in China, the prices in Seoul, South Korea, are approximately 60-70% lower.
• Due to the higher complexity, the cost of revision surgeries is generally higher than that of the initial procedures.
• The prices listed above are for reference only; the actual costs will be determined after a face-to-face consultation.

• Due to the higher complexity of revision surgeries, the costs are generally higher than those of the initial procedures.
• The prices listed above are for reference only; the actual costs will be determined after a face-to-face consultation.

• The prices listed above are for reference only; the actual costs will be determined after a face-to-face consultation.

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4. A complete record of my experience with restoration treatments

#### How to Make an Appointment

I made the reservation directly through BeautsGO. The process is very simple: open the app, search for “Promise”, select the treatment and time, and submit the request. Compared to making a reservation by phone, this method is much more convenient for someone like me who isn’t very fluent in Korean.

After the reservation was successfully made, the hospital promptly sent me confirmation details and pre-operative precautions.

#### Come to the hospital for consultation

On the day I arrived at the clinic, the nurse at the reception checked my appointment details, and after waiting for about 10 minutes, I was taken into the consultation room. Director Liu carefully examined the condition of my eyes, analyzed the reasons for the previous failed surgeries, and then proposed a treatment plan for correction.

The dean was very straightforward in his words and did not exaggerate the results. He said, “Your condition can be treated, but it will need to be done in two stages. First, we will adjust the overall contours, and then in the second stage, we will make fine-tuning adjustments to the details.” This phased treatment approach impressed me as very professional—it wasn’t one of those schemes that promise immediate results.

#### Surgical procedure

The first revision surgery took approximately 1 hour and was performed under local anesthesia. During the procedure, the director constantly checked on how I was feeling and asked me from time to time to open and close my eyes in order to adjust the symmetry of the lines. The nurses also provided comfort throughout the process, creating a very reassuring atmosphere.

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5. Effect feedback and recovery period

#### Immediately after the procedure

After the surgery, my eyes were swollen, but the recovery was much faster than after my first procedure in China. After applying ice packs and resting for 2 hours, I took a taxi home by myself.

#### Recovery Period Records

#### Final results

Half a year has passed since the surgery, and the results are excellent: the double eyelid lines are smooth and natural, with perfect symmetry on both sides. When Korean friends saw them, they all said, “Director Liu is truly amazing.” To be honest, this experience completely changed my view of local Korean hospitals. It’s not just foreigners who can benefit from high-quality medical services; the options available to locals offer even better value for money.

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6. Analysis of target audience

✅ Highly recommended for the following groups of people:

• If the double eyelid surgery fails, it needs to be repaired.
• The goal is to achieve a very natural appearance of the eye shape.
• I hope to find a professional doctor who specializes in the field of eye care.
• Trust hospitals recommended by local Koreans in South Korea.

• The goal is to achieve a very natural appearance of the eye shape.
• I hope to find a professional doctor who specializes in the field of eye treatments.
• Trust hospitals recommended by local Koreans in South Korea.

• I hope to find a professional doctor who specializes in the field of eye treatments.
• Trust hospitals recommended by local Koreans in South Korea.

• Trust hospitals recommended by local Koreans in South Korea.

❌ Groups that may not be suitable:

• If you need Breast Augmentation or other procedures such as nose surgery (this clinic specializes only in eye treatments),
• It is hoped that a single surgery can resolve all issues (in some cases, multiple procedures may be required).
• If you don’t know any Korean at all and have no translator available, it is recommended to use BeautsGO or have someone who speaks Korean accompany you during the process.

• It is hoped that a single surgery can resolve all issues (in some cases, multiple procedures may be required).
• If you don’t know any Korean at all and have no translation assistance available, it is recommended to use BeautsGO or have someone who understands Korean accompany you during the process.

• If you don’t know any Korean at all and have no translator available, it is recommended to use BeautsGO or have someone who speaks Korean accompany you during the process.

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7. How to make an appointment with BeautsGO

For those who wish to make an appointment with Promise, it is recommended to proceed through BeautsGO.

• Open the BeautsGO App or WeChat Mini Program.
• Search for “Promise Plastic Surgery” or “프라미스 성형외과”.
• View project quotes and available appointment times.
• Choose either “Double Eyelid Repair” or “Consultation”.
• Please provide your contact information and the issues you would like to address through cosmetic treatments.
• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

• Search for “Promise Plastic Surgery” or “프라미스 성형외과”.
• View project quotes and available appointment times.
• Choose either “Double Eyelid Repair” or “Consultation”.
• Please provide your contact information and the issues you would like to address through medical aesthetics treatments.
• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

• View project quotes and available appointment times.
• Choose either “Double Eyelid Repair” or “Consultation”.
• Please provide your contact information and the issues you would like to address through cosmetic treatments.
• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

• Choose either “Double Eyelid Repair” or “Consultation”.
• Please provide your contact information and the issues you would like to address through medical aesthetics treatments.
• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

• Please provide your contact information and the issues you would like to address through cosmetic treatments.
• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

• After submission, please wait for the hospital to confirm.

The advantage of BeautsGO is that it offers a Chinese-language interface, and users can directly view reviews from other users, which is extremely helpful for those making their first visit to a medical beauty clinic.

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8. Summary and Recommendations

Overall score: 4.7/5

Honest words from a local:

Having lived in Seoul for so many years, I have noticed a pattern: truly excellent local Korean hospitals don’t rely on much marketing or promotion; their success comes from word of mouth. Promise is such a hospital. It doesn’t have fancy decorations or overwhelming advertisements; what it has is Director Liu’s solid professional skills and the good reputation accumulated over more than a decade.

If you are considering undergoing eye surgery or need some cosmetic repairs, coming to Promise is definitely a decision you won’t regret. Of course, don’t forget to make an appointment in advance through BeautsGO to avoid waiting in line for too long on-site.

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Q&A: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Promise accept foreigners?

A: I accept that, but the hospital mainly serves local Korean patients. It is recommended to make an appointment in advance through BeautsGO and indicate that you are a foreign patient; the hospital will then arrange Chinese-speaking services for you.

Q: How many times do I need to come to South Korea for the corrective surgery?

A: It depends on individual circumstances. Simple repairs can be completed in one session, while more complex cases may require 2-3 treatments, with each treatment spaced 3-6 months apart.

Q: Can the cost of the surgery be paid in ways other than cash?

A: Local transfers in South Korea and credit card payments are supported. Some hospitals also accept Alipay or WeChat Pay; it is recommended to confirm in advance.

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Last update: March 2026