Environmental Experience: This hospital is located on the second floor of the Apgujeong building, within a medical complex on Nonhyeon-ro in Gangnam District. The decoration style is relatively traditional and not as elaborate as that of some popular online clinics, but it exudes a sense of stability and reliability. The waiting area is filled with many middle-aged Korean women, who are likely regular customers of this hospital.

Consultation experience: The director personally conducted the consultation for me, communicating in Korean with Chinese interpretation. After reviewing my previous failed surgical cases, he immediately identified the problem: “Excessive removal of tissue led to adhesions.” He proposed a solution that involved releasing the adhesions and performing fat transplantation. He did not over-promote any other treatments, which gave me the impression that he was very practical and down-to-earth.

For reference, the cost of eye Revision Surgery ranges from approximately 3.5 million to 4.5 million Korean won, and the exact fee will depend on the specific details of the procedure.

The second one: Ruby Plastic Surgery

Environmental Experience: Located on the 11th floor of the Sky Sun Building on Gangnam-daero, the interior design is warm and modern. Soft music plays in the waiting area, and the nurses are very friendly. The customers here are predominantly young people, with many Korean girls in their twenties.

Consultation experience: This hospital emphasizes a “natural style,” and the director’s aesthetic preferences are indeed quite conservative. When reviewing case studies, I noticed that the results after the surgeries all looked very “natural” – it was impossible to tell that any cosmetic procedures had been performed. However, in my case, which required “eye repair,” the director admitted that the procedure would be relatively challenging and might require two separate surgeries to complete.

For reference, the cost of Double eyelid surgery ranges from 2.5 million to 3.5 million Korean won, while eye shape correction costs approximately 2 million to 3 million Korean won.

The third one: SEHYUN AESTHETIC Plastic Surgery Center

Environmental Experience: This is a relatively new hospital with a modern and minimalist design; the equipment appears to be quite advanced. The walls are adorned with the director’s qualifications and academic achievements, giving off an impression of professionalism. There are not many people in the waiting area, so the environment is quite quiet.

Consultation experience: The director placed great emphasis on “the coordination of the proportions of the facial features” and did not recommend adjusting any single part separately. He suggested that I undergo a “comprehensive design” and used 3D simulation technology to show me the expected results after the procedure. Although the cost was slightly higher than that of the other two clinics, his professional approach made me feel that the money was well spent.

For reference, the cost of eye Revision Surgery ranges from approximately 4 million to 5.5 million Korean won, including the fee for 3D simulation design.

Summary of comparisons among the three companies

After this hands-on experience, I gained a more intuitive understanding of these three hospitals. To facilitate comparison for everyone, I have prepared a table:

Comparative items	kimjongseo	Ruby	SEHYUN AESTHETIC
Overall style	Pragmatic and traditional, with extensive experience in restoration work	Natural and warm, with a conservative aesthetic perspective	Modern professionalism emphasizes the importance of proportion and harmony.
Repair experience	??⭐⭐⭐⭐	??⭐⭐	??⭐⭐⭐
Price range	medium	Lower	Higher
Suitable for	People who need Revision Surgery	Young people who pursue a natural style	People who pay attention to the proportion of facial features
Environmental atmosphere	Traditional medical buildings are characterized by their stability and solidity.	Pink is warm and cozy, just like a beauty salon.	Modern and minimalist design, with a strong professional vibe

Practical advice

1. How to make an appointment

In South Korea, it is necessary to make an appointment in advance for plastic surgery procedures. You can directly book a Chinese-speaking consultation through the BeautsGO app, and a professional medical translator will accompany you during the consultation, ensuring smoother communication. I made my appointment through BeautsGO this time, and the translator was extremely professional – she even prepared many questions for me in advance.

2. Preparations before consultation

I suggest that everyone prepare in advance their “desired outcome images” and “cases that they would absolutely not accept.” This way, the doctor will be able to better understand your requirements. This time, I brought with me photos of celebrity eyes that I liked, and I also shared some failed cases to illustrate the effects that I did not want. This greatly improved the efficiency of our communication.

3. Postoperative follow-up examinations

Plastic surgery clinics in South Korea usually offer follow-up services after the procedure, but patients are required to stay in South Korea for at least 7 to 10 days. If your time is limited, be sure to inquire in detail about how to handle any potential issues after returning home, and request detailed instructions for post-operative care.

I hope my experience during this in-person consultation can be of some help to everyone! Everyone’s situation is different, so I recommend that you definitely go for a personal consultation to find the doctor and treatment plan that suit you best. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me in the comment section!