4 hours ago, cupcake_star said:

Do check out their limousine buses! it's really convenient and it's affordable at around ~$15,000 won. I have 2 links here that might help: 

https://blog.bnbhero.com/airport-bus/ 

https://www.airport.kr/ap/en/tpt/busRouteList.do

They have many bus numbers available that brings you to different parts of Seoul.  During my trip, I stayed around Sinsa during my trip so I took bus 6009 from airport T2 to Sinsa station. I purchased the ticket from the counter and it costs $15,000 won.  The bus accepts T-money card too so I would suggest you to purchase one   

Thank you cupcake!

3 hours ago, Snorl4x99 said:

Hi everyone, I'll be having des and some Fg. just wondering how long I should stay in Korea for to accommodate consultations, surgery and aftercare. Once a clinic has been decided, how long have people had to wait to get a surgery date? Is 1 week in South Korea to do everything sufficient?

 

 

 

Hi, I heard foreigner usually wait for few days (1-3 days) to schedule  surgery but clinics prioritize foreigner if possible. They know limited time. I think 1 week is too short. Usually it takes 5 -7 days for suture removal (incisional DES).

On 1/2/2020 at 9:22 AM, future said:

planning to revision DES on February in Korea ... any recommendations ????

PS: I’m only looking for specialized revision DES clinic 

my list 

1. IOU  

2. Teuim

3. DNA (I heard primary DES better but not Revision)

4. Duhan (expensive and when second time I consult again with the consultant, increase cost!)

5.misoline (only Korean speaking and I have no idea how to get them contact)

I also heard Eve PS with Dr.Chung is good. He answers kakao chat himself, speak  English.

For primary DES . Which doctor at DNA PS?

22 hours ago, rosie152 said:

Could I DM you since we are going around the same time? My kakao is rosie152 

Hi Rosie152,

Sure, no problem. Just PM me.

3 hours ago, rosie152 said:

Hi there! I was considering Item or UVOM and maybe mate PS (I can't speak Korean and I'm not sure if I want to find my own translator). It's still hard to make a decision on a clinic though.. because I feel like the before and after pics aren't too different from site to site.. also there's not too many review of clinics that aren't as popular with foreigners. How are you making your decision?

Hi rosie152,

There are many clinics. I find forum here are helpful. To me doctor's good reputation and credential are more important than clinic. I'm okaly going to smaller clinic that's more popular among locals. Also, doctor stitching style, board certified and price.

I'm planning to have f2f consultation with few clinics. Then, decide with clinic to go for surgery.

You can hire english translator. Please refer to post by somedayskiesareblue. Her posting is very informative. 

Good luck! Let me know if you have other questions. 

This is amazing. Very helpful!

Thank you very much Somedayskiesareblue!

On 12/28/2019 at 6:11 PM, Twosweet said:

Hi there  Yes, I'm planning to go get my DES either in May or September. My list is Dream PS, NANA PS, Marble PS and Ilumi PS. However, my quote from Marble is pretty high ><. Excited! Hope you have an amazing trip in Feb

Hi Twosweet,

Which doctor do you choose in Dream PS and Marble PS?

5 minutes ago, somedayskiesareblue said:

hi, in2eeyor. i chose him for his neat symmetrical lines; and i have earlier shared my results in the KKT chats (links at sidebar of BH website). 

i actually did incisional des + lateral canthoplasty + slight epi. I will reply your PM in more details. cheers.

Thank you!  Anytime at your earliest convenient for my PM reply

I joined KKT chats for eyes & nose. It asked for chatroom code. I asked admin about a week ago and still haven't received it. Will check into your post once I can access KKT chats

Happy New Year!

6 hours ago, somedayskiesareblue said:

Sorry for the late reply dear. I am not sure if they accepted credit card but I paid with cash. Don't think there was a further discount with cash since I got the tax refund slip. Usually clinics that give discount with cash will not have a tax refund slip (since they technically don't declare the transaction to the tax authorities).

As mentioned in my post, I found out about Mate PS because I was researching the doctor not the clinic. The clinic is newly set up by a doctor, former Topface, Cinderella. I like his aesthetics sense so I went to him. 

Transportation - subway is well connected and very reasonable rates. From airport to central Seoul, there are several airport buses that cost about 15USD - skip the taxi; that will set you back about 60USD. I stayed in an Airbnb since I was there for slightly more than a month - prices were more reasonable; there was a fridge for me to store the ice pack and a washing machine for me to do my laundry. However, I can speak some Korean and can read a fair bit of Korean so I didn't quite need much assistance around. If you prefer to have someone who can speak English in the vicinity (for assistance with finding things, asking questions, getting directions), a hotel in the Gangnam/Sinsa/Apgujeong area may be a better choice. 

I will do up a post on getting around Korea soon. All the best for your PS journey.

Hi Somedayskiesareblue,

No problem. I'm glad you reply to my post. Your posts are very informative and thorough. With Mate PS, did you do only incisional DES or both with lateral canthoplasty? I know you mentioned in an earlier post you did not do Epi canthoplasty per Doctor recommendation.

How's doctor's stitching style and your scar after surgery?

Thank you

4 hours ago, somedayskiesareblue said:

Different clinics have different refund policies. Legally, clinics are only required to refund 90% of the surgery cost (i.e. not the 10% deposit) if you cancel 3 days before the surgery date. It is always good to ask for the clinic to provide the refund policy in black and white when you pay the deposit for avoidance of doubt in the event you would like to get a refund subsequently.

I wouldn't rush to book a surgery date unless you are super sure that you are going to go with the doctor. Paying the deposit means they know they have locked you in. Consequently,  

• 1) You lose your bargaining power to negotiate for lower prices
• 2) They won't be so welcoming and may even make you wait for a fair bit before the f2f consult with the doctor if there are other potential patients which they have not managed to lock in
• 3) You are at their mercy if they decide to shift your surgery date to slot in someone else or if the doctor is suddenly not available 

I would try to squeeze in as many consultations as possible on Day 1 (and Day 2 if needed). Remember to ask for the surgery dates after consultation (clinics are usually willing to shift local patients around to slot in international patients). You can refer to my other post on pre-surgery pointers and consultation questions for more details of questions you may wish to ask during the f2f consults (https://beautyhacker.com/topic/1015406-pre-surgery-pointers-list-of-consultation-questions/). 

 

 

Thank you so much somedayskies are blue for your advice! By the way, love your username, good choice!

Very good tips! Thank you!

All clinics required 10% deposit to book surgery date. I plan to stay in SK for 10 days and have face to face consultation before selecting one clinic for surgery (Day 1 for consultation and day 2 for surgery)

Does anyone know if a clinic will refund your deposit if you choose NOT to have surgery there? Any suggestions.

Thanks

16 hours ago, kino said:

Desktop App Download:

You can use discord on your PC/Mac at home or work.

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Chat bar now has formatting. See formatting like bold, italics, mentions, emojis, and more live as you type. We also show a character counter when you get close to max, and if you go over, give you the option to upload text as a file.

You can now log in to desktop using QR Codes. If you’re logged into Discord on your mobile device, just use your phone to scan the QR code on the Discord desktop app or webpage and you’re in.

Hi Kino,

Are we using discord now instead of beauthyhacker forum or kakao talk for discussion?

What SIM Card to use for visiting SK about 2 weeks?  Need mostly data for browsing internet, not planning to make phone call.

Thank you

1 hour ago, Joyce said:

I have not tried those treatments but am also very curious about their effectiveness. Would be glad if those with experience could chime in

If I try that, I'll let you know. I'm going in Feb for DES.

2 hours ago, Joyce said:

Hi in2eeyor, fraxel did improved my skin condition much more than rejuran. Erased my acne scars (not indented) and open pores but it did not last long for me, new acne scars and open pores (same area) were back after 6 months. So a good and proper skincare routine would be highly advised after fraxel treatment. 

Thank you for your input!  Have you heard about RTR (non surgical solution for skin resurfacing)  or Micro CL or BB shine?

Hi Twosweet:

Clinics on my list: Answer PS, Mate PS, Marble PS, JK PS, Ive PS, Item PS

Are you going to have eyelid surgery?

What's the best transportation from Incheon Airport to Gangnam? Is it better to take taxi or public transportation?

Thank you

Hi Somedayskiesareblue,

This topic is very helpful. Thank you for posting this.

On 12/14/2019 at 1:08 PM, rosie152 said:

Hi everyone! Im in my late twenties and have never had any procedures before. I'm thinking about going to Korea early feb to get DES. Still researching! Please let me know if you are going around that time as well or if you have had good experiences with clinics! Much appreciated!

Hi rosie152,

I'm also planning to SK for DES in early Feb 2020. I'm still searching so far I'm thinking Answer PS, Marble PS, JK PS, Mate PS. I also heard about Item PS from this forum.

Have you found any clinics?

Hello everyone,

I'm new to this group. My username is in2eeyor. I'm planning to go to SK next February 2020 for DES. This group has been helpful. Glad I found beautyhacker

Hi somedayskiesareblue,

You're right about these agencies claimed they don't take a cut. I've heard it before. Currently, I'm in search of clinics/doctors for DES now, places to stay, transportation etc. . Thank you for your honest feedback!

4 hours ago, somedayskiesareblue said:

Hi, 

Yes, I am perfectly happy with the result for my eyes as it is exactly what i wanted - medium to high deep crease, neat symmetrical lines. 

Unfortunately, as far as I am aware, the website is in Korean. There is a consultant that can speak a little English, but I mainly communicated with them in Korean. 

I understand from some of them who went after me that they either went without a translator or requested for the clinic to help hire one. 

Thank you for your feedback!

I'm happy that you have good result. I'll request consultation there for sure (hopefully it won't be problem with a language barrier). I also contacted english translator you mentioned JJ.

How did you find out about Mate PS? Honestly, this's my first time hearing it from you. 

Clinics on my list are: Answer PS,  JK PS,  Marble PS, and  Mina PS.

Do you have any suggestions/tips for tourist in Korea? Places to stay?  Transportation (subway, taxi)? Did Mate PS accept credit card or better discount with cash?

Sorry I ask many questions. This will be my first time going to SK & have surgery. I'm nervous & worried but also want to get it over with.  I've always wanted to "fix" my eyes. Now, it's almost dream come true

Thanks a bunch !

Thank you for posting this!

On 11/18/2019 at 3:53 PM, Rey said:

I stayed there earlier this year, from February to end of March, at pineville in yeoksam station very clean. I liked it, I partied a lot and got back to the hostel at like 3am a lot and the area it is at, is kind of a mid bougie area, so safe, that no one bothered tipsy me, any who if you want the owners kkt I can dm it to you, but I'm sure you can find the place website online. I just always talk to him directly, I am also going back this dec to jan.

Hi Rey, I'm interested on this place. Could you DM his info please? Thanks