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Non-Surgical Body Lifting in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea: Which Device for Which Area?
How body lifting devices differ, which ones suit the arms, belly and thighs, and what they cost for international patients in Gangnam, Seoul.
If you are an international patient looking into non-surgical body lifting in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea, the most confusing part is usually which device suits the arms, the belly or the thighs. This guide uses the body devices at Yaan Clinic in Samseong-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, near COEX, as the reference to compare how each device works, which devices are usually considered for each area and what they cost. Our device lineup is on the ONDA face and body lifting page.
At Yaan Clinic, our English-speaking team supports you from booking to your visit, only genuine devices and genuine tips are used, and everything from consultation to treatment takes place in 1:1 private rooms. If you are searching for Gangnam dermatology body lifting price or where to get non-surgical body tightening in Seoul, start with the tables below. It also applies if you are looking for non-surgical skin tightening in Seoul for loose arm and belly skin after pregnancy or weight loss.
Quick Summary / Key Takeaways
Suited to: Mild to moderate looseness on the arms, belly, thighs, above the knees or under the buttocks, for people who want firmer skin without surgery
How to choose a device: The device and number of sessions depend on skin thickness, fat, degree of sagging and how long you stay in Korea
How long it lasts: From 3 to 6 months or more up to about 1 year, depending on the device (individual results vary)
Price range: Body Ultherapy Prime from ₩600,000 per 100 shots (approx. $450 USD, may vary slightly with the daily exchange rate; 10% VAT not included)
Why Yaan Clinic: Body Ultherapy Prime, Body Sofwave, Body Thermage FLX, Body ONDA, Body Titanium and Ulfit are all available in one clinic, so the right device for each area can be combined. The full Thermage User Advanced Master Course has been completed, two Thermage devices keep waiting time short, and a genuine Thermage FLX certification card is issued. Only genuine devices and genuine tips are used, in 1:1 private rooms.
Medically Reviewed by Yaan Clinic Medical Team
How much does non-surgical body lifting cost for international patients in Gangnam, Seoul?
These are Yaan Clinic list prices, and 10% VAT is added separately. USD amounts are approximate at 1,325 won per US dollar and may vary slightly with the daily exchange rate. International patients pay the same list prices as Korean patients.
| Device | Option | Price | Sessions · how long it lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Ultherapy Prime | Per 100 shots | ₩600,000 (approx. $450 USD) | 1 session · about 1 year |
| Body Sofwave | 200 pulses | ₩2,900,000 (approx. $2,190 USD) | 1 session · about 1 year |
| Body ONDA | 100,000 J / 200,000 J | ₩1,290,000 (approx. $970 USD) / ₩1,990,000 (approx. $1,500 USD) | 1 to 3 sessions · 3 to 6 months or more |
| Body Titanium | 200 KJ / 300 KJ | ₩2,400,000 (approx. $1,810 USD) / ₩3,300,000 (approx. $2,490 USD) | Decided at consultation |
| Body Titanium + Body ONDA | Package | ₩3,500,000 to ₩5,100,000 (approx. $2,640 to $3,850 USD, may vary slightly with the daily exchange rate) | Decided at consultation |
| Ulfit | 600 shots | ₩300,000 (approx. $230 USD) | 3 to 5 sessions |
| Body Thermage FLX | By area | Quoted at your in-person consultation | Decided at consultation |
Other treatment prices are on our price list.
How are non-surgical body lifting devices different?
Body lifting devices all use heat energy to help new collagen form, but they differ in the type of energy and how deep it reaches. That is why the right device for the same area depends on whether the skin is thin or whether there is more fat.
| Device | Energy | Usually considered when |
|---|---|---|
| Body Ultherapy Prime | Focused ultrasound, with real-time imaging to check depth | Firmness has dropped down to the deeper layers over a wide area |
| Body Sofwave | Ultrasound that heats the dermis evenly over a wide area | Skin texture and fine lines have loosened together |
| Body Thermage FLX | Radiofrequency (RF) that heats the skin evenly | Thin, loose skin needs overall firming |
| Body ONDA | Microwave energy that works on the fat layer and skin together | Fat and sagging are both a concern |
| Body Titanium | Laser for firmness and smoother body lines | Firmness and lines need refining over a wide area |
| Ulfit | Body ultrasound, split over several sessions | Light, regular maintenance is the goal |
If you want to know what non-surgical body lifting can and cannot do in the first place, start with our non-surgical body lifting guide.
Which body lifting device suits the arms, belly or thighs for international patients in Gangnam, Seoul?
These are the devices usually considered for each area. The actual device and number of sessions are decided at your in-person consultation after the doctor checks skin thickness, fat and the degree of sagging.
| Area | Common concern | Devices usually considered |
|---|---|---|
| Inner upper arms | Thin skin that moves when you lift your arms | Body Thermage FLX, Body Sofwave · Body ONDA if there is also more fat |
| Belly | Skin loosened after pregnancy or weight loss | Body ONDA, Body Ultherapy Prime, Body Titanium |
| Inner thighs | Thin, loose skin that rubs when you walk | Body Thermage FLX, Body Sofwave |
| Above the knees | Crepey, sagging skin | Body Thermage FLX, Body Sofwave |
| Under the buttocks · back of thighs | A sagging line | Body Ultherapy Prime, Body Titanium |
If reducing fat comes first, see our guide to non-surgical fat reduction in Korea, and for overall body shaping, see our guide to non-invasive body contouring in Gangnam.
Which body lifting device fits a short trip to Korea?
One-session devices
Body Ultherapy Prime and Body Sofwave are done in 1 session and last about 1 year, so they fit easily into a short trip.
Multi-session devices
Body ONDA (1 to 3 sessions) and Ulfit (3 to 5 sessions) need several visits, so we first plan how many sessions fit into your stay.
Several areas in one day
Depending on the areas and devices, several areas can be treated on the same day, so tell us the areas you want and your departure date when you book.
Your flight home
Normal activities are usually possible the same day, but some redness or stiffness may remain briefly, so leave some time before your flight.
How do international patients find a good body lifting clinic in Gangnam, Seoul?
Many people search for “where to get body lifting in Gangnam,” but criteria you can check yourself are more reliable than reviews.
| What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| A range of devices | With only one or two devices, the choice for each area and condition becomes narrow |
| Genuine devices and genuine tips | Check whether genuine tips are opened in front of you and whether a genuine treatment can be confirmed |
| Sagging, fat and volume assessed separately | The same “loose belly” needs a different approach depending on the cause |
| Published prices and sessions | Clinics that publish list prices and recommended sessions for each device are easier to compare |
| English-speaking support | Check whether you can communicate in English from booking and treatment explanations to aftercare at home |
How does body lifting work at Yaan Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul?
Yaan Clinic is a high-end boutique clinic that Korean patients came to first for fillers, lifting, anti-aging and body treatments. That trust has carried over to international patients, and celebrities from Korea and abroad visit regularly.
English-speaking support and booking
Our English-speaking team answers on WhatsApp and the international patient line (+82 10 5308 0499), with a brief overview of treatments, prices and booking. Detailed consultation is held in person at the clinic.
Devices combined in one clinic
Body Ultherapy Prime, Body Sofwave, Body Thermage FLX, Body ONDA, Body Titanium and Ulfit are all available, so the right device for each area is combined at your in-person consultation. See our devices on the equipment page.
Thermage expertise (including Body Thermage)
The full Thermage User Advanced Master Course has been completed, and two Thermage devices keep waiting time short so each treatment is carried out carefully. Thermage has been performed on every version of the device, from Thermage CPT to the latest Thermage FLX, and a genuine Thermage FLX certification card is issued.
Genuine devices and genuine tips
Only genuine devices and genuine tips are used.
More than 16 years of experience and a private setting
The clinic has provided anti-aging and body treatments for over 16 years, in 1:1 private rooms in a standalone 400-pyeong building. See the space on our clinic introduction page.
You can meet the team on our medical staff page.
All treatments at Yaan Clinic are performed by a skilled, specialized medical team, delivering standardized, high-quality treatment based on the clinic’s own proven clinical protocols.
After you return home, you can send photos of the treated area on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk, and our medical team will check your condition and guide you on any follow-up care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q : Which device suits loose upper arm skin?
A : For thin, loose upper arm skin, Body Thermage FLX or Body Sofwave is usually considered, with Body ONDA added if there is also more fat. The actual device is decided at your in-person consultation.
Q : Which device suits loose belly skin?
A : When fat and sagging are both present, Body ONDA is usually considered; when firmness has dropped in the deeper layers, Body Ultherapy Prime or Body Titanium. If the skin folds and hangs or the abdominal muscles have separated, non-surgical treatment alone has limits.
Q : How many body lifting sessions do I need?
A : Yaan Clinic recommends 1 session for Body Ultherapy Prime and Body Sofwave, 1 to 3 sessions for Body ONDA and 3 to 5 sessions for Ulfit. This can vary with your skin.
Q : How long do body lifting results last?
A : Body Ultherapy Prime and Body Sofwave last about 1 year, and Body ONDA lasts 3 to 6 months or more (Yaan Clinic guidance; individual results vary).
Q : How much is Body Thermage FLX?
A : The number of shots for Body Thermage FLX depends on the area and its size, so the price is given at your in-person consultation. A genuine Thermage FLX certification card is issued.
Q : Do international patients pay more?
A : No. International patients pay the same list prices as Korean patients. For example, Body Ultherapy Prime is ₩600,000 (approx. $450 USD) per 100 shots. Prices are published on our price list, and 10% VAT is added separately.
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