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Ulthera (HIFU) in Korea

Ulthera uses focused ultrasound to heat the SMAS layer beneath the skin, producing gradual tightening of the lower face and neck without any incision.

60 listed clinics · Updated 2026-08-09

Dermatology & Skin treatment room in Korea
In short. Ulthera uses focused ultrasound to heat the SMAS layer beneath the skin, producing gradual tightening of the lower face and neck without any incision.
Indicative price
600,000 - 2,500,000 depending on shot count KRW
Procedure time
45 - 90 minutes
Anesthesia
Topical cream, sometimes oral analgesia
Recovery
None to mild redness, occasional tenderness for several days
Minimum stay in Korea
Same day
Also known as
Ultherapy, 울쎄라, HIFU lifting

It is measured and sold in lines or shots, so a quoted price is meaningless without the shot count. A full face and neck treatment typically uses 300 to 600 lines. Anything advertised as unusually cheap is normally a low shot count or a non-Ulthera HIFU device.

Ulthera Prime is the newer generation with real-time imaging. The tightening effect appears over two to three months and lasts roughly a year, which makes it a maintenance treatment rather than a substitute for a surgical lift.

Clinics offering Ulthera (HIFU)

Showing 60 clinics

Reob Dermatology Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Apgujeong, Seoul · Since 2026 · 5.0 on Google (13 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Gangnam-gu with 1 board-certified dermatologist, 6 minutes from Apgujeong Station.

1 specialist on HIRA registerUlthera (HIFU)

Dicarat Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Sinsa, Seoul · Since 2024 · 4.8 on Google (184 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Gangnam-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 13 minutes from Sinsa Station.

Aive Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Sinsa, Seoul · Since 2024 · 5.0 on Google (278 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Gangnam-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 8 minutes from Sinsa Station.

Diore Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Gangnam, Seoul · Since 2024 · 4.8 on Google (477 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Gangnam-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 12 minutes from Sinnonhyeon Station.

Nouve Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Gangnam, Seoul · Since 2024 · 4.8 on Google (23 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Gangnam-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 9 minutes from Seolleung Station.

Newriz Clinic

Plastic Surgery · Jamsil, Seoul · Since 2020 · 4.0 on Google (4 reviews)

Plastic surgery clinic in Songpa-gu with no plastic surgery board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 21 minutes from Jamsillaru Station.

DIAV Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Myeongdong, Seoul · Since 2024 · 4.9 on Google (450 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Jung-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 18 minutes from Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station.

Rielle Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Myeongdong, Seoul · Since 2025 · 5.0 on Google (52 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Jung-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 20 minutes from Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station.

Mend Clinic

Plastic Surgery · Itaewon & Hannam, Seoul · Since 2019 · 4.7 on Google (14 reviews)

Plastic surgery clinic in Yongsan-gu with no plastic surgery board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 51 minutes from Itaewon Station.

Beauty Lounge Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Itaewon & Hannam, Seoul · Since 2024 · 5.0 on Google (5 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Yongsan-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 2 minutes from Sinyongsan Station.

Centum Star Clinic

Plastic Surgery · Busan, Busan · Since 2015 · 5.0 on Google (1 review)

Plastic surgery clinic in Haeundae-gu with no plastic surgery board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 14 minutes from Centum City Station.

Nel Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Busan, Busan · Since 2014 · 4.7 on Google (42 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Jin-gu with no dermatology board certification recorded on the HIRA register, 10 minutes from Bujeon Station.

Daon Dermatology Clinic

Dermatology & Skin · Daegu, Daegu · Since 2017 · 3.1 on Google (14 reviews)

Dermatology clinic in Dalseo-gu with 2 board-certified dermatologists, 20 minutes from Sangin Station.

2 specialists on HIRA registerUlthera (HIFU)Botox & Fillers

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Frequently asked questions

How many Ulthera shots do I need?

Full face and neck is commonly 300 to 600 lines. Lower face only is around 200 to 300. Always confirm the line count in writing, because that is what determines both price and result.

Does Ulthera hurt?

It is felt as brief deep heat with each pulse and is uncomfortable rather than sharp. Clinics use topical anesthetic and sometimes oral pain relief; the newer Prime handpiece is generally reported as more tolerable.

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Further reading

Source: Ministry of Health and Welfare, Republic of Korea https://www.mohw.go.kr/eng/