First-Time Botox in Busan: Questions to Ask Before Your Appointment

Why preparation matters for a first Botox treatment

Botox is one of the most familiar cosmetic treatments in Korea, and the appointment itself is usually short. That speed can make it tempting to walk in without much thought. For a first treatment, though, a few minutes of preparation can make the experience calmer and the result closer to what you want. It also helps you judge whether a clinic is taking your safety seriously.

Here are the questions worth asking, grouped by topic, along with the kind of answers to look for.

Questions about who will treat you

Will a doctor assess me and perform the injection? A physician-led consultation means the plan is based on a medical assessment of your face and health.
Can we talk in a language I am comfortable with? Clear communication matters when describing the look you want and your medical history.
What happens if I have a concern afterwards? Ask how to contact the clinic and whether a review is possible during your stay.

Questions about the treatment plan

Which areas do you recommend, and why? A good answer explains how muscles create the lines or shape you are concerned about.
Which product will be used? It is reasonable to ask the toxin's name and whether it is a Korean or imported brand. Brand specifics such as Nabota, Botulax or Xeomin can be discussed at consultation.
How will you keep my expressions natural? Many first-timers prefer a conservative approach that keeps some movement.
When will I see results, and how long will they last? Effects usually develop over days to about two weeks, and are temporary. Jaw slimming takes longer, developing over weeks.
Is Botox the right treatment for my concern? Some lines are caused by volume loss or skin quality rather than muscle, and other treatments may suit them better.

Questions about safety and side effects

What side effects are common? Expect an honest answer that includes small bruises, mild swelling, tenderness and sometimes headache.
What less common effects should I watch for? For example, a heavy brow or eyelid after forehead or frown-line treatment, or chewing fatigue after jaw Botox.
Is there anything in my health history that matters? Tell the doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding, neuromuscular conditions, allergies, and medications or supplements that affect bleeding. If any apply, consult a doctor before deciding.
What aftercare should I follow? Common advice includes not rubbing the treated area, staying upright for a few hours and avoiding saunas and intense exercise on the day.

Questions about price and payment

Is the price per area or per unit? Understanding how a price is structured avoids surprises.
Is VAT included? In Korea, prices are sometimes shown without the 10% VAT.
Is this a first-visit price? Introductory prices may apply only once.
When do I pay? Ideally after the consultation confirms the plan, so you know exactly what you are agreeing to.

At Daybeau Clinic Seomyeon, Botox prices are published in KRW. These are first-visit prices, VAT excluded (10% VAT added at payment), checked October 2026:

Wrinkle Botox, Korean toxin, 1 area. 3,000 KRW (forehead, glabella, nose bridge or eye area).
Jaw Botox 50 units. 9,900 KRW.
Body Botox 100 units, Korean toxin, 1 area. 29,000 KRW (calves, thighs, trapezius or arms).

First-visit prices apply once per new patient per item, and payment is made at the clinic on the day of treatment after the consultation. See the full price list and our Botox overview.

Practical tips for visitors to Busan

Book early in your trip. This gives time to check how the result develops and contact the clinic if needed.
Arrive without heavy makeup. It makes the assessment easier.
Bring your history. Any previous Botox, including roughly when and which product, helps the doctor plan.
Know the location. Daybeau Clinic Seomyeon is on the 15th floor (Room 1501) of the Ion City Building, 74 Seomyeon-ro, a short walk from Seomyeon Station. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 10:00–20:00 and Saturday 10:00–16:00.

Suitability and results vary, and the doctor decides at consultation whether treatment is appropriate.