Plastic Surgery in Korea – What Foreigners Need to Know

In Part 2 of Lauren’s interview with beauty concierge Jennifer Seo, from Aneue Concierge, the two dive into the surgical side of Korea’s booming beauty industry. From cultural attitudes to surgery to what really happens behind the scenes at a Korean clinic, this is your go-to guide for medical tourism in Korea.If you’ve ever considered getting a procedure done in Seoul - or just wanted to know what Korean celebrities are really doing to look so flawless - this episode is for you.

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🎧 Catch up on Part 1 if you missed it for Jennifer’s insights into Korean skincare, booster treatments & stem cells: Here 

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In Part 2, Lauren & Jennifer break down:

• What makes the Korean approach to plastic surgery different
• The most in-demand procedures for international clients 
• Why factory-style clinics are common (and how to avoid the wrong ones)
• How much downtime you’ll really need for treatments like Thermage, Ulthera, and Botox
• Red flags when picking a provider (and what you should always ask)
• Why working with a concierge service can save you time, stress & money

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