A stem cell facial in Korea is usually a single visit in which a cell-free culture product, classed as a cosmetic, is pressed into skin that microneedling or RF microneedling has just opened. It targets dullness, fine texture and pores rather than volume or sagging. Pinkness typically fades within hours to a few days, so most visitors fit it into a short stay.
Stem cell processingClinics in Korea
5 clinics for Stem cell therapy in Korea
| # | Clinic | Devices & products | Area | Languages | Listed price | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RE:BERRY Clinic Gangnam | Stem cell therapy · PRP · Rejuran Healer · Juvelook | Gangnam Station | English · 中文 · 日本語 · Español | ₩5,000,000 | 4.9 (1,155) |
| 2 | RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong | Stem cell therapy · Rejuran Healer · Juvelook · Re2O | Myeongdong Station | English · 中文 · 日本語 · Español | ₩4,000,000 | 4.9 (1,091) |
| 3 | Cellon Dermatology Clinic (Cheongdam) | Stem cell therapy · PRP · Rejuran Healer | Cheongdam Station | English · 中文 · 日本語 | - | - |
| 4 | Cellis LAB CLINIC | Stem cell therapy · PRP | Korea | - | - | - |
| 5 | ADO Clinic | Stem cell therapy · Rejuran Healer · Juvelook | Korea | - | ₩2,100,000 | 5.0 (659) |
11. RE:BERRY Clinic Gangnam
★ 4.91,155 Google reviewsRE:BERRY Clinic Gangnam is a 2-minute walk from Gangnam Station Exit 10, a skin and aesthetic clinic with a 4.9 average from 1,155 Google reviews. Its menu covers stem cell therapy as well as HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Staff consult in English, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish, and stem cell therapy is listed from ₩5,000,000 + VAT.
Gangnam Station skin clinic built around five-language care
- Five-language desk
- Gallery-style interior
- Regenerative skin menu
- Location
- Gangnam Station (Line 2) Exit 10, 2 min walk
- Languages
- English · 中文 · 日本語 · Español
- Listed price
- From ₩5,000,000 + VAT
22. RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong
★ 4.91,091 Google reviewsRE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong is a skin and aesthetic clinic near Myeongdong Station, rated 4.9 from 1,091 Google reviews. Stem cell therapy is offered here together with HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Consultations are available in English, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish; its listed stem cell therapy price starts from ₩4,000,000 + VAT.
Myeongdong flagship for lifting, glass skin and stem cell
- Flagship space
- Open every day
- Six languages
- Location
- Myeongdong Station (Line 4) / Euljiro-ipgu Station (Line 2)
- Languages
- English · 中文 · 日本語 · Español
- Listed price
- From ₩4,000,000 + VAT
33. Cellon Dermatology Clinic (Cheongdam)
Cellon Dermatology Clinic (Cheongdam) sits a 5-minute walk from Cheongdam Station, a skin and aesthetic clinic. It offers stem cell therapy alongside HIFU lifting, RF lifting and Botox. Consultations are available in English, Chinese and Japanese.
Stem cell and regenerative aesthetics clinic in Cheongdam
- Regenerative focus
- Cheongdam boutique
- Private rooms
- Location
- Cheongdam Station or Apgujeong Rodeo Station, about 5 minutes by taxi
- Languages
- English · 中文 · 日本語
44. Cellis LAB CLINIC
Cellis LAB CLINIC runs a skin and aesthetic clinic in Korea. Stem cell therapy is on its menu.
Stem cell-based regenerative anti-aging clinic in Seocho
- Regenerative care
- In-house cell lab
- Hotel-suite recovery
- Location
- Korea
55. ADO Clinic
★ 5.0659 Google reviewsADO Clinic is a skin and aesthetic clinic in Korea, rated 5.0 from 659 Google reviews. Stem cell therapy is offered here together with Botox, fillers and skin boosters. Its listed stem cell therapy price starts from ₩2,100,000 + VAT.
Filler- and lifting-led clinic near Sinnonhyeon Station
- Injectables & lifting
- Late weekday hours
- Station-front
- Location
- Korea
- Listed price
- From ₩2,100,000 + VAT
Guide
What a stem cell facial can and cannot change, concern by concern
Set the goal before choosing the facial. The ampoule rides on the channels made by the device, so most of the visible change comes from the needling or laser pass, with the culture product added to support recovery and surface quality. Concerns that sit in the deeper fat pads or bone structure are outside its reach.
| Concern | Role of a topical facial | What usually fits better |
|---|---|---|
| Dull, tired-looking skin | Reasonable first option | Can stand alone |
| Enlarged pores, rough texture | Helpful as part of a course | RF microneedling settings matter more than the ampoule |
| Shallow acne marks | Supporting step after resurfacing | Fractional laser or needling series |
| Hollow cheeks or temples | Little to no effect | Filler or fat transfer, discussed separately |
| Loose jawline, deep folds | No lifting effect | Ultrasound or radiofrequency lifting, or surgery |
Guide
When the facial plan turns into cell-enriched fat grafting
Some menus use the same stem cell wording for a surgical step: the patient's own fat is collected, part of it is processed to concentrate stromal cells, and the mix is grafted into the face. That is a procedure with a donor site, local anesthesia and a longer recovery, not a facial in the usual sense.
The evidence for adding cells is mixed. A 2017 systematic review and meta-analysis in the Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine by Laloze and colleagues pooled 25 studies with 696 patients. Laloze and colleagues found higher fat survival with cell-assisted lipotransfer, 64% against 44%, but only for volumes under 100 ml, and they also reported more frequent complications, 8.4% against 1.5%. The extra step also did not reduce the number of repeat procedures.
Guide
Warning signs that an offer goes beyond cosmetic care
A 2021 paper in Stem Cell Reports by Master and colleagues described the market for unproven stem cell interventions as a global public health problem and called for international coordination and public education against misleading claims. For a visitor booking a facial, that translates into a short list of things worth walking away from.
- Claims of benefits far beyond skin appearance or a reversed biological age
- Talk of living cells put into the face without a named legal pathway
- A product that cannot be shown sealed, with maker and expiry date
- Pressure to prepay a long course before any consultation
- No mention of side effects or of anyone who should not be treated
Guide
Fitting the facial around a trip
The facial suits the middle of a stay better than the last evening. Book the consultation and session for the first or second full day, keep the following afternoon free of beaches and saunas, and leave a day or two before important photos. If a series is planned, ask how many weeks the clinic wants between visits, since a short trip usually allows only one session.
Evidence
Research behind this page
- Cell‐assisted lipotransfer: Friend or foe in fat grafting? Systematic review and meta‐analysisJournal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine · 2017 · doi:10.1002/term.2524
Across 25 studies, fat grafts enriched with stromal cells survived better than plain grafts only at volumes under 100 ml, with more complications and no fewer repeat procedures.
- Unproven stem cell interventions: A global public health problem requiring global deliberationStem Cell Reports · 2021 · doi:10.1016/j.stemcr.2021.05.004
The authors describe the unproven stem cell intervention industry as a global public health problem and propose a WHO expert committee to align regulation and counter misinformation.
FAQ
Questions about Stem cell therapy in Korea
Which clinics offer Stem cell therapy in Korea?
Clinics offering Stem cell therapy in Korea include RE:BERRY Clinic Gangnam (Gangnam Station), RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong (Myeongdong Station), Cellon Dermatology Clinic (Cheongdam) (Cheongdam Station), Cellis LAB CLINIC (Korea) and ADO Clinic (Korea). Each lists Stem cell therapy on its own menu; message the clinic directly to confirm the doctor, product and current price.
Is a stem cell facial in Korea worth it for dull skin?
For dullness and fine texture it is a reasonable option, provided you expect a gradual, modest change rather than a transformation. The device pass does much of the work, and the culture product is applied to support the skin while it renews. Results vary from person to person. Comparing photos taken in the same light after a few weeks gives a fairer picture than the mirror the next morning.
Will a facial with a culture product fill hollow cheeks?
No, a topical facial does not add volume, so hollow cheeks or temples need a different conversation. Restoring volume usually involves hyaluronic acid filler or a fat transfer, each with its own recovery and risks. A doctor who explains this at the consultation, instead of selling the facial for every concern, is giving you a useful signal about how the clinic works.
What should I stop using before the appointment?
Pause strong exfoliants and retinoid creams for several days before the visit, unless the doctor advises otherwise. Skin that is already irritated reacts more strongly to needling. Mention any oral acne medication, blood thinners or a recent laser or peel at the consultation, since these can change the plan or the device settings. Arrive without makeup to save time on cleansing.
How should I care for my face the evening after?
Keep it simple: lukewarm water, a mild cleanser, a plain moisturizer and no active ingredients until the skin settles. Avoid saunas, swimming pools, alcohol and heavy exercise that day, as heat and sweat raise irritation. Apply sunscreen from the next morning and wear a hat outdoors. If redness, swelling or pain increase rather than fade, contact the clinic. Bring the written aftercare sheet back to your hotel.
Can the facial be paired with a toxin or skin booster on the same trip?
Often yes, but the order and spacing should be agreed with the treating doctor rather than stacked into one sitting. Many doctors place toxin or other injectables on a different day from the needling pass to keep swelling and reactions easier to read. Share your full itinerary at the consultation so the plan matches the number of days you have.
Is fat grafting with added cells a safer upgrade?
Not necessarily, since the extra processing adds steps rather than removing risk. In the 2017 meta-analysis by Laloze and colleagues, complications were reported more often with cell-assisted grafts than with plain fat grafts. Any graft also needs a donor site and more downtime than a facial. Ask the surgeon to explain the expected recovery and the alternatives before agreeing. A plain graft or a filler may meet the same goal.