Why I Only Trust Two Clinics in Korea: The Truth Behind K-Beauty Aesthetic Risks

Korean beauty is stunning.

Flawless skin, lifted features, and that soft, youthful glow — it’s no wonder so many women dream of flying to Seoul for a little enhancement.

But here’s the truth no one talks about enough:

Not all K-beauty clinics are safe.

A Devastating Mistake

Recently, I saw on TikTok a young woman from the U.S. went to Korea and did under-eye filler (Juvelook Volume) at a local aesthetic clinic. Within two hours, she lost vision in her left eye. The doctor dismissed it as an effect of anaesthesia and told her she’d regain her sight.

They didn’t act.

They didn’t dissolve the filler.

And now, she’s permanently blind in one eye.

That clinic treated her like just another number — and now, it’s a court case.

I’ve Seen Too Many Stories Like This

I saw on TikTok another woman went in to remove a cherry angioma from her chest — a harmless red spot. The clinic used the wrong laser, and instead of fading, the mark became bigger and darker.

She did Ultherapy in Korea — a treatment meant to lift the face.

Instead, it destroyed the fat pad under her eye, leaving her with a permanent saggy under-eye bag. 

Sadly, these are not isolated cases.

Many low-cost clinics in Korea operate like factories: fast in, fast out. Minimal consultation. Little aftercare. No emergency protocol.

And I say this with love: your face is not a production line.

My Personal Experience in Korea

I’ve done procedures in Seoul too.

But I don’t hop from clinic to clinic hoping for a good result.

I only trust two doctors:

– Dr. Chung at Eve Plastic Surgery – for plastic surgery

– Dr. Kim at Fi.Ne Clinic – for injectables and skin treatments

These are clinics I’ve experienced personally. They take the time to assess your features, explain your options, and — most importantly — they know what to do if something goes wrong.

What I’ve Learned (And What I Want You to Know)

Cherry angiomas, like the ones I have on my arms and chest, are harmless but emotionally frustrating. They can be caused by sun exposure, aging, or genetics — even if you’re fair-skinned or wear SPF.

I cover my shoulders and chest now whenever I’m out under the sun. I may not be ready to remove these angiomas yet, and that’s okay. I’d rather wait for the right clinic than rush into a regret.

When I visited Fi.Ne Clinic in Korea — a place I actually trust and have had good experiences with — they suggested I do Ultherapy also under my eyes.

But I said no.

Why?

Because I had already done HIFU in Singapore for my laugh lines… and it didn’t work for me. The lines were still there.

My skin didn’t respond well — and I wasn’t going to risk the delicate under-eye area, especially after seeing stories like Natalie’s, where the treatment caused permanent under-eye hollowness.

Sometimes saying no is part of being beauty-smart.

It doesn’t mean the clinic was bad. It just means I knew what my skin needed — and what it didn’t.

That’s what I want every woman to feel: empowered to ask, research, and choose — not pressured to say yes.

I’m Creating a Free K-Beauty Safety Guide

Because no woman should go through a horror story just for the sake of beauty.

This guide will include:

– Clinics I personally trust

– What to ask before any treatment

– Red flags to avoid

– Real product reviews from Seoul

– Tips for healing, prepping, and protecting your skin before & after procedures

DM me on Instagram @juliashantalofficial if you want early access.

This isn’t sponsored. I’m not here to sell fantasy — just share what’s safe and what works.

Your face deserves careful hands. Your beauty journey should be empowering, not traumatic.