Introduction

Facelift surgery in Korea is renowned for refined results and natural aesthetics. However, facelift cost varies widely depending on the technique, complexity, and surgeon expertise. This guide compares three major facelift types in Korea — Mini Facelift, Full Facelift, and Deep Plane Facelift — so you can understand price ranges, benefits, recovery, and which might suit your concerns best.



What’s Included in Most Korean Facelift Prices

Most reputable facelifts in Korea include:
✔ Surgeon’s fee
✔ Operating room & facility fee
✔ Anesthesia (IV sedation or general)
✔ Post-operative care and routine follow-ups

Check whether additional items are included (medications, compression garments, aftercare products) before booking.

Mini Facelift — Lower Cost, Targeted Lift

Typical Cost

💰 ₩4,000,000 – ₩9,000,000 KRW
(~USD $3,000 – $6,800)

What It Does

• Removes excess skin
• Lifts lower face and jawline
• Often includes limited SMAS tightening

Best For

✔ Mild to moderate sagging
✔ Early signs of aging
✔ Patients who want subtle improvement with smaller incisions

Benefits

✨ Shorter downtime
✨ Smaller incisions
✨ Natural, subtle lift

Limitations

• Less dramatic than full or deep plane
• Not ideal for advanced aging or neck laxity

Recovery

Swelling and bruising: ~7–10 days
Return to daily activities: ~10 days

Full Facelift — Broader Rejuvenation

Typical Cost

💰 ₩10,000,000 – ₩18,000,000 KRW
(~USD $7,500 – $13,500)

What It Does

• SMAS tightening (structural layer)
• Removes lax skin
• Refines mid and lower face contours

Best For

✔ Moderate aging
✔ Visible jowls and nasolabial folds
✔ Loose mid and lower face

Benefits

✨ More comprehensive than mini facelift
✨ Balanced lifting across mid and lower face
✨ Longer-lasting results

Limitations

• Longer recovery than mini facelift
• Slightly larger incisions (usually hidden)

Recovery

Swelling/bruising: ~10–14 days
Final results develop over months

Deep Plane Facelift — Most Structural & Long-Lasting

Typical Cost

💰 ₩15,000,000 – ₩25,000,000+ KRW
(~USD $11,000 – $18,500+)

What It Does

• Repositions deeper facial structures (SMAS + deep attachments)
• Releases muscle and ligamentous attachments
• Provides structural lift of cheeks and jawline

Best For

✔ Advanced sagging
✔ Deep nasolabial folds
✔ Midface descent
✔ Patients wanting the most natural, durable lift

Benefits

✨ Longest-lasting among common facelift types
✨ Natural mobility preserved
✨ Repositions deep tissues, not just skin

Limitations

• Most complex
• Longer swelling and subtle recovery phase
• Requires experienced surgeon

Recovery

Swelling/bruising: ~14–21 days
Subtle residual swelling: up to 3 months
Final outcome: ~6–12 months

Facelift Add-Ons That Affect Cost

In Korea, facelifts are often combined with other procedures that increase overall pricing:

✔ Neck Lift — Addresses neck laxity and jowls more completely
✔ Fat Grafting — Replaces lost volume for a more youthful contour
✔ Skin Resurfacing (Laser / RF) — Improves texture and tone
✔ Eye/Forehead Procedures — For a full upper-lower face refresh

A combined plan increases cost but often improves harmony and overall satisfaction.

How to Choose the Right Facelift Type

Choose Mini Facelift if:

✔ You have mild sagging
✔ You want minimal downtime
✔ You want natural, subtle refinement

Choose Full Facelift if:

✔ Lower face aging is visible
✔ You want a balanced mid-face lift
✔ You’re ready for deeper rejuvenation

Choose Deep Plane Facelift if:

✔ Sagging is moderate to advanced
✔ You want long-lasting, natural motion
✔ You want structural repositioning (not just skin tightening)

Cost-Saving Tips (Without Sacrificing Quality)

✔ Avoid “factory clinic” pricing that sounds too low — may indicate rushed consultation
✔ Confirm all fees (anesthesia, aftercare, compression garments) upfront
✔ Ask for revision policies
✔ Review before-after galleries of similar age/concerns

Final Thoughts

Facelift surgery in Korea offers a wide range of options from mini to deep plane, with costs reflecting complexity and longevity. Choosing the right procedure depends on:

👉 What you want to improve
👉 Amount of sagging
👉 Desired downtime
👉 Long-term goals

Understanding price ranges helps you plan realistically — but the most important factor remains choosing a surgeon experienced in your chosen technique.