Botox Areas in Apgujeong, Gangnam Seoul
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Botox Areas · quick answer
How Botox works across different areas, in one paragraph
Botox is a purified botulinum toxin injected in small doses to relax specific muscles or, in the skin, to reduce sweating. Depending on where it is placed, it can soften expression lines, slim an enlarged jaw or calf muscle, refine the smile or control excessive underarm sweat. At Ever Skin Clinic in Apgujeong, a board-certified dermatologist examines how your muscles move, chooses the areas and dose for your face or body, and explains what each area can and cannot change.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jieun Kim, M.D. Founder & Director, board-certified dermatologist. Dermatology residency at Hanyang University Hospital; adjunct professor, Hanyang University College of Medicine. Meet our dermatologists Last reviewed October 2026
- Ingredient
- Botulinum toxin type A (licensed imported and Korean brands)
- Common areas
- Forehead, frown lines, crow's feet, nose, lips, jaw, underarms, calves
- Treatment time
- About 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the number of areas
- Downtime
- Minimal; small red marks or bruising may appear
- Duration
- Typically 3 to 6 months; sweating treatment often lasts longer
Areas we treat
Where can Botox be used?
Botox works wherever an overactive muscle or sweat gland is the cause of the concern. On the upper face it relaxes the muscles that crease the skin into forehead lines, frown lines and crow's feet. On the lower face and body, larger doses are used to reduce muscle bulk, as in jaw (masseter) Botox or calf Botox, and in the underarm skin it blocks the signals that trigger sweating.
This page groups the Botox areas in our Injectables menu. Our Face & Anti-aging Botox areas page covers contouring options such as zygoma Botox and skin-level dermotoxin, and the main Botox page explains the treatment itself in more depth.
Botox areas at a glance
- Upper face — forehead lines, frown lines (glabella) and crow's feet
- Mid and lower face — bunny lines on the nose, lip flip, gummy smile and chin dimpling
- Contouring — jaw (masseter) slimming and a softer lower-face outline
- Body — calf slimming and shoulder (trapezius) contouring
- Sweating — underarm hyperhidrosis
Choosing an area
Which area is right for you?
Botox is most effective for lines that appear when you move, such as frowning or smiling. Lines that are visible even at rest, or hollows caused by volume loss, often need a dermal filler or skin booster as well. Your dermatologist will watch your expressions and check the skin at rest before suggesting areas.
For contouring and body areas, the key question is how much of the width comes from muscle. Botox reduces muscle, not bone or fat, so an honest assessment is part of every consultation.
Botox may suit you if you
- Have expression lines on the forehead, between the brows or around the eyes
- Want a softer jaw or calf line caused by strong muscles
- Show a lot of gum when smiling or want a subtle lip flip
- Have underarm sweating that affects daily life or clothing
- Prefer a quick treatment with minimal downtime during a visit to Seoul
Your visit
How a Botox visit works
Most Botox appointments take under 30 minutes, and several areas can usually be treated in one visit.
- Consultation A board-certified dermatologist assesses your muscles at rest and in motion and agrees the areas and dose with you.
- Preparation The skin is cleansed and injection points are marked; numbing cream or ice can be used for sensitive areas.
- Injection A fine needle places small amounts of toxin into each planned point, taking a few minutes per area.
- Review We explain aftercare and can check your result at about 2 weeks if an adjustment is needed.
Real patient · before & after
One Botox area in practice: the jaw
This patient received Botox to the masseter muscles only. As the muscle relaxed and reduced in bulk over several weeks, the lower face looks narrower and softer.
Results differ by area: wrinkle Botox smooths lines within about two weeks, while muscle slimming builds over two to three months. Ask your dermatologist for cases in the specific area you are considering.
Photos are shared with the patient's consent and are not retouched apart from privacy blurring. Results differ from person to person and are not guaranteed.
See more before & after photosRecovery & safety
Recovery, side effects and aftercare
Most patients return to normal activities straight away. Small red marks, mild swelling, bruising or a brief headache can occur. Less common effects include temporary eyelid or brow heaviness, an uneven smile or chewing fatigue, depending on the area, which is why placement and dose are planned carefully.
Tell your dermatologist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a neuromuscular condition such as myasthenia gravis, have had a reaction to botulinum toxin, take blood thinners or certain antibiotics, or have an infection at the treatment site.
Aftercare tips
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated areas for the rest of the day
- Stay upright for about 4 hours after facial injections
- Skip saunas, hot baths and intense exercise on the day of treatment
- Limit alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising
- Allow about 2 weeks for the full effect before judging the result
Questions we hear every day
Botox Areas FAQ
Which Botox areas can be treated in one visit?
Several areas, such as forehead, frown lines and crow's feet, are commonly treated together in one session. Your dermatologist will consider the total dose and how the areas affect each other, for example the forehead and brow position, before planning a combined treatment.
How long does Botox last in different areas?
Wrinkle Botox on the face typically lasts about three to four months, jaw and calf slimming often three to six months, and underarm sweating treatment frequently longer. Duration varies with dose, muscle strength, metabolism and how often you have treatment.
Does Botox hurt?
Most patients feel brief pinches from a very fine needle. Numbing cream or ice can be used for sensitive areas such as the lips or underarms. The injections themselves take only a few minutes per area.
Botox or filler: which do I need?
Botox relaxes muscles, so it works best on lines that appear with movement or on muscle bulk. Fillers restore volume for lines visible at rest and hollows. Many patients benefit from both, and your dermatologist will explain which concern each one addresses.
Can I have Botox during a short trip to Seoul?
Yes. Downtime is minimal, so many international patients have Botox during their stay. The effect starts within a few days and settles at about two weeks, so treating early in your trip leaves time for a review if needed.
Talk to a board-certified dermatologist in Apgujeong
Send us your skin concern and photos on WhatsApp. An English-speaking team member will reply and arrange your consultation.
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