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Double eyelid surgery in Korea — methods, cost, recovery and how to choose a clinic
A guide to eye surgery in Korea for international customers — non-incisional vs incisional double eyelid surgery, ptosis correction, epicanthoplasty and under-eye procedures, typical recovery, live starting prices from verified Korean clinics on Mimi, and how to consult surgeons before you travel.
Eye surgery is the most frequently performed cosmetic surgery in Korea and the procedure most international customers start with. Korean surgeons have refined a large family of techniques for Asian eyelids — from a 20-minute non-incisional double eyelid to combined ptosis correction and canthoplasty — and results are judged by how natural the crease looks, not how big it is.
Eye procedures on Mimi right now
| Category | Lowest | Median | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eye procedures | 80,000 KRW | 1,200,000 KRW | 7,000,000 KRW |
Prices are starting prices entered by each clinic and are refreshed daily. The final cost is confirmed after a consultation.
See all Eye procedures clinics & pricesThe main procedures
Non-incisional (buried suture) double eyelid
Small sutures create the crease without a long incision. Suits thin eyelids with little fat, younger customers, and anyone who wants minimal downtime. Fast recovery; the crease can loosen over years in some customers.
Incisional double eyelid
A full incision along the new crease lets the surgeon remove excess skin and fat and fix the crease permanently. Suits thicker or puffier lids, older customers and revisions. Longer swelling, permanent result.
Partial incision
A compromise: short incisions to remove fat while keeping recovery shorter than a full incision.
Ptosis correction (eyelid lift)
Tightens the levator muscle when the lids sit low and the eyes look sleepy. Often combined with double eyelid surgery. This is the step that most changes how "open" the eyes look, and it needs a surgeon experienced in eyelid function.
Epicanthoplasty (inner corner) and lateral canthoplasty (outer corner)
Releases the inner-corner skin fold or extends the outer corner to make the eyes look longer. Usually done together with a crease procedure.
Under-eye procedures
Lower blepharoplasty, fat repositioning for tear troughs, and "love band" (aegyo-sal) filler or fat grafting.
Revision eye surgery
Correcting asymmetry, a crease that is too high, or a loosened crease. Priced higher and best done by surgeons who specialise in revisions.
Cost in Korea
Eye surgery is generally the most affordable surgical category in Korea. A non-incisional double eyelid is the entry point; adding ptosis correction or canthoplasty, or choosing an incisional method, raises the price step by step. Revision surgery is priced separately. The table above shows the range of starting prices entered by clinics on Mimi; ask the clinic what its quote includes (anaesthesia, follow-ups, stitch removal). See the cost guide for what is usually bundled.
Recovery timeline
- Day 0–2: swelling and bruising peak; cold compresses as instructed.
- Day 5–7: stitches removed for incisional methods; most customers fly home after this check.
- Week 2–4: obvious swelling settles; you can wear light makeup after stitch removal heals.
- Month 1–3: the crease softens and looks natural; final shape by around 3–6 months.
Plan about a week in Korea for incisional methods and 3–5 days for non-incisional. See the trip planning guide.
This week's most consulted: Eye procedures
Crease / ShapeDA Plastic SurgeryInquiries 2B&A 298from 1,540,000 KRW
Eye procedures for middle-aged patientsGangnam Seoul・ID Plastic SurgeryInquiries 0B&A 0
Ptosis CorrectionSinsa Seoul・Luho Plastic SurgeryInquiries 2B&A 38from 1,000,000 KRW
Non-Incisional MethodSeocho Seoul・AB PLASTIC SURGERYInquiries 3B&A 0from 1,386,750 KRW
Natural Adhesion Double Eyelid SurgerySeocho Seoul・MARBLE PLASTIC SURGERYInquiries 4B&A 21from 872,667 KRW
How to choose an eye surgeon
- Ask which method the surgeon recommends for your lid thickness and why — a good surgeon will explain the trade-off between permanence and downtime.
- Look for before & after cases of customers with eyes like yours (monolid, hooded, asymmetric, older skin).
- If your eyes look sleepy, ask specifically about ptosis; adding a crease without correcting ptosis often disappoints.
- Ask about the revision policy for asymmetry.
Korean clinics for Eye procedures on Mimi
Verified clinics on Mimi that list Eye procedures. The descriptions below are written by each clinic on its own procedure pages; open the links for the full page, prices and before & after photos.
DA Plastic Surgery
Eye · Nose · Facial · Breast61 video consultationsEye procedures at this clinic
Revision surgeryfrom 2,600,000 KRW
Category of revision surgeries to correct dissatisfaction/complications/deformity from previous surgery — from DA Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Koo Hyun Kook, DA
Crease / Shapefrom 1,540,000 KRW
Category classifying double eyelid line shape (in-fold/out-fold/semi-out, etc.) — from DA Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Koo Hyun Kook, DA
Questions DA Plastic Surgery answers
Q. How do I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The available time slots of the doctor will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The cost of surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can be informed of the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be checked on each procedure detail page.
JT PLASTIC SURGERY
Eye · Nose · Facial · Lifting138 video consultationsYou can just trust me, JT!
Eye procedures at this clinic
Double Eyelid Surgeryfrom 1,340,000 KRW
Surgery to create a double eyelid crease on the upper eyelid (including various techniques like burial, natural adhesion, incision, etc.) — from JT PLASTIC SURGERY's procedure page
Doctors: Jinsung Kim, MIJUNG
Ptosis Correctionfrom 2,000,000 KRW
Surgery to correct ptosis (weak eye-opening strength) and improve function/appearance — from JT PLASTIC SURGERY's procedure page
Doctors: Jinsung Kim, MIJUNG
Questions JT PLASTIC SURGERY answers
Q. How do I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The doctor's available time slots will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The surgery cost varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can receive information on the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be found on each procedure detail page.
Lara plastic surgery
Eye · Nose · Facial · Body68 video consultationsLara
Eye procedures at this clinic
Double Eyelid Surgeryfrom 2,000,000 KRW
Surgery to create a double eyelid crease on the upper eyelid (including various techniques like burial, natural adhesion, incision, etc.) — from Lara plastic surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Jongdo Kim, Daekwan Kim, LEE SEUL PARK
Revision surgeryfrom 2,900,000 KRW
Category of revision surgeries to correct dissatisfaction/complications/deformity from previous surgery — from Lara plastic surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Jongdo Kim, Daekwan Kim, LEE SEUL PARK
Questions Lara plastic surgery answers
Q. How do I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The available time slots of the doctor will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The cost of surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can be informed of the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be checked on each procedure detail page.
Hannaive Plastic Surgery
Eye · Nose · Facial · Breast21 video consultationsEye procedures at this clinic
Upper Blepharoplastyfrom 1,700,000 KRW
Surgery to adjust sagging upper eyelid skin/fat to improve vision/appearance — from Hannaive Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Consultation Manager
Revision surgeryfrom 2,850,000 KRW
Category of revision surgeries to correct dissatisfaction/complications/deformity from previous surgery — from Hannaive Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Consultation Manager
Questions Hannaive Plastic Surgery answers
Q. How do I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The available time slots of the doctor will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The cost of surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can be informed of the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be checked on each procedure detail page.
MARBLE PLASTIC SURGERY
Eye · Nose · Facial · Breast198 video consultationsAt Marvel, where patients always come first, we continuously strive for you.
Eye procedures at this clinic
Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery
Natural-looking double eyelid lines tailored specifically to you through individualized surgical techniques This procedure secures the connection between the skin, underlying fascia, and dermal layer. — from MARBLE PLASTIC SURGERY's procedure page
Doctors: Jun hyung Kim, MARBLE
Epicanthoplastyfrom 2,000,000 KRW
Larger, More Open-Looking Eyes Without a Constricted Appearance This procedure improves eyes that appear closed off at the inner and outer corners by adjusting the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the eyes or modifying the angle of the eye corners, creating a more… — from MARBLE PLASTIC SURGERY's procedure page
Doctors: Jun hyung Kim, MARBLE
Questions MARBLE PLASTIC SURGERY answers
Q. How can I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The doctor's available time slots will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The cost of surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can receive guidance on the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be found on each procedure’s detailed page.
Afternoon Plastic Surgery
Eye · Lifting · Treatment117 video consultationsWith 20 years of experience in eye surgery and over 10,000 clinical cases, we personally oversee every step—from the initial consultation and surgery to post-operative care.
Eye procedures at this clinic
Incisional Double Eyelid Surgeryfrom 2,400,000 KRW
Through a thorough consultation of more than 30 minutes, the patient’s goals are carefully understood. By observing the patient’s eyes over an extended period during the consultation, problematic areas are identified and an appropriate surgical method for improvement is… — from Afternoon Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Kim Karam, AFTERNOON
Lower Eyelid Fat Repositioningfrom 3,150,000 KRW
Rather than removing under-eye fat, fat repositioning is performed. If under-eye fat is removed, the area beneath the eyes may become hollow, and if a hole develops in the fat compartment, the fat may protrude again shortly after surgery, reducing the effectiveness of the… — from Afternoon Plastic Surgery's procedure page
Doctors: Kim Karam, AFTERNOON
Questions Afternoon Plastic Surgery answers
Q. How do I make an appointment for a consultation?
You can make a reservation by selecting your desired date and time through the in-app video consultation booking feature. The available time slots of the doctor will be displayed, and you may choose your preferred time.
Q. How much does the surgery cost?
The cost of surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual condition. You can be informed of the exact cost after consulting with the doctor through a video consultation. The basic price range can be checked on each procedure detail page.
FAQ
How much does double eyelid surgery cost in Korea?
Non-incisional double eyelid surgery is the least expensive option; incisional surgery and combinations with ptosis correction or canthoplasty cost more, and revisions more again. The live table on this page shows the starting prices clinics on Mimi have entered. Get an itemised quote from the clinic before you book.
Non-incisional or incisional — which should I choose?
Thin lids, little fat and a preference for fast recovery point to non-incisional; thick or puffy lids, excess skin, older age or a previous loosened crease point to incisional. The surgeon's recommendation after seeing your photos or a video consultation is what matters.
How long do I need to stay in Korea?
About 7 days for incisional methods (stitches out around day 5–7) and 3–5 days for non-incisional. Facial contouring or combined procedures need longer.
Will the result look natural?
Korean surgeons are known for natural, moderate creases matched to your face. Say clearly during the consultation whether you want an "in-fold" or "out-fold" crease and how visible you want it; bring reference photos.
Is ptosis correction covered by insurance?
Functional ptosis correction may be covered by national insurance for Korean residents, but international customers pay the cosmetic clinic price. Check with your own insurer at home whether any part is reimbursable.
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This content is general information for international customers and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Recovery times, risks and costs vary by person and clinic. Always make medical decisions in consultation with a licensed doctor.