✅ What it is

• Foot-Botox in the context of Seoul clinics usually refers to injecting a neuromodulator (botulinum toxin type A) into the soles of the feet (plantar area) to reduce excessive sweating (plantar hyperhidrosis) by blocking signals to sweat glands.
• Less commonly, the term may be used for treating other foot/ankle muscle activity or maybe even texture/surface issues, but the primary medical-aesthetic use is sweat reduction.
• It’s a non-surgical, outpatient procedure that targets a functional concern (sweat) rather than simply aesthetic wrinkles.

⚙️ How the procedure works & what to expect

• Consultation: A dermatologist will assess your foot sweating (how much, when, triggers), any skin issues (fungal infections, wet maceration), check your foot anatomy (sole thickness, nerve-sensitivity) and set expectations.
• Injection session: After preparation (cleaning, possibly numbing the soles because the area is more sensitive), multiple small injections are placed into the soles (and sometimes sides) of the feet in a grid-pattern to cover the sweat-gland rich area.
• Onset & effect:
• You may observe some reduction in sweating within about a week.
• Full effect typically in 1-2 weeks.
• Duration: Commonly around 4 to 6 months, sometimes up to longer depending on dose, individual metabolism, and your activity.
• Recovery & downtime: Minimal downtime. You may have some mild soreness or marks on the soles. Walking is usually possible right after, but you might be advised to avoid heavy exercise or pressure for a short period.

💰 Typical cost range in Seoul

• For foot-Botox in Seoul aimed at plantar hyperhidrosis, typical quoted ranges are roughly ₩ 300,000 to ₩ 600,000 KRW for one foot, or roughly ₩ 500,000 to over ₩ 1,000,000 KRW for both feet, depending on brand, dose, clinic, and whether other areas are treated at the same time.
• Because the soles require more injections (larger area, thicker skin) the cost is higher than small facial zones.

🧐 What to ask / check before you proceed

• Which brand of neuromodulator will be used (imported vs Korean brand), and confirm authenticity.
• How many units or injection sites will be used for your feet, and how the dose is determined (based on sweat severity and area).
• The practitioner’s experience with treating plantar hyperhidrosis (feet) — the soles are different anatomy than face.
• What your realistic outcome will be (how much reduction in sweat, whether dryness or just major reduction).
• After-care instructions: e.g. avoid heavy exercise, sauna, hot baths, pressure on the soles for some hours/days.
• Maintenance plan: how often follow-up or repeat treatment is needed, and the cost of that.
• Full cost breakdown: what’s included (consultation, injections, follow-up visits) and whether there are extra fees (foreign-patient service, translation, etc).

📋 Smart tips & after-treatment care

• After injection, you might want to avoid walking long distances or wearing very tight shoes for the first day or as advised to reduce discomfort.
• Use breathable shoes/socks and maintain good foot hygiene to support the result.
• If you still experience sweating after the usual timeframe (1-2 weeks) or experience discomfort, contact your clinic for assessment.
• Keep a record of brand, units, date of treatment — useful for future sessions.
• Understand that while foot-Botox significantly reduces sweating, it may not eliminate it completely. Lifestyle factors (heat, exercise) may still trigger some sweat.