✅ What it is

• The glabellar lines are the vertical creases that appear between your eyebrows when you frown, squint or furrow your brow.
• Treatment involves injecting a neuromodulator into the muscles (such as the corrugator and procerus) that cause these lines, to relax their contraction and thereby reduce the appearance of the lines.
• It’s a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure commonly offered at aesthetic dermatology clinics in Seoul.

⚙️ How the procedure works & what to expect

• Consultation: The doctor will assess your facial anatomy, how pronounced your glabellar lines are, how much muscle movement is involved, and discuss what outcome you want (for example: smoother lines, less “angry” expression).
• Injection session: A few targeted injection points are marked between and above the eyebrows. The injection usually takes ~10-15 minutes.
• Onset & duration: Results often begin to appear in ~3–7 days, with full effect around ~1–2 weeks. The effect typically lasts around 3-4 months, depending on the brand, dosage, and your individual metabolism.
• Recovery & downtime: Very minimal. You might experience slight redness or very mild swelling at injection points, but most patients resume normal activity quickly.

💰 Typical cost range in Seoul

• For glabellar lines specifically, many clinics in Seoul have menu-prices starting from around ₩ 30,000 – ₩ 80,000 KRW for basic local brands/low dose in small clinics.
• More typical mid-range prices for this area are around ₩ 50,000 – ₩ 150,000 KRW, depending on brand, clinic, and dose.
• For premium brands or larger dosages this area might cost more—some listings quote up to ₩ 180,000 – ₩ 450,000 KRW for glabellar/frown area, depending on severity and clinic.
• Always check exactly what is included (number of units, consultation fee, follow-up, brand used).

🧐 What to ask / check before you proceed

• Which brand of neuromodulator will be used (imported vs domestic), and is it certified/authorized.
• How many units or injection sites are planned for your glabellar region, and how the doctor determined the dose.
• The injector’s experience with this specific area (since the muscles here are delicate and wrong placement/dose may affect eyebrow movement).
• Realistic expectations: Find out how much smoothing you can expect and whether you’ll still retain natural expression (you don't want a frozen look).
• After-care instructions: Understand what you should avoid for 24-48 h (rubbing the area, heavy exercise, sauna etc).
• Maintenance plan: Ask how long the effect is likely to last in your case, and what repeat treatments might cost.
• Cost clarity: Make sure the quoted cost covers what you need—consultation, product, injection—and ask about follow-up if needed.

📋 Smart tips & after-treatment care

• Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated area for at least 24 hours to avoid migration of the toxin.
• Avoid heavy exercise, sauna, or hot yoga for the first 24h if recommended by your doctor.
• Keep your head upright and avoid lying flat for a few hours if advised (some clinics recommend this).
• Maintain good skincare and sun protection around the forehead/brow area — while the toxin relaxes the muscle, the skin still needs support for best aesthetic outcomes.
• If you have very deep static lines (visible at rest, not just when you frown) you may need additional treatments (e.g., fillers, laser) alongside neuromodulator.
• Track which brand and dose were used so future treatments are consistent.