Navigating the landscape of skin-tightening procedures in the Greater-Seoul area can be overwhelming, especially when trying to understand fair market pricing. As of July 2026, GlowMap's aggregated database of verified Greater-Seoul clinics provides a transparent, data-driven look at the cost differences between two of the most popular HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) treatments: Ulthera and Shurink.
Because medical costs vary significantly depending on the clinic, exact shot counts, and provider expertise, looking at median prices and full ranges rather than single quotes helps patients set realistic expectations.
Ulthera Cost Overview and Data Range
Ulthera utilizes micro-focused ultrasound with visualization, allowing practitioners to target deep foundational layers of the skin. Because of the patented technology and device overhead, it sits at the premium end of the lifting market.
- Median Price: ₩960,000
- Price Range: From ₩100,000 (often for lower shot counts or targeted areas) up to higher tier full-face packages.
- Sample Size: Aggregated from 605 Greater-Seoul clinics.
View live, per-clinic breakdowns and specific shot counts on the GlowMap price comparison map.
Shurink Cost Overview and Data Range
Shurink is a domestic (Korean-developed) HIFU device frequently chosen for maintenance or by those looking for a more accessible entry point into skin tightening.
- Median Price: ₩149,500
- Price Range: From ₩30,000 upwards depending on the line count.
- Sample Size: Aggregated from 405 Greater-Seoul clinics.
When comparing the two, the median cost of Ulthera (₩960,000) is roughly 6.4 times higher than Shurink (₩149,500). Patients often weigh Ulthera's longevity and depth visualization against Shurink's lower cost per session.
Contextualizing with Other Popular Procedures
To better understand where these lifting treatments fit into the broader aesthetic market across Seoul and Gyeonggi, consider other baseline median prices tracked by our database:
- Botox: Median ₩88,500 (from ₩8,000 across 1,800 clinics)
- Filler: Median ₩300,000 (from ₩25,000 across 947 clinics)
- Rejuran Healer: Median ₩215,000 (from ₩40,000 across 642 clinics)
- Pico Toning: Median ₩350,000 (from ₩15,000 across 596 clinics)
- Fat Dissolving: Median ₩149,000 (from ₩15,000 across 571 clinics)
- Laser Hair Removal: Median ₩109,500 (from ₩8,000 across 810 clinics)
Making Informed Decisions
Prices fluctuate based on seasonal promotions, VAT rules, and bundled packages. GlowMap does not rank clinics as the "best" or "cheapest," nor do we guarantee specific clinical outcomes. We simply aggregate public data to help you research fairly. For international visitors exploring options in Greater-Seoul, our free self-service concierge is available to assist with booking logistics. Always cross-reference live rates directly on individual clinic menus before making a final decision.