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Laser hair removal in Geumcheon·Gasan: 12 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

Data as of 2026-10-28 · Updated 2026-11-08

Key facts

Laser hair removal isn't finished in one visit; it takes several sessions a few weeks apart. So when choosing a clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, being easy to reach from home or work and able to book on the schedule you want matter more than for other procedures.

Even for the same area, the right laser wavelength and intensity depend on your skin type and the thickness and color of your hair. When you consult a clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, hearing how they assessed your skin type and what kind of laser they use helps you anticipate the number of sessions and how things will progress.

Results depend as much on care before and after treatment as on the day itself. Tanned skin and hair that was recently plucked or waxed affect both results and safety. The checklist and warning signs below focus on what's worth knowing before you book your first session in the Geumcheon·Gasan area.

How we compiled this

Comparison at a glance

RankClinicName typeBoard-certified dermatologistsDoctorsNearest stationLocationWebsitePhone
#1연세조은피부과의원Yeonsejoeunpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)22—금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)Visit02-6012-4000
#2강피부과의원Gangpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)11—금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)—02-893-8546
#3연세세란피부과의원Yeonseseranpibugwa UiwonDermatology clinic (피부과의원)11—금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)—02-2135-1375
#4미앤영의원Miaenyeong UiwonClinic (의원)01—금천구 독산동 (Geumcheon-gu Doksan-dong)Visit0507-1438-7582
#5고은나라의원Goeunnara UiwonClinic (의원)01—금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)Visit02-803-8051
#6가산연합의원Gasanyeonhap UiwonClinic (의원)01—금천구 가산동 (Geumcheon-gu Gasan-dong)Visit02-1666-2500

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Geumcheon·Gasan ranking; the full list below is in Korean alphabetical order.

Checklist for choosing a clinic for Laser hair removal

  1. Skin type and laser type If your skin is darker or tans easily, a longer-wavelength laser that reduces absorption at the skin surface may be used. When you consult a clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, check how they choose the laser and intensity for your skin type.
  2. Sun exposure before treatment Tanned skin absorbs more laser light, raising the risk of burns and pigmentation. The usual advice is to avoid tanning and intense outdoor activity for several weeks beforehand, and if you've just returned from a holiday, it's better to postpone your appointment in the Geumcheon·Gasan area.
  3. Sessions and intervals matched to hair cycles Because lasers act mainly on growing hair, several sessions are needed, with intervals often shorter for the face and longer for the body. If you're considering a multi-session package in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, check the expected number of sessions, the intervals and the refund terms for unused sessions in advance.
  4. Shaving vs. plucking Lasers target the hair root inside the follicle, so plucking or waxing before treatment can reduce effectiveness. You're usually told only to shave the day before or on the day. If you've booked your first session in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, stop plucking several weeks beforehand.
  5. Medications and causes of increased hair If you take medication that increases light sensitivity or oral acne medication, the timing of treatment may need adjusting. If hair has suddenly increased or comes with irregular periods, hormone tests may be needed first, so mention this when consulting in the Geumcheon·Gasan area.

Warning signs to watch for

  1. Blisters or oozing Redness and bumpy swelling around follicles after treatment are common, but blisters, oozing or severe pain may indicate a burn. Contact the clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area that treated you right away, and keep the area out of the sun in the meantime.
  2. Brown or white patches Pigment changes that leave the treated area darker or lighter than the surrounding skin occur more readily on darker or tanned skin. Before the next session, have the area checked at a clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, and protect it carefully from the sun.
  3. Hair that grows thicker Rarely, hair around the treated area is reported to become thicker and denser, and this is known to occur relatively more often on the face and neck. If you see this change, rather than repeating the same settings, it's better to reconsider your clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area and the method.
  4. Lasers outside medical institutions Laser hair removal is a medical procedure and should be done at a medical institution. Cheap laser or light-based hair removal offered at places such as beauty salons can delay diagnosis and treatment if something goes wrong, so it's safer to turn down such offers in the Geumcheon·Gasan area.

Frequently asked questions

How many laser hair removal sessions will I need?

Several, depending on the area and your hair. Around five is often given as a baseline; coarse, dark hair reduces quickly, while fine facial hair can take longer. Ask for the expected range when first consulting in the Geumcheon·Gasan area.

Is laser hair removal permanent?

It means long-term reduction, not that no hair ever grows. Some fine, pale hairs may remain or regrow over time after treatment, so touch-up sessions are sometimes needed. As you finish treatment in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, ask about maintenance too.

Can I have laser hair removal in summer?

Yes, but sun care is more demanding. Tanning around treatment raises burn and pigment risks, so cover exposed areas with sunscreen and clothing. To finish before summer, book your first session in the Geumcheon·Gasan area in late autumn or winter.

How painful is the procedure?

Usually like a rubber-band snap, stronger where hair is coarse and dense. Laser cooling or numbing cream eases it, and pain usually lessens as hair thins. If starting underarms or bikini line in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, ask about numbing cream.

Can white hair or fine vellus hair be removed?

White and pale vellus hair don't respond well to laser removal. Lasers target melanin in the hair, and such hair has almost none. For lots of white hair, ask a clinic in the Geumcheon·Gasan area about alternatives such as electrolysis.

How many clinics were compared for Laser hair removal consultations in Geumcheon·Gasan?

We compared 12 dermatology clinics in Geumcheon·Gasan on the same criteria; 연세조은피부과의원 ranks first and 강피부과의원 second. Availability and cost of Laser hair removal consultations vary by clinic, so call ahead to confirm scheduling and the doctor.

Final notes

Because laser hair removal takes many visits, it's better to choose based on the whole course rather than the terms of a single session. When comparing clinics in the Geumcheon·Gasan area, look at how they assess skin type, the laser used, the number and spacing of sessions and their sun care guidance together. If you have a hormonal condition or take medication that increases light sensitivity, talk to a doctor before you start.

The 6 dermatology clinics covered here

#1 연세조은피부과의원 (Yeonsejoeunpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
2
Doctors
2
Address
서울 금천구 독산로 136 2층 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Doksan-ro 136 2Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-6012-4000
Hours
Mon 09:00–20:00 · Tue–Wed 09:00–18:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:00–15:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2015-12
Website
Visit

#2 강피부과의원 (Gangpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
1
Address
서울 금천구 시흥대로 228 신한은행 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Siheungdae-ro 228 Sinhaneunhaeng)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-893-8546
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–13:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
1992-04

#3 연세세란피부과의원 (Yeonseseranpibugwa Uiwon)

Name type
Dermatology clinic (피부과의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
1
Doctors
1
Address
서울 금천구 시흥대로 224 금천리메인시티 6층 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Siheungdae-ro 224 Geumcheollimeinsiti 6Cheung)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-2135-1375
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–19:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2019-02

#4 미앤영의원 (Miaenyeong Uiwon)

Name type
Clinic (의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
0
Doctors
1
Address
서울 금천구 시흥대로 399 시티렉스415호 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Siheungdae-ro 399 Sitirekseu415Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
0507-1438-7582
Hours
Mon–Wed 10:00–18:00 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 10:00–13:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2014-09
Website
Visit

#5 고은나라의원 (Goeunnara Uiwon)

Name type
Clinic (의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
0
Doctors
1
Address
서울 금천구 시흥대로 214 비즈메드빌딩 603호 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Siheungdae-ro 214 Bijeumedeubilding 603Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-803-8051
Hours
Mon–Wed 09:30–18:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 09:30–14:30 · Sun Closed
Opened
2002-05
Website
Visit

#6 가산연합의원 (Gasanyeonhap Uiwon)

Name type
Clinic (의원)
Board-certified dermatologists
0
Doctors
1
Address
서울 금천구 가산디지털1로 186 4층 403호 (Seoul Geumcheon-gu Gasandijiteol1Ro 186 4Cheung 403Ho)
Nearest station
—
Phone
02-1666-2500
Hours
Mon–Wed 10:00–19:30 · Thu–Fri Closed · Sat 10:00–15:00 · Sun Closed
Opened
2019-11
Website
Visit

Full list of dermatology clinics in Geumcheon·Gasan (12)

  1. 가산시그니처정형외과의원 (Gasansigeunicheo Jeonghyeongoegwa Uiwon) · 금천구 가산동 (Geumcheon-gu Gasan-dong)
  2. 가산연합의원 (Gasanyeonhap Uiwon) · 금천구 가산동 (Geumcheon-gu Gasan-dong)
  3. 강피부과의원 (Gangpibugwa Uiwon) · 금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)
  4. 고은나라의원 (Goeunnara Uiwon) · 금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)
  5. 네오의원 (Neo Uiwon) · 금천구 독산동 (Geumcheon-gu Doksan-dong)
  6. 메이퓨어의원 (Meipyueo Uiwon) · 금천구 가산동 (Geumcheon-gu Gasan-dong)
  7. 미앤영의원 (Miaenyeong Uiwon) · 금천구 독산동 (Geumcheon-gu Doksan-dong)
  8. 삼성클린의원 (Samseongkeullin Uiwon) · 금천구 독산동 (Geumcheon-gu Doksan-dong)
  9. 연세리엘의원 (Yeonseriel Uiwon) · 금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)
  10. 연세세란피부과의원 (Yeonseseranpibugwa Uiwon) · 금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)
  11. 연세조은피부과의원 (Yeonsejoeunpibugwa Uiwon) · 금천구 시흥동 (Geumcheon-gu Siheung-dong)
  12. 홀인원의원 (Holinwon Uiwon) · 금천구 가산동 (Geumcheon-gu Gasan-dong)

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