Derma Clinic IndexSeoulHongdae·Hapjeong·SinchonLaser hair removal

Laser hair removal in Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon: 80 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

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

Key facts

• We compared 80 dermatology clinics in the Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon area.
• 연세스타피부과의원 ranks first, 이지함피부과의원 second and 마인드피부과의원 third.
• 11 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 2.2 doctors on average.
• 75 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 74 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
• By nearest station, dermatology clinics are most numerous near 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station) (46), 신촌역 (Sinchon Station) (22), 합정역 (Hapjeong Station) (12), in that order.

Laser hair removal isn't finished in one visit; it takes several sessions a few weeks apart. So when choosing a clinic in the Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon area.

How we compiled this

• The 80 candidates in Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon are clinics and hospitals classified as dermatology on Naver Map within the neighborhood boundary, cross-checked against Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) hospital data.
• The Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon ranking reflects years since opening, number of doctors and board-certified dermatologist registration, Naver Place visitor review counts, how fully hours are published, and whether information is available online.
• Board-certified dermatologists are counted only when registered under dermatology in Naver Place's medical information. Where that information is missing for a Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon clinic, the table shows '—'.

Comparison at a glance

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon area.

Frequently asked questions

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 Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon 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

Full list of dermatology clinics in Hongdae·Hapjeong·Sinchon (80)

1. 나인의원 (Nain Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
2. 노벨의원 (Nobel Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
3. 누가의원 (Nuga Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
4. 뉴센스의원 (New Senseu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
5. 다사랑의원 (Dasarang Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
6. 다시봄날의원 (Dasibomnal Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
7. 닥터에버스의원 (Dr. Ebeoseu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
8. 닥터포유의원 (Dr. Poyu Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
9. 더원츠의원 (Deowoncheu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
10. 더청담의원 (Deocheongdam Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
11. 디엘브의원 (Dielbeu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
12. 로바에의원 (Robae Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
13. 리버스의원 (Ribeoseu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
14. 리엔장의원 (Rienjang Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
15. 리엘르의원 (Rielleu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
16. 리즈온의원홍대점 (Rijeuon Uiwon Hongdaejeom) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
17. 마인드피부과의원 (Maindeupibugwa Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
18. 메이저피부과의원 신촌점 (Meijeopibugwa Uiwon Sinchonjeom) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
19. 메이퓨어의원 (Meipyueo Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
20. 뮤즈의원 (Myujeu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
21. 미소앤봄의원 (Misoaenbom Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
22. 밀리의원 (Milli Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
23. 백피부과의원 (Baekpibugwa Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
24. 밴스의원 (Baenseu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
25. 밴스피부과의원 (Baenseupibugwa Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
26. 벨아미-리노보의원 (Belami-rinobo Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
27. 뷰티라운지의원 (Byutiraunji Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
28. 뷰티블라썸의원 (Byutibeullasseom Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
29. 뷰티스톤의원 (Byutiseuton Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
30. 뷰티스톤피부과 메세나폴리스 (Byutiseutonpibugwa Mesenapolliseu) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
31. 뷰티유의원 (Byutiyu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
32. 블리비의원 (Beullibi Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
33. 쁨글로벌의원 (Ppeumgeullobeol Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
34. 서피부과의원 (Seopibugwa Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
35. 셀린의원 (Sellin Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
36. 신촌라플라스의원 (Sinchollapeullaseu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
37. 신촌오라클피부과의원 (Sinchonorakeulpibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
38. 씨브이엘의원 (Ssibeuiel Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
39. 아르스킨의원 (Areuseukin Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
40. 아비쥬의원 (Abijyu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
41. 어썸피부과의원 (Eosseompibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
42. 에스리본의원 (S Reborn Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
43. 에스준의원 (S Jun Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
44. 연세보드미의원 (Yeonsebodeumi Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
45. 연세스타피부과의원 (Yeonseseutapibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
46. 연세지움피부과의원 (Yeonsejiumpibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
47. 예지미의원 (Yejimi Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
48. 오로지의원 (Oroji Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
49. 오블리주의원 (Obeulliju Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
50. 오에스티의원 (O S Ti Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
51. 유앤미의원 (Yuaenmi Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
52. 유앤아이의원 (Yuaen i Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
53. 유온느의원 (Yuonneu Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
54. 유픽의원 (Yupik Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
55. 이가인의원 (Igain Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
56. 이지함피부과의원 (Ijihampibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
57. 제로랩의원 (Jeroraep Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
58. 제이필의원 (Jeipil Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
59. 차앤박피부과의원 (Chaaenbakpibugwa Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
60. 차이의원 (Chai Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
61. 케이트의원 (Keiteu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
62. 클레오르의원 (Keulleoreu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
63. 클림의원 홍대점 (Keullim Uiwon Hongdaejeom) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
64. 테시토의원 (Tesito Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
65. 톤즈의원 (Tonjeu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
66. 포레나의원 (Porena Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
67. 포에버162의원 (Poebeo162 Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
68. 풀페이스의원 (Pulpeiseu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
69. 프로젝트 유 의원 (Peurojekteu Yu Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
70. 필라인의원 (Pil Line Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
71. 해들인의원 (Haedeulin Uiwon) · 신촌역 (Sinchon Station)
72. 홍대 닥터쁘띠의원 (Hongdae Dr. Ppeutti Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
73. 홍대고운세상피부과의원 (Hongdaegounsesangpibugwa Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)
74. 홍대디온의원 (Hongdaedion Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
75. 홍대라인업의원 (Hongdae Line Eop Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
76. 홍대베러미의원 (Hongdaebereomi Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
77. 홍대셀레나의원 (Hongdaesellena Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
78. 홍대아이디의원 (Hongdae i Di Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
79. 홍대톡스앤필의원 (Hongdaetokseuaenpil Uiwon) · 홍대입구역 (Hongdaeipgu Station)
80. 힐스의원 (Hilseu Uiwon) · 합정역 (Hapjeong Station)

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