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Placenta Extract Injections in Seoul: Benefits, Sessions & Aftercare

A short injection course used in Korea to support skin vitality, brightness and recovery, often combined with lasers or boosters.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Joo Sohee Updated English-speaking team
Treatment station with skincare products at Nest Clinic Gangnam
1 min from Sinnonhyeon Stn. Exit 7
Quick answer

Placenta extract injections deliver purified placenta-derived ingredients, usually by intramuscular injection, as a supportive treatment for dull, tired or recovering skin. Each injection takes about 5–10 minutes and you can return to normal activities immediately. A typical course is 1–2 sessions per week for 3–5 weeks, then maintenance every 2–4 weeks; effects are gradual and modest, so it is usually combined with other skin treatments.

Treatment time 5–10 min
Downtime None expected
Course 1–2×/week for 3–5 weeks
Maintenance Every 2–4 weeks

What are placenta extract injections?

Placenta extract injections use purified bioactive components derived from (human or animal) placenta. In Korea they are used as a supportive therapy for:

  • Skin vitality and recovery
  • Brightness and tone
  • Hydration and elasticity
  • General fatigue that shows in the skin

Scientific evidence for cosmetic benefits is still limited, so they are best viewed as a complementary treatment rather than a stand-alone solution.

Who may benefit?

  • Dull, tired-looking skin or early signs of ageing
  • Dry, rough texture or a weakened skin barrier
  • Skin recovering after laser treatments
  • People who want a low-downtime add-on to their skincare plan

Tell the doctor about pregnancy, allergies, hormone-sensitive conditions and current medicines before treatment.

Pigmentation laser before and after at Nest Clinic Gangnam
Actual Nest Clinic patient result: Pigmentation laser. Individual results vary.
Before & after

Real result: Pigmentation laser

Brightening results usually come from combining treatments; this photo shows a pigmentation/toning result.

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What to expect during treatment

  • Consultation in English about your goals and health history
  • Skin and medical assessment
  • Quick intramuscular (or doctor-selected) injection
  • Return to daily activities straight away

Total time is about 5–10 minutes. Mild soreness at the injection site is possible.

Results and frequency

  • Some patients notice improved skin vitality within 3–7 days
  • Brightening builds gradually over multiple sessions
  • Common course: 1–2 sessions per week for 3–5 weeks
  • Maintenance: every 2–4 weeks

Many patients combine the injections with laser toning or skin boosters for more visible results.

Aftercare tips

  • Drink plenty of water
  • Avoid alcohol on the day of injection
  • Use daily sun protection
  • Continue a gentle, hydrating skincare routine

Placenta therapy at Nest Clinic Gangnam

Nest Clinic is 1 minute from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 and 7–10 minutes from Gangnam Station. Injections are given under doctor supervision with English-language consultation. Pricing depends on the product and number of sessions and is confirmed at consultation.

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Reviewed by Dr. Joo Sohee

Representative director of Nest Clinic Gangnam, a doctor-led aesthetic clinic with a female medical team that treats local and international patients. This page is reviewed for medical accuracy; it is general information, not a diagnosis. Treatment plans are decided after an in-person consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I get placenta injections?

A common course is 1–2 sessions a week for 3–5 weeks, followed by maintenance every 2–4 weeks.

Is there downtime after a placenta injection?

No downtime is expected; you can return to normal activities immediately. Mild soreness at the injection site can occur.

When will I see results?

Some people notice improved vitality within 3–7 days, while brightness builds gradually over several sessions. Effects are subtle and vary between individuals.

Can placenta injections be combined with other treatments?

Yes. They are often combined with brightening lasers, LDM or skin boosters, for example to support recovery after laser treatment.

Who should avoid placenta injections?

Discuss pregnancy, breastfeeding, allergies and hormone-sensitive conditions with the doctor first, who will decide whether the treatment is suitable.

Interested in placenta injections in Seoul?

Send us a photo and your goals — a doctor reviews it and our English-speaking coordinator replies with a personalised plan and price.

Nest Clinic Gangnam
4F–5F Seocho Building, 453 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
1-min walk from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 (Line 9)
7–10 min from Gangnam Station Exit 10/11
+82-10-4843-2867