Collagen Induction Therapy in Seoul: Procedure, Results & Cost
Controlled micro-injuries that trigger new collagen to improve acne scars, pores, fine lines and firmness.
Collagen induction therapy (CIT), also called microneedling, uses fine needles to create controlled micro-channels that trigger the skin’s healing response and new collagen and elastin. A session takes 30–60 minutes under numbing cream, followed by redness similar to mild sunburn for 1–3 days. Best results usually come after 3–4 sessions; standard microneedling in Seoul is about ₩150,000–₩300,000, more with PRP, exosomes or RF.
What is collagen induction therapy?
Collagen induction therapy (CIT) creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin with very fine needles. The skin’s wound-healing response then produces new collagen and elastin, gradually improving texture, tone and firmness. Devices include:
- Automated microneedling pens (e.g. Dermapen)
- RF microneedling systems that add radiofrequency heat (see Potenza)
- Manual dermarollers (less common in clinics)
Potential benefits
Real result: Acne care
Microneedling is widely used for acne scars and pores, with improvement building over several sessions.
Procedure and aftercare
- Cleansing and numbing cream
- The device creates many tiny micro-channels across the treatment area
- Healing serums (hyaluronic acid, exosomes or PRP) are applied
Treatment time: 30–60 minutes.
Aftercare: expect redness like a mild sunburn for 1–3 days; avoid makeup, saunas and the gym for 48 hours; use gentle cleanser and moisturiser and always apply broad-spectrum SPF.
Cost of CIT in Seoul
| Option | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Standard microneedling | ₩150,000 – ₩300,000 |
| With PRP or exosomes | ₩300,000 – ₩700,000 |
| RF microneedling | ₩500,000 – ₩900,000 |
| Packages (3–5 sessions) | From ₩1,000,000 depending on inclusions |
Important considerations
- Best results usually after 3–4 sessions, especially for scars or aging skin
- Generally suitable for most skin tones, with a lower risk of pigmentation change than many lasers — though sun protection remains essential
- Redness usually fades within a few days
- Not performed over active acne or skin infection
- Sterile, medical-grade single-use needle tips should be used
Nest Clinic is 1 minute from Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 in Gangnam, with English consultation.
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
Is collagen induction therapy the same as microneedling?
Yes. Collagen induction therapy is the medical term for microneedling, which uses fine needles to stimulate collagen production.
How many sessions of CIT do I need?
Most people see the best results after 3–4 sessions, typically spaced several weeks apart.
What is the downtime after microneedling?
Expect redness similar to mild sunburn for 1–3 days; avoid makeup, saunas and the gym for 48 hours.
Does CIT help acne scars?
Microneedling is commonly used to improve acne scars and enlarged pores, usually over a series of sessions. It is not done over active acne.
How much does collagen induction therapy cost in Seoul?
Standard microneedling is about ₩150,000–₩300,000; adding PRP or exosomes is about ₩300,000–₩700,000, and RF microneedling ₩500,000–₩900,000.
Planning collagen induction therapy 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.
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
