What to bring to an appointment at a dermatology clinic in Seoul
Having a few things ready saves time and misunderstandings, especially if you don’t speak Korean.
For the appointment
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Useful phrases
- 알레르기 있어요allereugi isseoyo
I have allergies
- 내일 비행기 타요naeil bihaenggi tayo
I’m taking a flight tomorrow
- 영어 가능한 분 있어요?yeongeo ganeunghan bun isseoyo?
Does anyone speak English?
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Yes: a small folder (digital or printed) can make the consultation much clearer. Bring:
Passport or ID and the name/address of your accommodation, in case you need to fill out forms.
A list of medications, supplements, known allergies, and recent procedures; add when the changes you want to discuss began and which products you’re currently applying.
Photos without makeup, in similar lighting, if you want to show how your skin looks on different days. There’s no need to bring an entire collection of products: photos of the labels or a list of ingredients are enough.
Your priorities, approximate budget, and how long you’ll be in Seoul. Ask about the total cost, aftercare, and whether anything could leave visible marks before agreeing to a procedure.
Useful phrases: 피부 상담 받고 싶어요(I’d like a skin consultation),통역 가능한가요?(Is interpretation available?) and시술 후 주의사항을 적어 주세요 (Could you write down the aftercare instructions?). Confirm in advance whether the clinic offers interpretation in your language; not all do. If you have severe pain, a sudden rash, or a mole that has changed, mention it when making the appointment and seek medical evaluation instead of treating it as a routine cosmetic consultation.