Purified German botulinum toxin · Myeongdong, Seoul

Xeomin in Myeongdong, Seoul

A highly purified botulinum toxin without accessory proteins — a popular choice in Seoul for natural wrinkle softening and repeat treatments.

Same price as locals
English-speaking team
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Treatment room for injectables at Umi Clinic in Myeongdong — **10–20 min** Smoother in about 1–2 weeks

Quick answer

What is Xeomin?

Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA) is a botulinum toxin type A made by Merz in Germany. It is often called a “naked” toxin because it is filtered to remove the complexing proteins that surround the active molecule in some other products.

It works the same way as other toxins — relaxing targeted muscles — and is used for forehead, frown, eye lines, jaw slimming and more. Some people who treat often prefer it in theory to lower the chance of developing antibodies. You can compare it with Allergan Botox.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Yoon Jong-woo , Medical Director, Umi Clinic (Korean-licensed physician) · Updated October 2026. Results vary by person; the doctor explains risks, side effects and alternatives at consultation.

Session: 10–20 min
Numbing: Usually not needed
Downtime: None
Results: Begin in 3–5 days, full at 2 weeks
Lasts: Often 3–5 months by area
Pricing: Same price as locals

Your visit

How Xeomin works at Umi

Every visit is doctor-led and explained in English, from the first skin check to aftercare.

Consultation
You choose your areas and the doctor explains why Xeomin may or may not suit you.
Product check
You can see the Xeomin vial and packaging before it is prepared.
Injections
Doses are placed precisely into the target muscles.
Aftercare
Stay upright for 4 hours and avoid pressure, saunas and intense exercise that day.

Before & after

How Xeomin softens lines

The purified toxin blocks nerve-to-muscle signals in treated areas, softening dynamic wrinkles or slimming muscles.

Illustration of the mechanism — not a patient photo. Individual results vary; real before-and-after photos can be reviewed at consultation.

Days 3–5

Muscle activity starts to fall.

Week 2

Full softening effect.

Months 3–5

Movement gradually returns.

Is it right for you?

Who Xeomin suits best

Good fit if you…

Have regular Botox and want a purified option
Want natural softening of expression lines
Prefer a toxin with no accessory proteins
Want jaw or wrinkle treatment without downtime

Consider another option if…

You are pregnant or breastfeeding
You are allergic to any toxin ingredient
You have a neuromuscular disorder
You have an infection at the injection site

Recovery & results

What to expect, step by step

Same day
Back to sightseeing straight away.
Days 3–5
Effect begins.
2 weeks
Full result; small touch-up if needed.
3–5 months
Repeat as needed.

FAQ

Xeomin questions

Is Xeomin the same as Botox?

Both are botulinum toxin type A and work in the same way. Xeomin is filtered to remove complexing proteins; Botox (Allergan) includes them.

Does Xeomin reduce resistance?

The theory is that fewer proteins mean less chance of antibodies with repeated use. Resistance is rare with any toxin, but some frequent users prefer Xeomin.

Does it work faster or last longer?

Onset and duration are broadly similar to other leading toxins at equivalent doses.

Can Xeomin be used for jaw slimming?

Yes, it can be used for masseter and other areas.

Do foreigners pay more?

No. International patients pay the same price as local patients at Umi Clinic.

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