In Korea, “skin Botox,” “microbotox” and “mesobotox” usually refer to small, dispersed injections of botulinum toxin type A placed very superficially across the face or neck. This is not the same injection pattern used for glabellar lines, crow’s feet or the masseter. Brand matters, but so do total units, dilution volume, depth, treatment area and injection map.
1. Skin Botox vs conventional wrinkle or jaw Botox
| Feature | Skin Botox / microbotox | Conventional wrinkle or masseter Botox |
|---|---|---|
| Typical depth | Intradermal or very superficial microdroplets at many points | Intramuscular injections into selected facial or masseter muscles |
| Main goals | Oiliness, visible pores, fine lines and skin texture; selected jawline or neck plans | Dynamic lines and masseter hypertrophy |
| How it is priced | Often by full face, neck, cc or a combination package | Often by area or units |
| Design priorities | Dilution, spacing, superficial spread and preserving expression | Muscle anatomy, strength, asymmetry and dose |
Early clinical evidence suggests intradermal botulinum toxin A may improve oiliness, pore appearance, fine lines and selected texture measures. The studies remain small and use different protocols, so results should not be presented as a fixed guarantee.
2. What are Xeomin, Botox Cosmetic and Coretox?
Xeomin
Xeomin contains incobotulinumtoxinA. Manufacturer information highlights that complexing proteins are removed during production. Korean menus often list it as German or imported toxin.
Botox Cosmetic
Botox Cosmetic contains onabotulinumtoxinA and belongs to the Allergan/AbbVie portfolio. A superficial skin-Botox protocol should not be confused with standard intramuscular indications.
Coretox
Coretox is a Korean botulinum toxin type A product by Medytox, available in formats including 100 U. For full-face microbotox, confirm the clinic’s dose and dilution.
3. Korea prices: separate full face, neck and combination packages
These are verified examples with different specifications, not a cheapest-to-most-expensive ranking.
| Product and area | Reference price | What the quote includes |
|---|---|---|
| Xeomin skin Botox, full face 3 cc | ₩220,000 | Tax included; 3 cc is prepared volume, total units must be confirmed |
| Botox skin Botox, full face + neck 5 cc | ₩385,000 | Tax included; broader area than full face alone |
| RF microneedling + Juvelook blue 3 cc + full-face Coretox | ₩700,000 | Combination package, not a Coretox-only price |
| Upgrade Coretox to Xeomin | +₩170,000 | Only for a specified combination package |
Ask for the full product name, total units, diluted cc, exact full-face boundaries, whether neck is separate, combination steps, anaesthesia and 10% VAT.
4. Why can two “full-face” plans look different?
Skin Botox is commonly designed as small, superficial injections across multiple points. Tell the doctor that you want to preserve natural expression, and disclose previous toxin treatments, medicines and relevant health conditions.
5. Can it be combined with skin boosters or RF microneedling?
Korean packages often pair skin Botox with hyaluronic-acid skin boosters, Rejuran, Juvelook or RF microneedling. A combination does not necessarily mean every product is mixed in one syringe; it may be delivered in separate steps, layers or devices.
- Is the toxin prepared separately or mixed in the same syringe?
- What are the total units and total cc?
- Which product is hand-injected, device-injected or paired with RF microneedling?
- What is the order and delivery depth of each step?
6. Eight questions for a first consultation
- Brand, sealed box, vial, batch and expiry
- Total units and diluted cc
- Exact face and neck areas included
- Intradermal microdroplets versus intramuscular injection
- How existing eyelid, brow or smile asymmetry changes the map
- Order and depth when combined with a skin booster or RF microneedling
- Whether anaesthesia, needles and 10% VAT are included
- When to assess the result and when to review
Frequently asked questions
Will skin Botox make my face look frozen?
It is generally planned as small, superficial injections across many points, with fine lines, pores and texture as the focus. When the dose and map are adjusted by area, the aim is to preserve natural expression; state this preference clearly at consultation.
What is skin Botox best suited for?
It is commonly discussed for fine crepey lines, oiliness, pore appearance and smoother-looking texture. Deep dynamic lines, marked laxity or fat deposits require a different assessment.
How do I choose Xeomin, Botox or Coretox?
Consider product preference, the injector’s usual protocol and budget. The full plan—units, dilution, depth and placement—matters as much as the brand.
When will I notice a change?
The full effect is not immediate on treatment day and develops progressively. Duration varies with product, dose, area and individual metabolism.
This guide explains products and price specifications and does not replace an in-person medical assessment. Prices were checked in September 2026; confirm product, units, area and final amount in writing.
