Exosome Therapy in Gangnam, Seoul: Effects, Downtime by Method & Prices | Orta Clinic

Exosome therapy is one of the most asked-about K-beauty treatments, and also one of the most vaguely explained online. This page explains how it is actually used at Orta Clinic, a dermatology clinic on Gangnam-daero in Seocho-gu, Seoul (a short walk from Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station), what it costs with prices published upfront, and what it does.

Information current as of October 2026. Prices in KRW, excluding 10% VAT.

What Exosome Therapy Does

Exosomes carry regenerative signals and growth factors directly, which is what sets them apart from boosters that work by prompting your skin to produce something later: the effect on recovery shows quickly, and the treatment also helps calm inflammation. At Orta Clinic, exosome solution (ASCE) is applied through microneedling with a dermapen or a Potenza pumping tip, and it works on its own merits, whether done as a standalone treatment or added to another session. Typical uses: sensitive skin, rosacea-prone redness, skin recovering after a procedure, or whenever redness and breakouts flare up; there is no fixed interval.

Scalp and Hair Loss Care

Less known among visitors: applied to the scalp with a dermapen, exosome treatment improves scalp inflammation, and because the solution contains growth factors it is also used for hair loss care. For travelers and expats who notice shedding or an irritated scalp, this is one of the few options that fits a short visit, since the facial version's gentle downtime profile applies to the scalp too. Whether your scalp is a fit is assessed at the in-person consultation.

Downtime and Pain: Dermapen vs Potenza

The two application methods feel different, and this is worth knowing before you book:

Either way it is among the gentlest treatments on the calendar and a reasonable pick even mid-trip. Which method fits your skin and goals is decided through the in-person consultation, with the final quote confirmed before anything starts.

The Regulatory Context

Worth knowing as a background fact: in the United States, the FDA has not approved any exosome products and has issued a public safety notification about unapproved exosome offerings (FDA). In Korea, exosome solutions are used topically with procedures such as microneedling rather than injected as a drug, which is how they are applied here. If you are comparing it against other boosters, Rejuran targets skin quality and hydration, and the three-way comparison is in the glass skin guide.

Prices, Published Upfront

Every exosome menu is listed with its price on the English booking page before you contact anyone. Discounted prices rotate with promotions, and the 3-session package is paid upfront.

Booking from Abroad

Reserve in English at ortaclinic.com/en/reservation under your passport spelling. The clinic runs weekdays 10:00 to 20:00 and weekends 10:00 to 18:00, payment is made at the clinic after your visit (international cards accepted, 10% VAT added), and questions after you fly home go to the English WhatsApp channel (+82-10-6421-9755).

FAQ

Is exosome therapy worth it compared to Rejuran?
They do different jobs, and both stand on their own. Exosomes carry regenerative signals and growth factors directly, so they show fast recovery effects and help with inflammation; Rejuran targets skin texture, hydration, and barrier repair over a short course. Sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin often points to exosomes; dull, dehydrated skin points to Rejuran. Your starting point is set at the consultation.

Can I combine it with Rejuran in one visit?
Yes, that is one of the most common pairings for visitors: a skin booster injection plus exosomes applied with microneedling in the same session. Whether the combination fits your skin, and in which order, is decided at the consultation.

Does it hurt?
With the dermapen, almost not at all, and there is almost no downtime. With the Potenza pumping tip, the sensation is noticeable but not very painful, and redness lasts about a day; numbing cream covers both comfortably.

This article is for general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Individual results vary. Prices are published on the official booking page, change with promotions, and exclude 10% VAT. Source: FDA public safety notification on exosome products.