Marionette Lines Treatment in Korea: Filler, Lifting & Cost
The short answer
Marionette lines are usually treated in Gangnam with hyaluronic acid filler to restore support at the mouth corners, often combined with HIFU or RF lifting when jowl sagging pulls the lines deeper. Filler typically costs about ₩200,000 to ₩800,000 per cc and lasts roughly 9 to 12 months, with 2 to 5 days of swelling. Lifting devices add about ₩300,000 to ₩3,000,000 per session.
Key facts
- Main treatments: HA filler, HIFU, RF lifting, thread lift, skin boosters
- Filler cost: about ₩200,000–₩800,000 per cc; 1–2 cc is common
- Lifting cost: about ₩300,000–₩3,000,000 per session
- Sessions: filler often 1; lifting 1 per 6–12 months
- Downtime: 2–5 days of mild swelling for filler; little for HIFU
- Results last: filler about 9–12 months; lifting about 6–12 months
Why get marionette lines treated in Korea?
Marionette lines run from the corners of your mouth down toward the chin. They can make a relaxed face look sad or tired, and they rarely respond to skincare alone. Korean clinics are known for treating them as part of the whole lower face rather than as a single crease, which tends to look more natural.
A Gangnam doctor will usually assess volume loss around the mouth and chin, the weight of the jowls, skin thickness, and muscle pull from the depressor anguli oris, the small muscle that drags the mouth corners down.
Types of marionette lines
- Volume-loss lines: a hollow beside the chin creates a shadow. Filler is usually the main tool.
- Laxity-driven lines: sagging jowls fold skin over. Lifting addresses the cause.
- Muscle-driven lines: a strong downward pull at the mouth corners. A small dose of Botox can help.
- Etched lines: fine creases in thin skin, which respond to boosters and collagen stimulation.
Most popular marionette line treatments in Korea
1. Dermal fillers
Hyaluronic acid filler placed under the line and along the pre-jowl area restores support. Most patients need 1 to 2 cc in total. See our dermal filler guide for product choices.
2. HIFU lifting
Focused ultrasound heats deeper layers to tighten tissue over 2 to 3 months. Korean devices such as Shurink and Ultraformer are budget-friendly; Ultherapy costs more.
3. RF lifting
Radiofrequency tightens skin and stimulates collagen, useful when lines come with crepey skin.
4. Thread lift
Dissolvable threads reposition jowl tissue for an immediate lift. Expect 3 to 7 days of tenderness.
5. Skin boosters and collagen care
Rejuran, Juvelook or similar products thicken thin skin around the mouth over a course of sessions.
Marionette lines treatment cost in Korea
| Treatment | Typical range per session |
|---|---|
| HA filler | about ₩200,000–₩800,000 per cc |
| Botox for mouth corners | about ₩50,000–₩200,000 |
| Korean HIFU (lower face) | about ₩150,000–₩600,000 |
| Ultherapy or Thermage | about ₩1,000,000–₩3,000,000 |
| Thread lift | about ₩500,000–₩2,000,000 |
| Skin booster | about ₩150,000–₩600,000 |
Why Gangnam?
Gangnam has a high concentration of clinics with lifting devices and experienced injectors, so you can compare two or three consultations in a day. Many clinics also have English-speaking coordinators. If jawline sagging is your bigger concern, read our sagging jawline guide; for nearby folds, see nasolabial folds treatment.
How many sessions are needed?
Filler alone often achieves the main improvement in one visit, with an optional top-up after two weeks. Lifting devices are usually repeated every 6 to 12 months. Booster courses run 2 to 3 sessions, a few weeks apart. On a one-week trip, a combined filler and HIFU visit is realistic; boosters may need continuing at home.
Aftercare
- Avoid pressing or massaging the area for 48 hours after filler.
- Skip saunas, alcohol and hard workouts for 1 to 2 days.
- Expect mild tenderness when chewing after a thread lift; eat soft foods for a few days.
- Keep up sunscreen, because UV breaks down collagen around the mouth.
Plan treatment early in your stay so you can attend a check before flying home.
This guide is for general information and is not medical advice. Prices are typical ranges reported by Gangnam clinics in 2026 and vary by clinic, doctor and treatment plan; confirm directly with the clinic.
Patient questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does marionette lines treatment cost in Korea?
Filler typically runs about ₩200,000 to ₩800,000 per cc, and most people need 1 to 2 cc. Adding a lifting device raises the total depending on the machine.
Is filler or lifting better for marionette lines?
Filler suits lines caused by volume loss, while lifting suits lines caused by sagging jowls. Many patients benefit from both.
How long do results last?
Filler usually lasts about 9 to 12 months in this mobile area. Lifting results typically last 6 to 12 months.
Can I fly home after treatment?
Usually within a day or two. Allow a few extra days after a thread lift in case of swelling or tenderness.
Will filler make my face look heavy?
Not if placed conservatively. Ask your doctor to start with a modest amount and review after two weeks.
Not sure which Gangnam clinic is right for you?
Tell us your goals, budget and travel dates. Our English-speaking coordinators compare doctor-led clinics and usually reply with free quotes within 24 hours.