A Twitch streamer gets plastic surgery in Korea through Seoul TouchUp.

Written by jasmin0710. Posted in Korean Rhinoplasty, Medical Tourism Korea

IzzyG just had plastic surgery in Korea through Seoul TouchUp and filmed her good reviews!

Izzy already had a nose job in the USA, but she was very unpleased with the result because her nose tip was still droopy and long. She knew that there are many reputable plastic surgery clinics in Korea and was looking to visit Korea for revision. But she had no idea where to go since all she could is to search clinics merely through online; she is not familiar with Korea. As scanning all clinic information, she contacted us, Seoul Touchup through the official website by filling out our “Get Started” form.  She wanted to get rhinoplasty, and Seoul Touchup team recommended Banobagi clinic for her as they have experienced and skilled doctors for her case, and planned out her tour in Korea.

Izzy G, also known as Pink Sparkles, is a popular live streamer on Twitch with over 700,000 followers. She also has over 160,000 followers on her Instagram account.

What Seoul Touchup does for her during her stay in Korea for plastic surgery

Izzy arrived in Korea at around the noon. She seemed to be happy and relieved when she saw Seoul Touchup team waiting for her at the airport. The weather was very nice when she arrived. We went right away to the clinic for consultation of her surgery as scheduled!

Seoul Touchup provides full package service, which includes schedule arrangement, airport pickup/drop-off, transportation for any clinic visit, accommodation (4-star hotels), breakfast, groceries and after-care services. Because of our services, she could enjoy flawless and convenient time in Korea. All she needed to do was to buy her flight ticket.

What Seoul Touchup does for her at clinic for plastic surgery

Izzy visited Banobagi clinic for consultation. After she had preparation for consultation, she met a doctor who is specialized in rhinoplasty. She told the doctor that she wanted to have her nose tip lifted and a bit shortened. She was very happy with the consultation because the doctor clearly understood what her concern was and his explanation was quite understandable.

Seoul Touchup guarantees the lowest prices with their partnered clinics. Seoul Touchup offers partnership price for their customers, which is lower than quotation that people would get from clinics as an individual.

What Seoul Touchup provides for Seoul tour

After Izzy’s first consultation with the doctor at the clinic, Seoul Touchup Tour team took her to Gyeongbokgung Palace, an iconic palace in Korean history. The palace was in Seoul and took about 40 minutes’ drive. Before entering the palace, Izzy rented and put on Hanbok, a traditional Korean dress. She really liked her experience of going around the palace in Hanbok. It was a very special and new experience for her, and took many photos of herself in Hanbok to keep her memories. We looked around the palace area for about 2 hours.

Seoul Touchup Tour team also took Izzy on tour to Namsan Park, a symbolic park on a mountain at the center of Seoul. We took a cable car to the top of the mountain. Even though the day was quite cold, the sky was clear enough for her to enjoy the view of the whole landscape of Seoul city. Izzy really liked the view of the Seoul city and took photos and videos.

This is the end of part 1 of Izzy’s journey with Seoul Touchup. Please look forward to part 2 of her journey, which will be uploaded soon!

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Korean Celebrities and Plastic Surgery

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Korean Plastic Surgery

South Korea makes headlines across Asia and the West for its alleged obsession with cosmetic enhancements. When the entire population is taken into account, Korea has the highest rate of cosmetic plastic surgery in the world. And according to plastic surgery statistics, for every 1000 Koreans, 16 have had cosmetic improvement of some sort.

In Seoul itself, cosmetic surgery and beauty treatment clinics are everywhere. The district of Gangnam in downtown Seoul is acclaimed as the beauty belt of Korea, whereby cosmetic clinics flood the streets lining side-by-side and stacked sky-high.

In modern-day Korea, cosmetic plastic surgery is not only limited to the female gender. A 2010 survey conducted by a Korean employment website found that 44% of male college students were contemplating aesthetic surgery.

Korean pop idols and celebrities have long been renowned for their subtle transformations over time despite many refuting the mere notion of plastic surgery. Nowadays, celebrities are finding it more difficult to deny having gone under the knife; especially when the media reveals past photos and comparing them to images taken during elementary or high school days.

In recent times though, several famous Korean entertainers have confessed to dabbling with surgical procedures. Leading the way is KARA’s Goo Hara who openly admitted to having some minor adjustments to enhance her face with double eyelids and fillers injected into her nose. The actress, Park Min Young, has also come clean with admissions to having done plastic surgery whilst in junior high school: double eyelid surgery as well as nose surgery to correct a crooked nose.

The recent re-unification of the 1990s boy band Shinhwa saw 3 of its members confessing to having had plastic surgery on KBS2 TV’s “Win Win” show. All three spoke of the pressure of having to look impeccable in the entertainment industry, and succumbing to peer- group pressure.

Another popular boy band Super Junior also has one of its members admitting to plastic surgery. In 2011, the singer by the name of Shindong had double eyelid surgery and was reportedly thrilled with his new improved look.

Kim Hyun Joong, a popular Korean singer-actor also admitted during an appearance on a Korean comedy talk show that he had undergone rhinoplasty after injuring his nose. One half of the duo from the group Fly to the Sky – Hwanhee – was criticized by the media for his face altering image. He later broached the subject by confessing to having plastic surgery to improve his image.

The onset of famous Korean entertainers openly admitting that they have undergone some form of surgical procedure has encouraged more and more individuals to have plastic surgery. Nowadays, star-struck fans accept the fact that some stars were shaped with the help from plastic surgeons. And with the rise in Asian tourists admiring the beauty standards of Korean celebrities, many travel to Korea for cosmetic surgery determined to have their image crafted to the standards of their Korean idols.

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Advantages of Having Nostril Reduction for Asians

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Korean Rhinoplasty

When I was growing up, I had a cousin who was often teased because of her flared or wide nostrils. Little did we know,  this would affect both her personality and the way she related to others. As teens, I would often find her hiding her face with a handkerchief, or staying home instead of joining us at parties. They moved out of town, and it was only a few years ago that we saw each other again. I was surprised by the change in her personality and looks. She looked stunning and different, and she became very outgoing! I found out later that she underwent alar base reduction surgery, which is also known as nostril reduction. I never thought that a simple surgery would change her outlook in life, and her physical appearance.

Her change was awe inspiring, and she told me that this type of nose surgery is actually very common among Asians. A lot of Asians have thicker and wider alae base, which can be very obvious when they smile or laugh. This will make the nostrils larger than usual, and the sides so thick that some people suffering from flared nostrils say it feels like they have a small tomato or onion on top of their noses! Thankfully, the advancement in the techniques and procedures in the field of cosmetic nose procedures has made it possible for medical experts to perfect nostril reduction procedure, hook nose correction surgery, and nasal tip and bridge enhancement.

What is Nostril Reduction and is it Safe?

Although there are different approaches to nostril reduction surgery, the most common procedures involve small incisions done either in the area between the septum and the nostrils, or at the outer part of the nostrils, depending on what the doctor feels is best for you. The incisions are done to excise thick tissues in those areas, and minimize the flare and thickness of the alar base. This is a very simple and minor procedure, and only requires local anesthetics. Nose reduction can also be done together with other cosmetic nose surgery procedures, for a more natural and well balanced look.

Who are Candidates for Nasal Reduction?

You might need nose reduction if your nostrils are wider than usual and tend to flare, especially when you smile, laugh, or cry. People who think that their wide alar base affects the overall “look” of their face might be candidates, too. There might be people who think they need this type of surgery but they actually don’t, and there might be people who think they don’t need this surgery but they actually do! Although alar base reduction surgery is a simple procedure with minimal risks, a medical expert can provide you with insights about how the surgery can affect your entire nose and face. This is the reason why nose reduction surgery is usually done together with tip plasty, for a more harmonious look.

Nostril reduction is not as popular when compared to other nose surgery procedures, but for someone like my cousin, who had to suffer from embarrassment and humiliation while growing up, undergoing the procedure boosted her confidence, and provided her with the opportunity to reach out and fulfill dreams.

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