South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Procedure Type (Invasive Procedures and Non-Invasive Procedures), By Application (Skin Resurfacing &Tightening, Body Contouring & Cellulite Reduction, Facial Aesthetic Procedures, Breast Augmentation, and Other Applications), and By End User (Hospitals, Clinics & Beauty Centers, and Home Settings), and South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Size Was Estimated at USD 4,809.5 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 18.10% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 29,988.6 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 29,988.6 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 18.10% from 2025 to 2035. The growing emphasis on personal appearance in society, which fuels a greater need for aesthetic operations, is a major factor driving the booming aesthetic medicine sector.

Market Overview

The field of medicine known as "aesthetic medicine" is devoted to improving a patient's look through non-surgical or minimally invasive methods. By treating cosmetic issues including wrinkles, skin laxity, and volume loss, it seeks to enhance one's physical appearance, sense of self, and general contentment. Energy-based devices, injectables like Botox and fillers, and other non-surgical procedures are all included in this discipline. Consumers self-esteem and general well-being can be enhanced by aesthetic operations, which can make them feel more at ease and confident about the way they look. The popularity of non-surgical and minimally invasive procedures provides a more convenient and low-risk means of achieving cosmetic objectives. The market is growing as a result of rising acceptance and knowledge of cosmetic operations, which are being driven by social media and celebrity endorsements. Such of urbanization and rising disposable income, more consumers may now afford aesthetic procedures. The market for aesthetic medicine is expanding as a result of government programs that stimulate the construction of medical device parks and healthcare infrastructure. Innovation and technical breakthroughs are also being derived from government funding for aesthetic medicine research and development.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for South Korea aesthetic medicine market based on various segments and regions forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea aesthetic medicine market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment South Korea aesthetic medicine market.

Driving Factors

The rising consumer demand for minimally invasive procedures, increasing awareness of cosmetic treatments, and advancements in medical technologies such as lasers, fillers, and energy-based devices. Growing disposable incomes, social media influence, and shifting beauty standards further boost market expansion. Additionally, an aging population seeking youthful appearances and the increasing availability of aesthetic treatments in medical and non-medical settings contribute to widespread adoption.

Restraining Factors

Inconsistent regulations across regions can delay the approval of new treatments and increase operational costs. Safety concerns, including risks of complications and adverse reactions, can deter potential patients. Furthermore, the lack of standardized training for practitioners may lead to suboptimal outcomes and patient dissatisfaction.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea aesthetic medicine market share is classified into procedure type, application, and end user.

• The non-invasive procedures segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea aesthetic medicine market is segmented by procedure type into invasive procedures and non-invasive procedures. Among these, the non-invasive procedures segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The desire for non-invasive procedures has increased globally due to a number of variables, including less pain, immediate outcomes, and affordability. Chemical peels, soft tissue fillers, and Botox injections are common non-invasive procedures. Furthermore, some common aesthetic surgeries include invasive ones like breast augmentation, nose reshaping, and liposuction.

• The skin resurfacing &tightening segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea aesthetic medicine market is segmented by application into skin resurfacing &tightening, body contouring & cellulite reduction, facial aesthetic procedures, breast augmentation, and other applications. Among these, the skin resurfacing &tightening segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The rising demand for non-invasive anti-aging treatments, increased consumer awareness, and advancements in laser and radiofrequency technologies. South Korea’s strong beauty culture, early adoption of aesthetic innovations, and growing aging population further fuel the segment’s growth and sustained consumer interest.

• The hospitals segment dominated share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea aesthetic medicine market is segmented by end user into hospitals, clinics & beauty centers, and home settings. Among these, the hospitals segment dominated share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The substantial volume of medical data that hospitals produce regularly is effectively handled. Large hospitals can save money and time by using EHRs, which drives market expansion. Furthermore, small and mid-sized hospitals' high acceptance rates of EHRs are a result of their ease of deployment, which propels the market's expansion.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea aesthetic medicine market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the companies' current news and developments, including product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Hugel Inc.
• Medytox
• Classys Inc.
• Daewoong Pharma
• BioPlus Co., Ltd.
• Wontech Inc.
• Merz Pharma
• Medicon
• Daeyang Medical
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea aesthetic medicine market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market, By Product Type

• Invasive Procedures
• Non-invasive Procedures

South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market, By Application

• Skin Resurfacing &Tightening
• Body Contouring & Cellulite Reduction
• Facial Aesthetic Procedures
• Breast Augmentation
• Other Applications

South Korea Aesthetic Medicine Market, By End-user

• Hospitals
• Clinics & Beauty Centers
•  Home Settings