Festoons Repair in Seoul, Korea
Cause-based treatment of festoons and malar bags — the puffy swelling that sits on the cheekbone below the eyelid — combining surgical redraping and midface support with non-surgical care.
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Eye & under-eye specialist clinic
- English support · remote photo consults
What are festoons and how are they treated?
Festoons (malar bags or malar mounds) are puffy, sometimes fluid-filled swellings that sit over the cheekbone below the lower eyelid, separate from ordinary eye bags. Because they involve the cheek as well as the lid, treatment combines skin–muscle redraping, malar septum release and midface (SOOF) support, or direct excision in selected cases, with non-surgical options such as hyaluronidase for old filler and RF microneedling for skin. Surgery takes about 60–150 minutes and social downtime is about 10–14 days.
Why choose Sinsa L for festoons repair
- Lid, canthus and midface as one unit — key because festoons live on the cheek.
- Cause-first planning — skin laxity, fluid, old filler and fat are distinguished.
- Honest expectations — festoons are among the hardest under-eye problems; staged care may be advised.
- International-friendly — English support, remote photo consults, transparent quotes and travel-aware scheduling near Sinsa Station.
Who is a good candidate?
- Puffy mounds over the cheekbone below the lower lid
- Swelling that worsens in the morning or after salt
- Crepey lower-lid skin with lid–cheek step
- Lingering swelling after fillers or previous surgery
- Good general health; thyroid, kidney and allergy causes checked
Techniques we offer
Subciliary skin–muscle redraping
Tightens and redrapes lax lower-lid skin and muscle.
Malar septum release & SOOF support
Releases the tether and lifts the midface for a smooth transition.
Direct festoon excision
For selected stubborn festoons where a small scar is acceptable.
Non-surgical support
Hyaluronidase for old filler, RF microneedling or laser for skin. Puffy eyes →
Lower-lid redraping result
This lower blepharoplasty result shows a smoother lid–cheek transition after redraping. Festoon treatment builds on the same principles with added midface support.
Festoons often improve gradually; final results take 3–6 months.
Your treatment journey
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Consultation & imaging
Assessment of skin laxity, fluid, prior filler, fat compartments and midface support; medical causes screened.
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Plan & quote
Technique selection, combination options, recovery timeline and a clear quote.
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Surgery day
Precise technique under local anesthesia with sedation; usually same-day discharge.
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Aftercare & checks
Cooling, head elevation, stitch removal at day 5–7 if applicable and scheduled follow-ups.
Recovery timeline
- Days 1–3: peak swelling; cool compresses and head elevation
- Days 5–7: stitches removed
- Weeks 2: bruising improves
- Weeks 3–8: swelling subsides gradually
- Months 3–6: final contour
Aftercare tips
- Sleep with your head elevated for 1–2 weeks
- Avoid heavy exercise, saunas and alcohol for about 2 weeks
- Use prescribed ointments and protect scars from UV
- Report increasing pain, redness or sudden asymmetry promptly
Risks & considerations
Prolonged swelling, bruising, asymmetry, visible scarring (especially with direct excision), lid malposition, incomplete correction and possible staged or repeat treatment.
Festoons Repair cost in Seoul (guide)
| Procedure | Price range (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Subciliary skin–muscle redraping ± malar septum release | ₩2.8M – ₩5.5M |
| SOOF / midface support (add-on) | ₩1.5M – ₩3.0M |
| Direct festoon excision (selected) | ₩2.5M – ₩4.5M |
| Fat repositioning with lower blepharoplasty | ₩1.8M – ₩4.8M |
| Canthopexy / lateral tarsal strip (add-on) | ₩0.8M – ₩2.0M |
| Hyaluronidase (per session) | ₩150K – ₩300K |
| RF microneedling / fractional laser (per session) | ₩300K – ₩800K |
Exact fees depend on anatomy and plan; a final quote follows in-person evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
Are festoons the same as eye bags?
No. Eye bags are fat in the lower lid; festoons sit lower, on the cheekbone, and often involve fluid and lax skin.
Can festoons be treated without surgery?
Mild cases improve with skin tightening, hyaluronidase for old filler and lifestyle changes; established festoons usually need surgery.
Will festoons come back?
Correcting skin, septum and midface support gives long-lasting improvement, but fluid retention and ageing can still affect the area.
Is there a scar?
Most incisions are under the lash line; direct excision leaves a small scar on the cheek, used only in selected cases.
How long should overseas patients stay?
About 10–14 days for surgical treatment.
Dr. Lee Young-geun, MD
Board-certified plastic & reconstructive surgeon, founder and sole surgeon of Sinsa L Plastic Surgery. Adjunct clinical professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Korea University; full member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KSAPS) and member of IPRAS. 15+ years in plastic surgery.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · About our clinicBook your festoons repair consultation
Send front and oblique photos with your concerns. Dr. Lee will review them and suggest the most suitable plan, with recovery and pricing tailored to your schedule.
Sinsa L Plastic Surgery · 3F–4F, 598 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Sinsa Station (Line 3) Exit 3, 1-minute walk · Tel 02-517-7410
