Excess skin or fat
- Skin that hangs or folds over the inner lips
- Outer lips that bulge in leggings or swimwear
- Changes after major weight loss
- Rubbing when walking or exercising
Firmer outer lips, smoother lines
Labia Majora Reduction in Gangnam, Seoul, smoother, firmer outer lips
Labia majora reduction is surgery that removes extra skin, and sometimes fat, from the outer lips of the vulva when they sag, wrinkle or bulge. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, female OB-GYNs perform it in about 1 hour under local or sedation anesthesia, and you go home the same day. The scar is usually placed in the natural fold between the inner and outer lips, where it is hard to see. An English-speaking coordinator helps you from booking to follow-up.
- Same-day discharge
- All-female doctors
- About 1 hour
- Scar in the natural fold
- Can combine with minora surgery
- ~1 h surgery time
- Same day discharge after a short rest
- 4 wks before sex again
- 5 female doctors on one team
The basics
What is labia majora reduction?
The labia majora are the outer lips of the vulva, the soft, fatty folds covered with hair-bearing skin. With age, weight loss, pregnancy or genetics, they can become loose, wrinkled, darker or larger than you would like.
Labia majora reduction removes the extra skin, and fat where needed, to give a flatter, firmer outline. It is different from labia minora reduction, which treats the thin inner lips.
If your outer lips look deflated rather than full, reduction may not be the right choice. In that case, adding volume can help more. See labia majora augmentation.
What it can change Common reasons for labia majora reduction
- Loose, hanging skin of the outer lips
- Deep wrinkles after weight loss or with age
- A visible bulge in tight clothes or swimwear
- Chafing between the thighs
- Asymmetry between the two sides
What it is not
- It does not add volume. For that, see labia majora augmentation.
- It does not reduce the pubic mound above. See mons pubis liposuction or lift.
Is it right for you?
Who is a good candidate in Seoul?
Most women who choose this surgery are adults whose outer lips changed over time. Your doctor checks whether skin, fat or volume loss is the main issue.
Thin or deflated lips
- Outer lips that look empty or flat
- Wrinkles with little extra skin
- Mainly darker color rather than shape
- A wish for a fuller, younger look
Before you decide
- As general good practice, cosmetic genital surgery is for adults aged 18 or over
- Wait until you are at a stable weight, as weight change alters the result
- Tell your doctor if you smoke, have diabetes or take blood thinners
A lump, sore or sudden swelling on the labia is not a cosmetic issue. Have it checked first.
Your options
Ways to treat the labia majora
The clinic offers several approaches for the outer lips. Your doctor may combine them.
Surgical reduction
Removes excess skin and fat. The incision usually sits in the fold beside the inner lips.
Sagging, bulging lipsVolume restoration
Filler, your own fat or stem-cell volume treatment adds fullness to flat outer lips, without cutting skin.
Deflated, wrinkled lipsLifting, lightening and hair removal
The clinic offers Y-zone lifting and whitening care, and laser hair removal. See vulvar lightening.
Color and skin texture Step by step
Labia majora reduction in Gangnam, step by step
A planned day surgery with the same English-speaking team throughout.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Share your concern and your travel dates.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card.
- 3 Exam and plan A female OB-GYN checks the skin, fat and inner lips, and marks how much to remove while you stand and lie down.
- 4 Surgery in the B2 center About 1 hour under local or sedation anesthesia. Excess tissue is removed and closed with fine sutures.
- 5 Rest and go home A short rest in a private recovery room on 5F, then home with aftercare advice and a check-up date.
How to prepare
- Avoid aspirin, fish oil and similar supplements as your doctor advises.
- Do not wax or shave the area right before.
- Bring loose underwear and pads.
- Plan a few quiet days after surgery.
Will it hurt?
Anesthesia keeps you comfortable during surgery. Afterwards, swelling and bruising are normal, and sitting may feel sore for several days.
Cold packs, loose clothing and the pain medicine you take home make the first week easier.
After surgery
Recovery and risks
The outer lips hold more fat than the inner lips, so swelling can take a little longer to go down.
First week
Swelling and bruising
Rest, keep the area clean and dry, avoid long sitting. Desk work is usually fine after a few days.
Weeks 2 to 4
Wound settling
No baths, swimming, cycling or tight clothes. Stitches dissolve or are removed at a check-up.
After 4 weeks
Sex and exercise
Usually allowed after a wound check. The scar fades over several months.
Possible risks
Know before you sign
Bleeding or hematoma, infection, wound opening, visible scar, asymmetry, changes in sensation, and revision if too little or too much is removed.
Expats & visitors
Labia majora reduction in Korea as a foreigner
You can combine this surgery with a short stay in Seoul. Allow time for swelling and a check-up.
Simple follow-up
Bring your Alien Registration Card and come back for a wound check after about a week.
Stay 5 to 7 days
Sitting can be sore at first, so long flights are easier after several days. Bring a soft cushion and wear loose clothes.
English documents
Ask the coordinator for an English receipt or medical certificate if you need it at home.
Quick answers
Labia majora reduction: common questions
Where can I get labia majora reduction in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul offers labia majora surgery by female OB-GYNs with an English-speaking coordinator. It is a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). Message us on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719.
How much does labia majora reduction cost in Seoul?
The cost depends on how much tissue is removed, the anesthesia and any combined procedures. The coordinator gives you an estimate after your consultation.
Where is the scar?
Usually in the natural fold between the inner and outer lips, where it is hidden in most positions. It fades over several months.
Is labia majora reduction the same as labiaplasty?
It is one type. Labiaplasty usually means inner lip surgery. Labia majora reduction treats the outer lips. See labiaplasty.
Should I choose reduction or filler for my outer lips?
Reduction suits extra, hanging skin. Filler or fat suits outer lips that look flat or empty. Your doctor will recommend one after an exam.
How long is recovery?
Most women return to light work within a few days. Sex and full exercise usually wait about 4 weeks.
Can I do labia minora and majora surgery together?
Yes, it is often planned in one session. Your doctor will explain how this changes recovery.
Ready when you are
Book your labia majora consultation in Gangnam, Seoul
Send a message in English with your question and travel dates. A coordinator arranges a private consultation with a female doctor.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |