Our editors have visited both Korean-owned and Filipino-owned aesthetic clinics across BGC and Makati. Here is what the experience is actually like — and which is right for you.
Manila's aesthetic clinic landscape now includes a meaningful number of Korean-owned or Korean-trained practices alongside the established Filipino brands. The differences in approach, philosophy, and patient experience are real and worth understanding before you book.
Which to Choose
Choose Korean clinic for: glass skin protocols, gradual skin quality improvement, barrier-first approach, Korean hair techniques. Choose Filipino clinic for: comprehensive treatment menus, faster results, more aggressive laser options, surgical consultations, the warmth of Filipino hospitality.
Need Personal Guidance?
Speak with Our Beauty Concierge
Not sure which spa or treatment is right for you? Our concierge team offers complimentary, personalized recommendations — tailored to your preferences, budget, and wellness goals.
Written by
Hana Yamamoto
Wellness Editor
