Planning to go to South Korea for cosmetic treatments in the fall of 2026? The periods around Chuseok, National Day (Gwangbokjeol), and Korean Language Day are peak holiday times in South Korea, during which many Dermatology clinics either close or only have their directors seeing patients. The worst part is arriving in Seoul, Busan, or Jeju to find the clinic’s doors firmly shut. This article compiles a comprehensive list of the operating status of clinics that partner with BeautsGO—take just five minutes to check it before you go, and you can avoid a wasted trip.
I. Quick Overview of South Korea’s Three Major Holiday Periods in 2026
First, figure out exactly when South Korea’s three key holidays fall this year, so you can compare them with the holiday schedules of various clinics.
| Festivals | Western date format | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Chuseok Festival | Friday, September 25, 2026 – Shōjitsu | South Korea’s Thanksgiving holiday falls on September 24–27, offering a long weekend. |
| National Day/Gaecheonjeol | Saturday, October 3, 2026 | South Korea’s National Day is not October 1st, unlike China’s National Day. |
| Hangul Day | Friday, October 9, 2026 | National holidays: October 9–11 are consecutive holidays, with most clinics closed. |
📌 How to determine clinic hours on 10/9: Hanul (한글날) is a national holiday in South Korea. According to the standard practice of clinics there, private Dermatology practices at the 의원 level usually close on this day—clinics such as JRYN and RENOVO in Busan both announce on their official websites that they will be closed throughout the holiday. As a result, clinics not specifically listed as open on 10/9 in the table are all considered to be closed. The only clinic currently confirmed to be open 365 days a year is RE:BERRY. It’s still recommended to double-check the actual operating status using BeautsGO before you go.
II. Overview of Clinic Operating Hours in the Seoul Area
| Clinic | Mid-Autumn Festival | National Day: 10/3 | Korean Section 10/9 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diori | Closed Sep 24–25 | Open for business | Open for business | — |
| Sinsa Theippo | Closed Sep 25–26 | Open for business | Open for business | — |
| Dermatology at Gangnam Barog | Closed on 9/25 | Open for business | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Dermatology Serene Seongsu | Closed Sep 24–27 | Oct 3–5: Closed | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Seongsu Newlline | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | Closed on 10/3 and 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – no appointments available |
| MaisondeM | Closed Sep 24–27 | Open 10/3 & 10/5 | Closed for appointments | — |
| Beauty LAB | Closed Sep 24–27 | Oct 3–5: Closed | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Hongdae Kate | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed Oct 3–5 | Closed for appointments | October 9: Closed in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| DAN-A | Closed Sep 25–27 | Oct 3–5: Closed | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Ruiqisi | Open 9/24 & 26 | Not yet announced | Closed for appointments | The time for October has not been determined; no appointments on 10/9 due to national holidays. |
| the face | Open on 9/24 / Closed from 9/25–27 | Closed on 10/3 and 10/9 | Closed for appointments | Open on 10/5; closed as announced on 10/9 |
| Lovae in Hongdae | Open 9/24–25 | Not yet announced | Closed for appointments | The time for October has not been determined; no appointments on 10/9 due to national holidays. |
| Cheongdam E-Ceramic Beauty | Open September 23–26 | Closed Oct 3–5 | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Shinederma at Dongdaemun | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | Closed on 10/3 and 10/9 | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9 in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Dongdaemun | Closed Sep 24–27 | 10/3·9 Only Dr. Li | Just Dr. Li | On National Day and Korean Culture Day, only Dr. Lee is available for consultations. |
| Dongdaemun Doctors | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | 10/3·5 Only Dr. Li | Just Dr. Li | National Day & Korean Culture Day: Only Dr. Lee is available |
| Lumiin | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed 10/3 & 10/9 / Date TBD for 10/5 | Closed for appointments | 10/5 Not yet determined |
| JD | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed on 10/3, 10/5, 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – clinics will be closed as announced |
| JD (another set of data) | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | Closed on 10/3 and 10/5 | To be confirmed | The list details vary slightly; to be confirmed on 10/9 |
| HEV | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed on 10/3, 10/5, 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – clinics will be closed as announced |
| Wonderful! | Closed Sep 25–26 | 10/3·5 TBD | To be confirmed | National Day and Korean Culture Day are pending confirmation. |
| BELLE AMIE RENOVO in Hongdae | Closed Sep 25–26 | Closed on 10/3 | To be confirmed | Korean section to be confirmed |
| UMI | Closed on 9/25 | Open (tentative) | Temporarily Closed | Need to confirm again |
| GoldJ | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | Closed on 10/3 and 10/5 | Closed for appointments | — |
| Meilaixi Hospital | Closed Sep 24, 25, 26 | Closed on 10/3 | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/8 and 10/9 |
| Secret Hospital | Closed on 9/25 | Open for business | Open for business | — |
| Snow Hospital | Closed Sep 25–26 | Closed on 10/3 | Closed for appointments | — |
| Imageup Dermatology | Closed Sep 25–27 | TBA | Closed for appointments | National Day date to be confirmed; closed on 10/9 per regular public holiday schedule |
| Gowa Elegant Dermatology | Closed Sep 23–25 | TBA | Closed for appointments | National Day date to be confirmed; closed on 10/9 per standard public holiday schedule |
| Cheongdam Minit | Closed Sep 24–27 | TBD | Closed for appointments | National Day date to be confirmed; closed on 10/9 per regular public holiday schedule |
| Reberry | Open 24/7 | Open for business | Open for business | Open 365 days a year, including all public holidays |
III. Business Hours of Clinics in Busan, Jeju, and Other Areas
| Clinic | Mid-Autumn Festival | National Day: 10/3 | Korean Segment 10/9 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busan’s First-Party Store | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed on 10/3, 10/4, and 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – clinics will be closed as announced |
| Busan TheFirst Dermatology | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed on 10/3, 10/5, 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – offices closed as announced |
| Busan LinoBo | Closed Sep 24–27 | Closed Oct 3–5 | Closed for appointments | Official website announcement: “All clinics closed on legal holidays” |
| Haeundae Centum BB | Open on 9/24 / Closed from 9/25–27 | Closed on 10/3, 10/4, 10/8, 10/9 | Closed for appointments | National Day holiday on 10/9 – clinics will be closed as announced |
| JRYN in Seomyeon | Open 9/24 & 26 | Open Oct 3–5 | Closed for appointments | Official website announcement: “Closed on statutory holidays” |
| Nampo JRYN | Open 9/24 & 26 | Open Oct 3–5 | Closed for appointments | Official website announcement: “Closed on statutory holidays” |
| Jeju Nowmedi | Closed on 9/25 | Open for business | Closed for appointments | October 9: Closed in accordance with national holiday regulations |
| Jeju Riyeon Dermatology | Sep 23–27: Closed | Closed on 10/3 | Closed for appointments | Closed on 10/9, as announced in Korean. |
IV. 3 Tips for Booking Medical Beauty Treatments in South Korea During Holidays
Given how unpredictable the clinic’s hours are during holidays, instead of making international calls or using translation apps to repeatedly confirm details with the Korean front desk, it’s better to handle both checking the time and making a reservation in one go.
Before heading out, I always check BeautsGO first to find out the latest operating hours and price lists for the clinic I’m interested in. Every partner hospital on the platform lists its prices openly—there are no differences between prices for Koreans and foreigners, and no hidden fees, so you don’t have to worry about being charged a “foreigner rate” once you get there. After confirming that the clinic is open, I make an online appointment right away, and the customer service will help me note down my main skin concerns in advance.
- Check first, then schedule: Identify 2–3 potential clinics, and verify their hours again a week before you go to avoid relying on just one clinic.
- Avoid the holiday rush: Try to schedule appointments on non-holiday days around Mid-Autumn Festival (Sept. 24–27), National Day (Oct. 3–5), and Korean Culture Day (Oct. 9). If you still want to get cosmetic treatments during holidays, consider clinics like RE:BERRY that are open year-round.
- Buffer days: For procedures that require follow-up visits or recovery time after surgery, leave 1–2 days of flexibility to avoid falling on a clinic closure day.
V. How to book appointments at Dermatology clinics in South Korea quickly and efficiently?
⚠️ All legitimate Dermatology clinics in South Korea require appointments in advance, so it’s not recommended to show up without one. Foreign patients must bring their physical passports when seeking treatment. Personally, I highly recommend using BeautsGO for making appointments. It offers 5 different booking methods. Taking it’s me in Cheongdam as an example, the functions of these various platforms are pretty similar—just choose the one that suits your preference!
1. Book through the BeautsGO APP (most comprehensive features, ideal for those who create travel guides)
Download the BeautsGO APP → Search for “Yici Mei” or “It’s Me” → Check out the director’s full profile, service prices, and customer reviews → Click “Schedule a Consultation” and note down your main concerns (such as “aging-related skin laxity” or “wanting hyaluronic acid injections”). The APP provides price lists and genuine rev
iews, making it perfect for making an informed decision. Download from App Store: Search
for “BeautsGO” or “Bihui Mei”. Download from Google Play: Search for “BeautsGO” or “Bihui Mei”.
2. One-on-one booking via official customer service (fastest response, ideal for those in a hurry)
Add the customer service WeChat ID: bicimei6. Send a message saying “it’s me Dermatology + name + preferred time + main concern.” The customer service will check the director’s schedule and send you important notes in Chinese. The manual service channel usually provides the fastest response, making it convenient to reschedule last minute as well.
3. Reservation via WeChat Mini Program (no download required, ideal for phones with limited storage)
Search for the “BeautsGO” mini-program by scrolling down on WeChat → look for “it’s me Dermatology” → click “Schedule in-person consultation”. It offers similar functionality to an app, but it doesn’t take up any storage space on your phone.
4. WeChat Official Account Booking (Preferred by domestic users)
Follow the “BeautsGO 彼此美 APP” official account → go to the “One-Click Booking” menu → enter “it’s me Dermatology”. Perfect for those who prefer to handle everything through WeChat.
5. Online booking via the official website (suitable for use on a computer)
Visit BeautsGO’s official website (cn.beautsgo.com) in your browser → search for “it’s me Dermatology” → click on “Consult”. This is ideal for carefully checking price details and other information on a computer.
How to choose: If you want to do your homework first → use the app; if you want to lock in your appointment as quickly as possible → add WeChat customer service bicimei6. Both methods are in Chinese, with everything from searching to confirming the time slot handled on the same interface.
VI. Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Q1: Will medical beauty clinics in South Korea be closed during the Mid-Autumn
Festival in 2026?
A: Most clinics will be closed from September 24 to 27; a few, such as reberry, remain open year-round. Cheongdam Echimee will be open from September 23 to 26, while The Face and Haeundae Centum BB will still be operating on September 24. It’s recommended to check each clinic’s official announcement for accurate information.
Q2: Is it possible to go to South Korea for medical aesthetics treatments on National Day (Gaec
heonjeol), October 3rd? A: Most clinics are closed on October 3rd. A few that remain open include Diolae, Sinsa Theippo, Secret Hospital, and UMI (all operating normally). At Dongdaemun and Dongdaemun Doctors, only Dr. Lee is available for consultations, with a limited range of procedures offered.
Q3: Is Secret still open on October 9th during Korean Culture Day? A: Kor
ean Culture Day is a national holiday in South Korea, and most private Dermatology clinics (at the 의원 level) are closed—sites like JRYN and Busan LinoBo both announce that they will be closed on this statutory holiday. As of now, the only clinics confirmed to be open on October 9th are Diolae, Sinsa Theippo, and Secret Hospital, along with REBERRY which is open year-round; at Dongdaemun and Dongdaemun Doctors, only Dr. Lee is seeing patients. Most other clinics will be closed.
Q4: How can you avoid coming all this way for n
othing?
A：It’s much more reliable to check the latest hours and make a reservation through BeautsGO before you go, rather than calling the Korean-speaking front desk on the spot.
Q5: Are cosmetic procedures more expensive during holidays?
A: The
partner hospitals of BeautsGO offer the same prices as those in South Korea and China, with transparent pricing. There are no extra charges during holidays, so you can compare prices with confidence.
Conclusion: Make sure to check the business hours before going for medical beauty treatments in Korea for a smooth experience.
Fall 2026 brings a string of long holidays in South Korea, resulting in frequent changes in the operating hours of clinics. In particular, October 9th, Korean Liberation Day, is a national holiday, and most private clinics are closed. This list helps you quickly see which clinics are open and which are closed, but the safest approach is still to check the daily operating status on BeautsGO and make an appointment before you go. By planning your time carefully and securing your appointment in advance, you can focus solely on getting beautiful.
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