Underarm Sweating Treatment Korea: Mira Dry Guide

If sweat stains, odor or shaving bother you every day, an underarm sweating treatment in Korea may be worth a closer look. Mira Dry is the option Pascal Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul offers for underarm sweat and odor. It treats the glands under the skin without cutting the skin. This guide explains how it works, the steps, what to expect afterwards, and the published price.

How Mira Dry works

Mira Dry sends microwave energy to the boundary between the dermis and the fat layer. That is where the sweat glands and odor glands are concentrated, so the treatment targets body odor and hyperhidrosis at the source. A continuous cooling system protects the skin surface while the glands are heated.

Pascal states that the treatment also reaches hair follicles. So sweat, odor and hair are addressed in one procedure. The clinic also says it uses genuine Bio-tips supplied by the manufacturer, and that the device is cleared by the US FDA, CE and Korea's MFDS.

The three steps

1. Local anesthesia. Numbing reduces discomfort during the treatment.
2. Marking. The doctor marks the area with the Mira Dry template, so the energy is placed where the glands are.
3. Treatment. Microwave energy heats the glands while cooling protects the skin.

Both underarms take about one hour. With preparation and recovery, plan on 1.5–2 hours at the clinic.

Mira Dry vs Botox vs surgery

Pascal's Korean website compares three ways to treat underarm sweat:

As presented on Pascal's Korean website.

Who it suits

Pascal lists these situations as a good fit:

• You sweat heavily or have underarm odor.
• Sweat stains on clothes bother you.
• You worry about surgical incisions or scars.
• You want to remove underarm sweat and hair without the pain of surgery.
• Your sweating gets worse with stress or nerves.
• Botulinum toxin wears off and needs repeating.
• Sweat or odor increased after childbirth.

What to expect afterwards

Sweating drops right after the treatment, and it keeps falling over about a month. Pascal cites research reporting an average 82% reduction in sweat glands and more than 90% patient satisfaction. Individual results vary, and the number of sessions is decided by your specialist based on your sweat level and response.

Side effects are usually mild. Swelling or stinging can occur and usually settles within days to weeks. Some patients notice a temporarily different sensation in the underarm or upper arm.

Why people look for an underarm sweating treatment in Korea

Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) and body odor are common reasons. Some people have tried antiperspirants, and some have used botulinum toxin injections that wear off. Others want to avoid a surgical scar. The underarm sweating treatment in Korea that Pascal offers is aimed at that last group: people who want a longer-lasting option without an incision.

The clinic notes that odor is largely caused by the interaction of apocrine gland secretions with bacteria on the skin surface. Treating the glands, rather than covering the odor, is the idea behind Mira Dry.

Questions to ask before you book

• How many sessions should I expect, given my sweat level?
• Which areas will be marked and treated?
• What sensations are normal in the days after?
• Can I schedule the treatment early in my stay in Seoul?

Your specialist decides the number and timing of sessions after a consultation. Pascal does not publish a fixed number, because sweat level, skin condition and the treatment area differ from person to person. The clinic says it assesses these three things first and then makes an individual treatment plan. Ask how your sweat level was judged, so you know what the plan is based on.

Price at Pascal Clinic

Mira Dry costs ₩2,600,000 before 10% VAT on Pascal's standard price list. The price list also shows Candela laser and other skin options if you want to combine care during one trip.

What the clinic checks before treatment

Pascal says it looks at your sweat level, your skin condition and the area to be treated. The clinic also explains that the number of sessions depends on the degree of sweating and how you respond. If a checklist of symptoms applies to you, such as damp clothing every day or odor that returns quickly, the first step is to confirm the exact cause with medical staff. That way the plan starts from the cause, not from the device.

How to plan it into a trip

Because the treatment takes about an hour and Pascal lists no downtime, many visitors ask whether it fits a short stay. Your doctor confirms this at the exam, and sessions are scheduled with your coordinator. Send your dates when you message so the team can plan around them.

For the full FAQ and the treatment details, open the Mira Dry treatment page. If your goal is wrinkle care rather than sweat, compare Botox options.

Individual results vary. Treatments carry risks, and only an in-person exam confirms whether Mira Dry suits you.

Frequently asked questions

This article is general information, not medical advice. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks such as bleeding, infection and inflammation. Your surgeon confirms suitability at an in-person exam. Read the medical disclaimer.

Dr. Kang Kyoungjin

Representative Director · MD, PhD in Anatomy

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