Shilla Esthetic | Book a Spa in Myeongdong
Get a refreshing massage from a professional therapist at a special price on Creatrip!
Do you have skin concerns that don't improve despite having regular eating habits, exercise, and visiting a dermatologist? If so, please pay attention to this post! The place I'm introducing today is an esthetic shop that focuses on skincare-related care such as facial acupuncture, pore care, and whitening care. Let's take a look at Shilla Esthetic, which boasts the highest satisfaction in the Myeongdong area!
Shilla Esthetic Myeongdong
Information
Hours: Every day from 10:00 to 22:00.
Available languages: Korean, Japanese.
Reservation available hours: 10:00 to 21:00
Address: 서울 중구 명동8가길 52 2층
2F, 52 Myeongong8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Why We Recommend It
Shilla Esthetic has a special course called "Shilla Care," which takes care of the entire body from the face to the back, abdomen, and feet, allowing you to relieve fatigue throughout your body.
They operate on a reservation-only basis, and small rooms are available for you to receive a massage comfortably and safely.
It is conveniently located near Myeongdong Station, and after your massage, you can enjoy the Myeongdong area.
With the special offer from Creatrip and Shilla Esthetic, you can receive a massage at a more affordable price.
Things to Keep In Mind
If you want to add any additional items apart from the product you reserved, please make the payment on site.
To ensure smooth progress, please select the correct date and time on the reservation page.
Up to six people can be reserved in one time slot.
For any changes to your reservation or other inquiries, please contact help@creatrip.com.
Price
Treatment | Price | Notes | |
Face care | Basic Face care (1 hour) | Foot Spa → Scalp Massage → Facial Cleansing → Deep Cleansing → Decollete Care → Bubble Massage Care → Neck Lymph Care → Manual Facial Technique Care → 1st Soothing Pack → 2nd Skin Type Mask Pack → Finish Skin Care | |
Pore & Brightening care (1.5 hours) | Foot Spa → Back Care (Neck, Shoulder, and Spine) 15 min. → Scalp Care → Cleansing → Exfoliation of Facial Surface → Decollete Massage → Facial Lifting Care → Neck Lymph Care → Vitamin C Ampoule Care → Vitamin Pack → LED Therapy Care → Finish Skin Care | ||
Anti-aging care (1.5 hours) | Foot Spa → Organic Aroma Oil Back Care (Neck, Shoulder, and Spine) 15 min. → Scalp Care → Cleansing → Aqua Peel Pore Care → Decollete Massage → Traditional Korean Meridian Face Care → Neck Lymph Care → 1st Propolis Ampoule (Strengthening Skin Barrier) → 2nd German 100% Collagen Sheet Pack → LED Therapy → Finish Skin Care | ||
Full Body care | Shilla care (2.5 hours) | Foot Spa → Back Care → Stone Therapy → Hip Care → Back Leg Care → Foot Care → Foot Exfoliation → Front Face Care → Facial Ultrasonic Machine Care (Elasticity and Lifting Effect) → Skin Type Mask Pack → Abdomen Care → Warm Plaster Pack → Front Leg Slimming Care → Foot Care → Finish Skin Care | |
Lymph node care - face included (1.5 hours) | 160000 | Foot Spa → Back and Full Body Lymphatic Care → Front Face Lymphatic Care → Front Leg Slimming Lymphatic Care → Scalp Care → Finish Skin Care | |
Relaxing Aroma Stone Therapy - face not included (1.5 hours) | 160000 | Foot Spa → Full Body Organic Aroma Care → Stone Therapy → Front Leg Care → Foot Care → Scalp Care → Finish Skin Care |
※Please make a reservation at least 2 days before your visit.
Refund Policy
| Canceled at least 3 days before reserved date | 100% refund |
| Canceled 2 days before the reserved date and later | No refund |
How to Reserve
| Step 1 | Make a reservation on the Creatrip reservation page. Reserve Here |
| Step 2 | Enter all required information in detail. |
| Step 3 | After your reservation is complete, it will be confirmed within 2 business days. Changes and cancellations to your reservation are possible up to 3 days prior to the reserved date. |
| Step 4 | Please make sure to arrive at the store on time for your reserved time slot. If you are more than 10 minutes late for your reservation, it will be automatically canceled. Please present your reservation details to the staff upon arrival. |
| Step 5 | Enjoy your massage. |
Preview
Today, I visited the massage shop Shilla Esthe located in Myeongdong. Shilla Esthetic is led by a director with over 12 years of experience holding a license in beauty therapy, and there are always Japanese staff and professional skincare specialists on standby. Before I begin sharing my vivid experiential review, let me first give you a glimpse of the entire store!
Upon entering, I changed into indoor slippers right away. The staff member kindly took care of my shoes!
I took a picture of the beautiful harmony between the spring-like atmosphere and the flower pot.
Shilla Esthetic is a place with a guaranteed reputation for excellence, as many popular Japanese influencers and celebrities visit there.
There is a makeup table and skincare products placed in the center of the shop. The painting placed on the right side is reflected in the mirror, creating a feeling as if it were in an art museum.
Shilla Esthetic was selected as an outstanding company in the beauty sector of the 2022 KCIA Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation. In addition, having the director's skincare therapist license right next to it increases the level of trustworthiness as an added bonus!
The menu is available in English, Japanese, and Chinese, so there is no difficulty in understanding the products. Also, there are Japanese staff members, so it is true that many Japanese tourists visit there!
It is a shared room. The curtains between the beds have the advantage of being able to separate the space. Also, the blanket is thick, so you can feel both coolness and coziness during the massage.
The VIP room is divided into two rooms, both of which are for two people. Since they are both double rooms, couples come to receive massages frequently. The two doors are symmetrical, and I found myself constantly looking at them due to the unexplainable sense of comfort they give.
This is the inside of the VIP room. It seems like a great place for couples or friends to receive massages and talk closely with each other. Now, I will share my experience review with you!
I received pore care and whitening care, and first, they led me to the foot bath area located next to the dressing table for a foot spa. This is the foot bath located next to the makeup table. Lemongrass oil is generously added, so when you soak your feet in the bath, the scent of the oil is strongly felt, providing comfort to both the body and mind. Sipping warm tea while soaking your feet allows you to relieve the fatigue in your legs accumulated from your trip.
After finishing the foot spa, I entered the room where the actual massage treatment took place. They applied oil and started with the back massage, targeting the neck, trapezius muscles, and the area along the spine. They explained that the reason for focusing on the back is because the blood circulation extends to the back. So, it's important to massage the back first. As someone who was receiving a massage for the first time, I initially felt some discomfort, but as the massage progressed, I experienced a refreshing sensation, which was truly fascinating!
Next, they proceeded with scalp care on the front side and performed a cleansing process. While cleansing my face, they also included a facial massage. It was quite amusing to see my face puff up like a bun due to my chubby cheeks. During the massage, they also took care of the temple area. At this point, I didn't feel any discomfort at all and only experienced a refreshing sensation.
Continuing on, they performed facial lifting using Aqua Wrap. Aqua Wrap involves the use of three special solutions that are applied to the pores, opening them up and allowing the solution to penetrate and dissolve impurities, making it easier for them to be removed. In simpler terms, it helps to eliminate sebum and blackheads that are present in the facial follicles! As someone with sensitive skin, my editor experienced a slight sensation of warmth as soon as it was applied, but it quickly subsided after the lifting procedure was completed. After the treatment, when looking in the mirror, there was a noticeable reduction in stubborn blackheads that usually don't easily disappear with regular masks. It was truly astonishing!
After the lifting procedure, they provided hydration replenishment using premium essence and ampoules. The ampoules contained a rich amount of Vitamin C, which they explained has direct beneficial effects on the skin.
Next, they used an ultrasound device to penetrate the ampoules deep into the pores. They flipped the device to show me how the ampoules were being gently splashed onto the skin, creating a vivid and visually engaging experience.
Finally, they applied a plaster mask, which is a collagen mask. This mask is designed to eliminate impurities and toxins accumulated on the face while providing a soothing effect to the skin. After applying the plaster mask, they proceeded with LED therapy. The plaster mask helps the ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin, while the LED therapy has various effects such as improving redness and pore appearance.
While receiving 20 minutes of LED therapy, they also provided air massage to the entire feet. At first, the pressure on the thighs felt quite tight, and I even had the thought, "Could my thighs burst?" But as I continued to receive the massage, I became more accustomed to it. The air massage device is designed to prevent blood from pooling and promote proper blood circulation by periodically applying pressure to the limbs.
After about 1 hour and 30 minutes, all the care was completed, and I could see that my skin looked clean and well-groomed without any camera retouching. Of course, like with skincare at a dermatologist's office, regular treatments are necessary to see definite results. However, even after trying it once, my editor was incredibly satisfied to see a radiant glow on their face. Shilla Este has a reputation for providing meticulous massages, even among Koreans, and experiencing it firsthand, I can attest that they indeed performed each step of the massage and care meticulously and without overlooking any details.
Shilla Esthetic not only provides facial care but also body and physique management, including abdominal and lower body care, making it a must-visit place for brides-to-be before their wedding! That's why there is a separate course for brides-to-be before their wedding.
In fact, many Koreans experience the service once and become members by making payments. Indeed, after experiencing it, I can understand why Shilla Este has many regular customers. Relieve the fatigue accumulated before the trip and enjoy the trip with a light heart, or relieve the fatigue accumulated during the trip at Shilla Esthetic on the last day and return home with a light body and mind!
How to Get There
Please exit through Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station.
Please walk straight after exiting the exit.
Please make a left turn at the first alley.
Continue straight ahead and make a left turn at the first alley.
After turning left, there is Shilla Esthetic in the second building.
Take the elevator to the 2nd floor and you'll arrive!
Shilla Esthetic Myeongdong
We hope that you can enjoy a day of pampering at Shilla Esthetic in Myeongdong! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at support@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!