[Cosmetic Medicine Selection & Failure Reality Survey] About 70% Regret Clinic Choice. Thorough Analysis of Causes and Judgment Criteria
About 70% regret cosmetic medicine, survey investigates challenges in clinic selection.
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- 📰 Published: March 30, 2026 at 16:50
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■ "Medical hair removal" is the most common cosmetic medical procedure for both men and women, tending to become a standard entry point for cosmetic medicine.
■ Approximately 90% felt regret or failure with cosmetic medicine, highlighting the importance of procedure selection and prior understanding.
■ Procedures that led to regret were mainly "medical hair removal" and "skin rejuvenation treatments." Major factors include cost burden, clinic selection, and discrepancies with expected results.
■ The most sought-after information beforehand was "total cost." The high interest in procedure risks, failure cases, and aftercare is also evident.
■ Comparing 2-3 clinics is the mainstream for clinic selection. Despite this, about 70% have experienced failure, indicating that the "method of selection" itself is a challenge.
Survey Overview
Survey Method: Questionnaire Survey
Survey Period: 2026/03/13~2026/03/17
Target Audience: Men and women aged 20-60s
Number of Respondents: 100
Survey Items: Survey on "How to Choose Cosmetic Medicine and Experiences of Failure"
Survey Results
In recent years, cosmetic medicine has moved beyond being a special treatment and is becoming a more accessible option. While more people are incorporating procedures like medical hair removal and skin rejuvenation to address their concerns, there are also many voices of regret and failure, such as "the results were different from what I expected," "the cost was higher than anticipated," and "I was unsure about choosing a clinic."
As the options for procedures and information increase, the methods for choosing cosmetic medicine are diversifying. However, there is also a challenge of "not knowing what criteria to use when selecting a clinic."
In particular, the lack of transparency in pricing, assessing the doctor's skills, and the reliability of reviews and social media information are points that many people find anxiety-inducing.
This time, Medimee conducted a survey targeting men and women aged 20-60s about their experiences with cosmetic medicine, instances of failure, how they chose clinics, and the sources of information they referred to.
The ratio of respondents by age group and gender who cooperated with the survey this time is as follows:
<Age Group>
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20s 32.0％
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30s 44.0
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40s 19.0％
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50s 4.0％
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60s and over 1.0％
<Gender>
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Male 19.0％
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Female 81.0％
【What cosmetic medical procedures have you undergone? Also, have you ever felt regret or failure with cosmetic medicine?】
FAQ
What was the main finding of the survey regarding cosmetic medicine?
The survey found that approximately 70% of respondents regretted their choice of clinic or experienced failure with cosmetic medical procedures, highlighting significant challenges in the selection process.
What are the most common cosmetic procedures people undergo?
Medical hair removal was the most common procedure for both men and women, often serving as an entry point into cosmetic medicine. Skin rejuvenation treatments were also frequently mentioned.
What were the primary reasons for regret or failure in cosmetic medicine?
The main reasons included discrepancies between expected and actual results, unexpected costs, difficulties in choosing the right clinic, and a lack of sufficient information beforehand, particularly regarding total costs and procedure risks.
How do people typically choose a cosmetic clinic?
Most people compare 2 to 3 clinics. However, despite this effort, a large percentage still report negative experiences, indicating that the current methods of clinic selection are insufficient.
What information do people wish they had known before undergoing cosmetic procedures?
Respondents most frequently wished they had known the total cost. There was also a high demand for information on procedure risks, examples of failures, and details about aftercare.