And it's true - Beauty is Pain
Who would have thought that a girl who never paid much attention to skincare would now be receiving collaborations for skin treatments?
Why I started my Skin Care Journey
My first-ever skin clinic visit in South Korea was at Xenia Clinic, where I got PicoSure Toning and a Glutathione White Injection. Since then, I’ve made it one of my 2025 goals to visit skin clinics regularly and improve my skin condition. Although I still have a long way to go, this collaboration with IDENEL and Obliv Clinic helped me take another step toward better skin.
If you’ve been following me on social media, you may have noticed I haven’t been as active lately. I always say I’m busy, but this time, I was busier than ever! When I received this collaboration offer, I scheduled my appointment during Caratland 2025 since I was already planning to visit Seoul. I had to fit multiple appointments into my trip, and this skincare session was one of them!
So in today’s blog post, I’ll be sharing my experience at Obliv Clinic in Incheon and trying IDENEL PEPTAXEL for the first time.
Obliv Clinic
📍 Obliv Clinic
🗺️ 인천광역시 연수구 인천타워대로 132번길 34, 3층
I had never heard of Obliv Clinic before, so I did some research. I found out that many foreigners visit this clinic, which made me more confident in choosing it. Plus, it’s located near SEVENTEEN’s Caratland 2025 at Incheon Munhak Stadium, making it a convenient stop during my trip.
When I arrived, there were several people at the clinic, but I was the only foreigner. Honestly, I felt a bit anxious since my Korean skills aren’t that great, and all the staff spoke in Korean. But despite the language barrier, they did their best to accommodate me and made me feel welcomed. Note to self: I really need to improve my Korean!
The clinic itself looked premium and high-quality, so I knew I was in good hands. I didn’t have to wait long before my session started.
IDENEL PEPTAXEL Treatment - What to Expect
Before the procedure, the clinic did a thorough skin analysis using a machine. That’s when I found out my skin was aged at 32 years old—which is not great since I’m not even in my 30s yet! 😭 Because of this, the doctor recommended PEPTAXEL, specifically a combination of TR Solution Powder and REGEN Concentrate.
These products were chosen to target my skin concerns and restore my irritated skin.
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What is PEPTAXEL?
According to IDENEL, PEPTAXEL is designed to:
✔️ Boost collagen production
✔️ Promote skin renewal
✔️ Heal and strengthen the skin barrier
It contains Altum Peptide, a blend of spicules & peptides that enhance healing and rejuvenation.
The Treatment Process
The staff mixed the TR Solution Powder and REGEN Concentrate, applied it to my skin, and massaged it in. At first, everything felt normal, but after a few minutes… the tingling kicked in! Thankfully, the staff kept checking on me throughout the process, which was reassuring.
After the treatment, my face was red and slightly irritated. To help calm my skin, they applied:
✅ IDENEL Glutathione Skin Booster
✅ Intensive Essential Sheet Mask
✅ LED Light Therapy (my favorite part because I fell asleep 😂)
✅ A final cream application to lock in moisture
Before and After - The Results
After the treatment, I experienced - redness, tingling sensation (which lasted for 4 days!), and skin peeling. I wasn’t prepared for the tingling—even putting on a cap hurt my face. Any slight touch from my hands, cap, or pillow was painful. But as they say, beauty is pain, and I had to endure it!
However, a few days after the treatment, my skin felt smoother, and the pigmentations around my nose disappeared. I even noticed the difference during a video call with my mom—and if my mom noticed, that means it really worked! 😂
Mini Vlog
@annyeongruth And all I can say is... wow! IDENEL PEPTAXEL is definitely worth the pain. It revitalized my skin to have that glowing look. And going to @Obliv Daily Life is also a good choice! The place was so nice was able to maximize my time while having a great experience. Will you also try it? #peptaxel #altumpeptide #microneedle #koreanskincare #incheonclinic #songdoclinic #koreanskinclinic ♬ original sound - Ruthie in Korea 🇰🇷
With my skin condition, it is recommended to do this treatment once every two weeks. But reality check, due to my schedule and budget, it might take longer before I can do this again. If I had the time and money, I would definitely go for another session.
If you’re interested, you can try Obliv Clinic to get your skin analyzed and see if this treatment is right for you. (Much better if you can communicate in Korean)
Have you tried PEPTAXEL or other skin treatments? Let me know in the comments!
