| Treatment | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Ultherapy (HIFU) | $555–$2,130 | 200–600 shots |
| Thermage FLX (RF) | $1,245–$2,910 | 300–600 shots |
| Botulinum Toxin (Botox) | $30–$140 | per area |
| Hyaluronic Acid Filler | $140–$625 | per 1cc |
A goal-first map to wrinkles, laxity, and volume loss—so you choose the right mechanism, not random procedures.
Surface and dynamic lines: collagen quality, repetitive movement, and dehydration.
Definition loss (jawline, cheeks): skin laxity + support changes that respond to tightening/contour tools.
Hollowing and structural loss that can make the face look tired even with “good skin.”
Often the “silent” aging driver—skin thickness, hydration, and collagen architecture.
If you have pigment risk or sensitivity, start with Safety and pigment-safe pacing.
Tell us what you see (wrinkles vs sagging vs hollowing) and your event dates. We’ll suggest the safest Korea sequence with realistic timing.
Conservative, PIH-aware guidance: mechanism first, then realistic pacing, then a safety checklist you can actually use at a clinic.
| Phase | What to do | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Before | Stabilize barrier, avoid over-exfoliation, strict UV/visible-light protection | Lower inflammation → lower rebound/PIH |
| Procedure day | Conservative settings, avoid stacking multiple high-heat treatments | Inflammation control is outcome control |
| After (0–7d) | Gentle cleanse + moisturizer, no harsh actives, sun avoidance | Protect the healing window |
| Follow-up | Reassess at 4–8 weeks; adjust intensity and interval | Pacing prevents relapse |
Use these scenarios to pressure-test a plan. If a clinic can’t explain the “why,” slow down.
Play: Start barrier-first, patch-test actives, prioritize low-heat options.
Watch: If stinging/burning persists >48h after a treatment, stop actives and reassess.
Play: Lower energy, longer intervals, strict photoprotection + pigment-safe topicals.
Watch: Avoid stacking peel + laser in the same visit.
Play: Do fewer, safer sessions; avoid ‘big downtime’ close to flights.
Watch: Plan conservative timing for swelling/redness windows.
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