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Sofwave
Ultrasound beams delivered in parallel to a set depth in the skin, with cooling built in — for fine lines and firmer skin.
Book a consultationWhat is Sofwave
Sofwave uses what its maker calls Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam technology. Instead of focusing ultrasound to deep points, it sends several parallel beams to a fixed depth of about 1.5 mm, in the middle of the dermis, where collagen is made.
The handpiece cools the surface while it works, which protects the top layer and keeps treatment tolerable. The heat prompts the skin to remodel collagen and elastin over the following weeks.
In the US, Sofwave is FDA-cleared for several uses, including the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles and lifting of the brow, under the chin and neck.
Sofwave vs Ultherapy Prime
Compare before you choose
Both use ultrasound. They work at different depths, so they suit different goals and are sometimes combined.
Sofwave
Energy
Parallel ultrasound beams
Depth
About 1.5 mm, mid-dermis
Best for
Fine lines, crepey skin, mild laxity
Feel
Heat with built-in cooling
Ultherapy Prime
Energy
Micro-focused ultrasound with imaging
Depth
Several depths, including the SMAS
Best for
Deeper lifting of brow, jaw and neck
Feel
Brief deep heat at each point
Read more on Ultherapy Prime or browse Our Technology.
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Treatment Process
Where it is used
During the visit
- Your skin is examined and the areas and number of pulses are planned.
- Gel is applied and the cooled handpiece is placed area by area.
- You feel heat with each pulse; cooling keeps it tolerable.
- A face treatment usually takes under an hour.
Afterwards
- Mild redness or swelling usually settles within hours.
- Normal routines can usually resume the same day.
- Improvement builds over the following weeks.
02
Before you decide
It may suit you if
It may not be the right treatment if
If deeper lift is what you need, a focused-ultrasound device may be the better choice, or the two can be combined.
03
What to expect
Timing. Change builds over about one to three months as collagen remodels.
Degree. Smoother, firmer skin and softer fine lines; not a surgical lift.
Duration. It varies; maintenance may be considered after about a year.
Risks. Redness and mild swelling are common and short-lived. Uncommonly, temporary tenderness or small marks can occur.
Results differ from person to person. Nothing on this page is a prediction of your own outcome, and it does not replace a consultation. See our Medical Disclaimer.
Sofwave in Seoul: planning it around a trip
Booking it on a trip. There is no wound, so most people go straight back to sightseeing. Redness settles within hours and flying the next day is fine for most people.
Early in your stay. Have it early so any redness has long settled before photos or flights.
About price. The cost depends on the area and how much treatment is planned. You get a clear quote after the consultation, before anything is done.
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FAQ
How much does Sofwave cost in Korea?
The cost depends on the area and how much treatment is planned. You get a clear quote after the consultation, before anything is done. Many visitors find it less expensive than at home.
Is Sofwave worth it?
For fine lines, crepey skin and mild laxity with little downtime, many people find it worthwhile. It is not a substitute for deeper lifting.
Sofwave or Ultherapy?
Sofwave works at a fixed mid-dermis depth; Ultherapy reaches deeper layers with imaging. They answer different needs and are sometimes combined.
Does Sofwave hurt?
You feel heat with each pulse. Built-in cooling and adjustable settings keep it tolerable for most people.
How many sessions?
Often one, with reassessment after the result has developed.
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That is what the consultation is for. We look at your skin and tell you which device we would use, which we would not — and whether the honest answer is a different treatment, or nothing for now.
Book a consultationGeneral information, not medical advice for your individual case. Device approvals and indications differ by country. Device names are trademarks of their manufacturers. See our Medical Disclaimer and Medical Review Process.
Maylin Apgujeong is a doctor-led skin clinic in Gangnam: the doctor who examines you plans and carries out the treatment. More in About Maylin Clinic Apgujeong.