Sofwave in Seoul: How It Feels, What It Treats and Who It Suits
Quick answer: Sofwave is an ultrasound lifting treatment that works at a shallow, fixed depth in the middle of the skin, with built-in cooling. It suits fine lines, mild laxity and crepey texture, usually with little downtime. Most people feel brief heat pulses; results build over about three months. At YAAN Clinic, Sofwave is ₩1,100,000 per 100 pulses.
Sofwave is often compared with HIFU devices such as Ultherapy, but it works differently. Knowing that difference helps you decide whether it fits your concern.
How does Sofwave work?
Sofwave sends several parallel ultrasound beams to a depth of about 1.5 mm, the middle of the dermis, where collagen sits. A cooling surface protects the top layer of skin. The heat stimulates new collagen and elastin, which can improve fine lines and firmness over the following months.
What does Sofwave feel like?
Each pulse brings a short burst of deep warmth. Bony areas such as the forehead and jawline tend to feel stronger. Numbing cream is commonly used, and the physician can adjust settings for comfort. Afterwards the skin may look pink for a few hours.
What can Sofwave treat?
- Fine lines and wrinkles on the face
- Mild sagging of the brow, cheeks and jawline
- Crepey skin on the neck
- Selected body areas with Body Sofwave
Sofwave vs Ultherapy Prime
Ultherapy Prime focuses energy at deeper points, including the lifting layer used in facelift surgery, and uses real-time imaging. Sofwave stays at a shallower depth with a broader beam, so it is often chosen for skin quality and fine lines with a lower risk of fat loss. Some patients combine the two; your physician will decide the order and spacing.
When will you see results?
- First weeks: skin may feel smoother
- Around 3 months: main improvement in firmness and lines
- Maintenance: many people repeat about once a year
Sofwave prices at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
- Sofwave (face): ₩1,100,000 per 100 pulses
- Body Sofwave 200 pulses: ₩2,900,000
From the YAAN Clinic price list. See also Sofwave cost in Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Is there downtime after Sofwave?
Usually minimal: brief redness and occasional mild swelling.
Can Sofwave cause facial fat loss?
Because it works in the mid-dermis rather than the fat layer, it is generally considered low-risk for volume loss. Discuss your face shape with the physician.
Is Sofwave suitable before a trip home?
Yes, for most people. Leave a day for any redness to settle if you have photos planned.
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Planning a visit to Seoul? Send your photos, main concern and travel dates, and a YAAN Clinic physician will suggest a plan and confirm the price in won before you book. Book an English consultation.
This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Results and recovery vary between individuals. Suitability, settings and aftercare are decided by a physician at consultation.
