Laser & Lifting · Apgujeong, Seoul
Non-Surgical Facelift
Oaro Custom Lifting: ultrasound, radiofrequency, threads and injectables sequenced into one plan for a natural, surgery-free lift.
Laser & Lifting · Apgujeong, Seoul
Non-Surgical Facelift
Oaro Custom Lifting: ultrasound, radiofrequency, threads and injectables sequenced into one plan for a natural, surgery-free lift.
Quick answer
Every plan at Oaro Dermatology Clinic begins with a 1:1 skin diagnosis by a board-certified dermatologist, so the dose, device settings and session count are set for your skin rather than a template. Meet our doctors or ask about your own skin .
At a glance
| Procedure time | 1–2 hours per visit; plans span 1–3 visits |
|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | Numbing cream; local anaesthetic for threads |
| Downtime | None to 5 days depending on components |
| Sessions | A staged plan over 1–3 months, then yearly maintenance |
| Results last | Typically 12–18 months |
| Performed by | Board-certified dermatologist |
Overview
What is a non-surgical facelift?
A non-surgical facelift is not a single procedure. It is a plan that addresses the three things that make a face look older: loosening of the SMAS and skin, loss and descent of fat volume, and changes in muscle pull and surface quality. Energy devices tighten the deep and superficial layers; threads reposition tissue immediately; fillers restore structural support at the temples, cheeks and chin; botulinum toxin releases the downward pull of the neck and jaw muscles; and skin boosters improve the quality of the envelope. The art lies in choosing only what is needed and in the right order.
Done well, the result is a face that looks rested and firmer rather than changed. It suits patients with mild to moderate sagging who want to avoid surgery, or who wish to postpone it.
How the non-surgical facelift works at Oaro
Oaro Dermatology Clinic in Apgujeong, Seoul, delivers this approach as Oaro Custom Lifting, built on the clinic's Reverse Aging concept of treating ageing that has already happened rather than only preventing it. Your 1:1 diagnosis measures skin thickness, fat distribution and the direction of laxity. A typical sequence starts with Ultherapy for the SMAS and Thermage FLX for the dermis, adds a thread lift when immediate repositioning is wanted, and finishes two to four weeks later with small volumes of filler, Nabota botulinum toxin for the platysma, and Rejuran or Juvelook for skin quality.
Dr. Chang-hyun Kim is an Ulthera Certified Treatment Provider, Thermage FLX Master Certified and a member of the Korean Filler Society and Korean Anti-Aging Society, so every element is planned and performed by the same dermatologist. Written aftercare and your care notebook keep the plan consistent across visits, which is especially useful for patients who return to Seoul once or twice a year. The laser and lifting hub lists each device involved.
Why patients choose Oaro
- Diagnosis and treatment by a board-certified dermatologist, not a technician
- Genuine devices and products: Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Helios Pico, Rejuran, Juvelook
- One treatment plan, written down, with aftercare and follow-up
- Private 1:1 rooms in Cheongdam Tower, 8 minutes from Apgujeong Rodeo Station
- English-friendly coordination and clear, itemised pricing
Treatment goals
Common goals for a non-surgical facelift
Restore the jawline
Combining deep lifting, threads and chin or jaw support may redraw a soft lower face.
Lift the mid-face and cheeks
Energy devices plus modest cheek support can reverse early descent.
Soften nasolabial folds and marionette lines
Repositioning tissue upward reduces the folds that filler alone can over-fill.
Look rested, not different
Natural results are the explicit aim. Book a consultation to discuss what your face needs and what it does not.
Your visit
What to expect
1. Consultation & diagnosis
Your dermatologist photographs and examines the face, identifies which layers are contributing to sagging and proposes a sequence with timing, downtime and cost for each step.
2. Staged treatment
Visit one usually covers energy devices and, if included, threads under local anaesthetic. Visit two, two to four weeks later, covers injectables and skin boosters once swelling has settled.
3. Aftercare & follow-up
Each step has written aftercare recorded in your care notebook. A review at three months assesses the combined result and sets a maintenance interval.
Cost guide
Non-surgical facelift cost in Seoul
Because the plan is customised, cost depends on which components are included. The ranges below reflect typical combinations in Apgujeong.
| Option | Typical range (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Energy-only plan (Ultherapy or Thermage FLX plus laser maintenance) | 1,800,000 – 4,500,000 |
| Energy plus thread lift | 3,000,000 – 6,500,000 |
| Full plan with threads, filler, toxin and boosters | 4,500,000 – 9,000,000 |
Exact pricing is confirmed at consultation after examination.
Aftercare
Aftercare
- After energy devices, expect mild redness or tenderness for a few days; after threads, swelling and tightness for up to a week.
- Sleep on your back and avoid wide mouth opening or facial massage for two weeks if threads were placed.
- Avoid saunas, alcohol and strenuous exercise for 48 hours after each visit.
- Use sunscreen daily and keep the skin moisturised while collagen remodels.
- Keep your three-month review; small adjustments are often made then.
Medically reviewed by
Dr. Chang-hyun Kim, M.D.
Board-certified dermatologist and Representative Director of Oaro Dermatology Clinic, Cheongdam. Ulthera Certified Treatment Provider, Thermage FLX Master Certified, and full member of the Korean Dermatological Association, the Korean Society for Dermatologic Laser and the Korean Filler Society.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does a non-surgical facelift last?
Most plans hold for 12–18 months, with yearly maintenance of the energy components.
Is it a real alternative to surgery?
For mild to moderate sagging, yes; for advanced laxity, your dermatologist will say honestly when surgery would serve you better.
How much downtime should I plan for in Seoul?
Energy devices need none; threads may need five to seven days of swelling, so schedule them early in your trip.
Will I look overdone?
The plan uses small, targeted steps precisely to avoid that; volume is added only where structure has been lost.
Can it be done in one visit?
Energy devices and threads can share a visit, but injectables are usually spaced two to four weeks later for a cleaner result.
Explore related care
Often considered together
- Ultherapy — the usual deep-lifting foundation
- Thread Lift — immediate repositioning within the plan
- Facial Fillers — structural support where volume is lost
- Sagging Skin — the concern this plan addresses
- Anti-Aging Center — long-term maintenance planning
- Contact & Booking — arrange a lifting consultation
Private 1:1 consultation
Plan your treatment with a board-certified dermatologist in Apgujeong
Tell us what you would like to change, and we will examine your skin, explain the options and give you a written plan with clear pricing. English-speaking coordinators are available for international patients.