Body Lifting

Overview

Body lifting is a collective term for procedures that apply facial lifting energy devices (HIFU, RF, microwave) to body areas using dedicated cartridges. Treatments target the abdomen, thighs, upper arms, and buttocks. Representative treatments include Body Thermage (RF), Body Shurink/Ultherapy (HIFU), and Body Onda (microwave), each offering skin tightening and varying degrees of fat reduction.

Mechanism

Energy devices deliver thermal energy to subcutaneous fat and dermal tissue in body areas. HIFU creates thermal coagulation points in fat and connective tissue; RF generates volumetric heating for collagen contraction; microwave selectively targets fat cell water content. All modalities stimulate collagen remodeling for skin tightening while some also induce fat cell apoptosis for circumferential reduction.

Effects

Body skin tightening, localized fat reduction, cellulite improvement, improved body contour, post-partum skin recovery, and gradual collagen remodeling in treated areas.

Duration

3-12 months depending on device and area (3-5 sessions typically recommended)

Recovery

Minimal to no downtime for most devices. Mild redness, warmth, and tenderness for a few hours to days. Normal activities can resume immediately. Compression garments may be recommended for some treatments.

Side Effects

Temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, and warmth. Pain level varies by device and area. Rarely, bruising, numbness, or burns. Results vary by device type, body area, and individual factors.

Price Range

200,000-800,000 KRW per session per area

Target Audience

Those with body skin laxity, localized fat deposits, cellulite, post-partum body changes, and those seeking non-surgical body contouring and tightening.

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