This page is written for someone in their twenties considering non-surgical facial lifting for the first time. You are still gathering information rather than choosing a clinic. When comparing clinics in Cheongdam, Gangnam, start with the treatment goal rather than the price. Facial laxity, skin firmness, facial contour, and localized fat are different concerns and may require different approaches. A meaningful comparison should consider the treatment method, the planned treatment area and amount, who designs and performs the procedure, and what is included in the quoted price.
If this would be your first non-surgical facial lifting treatment
A first treatment is not a trial run. The treatment plan should be developed after the doctor has assessed your facial structure, skin thickness, degree of laxity, fat distribution, and treatment goals. Before the consultation, it helps to identify what concerns you most and to describe any previous reactions to cosmetic products or procedures.
In your twenties, it is also reasonable to ask whether a lifting procedure is necessary now. Depending on the concern, skincare, sun protection, or waiting may be appropriate. A consultation that ends with a recommendation not to proceed yet is still a valid medical outcome.
Min Clinic uses a two-stage consultation process. A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the patient’s skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer. The doctor then provides a detailed consultation about the treatment area and available methods, performs a medical assessment, and develops the treatment plan.
While you are still researching facial lifting
Non-surgical facial lifting is not a single procedure. It includes ultrasound- and radiofrequency-based treatments, microwave-based treatments, injectable treatments, and thread lifting. Each method works differently and may be selected for a different concern.
Before comparing prices, ask each clinic:
- What concern is the recommended procedure intended to address?
- Who determines the treatment area, depth, energy, amount, or injection pattern?
- Who performs the procedure?
- What is included in the quoted price?
- What recovery period should be expected?
The most useful explanation is not simply the name of a device or procedure. The clinic should also be able to explain why that method is being recommended for your facial structure and treatment goal.
Facial lifting and firmness treatments available at Min Clinic
Min Clinic considers the following six procedures when planning non-surgical facial lifting and skin-firming treatment. The appropriate option depends on the patient’s facial structure, skin condition, laxity, fat distribution, and desired result.
| Procedure | Treatment method | What may be considered when planning treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Ultherapy PRIME | Micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualization | Treatment depth, facial structure, skin thickness, degree of laxity, treatment area, and shot count |
| 10THERMA | Radiofrequency-based treatment | Skin firmness, degree of laxity, treatment area, and the planned energy delivery |
| ONDA lifting | 2.45 GHz microwave energy | Skin thickness, laxity, localized fat distribution, treatment goal, and the selection and combination of 3 mm and 7 mm handpieces |
| truSculpt iD | Radiofrequency-based treatment | Facial contour, localized fat distribution, treatment area, and whether contouring is part of the treatment goal |
| Thread lifting | Absorbable lifting threads | Direction and degree of laxity, facial structure, the planned insertion area, and the number and type of threads |
| Lifting Botox (Dermotoxin) | Superficial botulinum toxin injections | Facial muscle movement, skin condition, injection area, pattern, and dosage |
These procedures are not interchangeable. One patient may be more concerned about skin firmness, while another may be concerned about facial contour, localized fat, or visible laxity. The doctor may recommend one procedure or a combination after assessing the patient in person.
How Min Clinic plans facial lifting treatment
At Min Clinic, the doctor assesses the patient’s facial structure, skin thickness, degree of laxity, fat distribution, and treatment area. The treatment method and settings are then selected according to the individual concern.
For device-based procedures, the doctor determines the appropriate treatment area, depth, energy, handpiece, or shot count. For thread lifting and injectable treatments, the doctor determines the insertion or injection areas, direction, amount, and pattern. Medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor.
Questions people ask
Am I too young for non-surgical facial lifting?
Age alone does not determine whether treatment is appropriate. What matters is the concern, the condition of the skin and underlying tissue, and whether the proposed procedure is suitable for that concern. Asking about alternatives, including waiting, is a normal part of the consultation.
What should I tell the clinic during my first visit?
Explain which area concerns you, what change you hope to see, and whether you have previously received lifting, injectable, or other cosmetic treatments. You should also mention any previous reactions, medical conditions, medications, or procedures involving the same area.
Is one lifting treatment better than the others?
Not in every case. Ultrasound, radiofrequency, microwave energy, threads, and botulinum toxin work in different ways. The relevant question is which method matches your facial structure, skin condition, and treatment goal.
How should I compare prices?
Compare the same procedure, treatment area, energy or shot count, product amount, anesthesia, and aftercare. For thread lifting or injectable treatments, compare the product, amount, and planned treatment area. Two prices are not directly comparable when these conditions differ.
Is a newer lifting device always better?
Not automatically. A newer platform may offer updated features, but the treatment still depends on the patient assessment, treatment design, and the doctor’s use of the device. Ask what the device does differently and why that difference matters for your treatment goal.
What this page is based on
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire and clinic-provided treatment information
- Min Clinic column review, returned by the clinic
- Min Clinic official and English websites
- Merz Aesthetics — Ultherapy PRIME indication information
- DEKA — ONDA Coolwaves product information
- Medical Service Act of Korea, Article 56 (Prohibition of Medical Advertising)
