Features of Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Sono (Hydration) Management

1. We delicately combine and use two types of ampoules tailored to individual skin conditions.

We don't simply apply only one type of hyaluronic acid ampoule just because the skin is dry.

Using ultrasound, we deliver two ampoules suitable for the current skin condition all the way to the dermal layer, which can help increase absorption and synergistic effects.

2. In the final stage of the treatment, we use a Jaungo modeling pack to aid the skin's absorption of active ingredients.

After the ampoules have sufficiently penetrated, we conclude the management process using a Jaungo modeling pack.

This aids in skin barrier recovery, soothing, and moisture retention, allowing us to expect a positive impact on the longevity of the treatment's effects.

3. We adjust the handling speed and pressure during the procedure, considering the patient's skin condition.

We appropriately adjust the handling speed during treatment based on various skin responses such as pores, redness, and inner dryness.

The intensity is carefully adjusted considering the skin thickness of each facial area, and the treatment is performed based on the expertise of experienced medical staff.

4. The combined ampoules are applied in sufficient quantity at least twice, and aloe gel is also supplemented as needed.

We do not dilute the ampoules to maintain their inherent efficacy.

Ampoules are used not merely in the amount applied to the surface, but considering the appropriate quantity that can effectively penetrate deep into the skin.

Aloe gel is frequently reapplied to necessary areas during the procedure to ensure efficient ultrasound transmission.

5. Background for High-Density Treatments: The Difference in Our Clinic System

We operate a flexible appointment system to allow sufficient focus on each treatment.

From diagnosis to aftercare, one dedicated medical staff member is responsible, allowing for flexible management tailored to the patient's real-time skin reactions.

What Makes Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Sono (Hydration) Management Special

1. Ampoule Combination and Deep Penetration Considering Skin Condition

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we do not simply use only hyaluronic acid ampoules just because the skin is dry.

First, we precisely diagnose the patient's skin condition and, accordingly, from a variety of ampoules for hydration, brightening, soothing, and regeneration,

we carefully combine and use two ampoules determined to be most suitable for the current skin condition.

If the skin is experiencing both dryness and redness simultaneously,

we apply a hydrating ampoule with hyaluronic acid and a soothing ampoule with azulene in combination.

This delicate combination, considering the synergistic effects of the two ampoules, can help with the absorption of active ingredients and overall skin improvement.

The selected ampoules do not merely stay on the skin surface; instead, using an ultrasonic (Sono) device, they help active ingredients reach deep into the dermal layer of the skin.

This temporarily opens the skin barrier, allowing active ingredients to be delivered even deeper, thus we can expect positive effects on hydration that replenishes from within, beyond mere surface moisturization, and on the recovery of skin function.

2. After the treatment, we support the skin's absorption of active ingredients with a Jaungo modeling pack.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, after completing the Sono treatment, we typically apply a Jaungo modeling pack.

This is the final step that helps active ingredients, delivered deep into the skin via ultrasound, remain in the skin for a longer time.

Jaungo is made primarily from various Korean medicinal herbs such as Jiyu, Licorice, Jacho, and Hwanggi.

It can help with skin regeneration, barrier strengthening, and inflammation soothing.

When used with a modeling pack, it helps prevent moisture loss from the skin and soothes heat, contributing to stabilizing skin temperature.

This can increase the longevity of the absorbed ampoule ingredients and maintain overall efficacy, leading to positive outcomes.

This is not just a simple finishing step,

but a crucial process that firmly aids the absorption of active ingredients into the skin.

3. We adjust the handling speed and pressure according to each patient's skin characteristics.

Sono treatment is not just about delivering ultrasonic energy to the skin.

What's important is how effectively it's delivered, considering each individual's skin characteristics.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we perform treatments based on the following principles:

We adjust the handling speed based on your skin condition.

For areas with severe dryness, we perform the treatment at a slower speed to ensure sufficient ultrasonic energy delivery.

Conversely, for areas with enlarged pores or active sebum secretion, we move faster to enhance penetration.

Sensitive skin or skin prone to redness requires delicate adjustment, using pressure and speed that minimize irritation.

The pressure applied during the treatment also does not maintain a constant intensity.

We apply different intensities according to the skin thickness and sensitivity of each facial area.

For areas with thin skin like the cheekbones and thick skin like the jawline,

it is difficult to achieve balanced results with the same speed alone.

At our medical institution, all these processes are

not solely reliant on the subjective sense of the practitioner, but utilize standardized manuals,

and we have a systematic approach to ensure delicate handling tailored to each skin condition.

The amount of ampoule and aloe gel used also presents a significant difference.

For sono treatments, it is crucial that the active ingredients of the ampoule are well-delivered into the skin.

If the ampoule usage is insufficient, skin friction can occur,

which may reduce the absorption rate of active ingredients or hinder smooth ultrasonic energy delivery.

At our clinic, during treatment,

we apply ample amounts of aloe gel and ampoule repeatedly to ensure the skin surface does not dry out.

Especially when using a combination of two or more ampoules,

each ampoule is applied at least twice to ensure each ingredient is effectively delivered to the skin.

Similarly, aloe gel is not applied in a small amount just to coat the surface.

We reapply it to necessary areas so that the treatment device's head can move smoothly over the skin.

We never dilute ingredients to save on ampoule quantity.

This goes beyond simply ‘using generously’,

and becomes an important standard for enhancing treatment accuracy and the penetration of active ingredients.

Rather than simply performing a perfunctory treatment with a small amount,

we adhere to the principle of using more than the standard amount to achieve the desired results.

The distinguishing feature of our medical institution, which enhances the density of sono treatments, stems from our operational structure.

Despite many medical institutions possessing treatment know-how,

excessively dense appointment schedules,

or multiple staff members attending to several patients simultaneously,

can sometimes lead to rushed treatments or care.

Our medical institution has a unique operational structure that allows us to focus entirely on the treatment.

We limit the number of patients seen per day,

ensuring ample time and maintaining an appointment density of approximately one-third.

This allows us to create a system where we can fully concentrate on the treatment process without feeling rushed.

Thanks to this environment, even during sono management, we can monitor the patient's skin reactions in real-time,

allowing for flexible adjustments of various factors such as irradiation mode, treatment intensity, and handling patterns.

By capturing moments when the skin reacts sensitively without missing them,

an environment that allows for immediate response

helps our medical institution provide dense and thorough treatments.

Principles of Sono Hydration Treatment

1. Temporary Relaxation of the Skin Barrier Using Ultrasonic Vibrations

The ultrasound used in sono treatments delivers microscopic vibrational energy with a frequency of 1-3MHz to skin tissues.

These vibrations help to temporarily relax the intercellular lipid structure of the skin's epidermal layer.

As a result, high-molecular-weight active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides

can form pathways to be absorbed deep into the dermal layer, past the epidermis.

This is known as the Sonophoresis effect.

2. Enhanced Absorption of Active Ingredients Through Thermal Stimulation

Ultrasound energy generates subtle frictional heat within skin tissues,

which locally raises the temperature of the treated area by approximately 1 to 3 degrees.

This thermal stimulation helps to increase blood flow within the skin and activate cell metabolism.

Through this, an environment can be created where the active ingredients of ampoules can penetrate more effectively and be retained for longer.

3. Beyond Simple Hydration, Strengthening the Skin's Intrinsic Moisture Retention Structure

True skin hydration requires more than just externally supplying moisture.

Fundamental hydration can only be achieved when the skin has structures that can effectively retain moisture from within.

Within the dermal layer, there are structures composed of collagen, hyaluronic acid, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), and more,

which form the skin's important moisture storage system.

The microscopic mechanical stimulation from ultrasound can activate fibroblasts in the dermis,

contributing to collagen production and inducing the remodeling of the extracellular matrix (ECM), of which hyaluronic acid is a key component.

As a result, the skin is expected to regain its intrinsic ability to retain and maintain moisture for longer.

When Sono Hydration Treatment is Needed

1. 'Combination Oily-Dry' Skin (Oily on the surface, dry underneath)

If your skin feels tight underneath despite appearing oily and makeup often flakes,

this may indicate reduced moisture retention capacity in the dermal layer of your skin.

Sono hydration treatment can help induce the penetration of hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid deep into the dermal layer,

thereby creating a feeling of moisture that wells up from deep within the skin.

2. Chronically Dry Skin That Doesn't Improve Even with Consistent Moisturizer Application

If your skin quickly dries out again or develops flakes even after applying moisturizer,

this could be a sign that your skin barrier function is weakened or that the absorption pathways for active ingredients are not efficient.

Ultrasound can temporarily relax the skin barrier,

creating a pathway for the active ingredients in ampoules to be efficiently absorbed into the skin.

3. Sensitive Skin After Laser or Peeling Treatments

If your skin has become red and sensitive after other treatments, or if you feel that overall skin regeneration is slow,

Sono hydration treatment can be used to penetrate soothing and regenerating ampoules deep into the dermal layer.

This can help support the skin's recovery process and is expected to alleviate feelings of heat and irritation.

4. Skin Where Makeup Flakes Easily and Base Adhesion is Poor

Makeup not adhering well to the skin or flaking off

can occur when the skin texture is uneven and deep hydration is insufficient.

If you receive sono hydration treatment before an important event,

you can expect your skin to feel much more hydrated, along with improved makeup adhesion.

5. Individuals whose skin reacts sensitively to seasonal changes

For instance, during transitional seasons, the monsoon season, or cold winter.

Skin that is easily affected by changes in the external environment

This often indicates a weakened skin barrier function or an imbalance in the dermal layer's moisture.

Regular Sono treatments can help your skin maintain a relatively stable condition even as seasons change.

6. Individuals with sensitive skin that easily reddens or feels dry from everyday irritants

If your skin frequently reddens or gets irritated due to factors like fine dust, stress, or lack of sleep,

this could indicate a weakened protective function of your skin.

The gentle stimulation of a Sono soothing ampoule and ultrasound can help sensitive skin feel more comfortable.

What are the differences between Sono (hydration) treatment, LDM, and Ionto (brightening) treatment?

Sono (ultrasound) treatment is a method that delivers high-molecular hydration ingredients deep into the skin.

How it works

It delivers ultrasound vibration energy in the 1-3MHz range to the skin tissue.

This temporarily loosens the lipid structure between skin cells,

helping large molecular hydration ingredients like hyaluronic acid be effectively absorbed into the dermal layer.

Suitable Ingredients

Primarily, high-molecular water-soluble ampoules such as hyaluronic acid, EGF, peptides, and azulene can be considered.

It focuses on enhancing the skin's moisture retention ability and restoring its barrier function.

Recommended for

This includes inner skin tightness, dryness, flakiness, and a weakened skin barrier.

It is also utilized to soothe and rehydrate the skin after various aesthetic procedures.

Iontophoresis (Ionto) is primarily used for effectively penetrating low-molecular ionic brightening ingredients into the skin.

How it works

By applying direct current (DC) to the skin,

it utilizes the principle of like charges repelling each other to effectively deliver both cationic and anionic ingredients deep into the skin.

Suitable Ingredients

This primarily includes low-molecular ingredients that can be ionized, such as Vitamin C, Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, and Glutathione.

The majority of brightening-related ingredients carry an electrical charge and respond well to the current.

Recommended for

It can be considered for alleviating melasma or hyperpigmentation, and for improving overall dull skin tone.

When performed in conjunction with laser toning, synergistic effects for brightening treatments can be expected.

LDM (Local Dynamic Micro-massage) is a treatment focused on regulating inflammatory responses and promoting skin tissue recovery.

How it works

It delivers frequency changes ranging from hundreds to thousands of times per second to the skin.

This can stabilize fibroblasts and influence the regulation of inflammation-related substances such as MMPs and TNF-α.

Consequently, it can assist in the skin's regeneration process and strengthen its barrier function.

Suitable Ingredients

The primary goal is to stimulate the skin tissue's own regenerative responses, rather than to penetrate specific ingredients.

When performed with ampoules focused on soothing or regeneration, even better synergistic effects can be expected.

Recommended for

You can explore various skin concerns such as acne and atopic dermatitis, sensitized skin conditions, and internal dryness.

It can help soothe the heat sensation that may occur after laser treatments and reduce redness.