Sono (Hydration) Management, Features of Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic

1. We combine and infuse two types of ampoules tailored to your skin condition.

We don't simply use only one hyaluronic acid ampoule just because your skin is dry.

By using ultrasound to deliver two ampoules suitable for your current skin deeply into the dermis, you can expect both effective ingredient absorption and improved skin condition simultaneously.

2. After the treatment, we help lock in active ingredients with a Jaungo Modeling Pack.

After the ampoule infusion process is complete, we finish with a Jaungo Modeling Pack.

This helps restore the skin barrier, soothe, and maintain hydration, contributing to the longer-lasting benefits of the management.

3. Handling speed and pressure are adjusted according to your skin condition.

We adjust the handling speed considering each individual's skin reactions, such as pores, redness, and inner skin tightness.

The treatment intensity is meticulously adjusted, taking into account the skin thickness of each facial area, and consistent care is provided based on experienced intuition.

4. Ampoules are generously applied according to each combination, and aloe gel is used liberally.

We do not dilute ampoules; we use them in their undiluted form.

Ampoule usage is calculated not merely by the amount applied, but by the amount that can actually penetrate the skin.

Aloe gel is also generously reapplied to each area during the treatment to ensure that ultrasound energy is effectively delivered without loss.

5. We have a special operating method that enhances treatment density.

We have created an environment where we can focus more on treatments through a relaxed reservation system.

One dedicated staff member is responsible from consultation to aftercare, flexibly adjusting the process according to skin reactions observed during the treatment.

6. Your appointment time is the treatment start time. A discount applies for delays.

To reduce patient waiting times and provide highly focused treatments, we avoid overbooking.

If the treatment starts more than 10 minutes after the scheduled appointment time, we operate a policy where a discount is applied based on the time exceeded.

Why Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Sono (Hydration) Management is Special

1. We focus on selecting ampoules and enhancing penetration, considering your skin condition.

We avoid the method of indiscriminately using only one hyaluronic acid ampoule just because the skin is dry.

After a thorough diagnosis of the patient's current skin condition, we select the most suitable combination from hydration, brightening, soothing, and regenerating ampoules.

Subsequently, we delicately combine and use two ampoules that are essential for the skin.

For example, for skin with both dryness and redness,

we apply a hydration ampoule with hyaluronic acid as the main ingredient, along with a soothing ampoule based on azulene.

Through a combination that considers the synergy between the two ampoules, we aim to enhance the absorption of active ingredients and expect overall improvement.

The selected ampoules are not merely applied to the skin surface; they are effectively penetrated into the dermis layer using an ultrasound (Sono) device.

By temporarily opening the skin barrier to allow active ingredients to be delivered deeply, it aids not only surface hydration but also deep hydration and functional recovery within the skin.

2. After management, we help lock in active ingredients with a Jaungo Modeling Pack.

After Sono treatment, we always finish with a Jaungo Modeling Pack.

This is a finishing process that helps active ingredients, delivered deeply into the skin by ultrasound, remain in the skin longer.

Jaungo is composed of ingredients derived from traditional Korean medicinal herbs such as Sanguisorba officinalis, licorice, Lithospermum erythrorhizon, and Astragalus membranaceus,

and can help with skin regeneration, barrier strengthening, and alleviating inflammatory reactions.

When used with a modeling pack, it helps prevent moisture loss and stabilize skin temperature,

contributing to the longer-lasting benefits of the absorbed ampoules.

This process goes beyond a simple moisturizing step.

It can be seen as an important finishing process that solidly maintains the absorption effects of the ampoule ingredients.

3. We adjust handling speed and pressure according to your skin condition.

Ultrasound procedures go beyond simply applying ultrasound energy to the skin.

What matters is the skin condition and how the energy is delivered.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic,

we delicately adjust the device handling speed, considering each individual's skin condition.

For skin with severe inner dryness, the procedure is performed at a relatively slower speed to ensure sufficient delivery of ultrasound energy.

For areas with large pores or active sebum secretion, handling is done a little faster to increase penetration.

For sensitive skin or areas with redness, we delicately adjust the pressure and speed to minimize irritation.

The pressure applied during the procedure is also not kept constant.

We adjust the intensity of the pressure, considering the differences in skin thickness and sensitivity across various facial areas.

For thin skin areas like the cheekbones or relatively thicker areas like the jawline,

performing the procedure at the same speed could lead to different expected effects for each area.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, all these procedure steps are,

not solely dependent on the practitioner's skilled intuition, but conducted through a standardized manual.

This ensures that customized handling, suitable for each skin condition, is systematically performed.

4. The amount of ampoule and aloe gel used is also an important consideration.

Sono procedures aim for the active ingredients of the ampoule to be sufficiently delivered into the skin.

If the amount of ampoule used is insufficient, unnecessary friction may occur on the skin.

Furthermore, the absorption rate of active ingredients may decrease, and ultrasound energy may not be effectively delivered to the skin.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic,

we apply ample aloe gel and ampoules to prevent the skin surface from drying out, and reapply as needed during the procedure.

Especially when using several types of ampoules together,

we apply each type of ampoule at least twice to ensure each ingredient is evenly delivered to the skin.

Aloe gel is also not just lightly applied to the surface,

but reapplied to each treatment area to ensure the device head moves smoothly over the skin.

We never dilute the ampoule's ingredient concentration to weaken it.

This goes beyond simply 'applying generously'.

It serves as an important standard for increasing the accuracy of the procedure and the penetration rate of ingredients.

Rather than settling for a formal, small-amount treatment,

we make it a principle to use more than the standard amount of ampoule for satisfactory treatment results.

5. Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Sono procedures provide dense care. The reason lies in the clinic's operating method.

Although many medical institutions possess procedure-related techniques,

they often have excessively booked appointments,

or a structure where multiple patients are treated simultaneously.

This could potentially lead to rushed care or procedures.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic differs in its operating method.

By limiting the number of patients seen per day,

we operate with relatively relaxed appointment intervals.

We create an environment where we can fully concentrate on each procedure without being rushed.

This allows us to closely observe the real-time reactions of the patient's skin even during Sono care.

We can flexibly adjust the treatment mode, intensity, and handling patterns to suit each individual patient.

By meticulously identifying when the skin reacts sensitively,

and creating an environment that allows for meticulous response accordingly,

we can enable personalized care optimized for each individual.

6. Your appointment time is the time your treatment begins. This is our practice of valuing the commitment made with our patients.

Patients' time is considered a very important factor in the treatment process.

We have improved the system of simply taking reservations and having long waiting times.

If your treatment is delayed by more than 10 minutes past the scheduled appointment time,

we offer a 5% discount for every 10 minutes of delay.

This system goes beyond merely compensating for delays,

it is an expression of our commitment not to overbook appointments.

It is also a principle to provide focused and thorough care by giving full attention to each patient.

Treatments that start on time without waiting provide comfort to those receiving the procedure.

The medical staff performing the procedure can also maintain stable conditions, creating an environment where they can focus more on each individual patient.

Principles of Sono (Hydration) Treatment

1. Ultrasonic vibrations that temporarily relax the skin barrier

The ultrasound used in Sono treatment delivers subtle vibratory energy of 1-3 MHz to the skin tissue.

These vibrations temporarily soften the lipid structures between skin surface cells.

Thanks to this, large molecular weight ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides

can be absorbed beyond the epidermis and into the dermis.

This phenomenon is called the Sonophoresis effect.

2. Thermal stimulation to enhance skin absorption.

Ultrasound generates subtle frictional heat within the skin,

which can locally raise the temperature by approximately 1-3 degrees Celsius.

This thermal stimulation increases blood flow and promotes cell metabolism,

which can help active ingredients absorb better into the skin and last longer.

3. In addition to hydration, we focus on forming internal structures that retain moisture.

Skin moisturizing is not merely about replenishing water.

It is crucial for the skin to possess internal structures that can effectively hold and retain moisture on its own.

The skin's dermal layer naturally contains a moisture-storage structure composed of collagen, hyaluronic acid, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), etc.

a moisture-storage structure already exists.

The subtle mechanical stimulation from ultrasound stimulates fibroblasts in the dermal layer.

This can help induce collagen production and the reconstruction of hyaluronic acid-rich extracellular matrix (ECM).

As a result, the skin can enhance its intrinsic ability to hold and retain moisture for longer.

Recommended for Sono (Hydration) Treatment

1. 'Combination Oily Skin with Inner Dryness' that appears shiny on the surface but feels dry and tight underneath.

If your skin appears oily but makeup doesn't sit well and you feel inner dryness,

the moisture-retaining capacity of your skin's dermal layer may have weakened.

Sono hydration treatment helps hyaluronic acid penetrate deep into the dermal layer,

allowing you to expect improved hydration with a dewy feeling from within the skin.

2. Skin that remains dry even after using sufficient moisturizers.

If your skin quickly becomes dry and flaky even after applying plenty of moisturizer,

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

Ultrasound energy temporarily relaxes the skin barrier structure,

creating a pathway for active ingredients like ampoules to be delivered deep into the skin.

3. When skin becomes sensitive after laser treatments or peels

When your skin becomes red or feels irritated after a procedure, and you feel that recovery is slow,

Sono hydration management helps effectively deliver soothing and regenerating ampoules to the dermis.

This can support the skin's recovery process and help calm heat or irritation.

4. Skin types where makeup flakes or base doesn't adhere well

Reasons why makeup may sit on the surface of your skin or not adhere well include

uneven skin texture or insufficient moisture within the skin.

If you consider Sono hydration management the day before an important appointment,

you can expect your skin to feel hydrated and makeup to blend in better.

5. When you feel your skin condition deteriorating due to seasonal changes

Like during transitional seasons, the rainy season, or cold winter,

skin that reacts sensitively to external environmental changes,

can easily have its skin barrier function and dermal moisture balance disrupted.

Regular Sono treatments can be beneficial in maintaining skin condition regardless of the season.

6. Sensitive skin that easily reddens or feels dry from everyday irritants

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

this suggests that your skin's defense mechanism may be weakened.

Sono soothing ampoules and the gentle stimulation of ultrasound can help quickly calm sensitive skin.

What is the difference between Sono (Hydration) Management, LDM, and Ionto (Whitening) Management?

Sono (Ultrasound) Management – A method of delivering high-molecular-weight hydrating ingredients to the dermis

How it works

Ultrasound vibration energy with a frequency of 1-3MHz is applied to the skin.

This temporarily relaxes the lipid structure between cells,

helping large-molecular-weight hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid to be effectively absorbed deep into the dermis.

Key Ingredients Used

High-molecular-weight water-soluble ampoules such as hyaluronic acid, EGF, peptides, and azulene are primarily used.

The focus is primarily on enhancing moisture retention and improving skin barrier function.

Recommended for

Inner skin dryness, tightness, flaking, weakened skin barrier function

When skin soothing and hydration are needed after a procedure

Iontophoresis (Ionto) – A method focused on delivering low-molecular-weight ionic whitening ingredients to the skin

How it works

It uses direct current (DC) to pass through the skin,

and utilizes the repulsive force of charges to push the positive and negative ionic ingredients in the ampoule deep into the skin.

Key Ingredients Used

Low-molecular-weight ionized ingredients such as Vitamin C, Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, and Glutathione are primarily used.

Most ingredients with a whitening effect are charged, which can promote their reaction during treatments that utilize electric current.

Application Area

You can expect positive effects in improving melasma and various forms of hyperpigmentation, as well as brightening overall dull-looking skin tone.

When performed with laser toning treatments, you can experience a synergistic effect that further enhances the whitening results.

LDM (Local Dynamic Micro-massage) is a device specialized in regulating skin inflammatory responses and aiding in the recovery of damaged tissues.

Treatment Principle

This device delivers energy to the skin through rapid frequency changes, ranging from hundreds to thousands of times per second.

It can contribute to stabilizing fibroblasts within the skin and regulating the activity of inflammatory mediators such as MMPs and TNF-α.

It can help the skin's natural regeneration process and strengthen the skin barrier function.

Recommended Ingredients to Use Together

The primary purpose of LDM treatment is to induce a healthy response in the skin tissue itself, rather than deep penetration of specific ingredients.

When used in conjunction with ampoules that soothe and aid skin regeneration, an even greater synergistic effect can be achieved.

Applicable Areas

It can be considered for acne-prone skin, atopic dermatitis, sensitive skin conditions, and discomfort caused by dryness deep within the skin.

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