Who is LDM suited to?

We mainly recommend it for skin that needs calming and hydration first, such as skin that is often red or reactive, or dry skin that feels tight. Because it does not reshape tissue with heat, it is low in irritation and can usually be done even on days when a stronger treatment would feel like too much. Whether it fits your skin and goals is confirmed at your examination.

Is there any pain or downtime with LDM?

Almost none. It feels like a lukewarm vibration passing over the skin, and patients rarely report pain. You can put on makeup and go straight back to your day afterwards. On days when your skin is especially sensitive, though, a faint flush may linger for a short while.

Can I have LDM after other treatments?

Yes. It is often used to soothe the skin after peels, lasers or injectables, because it does not reshape tissue with heat and is very low in irritation. The right timing depends on what you had done, so your team advises when to book it.

Is there anything I should do at home after LDM?

After LDM, keep the skin well moisturized and apply sunscreen as advised. Occasionally a faint redness or warmth may linger briefly, but it usually settles quickly. On days when your skin feels sensitive, it is better to avoid harsh products such as exfoliants.

How long do the results of one session last?

This is care centered on calming and hydration, so it is not a treatment whose dramatic changes stay with you for a long time. It is more accurate to expect the feeling of comfortable, settled skin to carry on for a few days to a few weeks. It works best as regular upkeep that holds your skin in good condition.

It delivers ultrasound while switching rapidly between frequencies, which sets up extremely fine vibrations inside the skin. Rather than reshaping tissue with heat, it works more on the side of calming the skin and supporting its recovery. That makes it very low-irritation, which is why we often use it as follow-up care after other treatments.

Can I have LDM Regeneration Care during a short trip to Seoul, Korea?

We first check whether assessment and any necessary follow-up fit your stay. Share your arrival, departure and important event dates before booking. For this treatment, the expected course is as follows. LDM is often done as a series and, because it is gentle, can be repeated regularly; your rhythm is planned at consultation, with skin looking calmer and more hydrated over time. (Results vary by individual.) Mild, temporary redness or warmth may occur and usually settles quickly. Keep the skin hydrated and use sun protection as we advise. Examination may lead to postponement or additional visits. Confirm contact arrangements after returning home and when in-person medical care may be needed. What the doctor checks first for this treatment: “Sensitivity, redness, dryness and the state of the skin barrier”.

LDM Regeneration Carein Gangnam, Seoul

LDM (Local Dynamic Micro-massage) is a gentle ultrasound skincare treatment that rapidly alternates between ultrasound frequencies to create a fine “micro-massage” within the skin. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, it is often chosen to soothe, hydrate and support the skin’s recovery, including after other procedures. A session usually takes about 20–40 minutes with little to no downtime. (Results vary by individual.)

Reference images of products, devices and treatment areas.

Who it’s for

Dry, tight or sensitive-feeling skin that needs soothing
Skin recovering after peels, lasers or other procedures
Anyone who wants a calming, hydrating treatment with little downtime
Those looking to support skin texture and firmness gently

LDM is a gentle option; whether it suits your skin and goals is confirmed at consultation.

How it works

LDM delivers ultrasound that switches rapidly between frequencies, producing very fast micro-vibrations in the skin — a kind of internal micro-massage. This gentle stimulation is used to support hydration, soothe the look of redness, and encourage the skin’s own renewal by activating fibroblasts, the cells linked to collagen and elastin. Because it is gentle and comfortable, it is often combined with or used after other treatments.

THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP

01Rapidly alternating ultrasound
LDM switches quickly between ultrasound frequencies, producing very fast micro-vibrations within the skin — a kind of internal micro-massage.
02A gentle mechanical stimulus
This gentle stimulation is used to support hydration and soothe the look of redness, working with the skin rather than heating or exfoliating it.
03Fibroblast support
By gently stimulating fibroblasts — the cells linked to collagen and elastin — it is used to encourage the skin’s own renewal over time.
04Comfortable and combinable
Because it is gentle, it is often used after other procedures to soothe the skin, or repeated regularly as care. (Results vary by individual.)

Treatment areas

Face: Overall soothing, hydration and texture care.
Around the eyes: The delicate skin of the eye area.
Neck: Extends care to the neckline.
After-procedure care: Calming support following peels, lasers or injectables.

What the procedure is like

1Consultation and skin assessment
2Cleansing and preparation
3LDM ultrasound applied with gel across the treatment areas
4Soothing, hydration and sun-protection guidance

Time: A session usually takes about 20–40 minutes.

Recovery & aftercare

Little to no downtime; most people return to daily activities right away.
Mild, temporary redness or warmth may occur and usually settles quickly.
Keep the skin hydrated and use sun protection as we advise.

What to expect over time

A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.

DAY 0 Treatment day
The ultrasound is applied with gel across the treatment areas. Mild, temporary redness or warmth may occur and usually settles quickly; most people return to their day right away.
SAME DAY Calmer, hydrated feel
Skin often feels calmer and more hydrated soon after. This varies from person to person.
ACROSS A SERIES Building gently
Because it is gentle, LDM is often done as a series, with skin looking calmer and more hydrated over time. (Results vary by individual.)
AFTER OTHER PROCEDURES Soothing support
When used after peels, lasers or injectables, it is timed by your team to support recovery.
ONGOING Regular care
It can be repeated regularly; your rhythm is planned at consultation.

Sessions & results

LDM is often done as a series and, because it is gentle, can be repeated regularly; your rhythm is planned at consultation, with skin looking calmer and more hydrated over time. (Results vary by individual.)

How it compares

These are gentle skin-care options that work in different ways, so the right choice depends on what your skin needs.

Comparison	LDM Regeneration Care	Peel	General care
Approach	Dual-frequency ultrasound micro-massage	Cosmetic acids exfoliate surface cells	Cleansing, then device care with one of hydration, brightening, scrubber or soothing
Targets	Soothing, hydration and gentle renewal	Dullness, texture and congestion	Cleansing, hydration and maintenance
Sessions	Often repeated as a series	A short series, then maintenance	Single sessions, or 5 or 10 for regular upkeep
Sensation	Gentle warmth, generally comfortable	Mild tingling or warmth during application	Gentle and relaxing
Downtime	Little to none	Little; light flaking possible	Little to none

Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.

Safety & considerations

Possible reactions

Mild, temporary redness or warmth that usually settles quickly
A short-lived sensation of the applicator gliding over the skin

When to take extra care

Active skin infection, inflammation or open lesions in the treatment area
Recent procedures in the same area — tell your team so timing can be planned
Pregnancy or breastfeeding, and any allergies — let us know at consultation

LDM is a gentle option; whether it suits your skin and goals is confirmed at consultation. Effects vary by individual, and mild reactions may occur.

Your care at QD Clinic

Assessed before care
Skin is assessed first, and whether LDM suits your skin and goals is confirmed at consultation.
Gentle enough to combine
Because LDM is comfortable and non-heating, it is often used after other treatments to soothe the skin.
Care in your language
Consultation in English, with 中文 and 日本語 support arranged on request — including questions before you travel.
A short walk from Gangnam Station
Central Seoul location with guidance from the airport and nearby hotels, and hours shown in KST.

Frequently asked questions

We mainly recommend it for skin that needs calming and hydration first, such as skin that is often red or reactive, or dry skin that feels tight. Because it does not reshape tissue with heat, it is low in irritation and can usually be done even on days when a stronger treatment would feel like too much. Whether it fits your skin and goals is confirmed at your examination.
Almost none. It feels like a lukewarm vibration passing over the skin, and patients rarely report pain. You can put on makeup and go straight back to your day afterwards. On days when your skin is especially sensitive, though, a faint flush may linger for a short while.
Yes. It is often used to soothe the skin after peels, lasers or injectables, because it does not reshape tissue with heat and is very low in irritation. The right timing depends on what you had done, so your team advises when to book it.
After LDM, keep the skin well moisturized and apply sunscreen as advised. Occasionally a faint redness or warmth may linger briefly, but it usually settles quickly. On days when your skin feels sensitive, it is better to avoid harsh products such as exfoliants.
This is care centered on calming and hydration, so it is not a treatment whose dramatic changes stay with you for a long time. It is more accurate to expect the feeling of comfortable, settled skin to carry on for a few days to a few weeks. It works best as regular upkeep that holds your skin in good condition.
It delivers ultrasound while switching rapidly between frequencies, which sets up extremely fine vibrations inside the skin. Rather than reshaping tissue with heat, it works more on the side of calming the skin and supporting its recovery. That makes it very low-irritation, which is why we often use it as follow-up care after other treatments.
We first check whether assessment and any necessary follow-up fit your stay. Share your arrival, departure and important event dates before booking. For this treatment, the expected course is as follows. LDM is often done as a series and, because it is gentle, can be repeated regularly; your rhythm is planned at consultation, with skin looking calmer and more hydrated over time. (Results vary by individual.) Mild, temporary redness or warmth may occur and usually settles quickly. Keep the skin hydrated and use sun protection as we advise. Examination may lead to postponement or additional visits. Confirm contact arrangements after returning home and when in-person medical care may be needed. What the doctor checks first for this treatment: “Sensitivity, redness, dryness and the state of the skin barrier”.

Often considered together

Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.

Peel

LDM is often used to soothe and hydrate the skin after a peel; the timing is advised by your team.

General care

Pairs naturally with hydration and soothing steps as regular maintenance.

Injectable skin boosters

For deeper hydration and radiance than surface care can reach, planned separately from your skincare sessions.

For international patients

Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST).

How many days should I stay?

Surgery and course-based treatments need a check-up. We tell you before you book whether that means staying longer or coming back another time.

For International Patients