Eye SofwaveUnder-eye & eye area · in Gangnam, Seoul
Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, your goals and skin assessment guide the product, area and recovery plan.
Who it’s for
- Heavy lids or crease concerns
Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
How it works
Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries.
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Treatment components
Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries.
02Anatomy and function
Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
03Sequence and treatment areas
Heat, pain, redness, swelling and tenderness can occur. Recovery depends on the person and area; burns or persistent sensory changes are possible. Severe eye pain or visual changes need urgent assessment.
04Recovery and review
Changes in firmness are assessed over weeks to months. The result is not judged from tightness or swelling right after treatment; whether and when to repeat treatment is decided at a follow-up visit.
Treatment areas
- Under-eye & eye area
- Eye Sofwave is an ultrasound treatment used for brow-area laxity and facial wrinkles. Suitability for direct eyelid treatment is not decided by the depth of action alone. The location of any existing filler and the condition of the skin around the eyes are checked first.
What the procedure is like
- 1Bring details of puffiness, dry eyes, previous filler or surgery and medicines. Share event and travel dates so recovery time and follow-up can be planned together.
- 2Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
- 3Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries.
- 4Receive aftercare and contact instructions, and arrange an appropriate review.
Appointment length depends on consultation, numbing and treatment extent. Tell us your available time and important plans when booking.
Recovery & aftercare
- Warmth, redness, swelling and tenderness may occur, and burns or persistent changes in sensation also need attention. For severe eye pain or visual problems, seek medical care immediately. If you have existing filler, be sure to tell us its location and timing before treatment.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
Immediately
Heat, pain, redness, swelling and tenderness can occur. Recovery depends on the person and area; burns or persistent sensory changes are possible. Severe eye pain or visual changes need urgent assessment.
Early recovery
Heat, pain, redness, swelling and tenderness can occur. Recovery depends on the person and area; burns or persistent sensory changes are possible. Severe eye pain or visual changes need urgent assessment.
Review
Changes in firmness are assessed over weeks to months. The result is not judged from tightness or swelling right after treatment; whether and when to repeat treatment is decided at a follow-up visit.
Next steps
Bring details of puffiness, dry eyes, previous filler or surgery and medicines. Share event and travel dates so recovery time and follow-up can be planned together.
Sessions & results
Changes resulting from the collagen response are assessed over weeks to months. We look at brow-area firmness and wrinkles while comparing them with the initial photos, and if deep hollowing or protruding fat remains, we explain it as a problem with a different cause. Treatment directly over areas with filler is not recommended, so before any further treatment we again check the location and timing of the filler.
How it compares
| Comparison | Sofwave | Ultherapy PRIME | Thermage FLX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selection | Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries. | Eye Ultherapy PRIME is a lifting treatment performed while checking brow laxity and the surrounding supporting tissue on real-time ultrasound imaging. It aims for a modest improvement in brow position, and treatment must avoid the eyes, the eyelids and the area inside the orbital rim. A shallower transducer does not make direct eyelid treatment appropriate. | Eye Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency and an eye tip for periorbital wrinkles and skin firmness. Eyelid treatment requires appropriate eye protection; face tips must not be used over the eyes. It has a different purpose from filling hollows or repositioning fat. |
They work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after examination.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Heat, pain, redness, swelling and tenderness can occur. Recovery depends on the person and area; burns or persistent sensory changes are possible. Severe eye pain or visual changes need urgent assessment.
When to take extra care
- Disclose pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, immune conditions, medicines, previous fillers and threads.
- Active inflammation or infection at the site needs assessment before treatment is scheduled.
Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed. Heat, pain, redness, swelling and tenderness can occur. Recovery depends on the person and area; burns or persistent sensory changes are possible. Severe eye pain or visual changes need urgent assessment.
Your care at QD Clinic
Start with the concern
Eye Sofwave is an ultrasound treatment used for brow-area laxity and facial wrinkles. Suitability for direct eyelid treatment is not decided by the depth of action alone. The location of any existing filler and the condition of the skin around the eyes are checked first.
Check the product and amount
Sofwave lists open wounds in the treatment area as a contraindication and does not recommend treatment directly over dermal fillers. Surgical wounds, previous injection sites and timing must be reviewed.
Plan through recovery
Changes resulting from the collagen response are assessed over weeks to months. We look at brow-area firmness and wrinkles while comparing them with the initial photos, and if deep hollowing or protruding fat remains, we explain it as a problem with a different cause. Treatment directly over areas with filler is not recommended, so before any further treatment we again check the location and timing of the filler.
Frequently asked questions
Eye Sofwave is a treatment that uses ultrasound to trigger a collagen response in the skin to address brow laxity and facial lines. Whether it suits thin eyelids is judged from the condition of the eyelids as well, not only from its working depth of about 1.5 mm. Brow lifting and direct eyelid treatment are distinct; the instructions guide treatment boundaries.
Eye Sofwave is an ultrasound treatment used for brow-area laxity and facial wrinkles. Suitability for direct eyelid treatment is not decided by the depth of action alone. The location of any existing filler and the condition of the skin around the eyes are checked first.
Changes resulting from the collagen response are assessed over weeks to months. We look at brow-area firmness and wrinkles while comparing them with the initial photos, and if deep hollowing or protruding fat remains, we explain it as a problem with a different cause. Treatment directly over areas with filler is not recommended, so before any further treatment we again check the location and timing of the filler.
Warmth, redness, swelling and tenderness may occur, and burns or persistent changes in sensation also need attention. For severe eye pain or visual problems, seek medical care immediately. If you have existing filler, be sure to tell us its location and timing before treatment.
We first check whether your examination and any necessary follow-up can fit within your stay. When you book a consultation, let us know your arrival and departure dates and any important plans. Changes resulting from the collagen response are assessed over weeks to months. We look at brow-area firmness and wrinkles while comparing them with the initial photos, and if deep hollowing or protruding fat remains, we explain it as a problem with a different cause. Treatment directly over areas with filler is not recommended, so before any further treatment we again check the location and timing of the filler. Depending on the examination, same-day treatment may not be possible or additional visits may be needed. Please also confirm in advance how to reach us after you return home and any in-person care you may need. What the doctor looks at first for this treatment: “Elasticity of the thin skin around the eyes and the lines made by expression”.
Often considered together
Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.
+Under-eye & eye area
When firmness and texture are both concerns, we discuss the role of each treatment separately.
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