SONO Care [Hydrating Care for Dry Skin]

Sono (Hydration) Management: Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Approach

1. Considering your skin condition, we carefully combine two types of ampoules and deliver them to your skin.

We don't simply use only one type of hyaluronic acid just because of dryness.

We use ultrasound to deliver two ampoules suitable for your current skin condition directly to the dermis layer. This can increase the absorption rate of active ingredients, helping to improve skin.

2. After the treatment, we apply a Jaungo modeling pack to help manage active ingredients.

After the ampoules have been sufficiently delivered to the skin, we complete the management process using a Jaungo modeling pack.

The Jaungo modeling pack can help support the action of active ingredients by aiding in skin barrier recovery, soothing the skin, and maintaining hydration.

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

We meticulously adjust the handling speed to match individual skin reactions, such as pore issues, redness, or internal skin dryness.

We adjust the intensity of pressure considering the skin thickness of each facial area. We maintain consistency in treatment through a systematic approach.

4. Ampoules are applied multiple times depending on the combination, and a sufficient amount of aloe gel is used.

Ampoules are used in their undiluted, original form.

Beyond simply applying to the surface, we apply ampoules in an amount calculated to be effectively delivered into the skin.

Aloe gel is sufficiently re-applied to each area as needed to ensure smooth ultrasound delivery, aiming to enhance treatment efficiency.

5. Treatment Environment for Meticulous Procedures

We operate a flexible reservation system to allow us to focus on each individual patient.

A dedicated medical professional is responsible for the entire process, from initial consultation to post-treatment care, and flexibly responds to the patient's reactions during the procedure.

6. Reservation times are managed as treatment start times, and a discount policy is applied in case of delays.

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

If the treatment start is delayed by more than 10 minutes from the scheduled reservation time, we apply a 5% discount for that duration.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Approach to Sono (Hydration) Management

1. Ampoule Selection and Active Ingredient Delivery Tailored to Skin Condition

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we do not simply apply only one type of hyaluronic acid ampoule solely based on skin dryness.

After accurately diagnosing your individual skin condition, we select the necessary ampoules from a variety of options, including hydration, brightening, soothing, and regeneration.

We combine and use two ampoules that are deemed appropriate for your current skin condition.

For example, for skin experiencing both dryness and redness,

we might complexly apply a hyaluronic acid-based hydrating ampoule and an azulene-based soothing ampoule.

Such a combination can enhance the absorption rate of active ingredients through the synergy of the two ampoules, positively impacting skin improvement.

To ensure the selected ampoules do not merely remain on the skin's surface, we utilize ultrasound (Sono) devices to help effectively deliver them to the dermis layer.

Ultrasound temporarily opens the skin barrier, allowing active ingredients to be delivered deep into the skin. This can contribute to deep skin hydration and functional recovery, beyond just superficial moisturizing.

2. Post-Treatment: Maintaining Active Ingredients with Jaungo Modeling Pack

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we consider applying a Jaungo modeling pack after completing Sono treatment to be very important.

This is a finishing step that helps active ingredients, delivered deep into the skin via ultrasound, to work within the skin for a longer period.

Jaungo is formulated based on traditional Korean herbal ingredients such as Sanguisorba officinalis, licorice, Lithospermum erythrorhizon, and Astragalus membranaceus.

It can aid in skin regeneration, strengthen the barrier, and contribute to inflammation relief.

When used with a modeling pack, it can help reduce skin moisture loss and stabilize skin temperature.

This helps enhance the longevity of absorbed ampoules and the efficacy of active ingredients.

This is not just a simple finishing step.

It can be seen as a process that helps effectively maintain active ingredients.

3. Customized Adjustment of Handling Speed and Pressure

In Sono treatments, simply delivering ultrasonic energy to the skin is not enough.

How it is applied to suit each skin condition is an important consideration.

At our medical facility,

we meticulously adjust the handling speed of the treatment device according to each individual's skin condition.

For severely dry skin, we move the device slowly to allow the ultrasonic energy to remain and work sufficiently,

while for areas with large pores or active sebum secretion, we proceed more quickly to ensure energy is delivered effectively.

For sensitive skin or areas with redness, delicate pressure and speed adjustments are made to minimize irritation.

The pressure of the device head is also not kept constant.

The intensity of the pressure is adjusted considering the differences in skin thickness and sensitivity of each area of the face.

For example, areas with thin skin like the cheekbones and areas with thicker skin like the jawline

may not achieve consistent results if treated in the same manner.

We standardize all these processes

not simply by relying on the practitioner's experience, but through systematic manuals,

and have established a system that enables customized treatments suitable for various skin conditions.

4. There are also differences in how ampoules and aloe gel are used.

In Sono treatments, it is crucial for the active ingredients of the ampoule to be delivered deep into the skin.

If the amount of ampoule used is insufficient, it can cause skin friction and discomfort,

and there is a possibility that absorption will be reduced and ultrasonic energy will not be effectively delivered.

At our medical facility,

we apply a generous amount of aloe gel and ampoule, and frequently reapply during the treatment to ensure the skin does not dry out.

Especially when two types of ampoules are used together,

each type of ampoule is applied at least twice to ensure that its ingredients are fully absorbed.

Aloe gel is not just applied sparingly to the skin's surface,

but is generously reapplied to each area to allow the device head to glide smoothly.

We never dilute ampoules to save on product.

This goes beyond simply applying a lot of ampoule,

it is a crucial process to enhance treatment accuracy and aid ingredient penetration.

Rather than providing a perfunctory treatment with small amounts,

we adhere to the principle of using more than the standard amount of product to achieve results that promise positive improvement.

5. We aim for highly focused care during Sono treatments – there are differences in our operational approach.

Even though many medical facilities possess the necessary technology,

due to tightly booked schedules,

or situations where multiple medical staff must attend to several patients simultaneously,

care can sometimes be rushed or insufficient.

Our medical facility differs in this operational approach.

We limit the number of patients treated per day,

and adjust appointment density by securing ample time for each individual.

This creates an environment where we can fully concentrate on the treatment process without feeling rushed.

As a result, even during Sono management, we closely monitor the patient's real-time skin reactions,

and can flexibly adjust the irradiation method, energy intensity, and handling techniques.

carefully observing the subtle changes in your skin,

and providing conditions for appropriate management each time.

This helps ensure delicate, tailored care for your individual skin condition.

6. Your appointment time is the time your treatment begins. We aim for consultations that value your time.

At our clinic, we consider the time of our visitors a crucial part of the consultation.

Instead of simply taking appointments and having you wait, we strive for treatments to start at the scheduled time.

If your appointment is delayed by more than 10 minutes,

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

This policy goes beyond simply compensating for time delays;

it is a promise to ensure ample time without overbooking,

and embodies our principle of providing highly focused care to each patient.

Treatments that start on time without waiting

create an environment where our medical staff can also focus on each patient's care in a stable condition.

Principles of Sono (Hydration) Treatment

1. Temporary skin barrier relaxation using ultrasonic vibrations

The ultrasound used in Sono treatments delivers fine vibrational energy of 1-3MHz to the skin.

This vibrational energy gently loosens the lipid structures between skin surface cells,

allowing macromolecular ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides

to be delivered beyond the epidermis into the dermis.

This is known as the Sonophoresis effect.

2. Enhanced ingredient absorption through thermal stimulation

Ultrasound generates subtle frictional heat within the skin,

raising the temperature of the treated area by approximately 1 to 3 degrees.

This thermal stimulation increases blood flow and activates cellular metabolism,

creating a state where ampoule ingredients can be more effectively absorbed and last longer.

3. Beyond simply supplying moisture, improving moisture-retaining structures

Skin hydration is not enough by merely replenishing moisture.

True hydration is achieved when the skin's internal foundation is equipped to effectively hold onto moisture.

In the dermal layer of the skin, there are structures composed of collagen, hyaluronic acid, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), etc.,

which are responsible for storing moisture.

The subtle mechanical stimulation provided by ultrasound activates fibroblasts within the dermis,

which can induce collagen production and the reconstruction of extracellular matrix (ECM) rich in hyaluronic acid.

Through this, the skin can improve its 'moisture retention ability,' allowing it to hold and maintain moisture for longer.

When Sono (Hydration) Treatment is Recommended

1. 'Combination skin' that is oily on the surface but dry underneath

If your skin feels oily on the surface but makeup doesn't sit well or your skin feels tight underneath,

the moisture retention capacity of your dermal layer may have decreased.

Sono hydration treatment delivers hyaluronic acid deep into the dermal layer,

which can help improve hydration from within the skin, giving a feeling of plumpness.

2. If skin dryness does not improve despite consistent use of moisturizers

If your skin quickly dries out and flaky skin appears even after applying moisturizer,

This can occur when the skin barrier function is weakened or when the absorption pathways for active ingredients are not smooth.

Ultrasound temporarily relaxes the skin's protective barrier,

helping to create an environment where the active ingredients in the ampoule can be deeply delivered.

3. When skin has become sensitive due to laser, peeling treatments, etc.

This can be considered when the skin appears reddish and sensitive after treatment, or when skin regeneration feels slow.

Sono-hydration management delivers soothing and regenerating ampoules deep into the skin layers,

helping skin recovery and contributing to soothing heat and irritation.

4. Skin where makeup lifts and base adhesion is reduced

The phenomenon of makeup not adhering well to the skin and lifting

is mainly due to uneven skin texture or lack of moisture caused by inner dryness.

If you receive Sono-hydration management before an important event,

it can help improve makeup adhesion as the skin becomes hydrated.

5. When skin condition rapidly deteriorates due to seasonal changes

Like during transitional seasons, monsoon season, or winter,

skin that reacts sensitively to changes in the external environment

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

Regular Sono management can positively influence maintaining consistent skin condition despite seasonal changes.

6. Sensitive skin that easily reddens or feels tight due to daily irritation

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

it is likely that the skin's protective function has deteriorated.

The Sono soothing ampoule 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 is a method of delivering high-molecular-weight moisturizing ingredients deep into the skin.

Operating Principle

Ultrasound vibrations at 1-3MHz frequency are delivered to the skin tissue.

This temporarily relaxes the lipid structures between skin cells,

helping large molecular weight moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid reach the dermal layer of the skin.

Suitable Ingredients

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

It focuses on improving moisture retention and restoring the skin barrier.

Indications

Inner skin dryness, tightness, flakiness, impaired barrier function

Post-treatment skin soothing and hydration replenishment

Iontophoresis (Ionto) is a management specialized in penetrating low-molecular-weight ionic whitening ingredients.

Operating Principle

By flowing direct current (DC) through the skin,

it utilizes the repulsive force of charges to deliver cationic and anionic ingredients deep into the skin.

Suitable Ingredients

Ionized low-molecular-weight ingredients such as Vitamin C, arbutin, tranexamic acid, and glutathione are mainly used.

Whitening ingredients usually carry an electrical charge, which makes them highly responsive in an environment where electric current flows.

Indications

It can help improve hyperpigmentation problems like melasma or dull-looking skin tone overall.

When performed in conjunction with laser toning, it can provide even better synergy for whitening management.

LDM (Local Dynamic Micro-massage) is a treatment primarily used to regulate inflammation and aid in the recovery of damaged tissue.

Principle of Operation

This device works by delivering frequency changes to the skin hundreds to thousands of times per second.

It can help stabilize fibroblasts within the skin and reduce the activity of inflammation-inducing mediators such as MMPs and TNF-α.

It can have a positive effect on aiding skin regeneration and strengthening skin barrier function.

Suitable Ingredients

The primary goal of this treatment is not simply to introduce ingredients into the skin, but to induce a response from the skin tissue itself.

When performed with ampoules that help soothe or regenerate, even more effective management can be expected.

Indications

It can be utilized for acne, atopic skin, sensitive skin conditions, and discomfort caused by inner dryness.

It can help alleviate heat sensations or redness that appear after laser treatments.