Sofwave Gangnam, Seoul
Sofwave is a non-surgical lifting treatment that delivers synchronous ultrasound parallel beam (SUPERB) energy into the mid-dermis, warming the layer where fine lines and early laxity form so collagen renews evenly — just steps from Gangnam Station in Seoul.
Sofwave
Sofwave
Sofwave · Gangnam Seoul
Sofwave is a non-surgical lifting treatment that delivers synchronous ultrasound parallel beam (SUPERB) energy into the mid-dermis, warming the layer where fine lines and early laxity form so collagen renews evenly — just steps from Gangnam Station in Seoul.
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How much is Sofwave in Gangnam, and what does it do?
₩990,000 ($707 USD) buys Sofwave 100 shots at RE:BERRY in Gangnam, Seoul — an FDA-cleared SUPERB synchronous ultrasound parallel beam treatment that heats the mid-dermis uniformly at 1.5mm with 7MHz energy to trigger collagen renewal, lifting, and fine-line smoothing in a single session with no downtime, performed by a licensed physician.
Effects & Progress
Effects & Progress
Seven synchronized parallel ultrasound beams warm the mid-dermis evenly in each pulse, so renewal reaches the whole treated layer, not just isolated deep points.
Mild warmth or light pinkness may appear in the treated zones and usually settles within hours. Makeup and daily life — including travel — are fine the same day.
Early firmness from collagen contraction settles in. The skin often feels denser and smoother to the touch before the visible lifting reaches its peak.
The main renewal phase — new collagen and elastin build through the warmed mid-dermis, and the brow, jawline, and fine lines look progressively firmer and smoother. Response speed varies by individual.
Maintenance period. Results from a single session generally last a year or longer; RE:BERRY will guide the repeat interval that suits your skin.
Before & After
Sofwave Results at RE:BERRY Gangnam
※ Photos are published with the patient’s consent and show the same person before and after treatment. Timing and conditions are as stated; images are unretouched. Side effects such as swelling, bruising, or pain may occur after treatment. Individual results may vary.
Treatment Process
Sofwave — 4 Steps from Consultation to Aftercare
※ Illustrative images are AI-generated to help explain the treatment process.Effects & Progress
Effects & Progress
Fine lines and first-stage laxity form in the mid-dermis, the layer where collagen density falls earliest. Sofwave delivers synchronous ultrasound parallel beam energy through seven transducers firing together, so each pulse warms uniform cylindrical volumes across that layer at once — the renewal stimulus reaches the whole treated zone evenly in a single session, not at scattered deep points.
The controlled heat works in two phases. First, existing collagen fibers contract, which many people notice as early firmness in the weeks after treatment. Then the skin's own repair process builds new collagen and elastin through the warmed mid-dermis, so the visible lifting and line-smoothing deepen progressively over 3–6 months. The change comes from your own tissue, with nothing injected or implanted, and results vary by individual.
The applicator's integrated cooling system holds the uppermost skin protected for the entire session while the parallel beams warm the layer below, and a topical numbing period beforehand softens the brief sensation of deep warmth in each pulse. Because the beams do not converge on the surface, the outer skin is spared instead of being traversed by focused energy. Your physician layers this with shot-by-shot pacing and zone adjustments based on your feedback throughout.
Sofwave is planned as a single session: no needles, no incision, and no recovery room. Because the surface stays intact, daily life, makeup, and even a flight home are fine the same day, with at most a few hours of mild warmth or pinkness. That makes it one of the simplest lifting treatments to fit into a short trip or a full schedule. Every device is genuine and officially imported, and the applicator is confirmed with you before the session begins.
Before & After
※ These photos show the same individuals before and after treatment, published with patient consent, taken under identical conditions and without retouching. Side effects such as swelling, bruising, or pain may occur after treatment, and results may vary from person to person.
Treatment Process
Sofwave — 4 Steps from Consultation to Aftercare
※ Illustrative images are AI-generated to help explain the treatment process.
What Sofwave in Gangnam Delivers — and How the Result Builds
- Single-session lifting with no downtime: one 100-shot Sofwave treatment heats the mid-dermis uniformly at 1.5mm, and you return to normal life — including flights — the same day
- Published price you can verify before booking: Sofwave 100 shots is ₩990,000 ($707 USD) at RE:BERRY Gangnam, VAT included, and the bill matches that figure with no add-on charges
- SUPERB parallel-beam precision: seven synchronized 7MHz transducers heat cylindrical mid-dermis volumes evenly in each pulse, instead of the discrete deep focal points of point-focus ultrasound devices
- FDA-cleared indications that match its depth: brow lifting, lifting of lax under-chin and neck tissue, and improvement of fine lines and wrinkles — the zones where mid-dermis collagen loss shows first
- Same physician from consultation through all 100 shots to your review — your Sofwave case in Gangnam is never passed to another practitioner mid-course
- Genuine, MFDS-registered device with integrated Sofcool skin protection, and your skin condition documented under standardized clinic lighting before and after
| Timeline | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Session complete in 30-45 minutes; mild warmth and pinkness fade within hours — makeup, flying, and dinner reservations are all fine the same day | |
| Early firmness from immediate collagen contraction settles in; the skin often feels denser to the touch before the visible change peaks | |
| New collagen and elastin build through the heated mid-dermis; brow position, jawline edge, and fine lines show progressive improvement from week 12 | |
| The result matures between months 3 and 6 and typically holds 12 months or longer; a single annual Sofwave session is the common maintenance rhythm |
Sofwave vs Ultherapy Prime vs Thermage FLX — Choosing a Lifting Path in Gangnam
| Criteria | Sofwave (RE:BERRY Gangnam) | Ultherapy Prime (HIFU) | Thermage FLX (Monopolar RF) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy type | SUPERB synchronous ultrasound parallel beam, 7MHz | HIFU / MMFU focused ultrasound | Monopolar radiofrequency (RF), 6.78 MHz |
| How it heats | Seven parallel beams create uniform cylindrical heat zones in the mid-dermis at 1.5mm | Discrete focal points at 1.5 / 3.0 / 4.5mm reaching the SMAS | Broad dermal volume heating at a 3mm working depth |
| Layer addressed | Mid-dermis — where fine lines and early laxity form | SMAS and deep dermis — the layer a surgical lift tightens | Broad dermis — overall skin looseness |
| Suited for | Fine lines, brow lifting, early jawline and neck laxity | Established sagging, jowls, jawline definition | Overall skin looseness, texture, eye-area laxity |
| Needles or incisions | None — transducer head on intact skin | None | None |
| Session time | 30-45 minutes for 100 shots | 30-60 minutes | 45-90 minutes |
| Downtime | None — same-day makeup and flights | 24-72 hours mild redness | None — same-day makeup and flights |
| Peak result | Week 12, matures to month 6, holds 12+ months | Week 12, holds 12-18 months | 2-6 months, holds 12-24 months |
| Published price | ₩990,000 ($707 USD) / 100 shots | Published on its treatment page | Published on its treatment page |
Why This Matters
These three devices are not interchangeable: Sofwave is a synchronous parallel-beam ultrasound that heats the mid-dermis uniformly at 1.5mm, Ultherapy Prime is point-focused ultrasound that lifts at the SMAS as deep as 4.5mm, and Thermage FLX is monopolar RF that heats a broad dermal volume at 3mm. Many RE:BERRY Gangnam patients stage mid-dermis Sofwave with a deeper treatment because the layers are complementary.
Seoul pricing is a large part of why Sofwave in Gangnam draws medical travelers. RE:BERRY publishes 100 shots at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) VAT included, while the same Sofwave session on a genuine device commonly runs 50-70% higher in the US and materially higher in Japan and Australia — an advantage Seoul retains into 2026 on the published rate alone.
Seoul concentrates the field: of Korea's 1,712 dermatology clinics, 654 — 38.2% — operate in the capital (HIRA 2024). What separates them is rarely the device and usually the continuity. At RE:BERRY the physician who maps your lines and laxity plans the shot distribution, delivers all 100 pulses, and reads your review personally — no handoff between stages.
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Dr. Yoon-Gon Ryu
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The Evidence Behind Sofwave SUPERB Parallel-Beam Ultrasound
Sofwave is built on SUPERB — Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam — technology: seven parallel 7MHz transducers sit in direct contact with the skin and fire together, so each pulse creates a row of uniform cylindrical thermal zones in the mid-dermis at 1.5mm, unlike the discrete conical focal points of point-focus ultrasound. Tissue in those zones reaches 60-70°C — the range that partially denatures existing collagen and triggers neocollagenesis — while the integrated Sofcool system holds the upper 0.5mm of skin protected. The pivotal fine-line trial of this platform reported blinded-reviewer improvement in facial lines and wrinkles at 12 weeks after a single session, with no serious adverse events.
Wang JV, Ferzli G, Jeon H, Geronemus RG, Kauvar A. Efficacy and safety of high-intensity, high-frequency, parallel ultrasound beams for fine lines and wrinkles. Dermatol Surg. 2021;47(12):1585-1589. doi:10.1097/DSS.0000000000003208
The 1.5mm working depth is deliberate. Fine lines and first-stage laxity originate in the mid-dermis, where collagen density falls with age — heating that specific layer uniformly renews it without touching deeper structures. A prospective clinical study of the high-intensity parallel-beam device at the 1.5mm depth documented measurable skin tightening with high tolerability, and a 2024 multicenter evaluation of the non-focused parallel-beam platform confirmed improvement in facial skin laxity across blinded photographic assessment. Because the energy is ultrasound — mechanical pressure waves converted to heat — delivery is independent of skin pigment, which matters for the mixed Fitzpatrick III-V profile of RE:BERRY Gangnam's international patients.
Hongcharu W, Boonchoo K, Gold MH. The efficacy and safety of the high-intensity parallel beam ultrasound device at the depth of 1.5 mm for skin tightening. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023;22(5):1488-1494. doi:10.1111/jocd.15672
Gold MH, Biron J. Efficacy and safety of high-intensity, high-frequency, non-focused ultrasound parallel beams for facial skin laxity. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024;23(1):117-123. doi:10.1111/jocd.16098
Evidence in Asian skin matters for a Seoul clinic: a Korean clinical and pathologic study of high-intensity parallel ultrasound facial tightening documented histologic increases in both collagen and elastic fibers concentrated in the mid-dermis after treatment, alongside clinical lifting outcomes — direct tissue-level confirmation of the mechanism in the patient population RE:BERRY treats daily. This layer-specific action is why the physician at RE:BERRY Gangnam screens laxity type first: mid-dermis lines and early laxity respond to the 100-shot Sofwave protocol, while established SMAS-level sagging is redirected to a deeper energy class.
Suh DH, Lee SJ, Song KY, Ahn HJ, Shin MK. High-intensity, parallel ultrasound tightening of facial skin: clinical and pathologic results. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025;24(2):e16670. doi:10.1111/jocd.16670
Questions International Guests Ask About Sofwave in Gangnam
How much does Sofwave cost in Gangnam, Seoul in 2026?
₩990,000 ($707 USD) covers Sofwave 100 shots for the full face at RE:BERRY Gangnam — the regular rate, VAT included, published before you book with no add-ons. Zone-focused plans for the brow, under-chin, or neck are quoted in writing after the physician maps your pattern at consultation, before anything is scheduled.
How does Sofwave pricing in Korea compare with the US and Japan?
Seoul runs 50-70% below typical US pricing for a genuine Sofwave session, and below Japan as well.
| Market | How it compares |
|---|---|
| Korea (RE:BERRY Gangnam) | ₩990,000 ($707 USD), published, VAT included |
| USA | Commonly 50-70% higher than Seoul |
| Japan | Typically 30-50% higher than Seoul |
| UK / Australia | Materially higher than Seoul |
What is Sofwave, and how does SUPERB parallel-beam ultrasound work?
Sofwave is an FDA-cleared device using SUPERB — Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam — technology: seven parallel 7MHz transducers fire together, heating uniform cylindrical zones of the mid-dermis at 1.5mm to 60-70°C while Sofcool cooling protects the surface. The heat renews collagen where fine lines and early laxity form, so one session at RE:BERRY Gangnam lifts without any wound.
Sofwave vs Ultherapy Prime — which should I choose in Gangnam?
Choose by layer: Sofwave renews the mid-dermis at 1.5mm for fine lines and early laxity, while Ultherapy Prime focuses ultrasound down to the SMAS at 4.5mm for established sagging.
| Feature | Sofwave | Ultherapy Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Beam type | Parallel, non-focused | Point-focused |
| Depth | 1.5mm mid-dermis | 1.5-4.5mm to SMAS |
| Suited for | Lines, early laxity | Sagging, jowls |
How is Sofwave different from Thermage FLX?
The energy class differs: Sofwave is 7MHz parallel-beam ultrasound heating the mid-dermis at 1.5mm, while Thermage FLX is monopolar radiofrequency heating a broad dermal volume at 3mm.
| Feature | Sofwave | Thermage FLX |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | Parallel-beam ultrasound | Monopolar RF |
| Depth | 1.5mm mid-dermis | 3mm broad dermis |
| Session | 30-45 minutes | 45-90 minutes |
How many Sofwave shots do I need — is 100 enough for the full face?
100 shots is the standard full-face Sofwave protocol at RE:BERRY Gangnam, distributed across the brow, cheeks, jawline, and under-chin in one 30-45 minute session. Each shot fires seven parallel beams, so coverage per pulse is wide. Zone-focused plans for the neck or brow are set by the physician after mapping your pattern at consultation.
Does Sofwave hurt, and what does the comfort protocol include?
Each of the 100 pulses brings a brief wave of deep warmth that most guests rate manageable: a topical numbing cream rests for 30-45 minutes before treatment, and the applicator's integrated Sofcool cooling protects the upper 0.5mm of skin throughout. At RE:BERRY Gangnam the physician also paces the pulses and adjusts to your feedback across the session.
Is there any downtime after Sofwave — can I fly home the same day?
No downtime — mild warmth and pinkness fade within hours after Sofwave, and there is no wound, so makeup, flights, and sightseeing are all fine the same day. That makes the 100-shot session at RE:BERRY Gangnam one of the simplest treatments to fit into a short Seoul itinerary, even a 2-day stopover.
When will I see Sofwave results, and how long do they last?
Results build in two phases: an early firmness from collagen contraction within the first weeks, then the main lifting and line-smoothing from week 12 as new collagen and elastin form in the heated mid-dermis, maturing through month 6. A single 100-shot Sofwave session typically holds 12 months or longer before an annual maintenance session at RE:BERRY Gangnam is considered.
Am I a good candidate for Sofwave, or should I consider a different treatment?
Good candidates have fine lines, brow heaviness, or early laxity along the jawline and neck, and want one comfortable session with zero downtime. Sofwave is not scheduled during pregnancy or over areas with active infection or implanted electronic devices. Established SMAS-level sagging responds better to deeper focused-ultrasound lifting, which the physician at RE:BERRY Gangnam screens for first.
What aftercare does Sofwave need once I return home?
Aftercare is light: for 7 days avoid saunas, very hot showers, and intense heat exposure, keep the skin moisturized, and use daily sun protection while collagen renews over the following 3-6 months. RE:BERRY Gangnam includes 90 days of WhatsApp follow-up in English, reviewing your progress photos as the lifting from your session develops.
How do I book Sofwave in Gangnam as a foreign visitor?
Message RE:BERRY on WhatsApp with your travel dates and photos — a coordinator replies in English as soon as possible, confirms the ₩990,000 ($707 USD) 100-shot rate in writing, and reserves a physician slot. The clinic is reservation-only for international guests, staff interpreters cover 5 languages, and consultation plus treatment fit into a single visit.
Why choose RE:BERRY for Sofwave over other Gangnam clinics?
RE:BERRY publishes Sofwave 100 shots at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) VAT included, treats on a genuine MFDS-registered SUPERB device, and keeps one physician on your case from mapping through all 100 shots to review. Interpreters cover 5 languages on-site, the clinic sits 2 minutes from Gangnam Station, and Seoul pricing runs 50-70% less than comparable US sessions.
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Every device at RE:BERRY is MFDS-certified and manufacturer-verified. We never use counterfeit or grey-market equipment.
Book Your Sofwave Consultation in Gangnam
Send your skin concerns and travel dates to RE:BERRY on WhatsApp — a coordinator replies as soon as possible with physician slots and the published ₩990,000 ($707 USD) 100-shot rate in writing. The physician who maps your lines and laxity delivers every pulse and reads your review, and nothing is scheduled until you confirm.
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Science Sofwave SUPERB parallel-beam ultrasound lifting — peer-reviewed references
Synchronous ultrasound parallel beam (SUPERB) lifting is supported by a growing peer-reviewed record specific to the platform. The pivotal trial documented blinded-reviewer improvement in facial fine lines and wrinkles at 12 weeks after a single session of high-intensity, high-frequency parallel ultrasound, with no serious adverse events (Wang 2021). A prospective study of the device at its 1.5mm working depth measured skin tightening with high tolerability (Hongcharu 2023), and a 2024 multicenter evaluation confirmed improvement in facial skin laxity under blinded photographic assessment of the non-focused parallel-beam platform (Gold 2024). A Korean clinical and pathologic study then closed the loop at tissue level, documenting histologic increases in collagen and elastic fibers concentrated in the mid-dermis alongside clinical lifting outcomes in Asian skin (Suh 2025) — the mechanism operating in the exact layer where fine lines and first laxity form.
- Wang JV, Ferzli G, Jeon H, Geronemus RG, Kauvar A. Efficacy and safety of high-intensity, high-frequency, parallel ultrasound beams for fine lines and wrinkles. Dermatol Surg. 2021;47(12):1585-1589. doi:10.1097/DSS.0000000000003208
- Hongcharu W, Boonchoo K, Gold MH. The efficacy and safety of the high-intensity parallel beam ultrasound device at the depth of 1.5 mm for skin tightening. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023;22(5):1488-1494. doi:10.1111/jocd.15672
- Gold MH, Biron J. Efficacy and safety of high-intensity, high-frequency, non-focused ultrasound parallel beams for facial skin laxity. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024;23(1):117-123. doi:10.1111/jocd.16098
- Suh DH, Lee SJ, Song KY, Ahn HJ, Shin MK. High-intensity, parallel ultrasound tightening of facial skin: clinical and pathologic results. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025;24(2):e16670. doi:10.1111/jocd.16670
These references shape the Sofwave protocol at RE:BERRY's Gangnam aesthetic clinic: line-and-laxity mapping by the treating physician before any energy is delivered; 100 shots distributed across the mapped zones with the seven-beam 7MHz applicator and Sofcool surface protection; and standardized-lighting photographic follow-up through the 3-6 month collagen renewal window under the same licensed physician. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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RE:BERRY Gangnam Aesthetic Clinic
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