[Health Column] Shurink Lifting Procedure: Essential Information You Must Know About Its Effects and Side Effects

Director Choi Woo-hyuk

 

 

In recent years, one of the most frequently mentioned devices for skin lifting procedures is 'Shurink'. It is gaining popularity because it causes less pain and has a shorter recovery period, and it can improve skin elasticity through a relatively simple method. Especially among those who want to refine their facial contours or reduce wrinkles, Shurink has become an effective option. Today, we will carefully go over the principles, effects, and precautions of Shurink.

 

 

What is Shurink?

 

Shurink is a non-surgical lifting procedure that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) to deliver heat energy deep into the skin, inducing collagen regeneration. Originally, its main purpose was to improve skin elasticity, but in Korea, it is widely used for facial lifting, especially to improve sagging cheeks and double chin. It employs a zigzag pattern to burn inside the skin using ultrasound, with heat delivered to depths of 4.5mm and 3mm inside the skin, allowing for simultaneous effects of increased elasticity and reduced volume.

 

 

 

 

 

2. Effectiveness and frequency of the Shurink procedure

 

ShrinQ typically begins to show effects within 3 to 5 days after the procedure, and after 3 to 4 weeks, collagen regeneration intensifies, leading to more noticeable lifting and skin elasticity improvements.

 

The effects last for about 6 months, and it is recommended to undergo maintenance treatments regularly every 2 to 6 months.

 

In particular, those with a certain amount of fat on the face tend to be quite satisfied, making it suitable for individuals seeking improvement of nasolabial folds, dimples, or double chin.

 

 

 

 

3. Shrink pain and procedure time

 

The procedure takes about 10 minutes, which is very short, and while pain varies from person to person, it is generally considered milder than Ultherapy.

 

During the procedure, you may feel slight stinging or warmth, but if the pain becomes severe, the energy intensity can be adjusted accordingly. In the latest version, Shurink Universe, the procedure speed has increased by 2.5 times, and it is also reported that the pain has been further reduced.

 

 

 

4. Precautions for Side Effects of Shrink

 

Shurink is known to be a relatively safe procedure, but when using regeneration tips, energy imbalance can occur, leading to side effects such as burns and embossing. If performed by an unskilled practitioner, side effects like pitting, sagging, and nerve sensation reduction may also occur, so it is essential to have the procedure done by experienced medical staff. In particular, those with little facial fat should avoid it, as excessive fat loss can occur.

 

 

 

5. Features of the Shrink Universe

 

The second-generation Shurink Universe allows for more precise and faster procedures than previous treatments, and by introducing a pen-type booster handpiece, it enables precise procedures even on curved areas.

 

With a total of seven types of cartridges, customized treatments for various skin layers are possible, improving treatment accuracy and reducing side effects. Additionally, by using the 'Aurora Ampoule (GT38)', high-performance regenerative ingredients are applied instead of simple gels, allowing for a dewy, glowing skin effect.

 

Additionally, when used in conjunction with high-performance whitening and regeneration ampoules, a synergistic effect of increased moisture and radiance can also be expected.

 

 

 

 

 

6. Summary of Shurink Completion

 

Shrinke is a cost-effective lifting procedure with minimal pain and recovery burden, and its effects last appropriately.

 

However, since the effects appear gradually, it is advisable to approach it as part of consistent lifting management rather than expecting immediate changes. The results can vary significantly depending on the practitioner's skill, so thorough consultation and review are necessary when choosing a hospital.

 

 

 

 

Director Choi Woo-hyuk

Graduated from Korea University College of Life Sciences
Graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine
Kyung Hee University Hospital Resident
Full member of the Korean Society of Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine

 

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