- Duration
- Advised after consultation, depending on area and coverage
- Recommended sessions
- Number of sessions and intervals decided after consultation
- Downtime
- Injection marks, swelling, or bruising possible (duration advised at your visit)
Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Reviewed by our medical director
Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted
Hilowave is one of the volume-support options for areas where filler feels like a burden, and depending on the cause of hollowing it may not be suitable. The degree of change and how long it lasts vary by individual.
01Overview
Hilowave Volume support for areas where filler feels like a burden
Hilowave is an injectable treatment used where volume support is needed in areas where filler injection feels like a burden.
- Duration
- Advised after consultation, depending on area and coverage
- Recommended sessions
- Number of sessions and intervals decided after consultation
- Downtime
- Injection marks, swelling, or bruising possible (duration advised at your visit)
- How long it lasts
- Advised after consultation, depending on area and volume (individual results vary)
How we approach it
The same device can be run very differently. This is how Grays approaches this treatment.
The under-eye area, nasolabial folds, and lateral cheeks are often areas where filler feels like a burden, yet they are also areas that need volume support. We use Hilowave in areas like these.
Our volume-support options are Hilowave and Juvelook Volume, and we choose the method according to the cause of hollowing and skin thickness.
Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Reviewed by our medical director
02What to expect
Changes over time
At Grays Dermatology, Hilowave is used as one volume-support option, alongside Juvelook Volume, for the under-eye, nasolabial fold, and lateral cheek areas.
Right after treatment
Injection marks, swelling, or bruising may appear at the injection site.
Early phase
The phase in which swelling subsides. Duration varies by area and individual.
Progress check
We check the degree of volume change and decide whether further treatment is needed. Results vary by individual.
Maintenance
How long results last and the timing of the next treatment are decided together based on progress.
Images are illustrative; actual course varies by individual.
05Before / After
Before & After
Clinical photos. Results vary with skin condition, age and treatment plan. Before-and-after photos are published with the patient's written consent, taken under identical conditions (lighting, angle) and never retouched. Results vary by individual.
06Aftercare
Recovery & care
- 01
Within 24 hours
Do not rub or press the injection sites. Avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and saunas on the day of treatment.
- 02
Swelling phase
Swelling and bruising subside gradually. If pain worsens or things are not as expected, contact us right away.
- 03
Progress check
The timing of further treatment or top-ups is decided together based on progress.
07FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Hilowave?
Hilowave is an injectable treatment used where volume support is needed in areas where filler injection feels like a burden. At Grays Dermatology, it is used as one volume-support option, alongside Juvelook Volume, for the under-eye, nasolabial fold, and lateral cheek areas. Which approach suits you is decided after identifying the cause of hollowing at consultation.
What is the product, and what are its ingredients?
The product's ingredients, manufacturer, and approval information are explained directly with the product information at your visit. How it works and the precautions differ depending on the ingredients, so we recommend hearing the explanation and checking any questions before deciding. If you have a history of hypersensitivity reactions, be sure to tell us at that time.
Which areas is it used on?
It is mainly used on areas such as under the eyes, the nasolabial folds, and the lateral cheeks, where volume is needed but filler injection feels like a burden. Even for the same area, whether it applies depends on skin thickness and the depth of hollowing. Treatment areas are decided together after consultation.
How is it different from filler?
Hyaluronic acid filler creates volume and shape with the injected material itself. Hilowave is considered as a way to support volume in areas where filler feels like a burden, and areas that need defined shape, such as the nose or chin, may be better suited to filler. Depending on the area of concern and goal, the two are sometimes planned together.
How do I choose between Hilowave and Juvelook Volume?
Both are used as volume-support options for areas where filler feels like a burden. Which to choose is decided after consultation based on the area, skin thickness, degree of hollowing, and how quickly you want change. They are sometimes planned together as needed.
How painful is it, and how long does it take?
Because it is injected, there is an injection sensation, and how much you feel varies by area and individual. Treatment time and anesthesia method depend on the area and coverage and are advised at your visit. If you are sensitive to pain, please let us know in advance at consultation.
Will I bruise or swell? What should I be careful about afterward?
Injection marks, swelling, or bruising may appear at the injection site, and how long they take to settle varies by area and individual. For 24 hours after treatment, do not rub or press the injection sites, and avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and saunas on the day of treatment. If pain worsens or you notice unexpected changes, please contact the clinic right away.
When will I notice results, and how long do they last?
When change appears and how long it lasts depend on the area, volume, and skin condition, and are advised at your visit. Results vary by individual, so it is difficult to state a specific duration. We check your progress and decide together whether further treatment is needed.
How many sessions do I need?
The number of sessions and intervals needed are decided after consultation based on the degree of hollowing and progress after 1 session. Rather than setting the number of sessions from the outset, we adjust the plan while checking the change. Combinations with other volume-support treatments are also advised based on progress.
Are there cases where I should not have Hilowave?
Be sure to tell us at your visit if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking anticoagulants, or have ever had a hypersensitivity reaction to injectable product ingredients. Treatment may be postponed if there is inflammation or infection at the injection site. If you have previously had filler or other treatments in the same area, please let us know as well.
How much does it cost, and how do I book?
The cost depends on the area, volume, and number of sessions, and is confirmed after consultation. Reference prices can be found on the price list on our website. To book at Grays Dermatology in Haeundae, Busan, use Naver Booking, our KakaoTalk channel, or call +82-51-710-1891; consultations are also available via LINE.
Fees
Pricing depends on area, volume, and number of sessions, and is confirmed after consultation. Reference prices are listed on our fee schedule.
See the fee schedule →References 3
- Korea MFDS medical device registry — searchable by approval number
- Korean Dermatological Association — specialist credential lookup
- Reviewed by: Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director
⚠ Cautions & contraindications
- —Active infection or inflammation at the injection site
- —Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- —If you take anticoagulants, be sure to tell us at your visit (increased risk of bruising)
- —History of hypersensitivity reactions to the product's ingredients
Summary & comparison
| Treatment | Target layer | Main change | Duration | How long it lasts | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilowave ← | — | Volume support for areas where filler feels like a burden | Advised after consultation, depending on area and coverage | Advised after consultation, depending on area and volume (individual results vary) | Injection marks, swelling, or bruising possible (duration advised at your visit) |
| Juvelook / Juvelook Volume | L2 Dermis | A regenerative booster that stimulates your own collagen | 20-30 minutes | Reported to last over a year after completing the course (individual results vary) | Slight swelling or bruising possible for 1-3 days |
| Botulinum Toxin (Botox) | — | The fundamentals: calming the muscles that cause wrinkles | 10-20 minutes | Typically 3-6 months (individual results vary) | Immediate return to daily life |
| HA Filler | L3 Fat layer | Contour design that fills only where volume is missing | 15-30 minutes | 6 months to over 1 year depending on area and product (individual results vary) | Slight swelling or bruising possible for 1-3 days |
| V-OLET | — | A fat-dissolving injection that cleans up the line under the chin | 10-20 minutes | Reduction in fat cells tends to be lasting (individual results vary) | Swelling and tenderness possible for 3-7 days |
Treatments used for the same concern, placed side by side. Which one fits is decided in consultation after the layer is identified.
Reviewed byDr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted
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