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Radiesse in Jamsil, Seoul: Firmness and Contour Support
The short answer
Radiesse at Shinebom Clinic in Jamsil, Seoul is an injectable generally based on calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres in a gel, used both to add immediate support and to encourage the skin's own collagen. The doctor chooses depth and dose for your face, and a repeat session can follow in a month if needed. It is a firming option, not a pure hydration booster.
Key facts
- Type: generally calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres in gel
- Effect: early support plus gradual collagen stimulation
- Used for: firmness and subtle contour, as planned by the doctor
- Makeup: after 2 to 3 hours
- Repeat: in a month if needed
What makes Radiesse different?
Radiesse sits between a filler and a collagen stimulator. The gel gives some early support, and the microspheres are generally understood to prompt new collagen over the following weeks. That is why it is often considered for skin that has lost tone as well as a little structure, for example along the jawline or on the cheeks.
Who might consider it?
- Skin that feels slack and thin
- Mild loss of definition along the jaw
- People who want firmness without a strongly filled look
For a pure comparison with the other collagen stimulator, read Sculptra vs Radiesse or see Sculptra.
How is a session done?
- Doctor consultation and plan.
- Numbing cream or icing.
- Injection at depths chosen for each area.
- Aftercare guidance and bruise cream.
Genuine product, the full stated dose and new tips are the standard at Shinebom Clinic. Overdone volume is declined.
What aftercare applies?
- A lumpy feeling is temporary.
- Gentle massage 2 to 3 times a day for 3 days, as instructed.
- Wash and wear makeup after 2 to 3 hours; patch off next day.
- Avoid alcohol, sauna and hard exercise for 1 week.
Bruise, swelling and itch settle in 1 to 2 weeks. See skin booster aftercare.
What should you share with the doctor?
Tell the team about allergies, pregnancy, breastfeeding, infections and blood thinners. Injectables near blood vessels carry rare but serious risks, and the doctor will explain them. For jawline concerns, also see sagging jawline, or return to all skin boosters.
Frequently asked questions
Is Radiesse a filler or a booster?
It has features of both. The clinic lists it among its skin booster options, and the doctor explains how it will be used for you.
Will I see lumps?
A lumpy feeling is temporary. Gentle massage as instructed helps it settle.
When can I drink alcohol again?
Avoid alcohol, sauna and hard exercise for 1 week.
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General information from Shinebom Clinic, not personal medical advice. Results and recovery vary between individuals, and all procedures carry possible risks and side effects. A doctor will confirm what suits you at consultation.
Bloom yourself, in your own way
Tell us your skin concerns and dates in English. Shinebom Clinic is a 3-minute walk from Jamsil Station, exits 8 and 9.