Dr. Wi Young-jin and Dr. Kim Ga-eul, Directors of Hongdae Beautystone Clinic
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Shurink Universe: The Real Variable in Results

Shurink Universe: The Real Variable in Results

Shurink Universe: The Real Variable in Results

Why Shurink Universe results vary: principles, clinical expectations, and cartridge depth choice.

왜 40대 고객님은 슈링크 400샷을 맞고도 턱선 처짐이 그대로였을까?



Shurink Universe —

The Real Variable Behind the Results Seen in a 47-Minute Consultation



First, let me give you the conclusion.

Shurink Universe is not about "device power"

but about "depth planning."

I’ll explain why in this post.





슈링크 유니버스 1.5mm vs 4.5mm: 내 고민에 맞는 리프팅 설계법 완벽 가이드



So what exactly is different?

Shurink Universe

uses HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)

to target the dermis and SMAS layer

with thermal coagulation points, making it a lifting device.



Unlike the original Shurink,

Universe adds MP mode (multi-pulse),

so energy is delivered multiple times and dispersed within a single shot.



Simply put, it hurts less,

and it can cover larger areas

like the cheeks and forehead more densely.





"몇 샷 쏘나요?"보다 "어느 층을 타겟하나요?"라고 물어야 하는 이유



Why do some people see less effect?



Dr. Wi Young-jin’s

Key Insight



Does Shurink Universe really work?

The doctor explains everything from the treatment principle to expectations.





The key is this.

The effect of Shurink Universe depends

not on "how many shots were fired," but on

"at what depth and on which area it was delivered."



A client in their 40s who came last month

received treatment only with the 1.5mm cartridge

and did not see any improvement in sagging.



Jawline and mouth-area sagging are not problems of the shallow dermis;

they require targeting the 4.5mm SMAS layer.



Shurink Universe is usually

designed and used with 1.5mm (fine lines), 3.0mm (elasticity), and 4.5mm (sagging)

cartridges according to the purpose.





Dr. Wi Young-jin’s Key Summary



With Shurink Universe, it’s not about "how many shots"

but about "what depth."



During the consultation, first determine whether your concern is sagging, elasticity, or fine lines,

and then check the cartridge setup.





홍대 뷰티스톤의원이 알려주는 슈링크 유니버스: 볼 꺼짐 걱정 없는 맞춤형 리프팅



This is how I divide it in the clinic

Main concern

Recommended cartridge setup

When you feel the effect

Jawline sagging / heavy cheeks

Mainly 4.5mm + 3.0mm support

4-8 weeks

Loss of elasticity / skin texture

3.0mm + 1.5mm

2-4 weeks

Mainly pores / fine lines

Mainly 1.5mm

1-3 weeks

Overall aging prevention

Mainly 3.0mm + a small amount of 4.5mm

3-6 weeks

However, Shurink also has a fat-reducing effect,

so if someone with little cheek fat gets too much 4.5mm treatment,

the face can look sunken.



So for a thin face shape, it’s safer to limit the number of shots

or focus on 3.0mm.





The three questions I get most often in the clinic



Q1. Shurink Universe

Does it still work if I only get it once?

You can feel improvement in skin texture even after one session,

but one treatment is not enough for sagging improvement.



Usually, a basic course of 2 to 3 sessions

is recommended at intervals of 4 to 6 months.



Q2. How many shots are appropriate,

and how much should I expect to pay?

For the entire face, 600 to 1000 shots

is typical.



Very cheap promotions often exclude the 4.5mm

lifting cartridge, so be sure to check.



Q3. What side effects or precautions are there after the procedure?

The most common are redness and tingling.



The rare risk of muscle paralysis

depends on the practitioner’s understanding of anatomy.



For about 2 weeks after the procedure, avoid saunas and alcohol,

and make sure to keep your skin moisturized.





If you’re unsure which setup suits your face shape,

send me a photo on KakaoTalk.

This was Wi Young-jin.





Read next

왜 40대 고객님은 슈링크 400샷을 맞고도 턱선 처짐이 그대로였을까?



Shurink Universe —

The Real Variable Behind the Results Seen in a 47-Minute Consultation



First, let me give you the conclusion.

Shurink Universe is not about "device power"

but about "depth planning."

I’ll explain why in this post.





슈링크 유니버스 1.5mm vs 4.5mm: 내 고민에 맞는 리프팅 설계법 완벽 가이드



So what exactly is different?

Shurink Universe

uses HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)

to target the dermis and SMAS layer

with thermal coagulation points, making it a lifting device.



Unlike the original Shurink,

Universe adds MP mode (multi-pulse),

so energy is delivered multiple times and dispersed within a single shot.



Simply put, it hurts less,

and it can cover larger areas

like the cheeks and forehead more densely.





"몇 샷 쏘나요?"보다 "어느 층을 타겟하나요?"라고 물어야 하는 이유



Why do some people see less effect?



Dr. Wi Young-jin’s

Key Insight



Does Shurink Universe really work?

The doctor explains everything from the treatment principle to expectations.





The key is this.

The effect of Shurink Universe depends

not on "how many shots were fired," but on

"at what depth and on which area it was delivered."



A client in their 40s who came last month

received treatment only with the 1.5mm cartridge

and did not see any improvement in sagging.



Jawline and mouth-area sagging are not problems of the shallow dermis;

they require targeting the 4.5mm SMAS layer.



Shurink Universe is usually

designed and used with 1.5mm (fine lines), 3.0mm (elasticity), and 4.5mm (sagging)

cartridges according to the purpose.





Dr. Wi Young-jin’s Key Summary



With Shurink Universe, it’s not about "how many shots"

but about "what depth."



During the consultation, first determine whether your concern is sagging, elasticity, or fine lines,

and then check the cartridge setup.





홍대 뷰티스톤의원이 알려주는 슈링크 유니버스: 볼 꺼짐 걱정 없는 맞춤형 리프팅



This is how I divide it in the clinic

Main concern

Recommended cartridge setup

When you feel the effect

Jawline sagging / heavy cheeks

Mainly 4.5mm + 3.0mm support

4-8 weeks

Loss of elasticity / skin texture

3.0mm + 1.5mm

2-4 weeks

Mainly pores / fine lines

Mainly 1.5mm

1-3 weeks

Overall aging prevention

Mainly 3.0mm + a small amount of 4.5mm

3-6 weeks

However, Shurink also has a fat-reducing effect,

so if someone with little cheek fat gets too much 4.5mm treatment,

the face can look sunken.



So for a thin face shape, it’s safer to limit the number of shots

or focus on 3.0mm.





The three questions I get most often in the clinic



Q1. Shurink Universe

Does it still work if I only get it once?

You can feel improvement in skin texture even after one session,

but one treatment is not enough for sagging improvement.



Usually, a basic course of 2 to 3 sessions

is recommended at intervals of 4 to 6 months.



Q2. How many shots are appropriate,

and how much should I expect to pay?

For the entire face, 600 to 1000 shots

is typical.



Very cheap promotions often exclude the 4.5mm

lifting cartridge, so be sure to check.



Q3. What side effects or precautions are there after the procedure?

The most common are redness and tingling.



The rare risk of muscle paralysis

depends on the practitioner’s understanding of anatomy.



For about 2 weeks after the procedure, avoid saunas and alcohol,

and make sure to keep your skin moisturized.





If you’re unsure which setup suits your face shape,

send me a photo on KakaoTalk.

This was Wi Young-jin.





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