Hello,

I am Chief Director Kim Ga-eul.

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These days, do you feel that your jawline is not as defined as before,

or that the wrinkles that appear after smiling linger longer than they used to?

When skin elasticity starts to decrease,

everyone wonders at least once, “Should I consider getting a lifting procedure?”

However, when you start searching, procedures like Shurink, Oligen, Ultherapy, and Thermage

have similar names but are so numerous that it can actually become more confusing.

So, it's easy to get worried and ask, “Which one should I choose?”

Among them, Shurink and Oligen

are the most commonly compared representative lifting procedures,

but it can often be difficult to distinguish the differences between the two treatments.

Today, I will summarize the mechanisms and characteristics of the two procedures,

and we will look at which choice is more suitable based on your skin condition.

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📌 Learn about Shurink

High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology is used to

concentrate heat energy deep within the skin for lifting.

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It specifically targets the fascial layer (SMAS) and gathers strong heat at one point.

It is similar to focusing sunlight through a magnifying glass to burn paper.

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👉At this time, approximately high heat above 65 degrees is generated,

causing tissues to contract and proteins to denature, resulting in the effect of pulling the skin upwards.

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Therefore, Shurink is a procedure where you can feel clear changes in areas

that have lost contour, such as double chin, deep cheeks, and sagging jawline.

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Because it directly acts on deeper layers rather than the skin surface,

the lifting effect is more pronounced than just improved elasticity, which is a significant advantage.

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You can feel a slight tightening even immediately after the procedure,

and after 2-3 months, you will experience the process of new collagen forming and firming up the skin.

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📌 Learn about Oligen

Oligen uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to gently heat the dermal layer of the skin and

promote collagen and elastin production.

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👉While Shurink is a lifting procedure that pulls on deep layers,

aiming for the

👉Oligen gently delivers heat from the surface to mid-layers, firming up the skin from the inside.

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In other words, rather than focusing on lifting,

it can be described as a tightening procedure that improves the skin's 'texture' and 'density.'

It is especially effective for fine wrinkles and rough, dry skin texture in thin areas such as around the eyes and mouth,

especially when elasticity is a concern.

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There is almost no pain, and the short downtime is also a significant advantage.

Thus, sensitive skin or thin skin layers can undergo the treatment without burden.

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However, compared to contour lifting, it is more suitable for improving skin texture and fine elasticity

rather than dramatically correcting sagging.

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🧭 Which is better between the two procedures?

Among those visiting a lifting dermatology clinic,

“Which one is ultimately better?” is a common question.

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In fact, it’s not so much that one is ‘better’ than the other,

but rather that they target different layers, hence the choice varies based on skin condition.

Shurink plays a role in contracting the deep fascial layer to lift the structure of the face,

while Oligen works on padding the dermal layer to refine and smooth the skin texture.

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To put it metaphorically, if Shurink is like the foundation work to establish a house's ‘framework’,

Oligen is closer to completing the ‘interior’ on top of that.

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Therefore,​

🧭 If your skin is thin and has many fine wrinkles → Oligen

🧭 If your jawline is blurry and sagging prominently → Shurink

If you have both concerns, it's also good to combine Oligen and Shurink for a synergistic effect.

The most important thing is to accurately diagnose the current state of your face.

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You need to identify which factor—skin sagging, fine wrinkles, or texture loss—is your biggest concern

to determine whether to focus on Shurink, Oligen, or a combined treatment.

I recommend getting an objective diagnosis of your current skin condition and planning your lifting accordingly.

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✨ Today's Key Summary

1️⃣ Shurink → Improvement of sagging contours

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2️⃣ Oligen → Improvement of skin texture and fine wrinkles

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3️⃣ Customized combination based on skin condition is key

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Today, we examined the differences between lifting procedures

Shurink and Oligen.

I hope this has helped you make a clearer choice.

Thank you for reading.

This was Kim Ga-eul.