Aqua Shine Injection
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Hydration must come from within.
Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Aqua Shine Injection
A “water injection” is a procedure in which hyaluronic acidis injected directly into the skin. This is not the official product name; rather, it is a term coined because the skin appears to be hydrated after the procedure.
Hyaluronic acid is a component naturally found in the dermis of our skin. It has binding sites throughout its chain that hold water, so when it settles in the dermis, it retains moisture at those sites.1)
While topical moisturizers work to slow the rate at which moisture evaporates from the outer layer of the skin, hydrating injections act like a well, directly replenishing moisturein the dermis beneath.
1) Papakonstantinou E, Roth M, Karakiulakis G. Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging. Dermato-Endocrinology, 2012.
(anesthesia required)
Why Aqua Shine
Three Reasons to Choose Hydration Injections
Topical moisturizers and moisturizers taken internally perform different functions in the skin
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These are components that are naturally present in the skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a component of the dermis’s extracellular matrix; it is not a foreign substance but something our skin naturally contains. It is known that its levels decrease with age, and hyaluronic acid injections work by filling in those depleted areas with the same substance. It is gradually broken down by enzymes in the body and disappears without leaving any residue.
* It has been reported that hyaluronic acid in the dermis gradually decreases after adulthood.
It can lift hundreds of times its own weight.
Hyaluronic acid molecules are densely packed with sites along their chains that bind water. It is known that 1 gramcan hold up to nearly 6 liters of water, so even a small amount can significantly alter the moisture levels in the dermis. This is why tightness is the first symptom to improve.
* The actual amount bound depends on the molecular weight and the surrounding tissue environment.
It’s not about filling it up, but about letting it soak in.
Even though it’s the same hyaluronic acid, its purpose differs from that of volume-enhancing fillers. Hyaluronic acid injections are administered in small amounts across a wide area in the superficial layers, and are used to evenly improve skin texture and hydration rather than to alter facial contours. This is why your facial contours remain unchanged immediately after the procedure.
* Papakonstantinou E, et al. Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging. Dermatoendocrinol, 2012.
Non-crosslinked & Crosslinked
It's the Same Hyaluronic Acid—So What's the Difference?
Depending on the degree of cross-linking of hyaluronic acid,
the duration it remains on the skin and its function vary.
NON-CROSSLINKED
Non-crosslinked hyaluronic acid
CROSSLINKED
Cross-linked hyaluronic acid
* Crosslinking: A processing method that creates bonds between hyaluronic acid chains to slow down the rate of degradation.
How It Works
How Hydration Injections Work
The injected hyaluronic acid is evenly distributed throughout the dermis
Hyaluronic acid, injected in small amounts into the superficial dermis, spreads throughout the extracellular matrix, creating a foundation that can retain moisture.
It attracts moisture from the surrounding area and holds it in
The hydrophilic structure of hyaluronic acid binds to surrounding moisture, helping to retain water within the dermis. As a result, the skin’s hydration level and viscoelasticity increase.
The moisture-rich base provides internal support for the skin at
It helps keep the skin more hydrated and smooth. Hyaluronic acid is a key component of the extracellular matrix that is essential for the skin’s moisture retention and elasticity.
Treatment Areas
Treatment Areas for Hydration Injections
Use primarily on areas where you first feel tightness or where the skin has become rough.
It can also be used on wrinkles on the back of the hands, neck, and other areas.
1 cc is sufficient to cover one side of a business card (9 cm x 5 cm).
Recommended For
We recommend this to people like this
For those who still feel tightness after washing their face and whose skin tends to get dry easily
For those with rough skin texture and
whose makeup tends to look patchy
For those whose fine lines appear more pronounced the drier their skin gets
For those who want to add a dewy glow to dull, dry skin with "
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The Episode Difference
Why It's Different
Every process has its own unique reason.
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We recommend
only for procedures that are absolutely necessary.
During the pre-treatment consultation, we assess whether your skin condition requires a hyaluronic acid injection, and proceed after determining the necessary dosage and treatment areas.
NECESSITY02
We reduced the needle stimulation from
using 33G micro-needles.
For hyaluronic acid injections, we use 33G micro-needles to ensure the solution is injected in fine, evenly spaced doses into the target area. In fact, 34G needles are too thin for the hyaluronic acid particles to pass through.
COMFORT03
The more treatment sessions you have, the more important it is to keep a record at
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Since the treatment is conducted over multiple sessions, we document the products used, their quantities, and changes in your skin in an online report after each session. The plan for the next session is also based on this record.
RECORDSCare Process
Here's how the hyaluronic acid injection procedure works.
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Skin Diagnosis
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Anesthesia Process
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Procedure
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Modeling Pack
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Going Home
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Providing Treatment Reports
Notice
Please follow these guidelines after your procedure.
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Immediately after the procedure, you may notice slight swelling and redness at the injection site. These symptoms usually subside within a day, so please do not rub or press the area to try to make them go away.
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Please avoid wearing makeup on the day of your procedure. Wait at least 4 hours after the procedure before washing your face, and when you do, wash gently with lukewarm water.
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Please avoid alcohol, strenuous exercise, and saunas for 24 hours after the procedure. Doing so may cause swelling and bruising to worsen.
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Swelling usually subsides within a day or two, and bruising usually fades within 1–2 weeks. Bruising around the eyes may last longer than in other areas.
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For one week after the procedure, please take special care to protect your skin from UV rays and keep it well-moisturized. It is best to avoid harsh exfoliation, peels, and steam treatments.
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Please be sure to inform us during your consultation if you have had a hypersensitivity reaction to hyaluronic acid products, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if there is inflammation or infection at the injection site.
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If you experience severe pain at the injection site, paleness, or changes in your vision, please contact the hospital immediately.