Will I see small bumps after the injections?

Small raised bumps from the product usually flatten within 2 to 3 hours, but can last 1 to 2 days depending on skin condition.

When can I have a facial massage?

Avoid rubbing the treated area, and skip intense or deep facial massage for one month.

Who is SKINVIVE approved for in the U.S.?

The FDA approved SKINVIVE as an intradermal injection to improve facial skin smoothness of the cheeks in adults over the age of 21.

How long does the treatment take, and what is the recovery period?

The treatment takes about 15 minutes, not including anesthesia time, and you can return to daily activities right after.

How is it different from hyaluronic acid filler?

Hyaluronic acid filler fills specific areas to add volume and smooth wrinkles. It is used for areas such as nasolabial folds or hollow cheeks to define facial contours. SKINVIVE, on the other hand, is used to improve fine lines and skin texture and to replenish moisture. Its hyaluronic acid spreads evenly through the dermis to hydrate the skin.

Skin Vive

Hyaluronic acid injected into the skin for fine lines on the cheeks

Skin Vive at a glance

Price: From ₩219,000 · 2 options See all prices
Maker: Allergan, an AbbVie company
U.S. FDA: PMA P110033/S059, approved May 2023
FDA use: Cheek skin smoothness in adults over 21
Treatment time: About 15 minutes, plus numbing time
Course: At least 3 sessions, 2 to 3 weeks apart
Makeup: Washing and makeup from the next day

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The clinic recommends at least 3 sessions 2 to 3 weeks apart. You can wash and wear makeup from the next day; avoid alcohol, smoking, saunas, hot baths and hard exercise for 3 to 7 days, and skip intense massage for one month.

Common side effects

Allergan lists redness, lumps or bumps, swelling, bruising, pain, tenderness, firmness, discoloration and itching as the most commonly reported side effects, and says most resolve within 7 days.

Skin Vive official campaign visual, Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong

Your visit at Beauty Z

ConsultationA doctor assesses your skin and agrees the plan with you.
CleansingYou wash off makeup and sunscreen at the clinic.
Numbing creamNumbing cream is applied to the treatment area.
TreatmentAfter you cleanse your face and topical numbing takes effect, the doctor injects SKINVIVE into the skin as hyaluronic acid microdroplets.
Aftercare adviceYou receive aftercare instructions before you leave.

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Common questions

Will I see small bumps after the injections?: Small raised bumps from the product usually flatten within 2 to 3 hours, but can last 1 to 2 days depending on skin condition.
When can I have a facial massage?: Avoid rubbing the treated area, and skip intense or deep facial massage for one month.
Who is SKINVIVE approved for in the U.S.?: The FDA approved SKINVIVE as an intradermal injection to improve facial skin smoothness of the cheeks in adults over the age of 21.

Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

Sources: SKINVIVE by JUVEDERM (Allergan, an AbbVie company) · U.S. FDA PMA P110033/S059 (SKINVIVE) · Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong treatment notes and price list. Results differ from person to person; your doctor will advise at consultation.

Skin ViveTreatment overview

SKINVIVE is FDA-approved as an intradermal hyaluronic acid injection to improve facial skin smoothness of the cheeks in adults over 21.
The treatment places hyaluronic acid into the dermis as microdroplets to hydrate dry, dehydrated skin and leave it smoother.
Skin ViveRecommended for
- point 01.
  Reduced skin elasticity and enlarged pores
- point 02.
  Dry, dull skin that lacks moisture
- point 03.
  Anyone who finds conventional injection treatments too painful
Skin ViveResults and frequency
- 01.
  Results and how long they last vary by individual. We recommend at least 3 sessions spaced 2 to 3 weeks apart.
Skin ViveQ&A
- Q.
  How long does the treatment take, and what is the recovery period?
- The treatment takes about 15 minutes, not including anesthesia time, and you can return to daily activities right after.
- Q.
  How is it different from hyaluronic acid filler?
- Hyaluronic acid filler fills specific areas to add volume and smooth wrinkles. It is used for areas such as nasolabial folds or hollow cheeks to define facial contours. SKINVIVE, on the other hand, is used to improve fine lines and skin texture and to replenish moisture. Its hyaluronic acid spreads evenly through the dermis to hydrate the skin.
Skin ViveAftercare
- -You can wash your face and wear makeup starting the day after treatment.
- -To prevent inflammation, avoid excessive alcohol, smoking, saunas or jjimjilbang (Korean bathhouses), hot baths, and strenuous exercise for 3 to 7 days after treatment.
- -Avoid rubbing or irritating the treated area. Skip intense or deep facial massage for one month.
- -Small raised bumps from the injected product usually subsides within 2 to 3 hours but may last 1 to 2 days depending on skin condition.
- -Like any injection, the treatment may cause bruising and swelling depending on skin condition. These are usually mild and resolve quickly.