Microneedling (Collagen Induction Therapy) in Gangnam, Seoul
Fine, controlled micro-channels trigger your skin's own collagen production, gradually softening shallow texture and rolling scars over a series of sessions.
Gentle, Progressive Collagen Renewal
Microneedling uses a device fitted with very fine needles to create controlled micro-channels in the skin's surface. This triggers your body's natural wound-healing response, prompting new collagen and elastin production without the heat or downtime of more aggressive resurfacing.
Because it works with your skin's own repair process, microneedling is best suited to shallow, rolling texture and early-stage scarring rather than deeper boxcar or icepick scars, which typically respond better to RF microneedling or fractional laser.
Results build gradually and cumulatively — most patients complete a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart to see their full improvement in pore appearance, texture, and overall skin tone.
- Stimulates natural collagen & elastin production
- Softens shallow rolling texture & early scarring
- Improves the look of enlarged pores over time
- Shorter downtime than laser or RF options
Candidates & Safety Information
Good Fit
- Shallow, rolling texture or early-stage acne scarring
- Enlarged pores & uneven skin tone
- Patients wanting a gentler entry point into resurfacing treatments
May Not Be Ideal For
- Deep boxcar or icepick scarring (RF microneedling or laser usually more effective)
- Active acne breakouts or active skin infections
- Patients on isotretinoin within the past 6 months
Common Side Effects
- Redness & mild swelling for 1–3 days
- Pinpoint bleeding immediately after treatment
- Skin sensitivity to sun — SPF is essential during recovery
Your Treatment & Recovery Timeline
Skin is thoroughly cleansed and a topical numbing cream is applied for roughly 20–30 minutes before treatment.
The device is passed evenly across the treatment area, with needle depth adjusted for thinner versus thicker-skinned zones.
A calming serum or mask is applied immediately after to support the skin's healing response.
Visible redness typically fades within 2–3 days; makeup can usually resume the following day.
Texture and tone continue improving over the following weeks as new collagen forms — most patients complete a full course for best results.
Microneedling Pricing
Full-face pricing shown below; course pricing is confirmed at consultation.
Single Session
Full-face microneedling
₩150,000 confirmed — per session- Full-face treatment
- Numbing & post-care included
- Ideal as a first session to assess your skin's response
4-Session Course
Spaced 3–4 weeks apart
Estimated confirm at consult- Full-face treatment, each session
- Recommended for visible texture & pore improvement
- Progress checked and adjusted at each visit
6-Session Course
For more pronounced scarring or texture
Estimated confirm at consult- Full-face treatment, each session
- Best for deeper rolling scarring or extensive texture concerns
- May be combined with RF microneedling for select areas
Single-session pricing is confirmed per our main Pricing & Packages page. Multi-session course pricing is not listed as a fixed package and is confirmed with your coordinator at consultation, based on your recommended treatment plan.
Microneedling — FAQ
How many sessions will I need?
Most patients see meaningful improvement after 4–6 sessions spaced 3–4 weeks apart. Your exact course length depends on your scar type and severity, best confirmed during a Clinical Skin & Scar Mapping consultation.
Is microneedling the same as RF microneedling?
No — standard microneedling uses fine needles alone, while RF microneedling adds radiofrequency energy to reach deeper into the skin, typically recommended for more defined boxcar or icepick scarring.
What does recovery feel like?
Most patients describe mild redness similar to a sunburn for 1–3 days, with slight pinpoint scabbing possible. Makeup can typically be worn again the day after treatment.
Can microneedling help with enlarged pores?
Yes — many patients see gradual pore refinement as collagen builds beneath the surface. For more targeted pore concerns, our Pore Refining & Sebum Control treatment can be paired alongside a microneedling course.
Do I need a consultation before starting?
We recommend a Clinical Skin & Scar Mapping consultation first to confirm microneedling is the right fit for your specific scar type before booking a course.
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Refine texture and pores with a gentle, progressive collagen-building treatment.