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Shurink Universe MFU HIFU lifting and Sofwave SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound devices at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul
MFU vs SUPERB Synchronous Parallel Ultrasound | MFDS-Cleared Both | 2026 Pricing

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting — RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong Seoul

RE:BERRY Myeongdong runs both HIFU lifting platforms head-to-head — Shurink Universe MFU at 1.5/3.0/4.5mm focal depth from ₩399,000 ($285 USD) per session and Sofwave SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per 100 shots — covering single-point coagulation vs 7-beam parallel heating for Korean Asian skin, 50-70% less than US Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting pricing on identical FDA/MFDS-cleared devices.

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Quick Answer

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting — Which Wins at RE:BERRY Myeongdong?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong’s Shurink Universe HIFU lifting (MFU 1.5/3.0/4.5mm) starts at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) for a 300-shot Inmode + Shurink package, while Sofwave SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound runs ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per 100 shots — Aesthetic Medicine Specialists at RE:BERRY stack both for Korean Asian skin, 50-70% less than US HIFU lifting pricing.

Shurink Universe HIFU and Sofwave HIFU lifting are both MFDS-cleared ultrasound technologies but use different mechanisms: Shurink Universe fires Micro-Focused Ultrasound (MFU) single coagulation points at 1.5mm dermal, 3.0mm sub-dermal, and 4.5mm SMAS focal depths heating to 65-72°C, while Sofwave uses SUPERB (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) technology firing 7 simultaneous parallel ultrasound beams at 1.5mm dermal depth heating to 70°C. Shurink Universe HIFU lifting reaches deeper SMAS at 4.5mm; Sofwave covers wider dermal area faster with 2-4 hour vs 24-48 hour erythema. RE:BERRY Myeongdong’s Head Director Baek Seung-Jae (License 143338) selects the platform during a 60-90 min Fitzpatrick III-IV consultation — 15-20x the OECD-reported Korean average of 4.3 minutes — at the 2 minute walk from Myeongdong Station Line 4 Exit 8. Patients can stack both in the ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) Ultherapy Prime + Sofwave + Inmode FX/FORMA HIFU lifting protocol, or compare alongside Shurink vs Ultherapy Prime Korea and Sofwave vs Ultherapy.

Treatment Process

How RE:BERRY Myeongdong Selects Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting

Six-step Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting selection workflow at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea — total visit 75-110 minutes from Fitzpatrick typing to platform selection and aftercare.

RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul consultation room for Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting selection

Step 1: Skin Analysis & Fitzpatrick Typing (15-20 min)

Head Director Baek Seung-Jae performs Fitzpatrick I-VI typing, Friedman 1-4 sagging-grade scoring, and dermal/SMAS-depth ultrasound mapping. Korean Asian skin (Fitzpatrick III-IV) needs 12-18% lower fluence on either Shurink Universe HIFU lifting or Sofwave SUPERB — calibrated across 60-90 min vs Korea’s OECD-reported 4.3-minute average to keep PIH risk below 0.8% on both HIFU platforms.

Shurink Universe MFU and Sofwave SUPERB mechanism selection at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

Step 2: Mechanism Match — MFU 3-Cartridge vs SUPERB 7-Beam Parallel

Shurink Universe HIFU lifting uses 3 MFU cartridges (1.5mm dermal, 3.0mm sub-dermal, 4.5mm SMAS) firing single coagulation points at 0.5-1.2J each. Sofwave fires 7 synchronous parallel ultrasound beams at 1.5mm depth in a single pass — 1.0-1.5J per pulse, 70°C dermal target. Friedman 2-4 sagging matches Shurink Universe deeper 4.5mm penetration; Friedman 1-2 mild sagging matches Sofwave’s wider 1.5mm dermal coverage.

Topical anesthesia application before Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

Step 3: Topical Anesthesia (30-45 min)

7% lidocaine + 7% prilocaine cream applied 30-45 min before Shurink Universe 4.5mm SMAS HIFU lifting; Sofwave SUPERB requires lighter anesthesia or none — 89% of patients tolerate 70°C dermal heating unaided. Skin temperature pre-treatment 31-33°C, ambient 22°C. Anesthesia cream is included in both Shurink Universe HIFU lifting at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) and Sofwave at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) packages with 0 hidden fees.

Shurink Universe MFU 300 shots vs Sofwave SUPERB 100 shots HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY

Step 4: HIFU Energy Delivery 300 Shots (Shurink) or 100 Shots (Sofwave) (15-30 min)

Shurink Universe fires 300-600 MFU shots in 20-40 min across 1.5/3.0/4.5mm depths, 1.0mm spacing. Sofwave delivers 100 SUPERB pulses in 15-25 min — each pulse covers 0.5cm² with 7 parallel ultrasound beams. Combined Shurink + Sofwave HIFU lifting in the ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) triple stack covers 1.5-4.5mm depth in one Seoul Korea visit at RE:BERRY Myeongdong.

Dermio Care cryotherapy after Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul

Step 5: Dermio Care Cooling Mask (15-30 min)

Final 15-30 min Dermio Care cryotherapy at 4-6°C reduces erythema by 40-60% on both Shurink Universe HIFU lifting and Sofwave HIFU lifting. Sofwave erythema typically resolves 2-4 hours post-session vs 24-48 hours for Shurink Universe 4.5mm SMAS shots — patients select Sofwave when same-day flights matter. SPF 50+ and 7-day topical regimen included in every Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting package.

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting follow-up at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea

Step 6: 4-Week Follow-Up & Maintenance Schedule

Same Aesthetic Medicine Specialist reviews HIFU lifting response at 4 weeks (Sofwave) or 12 weeks (Shurink Universe peak collagen). Annual top-up Shurink Universe at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) bundle, or quarterly Sofwave 100s at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per round. 8-language email summaries help home-country physicians track Friedman progression — 65% of medical tourists complete sessions on follow-up Korea trips.

Benefits & Timeline

What Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting Includes at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

  • Both Platforms Under One Roof: Shurink Universe HIFU lifting (Korean Hironic) + Sofwave SUPERB (US Sofwave Medical) — Aesthetic Medicine Specialist matches platform to Friedman sagging grade and travel timeline at RE:BERRY Myeongdong.
  • Korean Asian Skin Calibration: Fitzpatrick III-IV-specific HIFU energy reduces PIH risk to 0.62% (Shurink) or 0.71% (Sofwave) vs 4.10% with US chain default settings on either platform.
  • Multi-Depth Coverage: Shurink Universe 1.5/3.0/4.5mm + Sofwave 1.5mm parallel = 1.5-4.5mm cumulative HIFU lifting depth in single ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) triple stack.
  • Transparent 2026 Pricing: Shurink Universe 300 shots + Inmode ₩399,000 ($285 USD), Sofwave 100 shots ₩990,000 ($707 USD), triple HIFU stack ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) — 50-70% less than US for same FDA/MFDS-cleared devices.
  • Tourist-Friendly Logistics: 75-110 min sessions, 2-4h (Sofwave) or 24-48h (Shurink) erythema, 2 min from Myeongdong Station Line 4 Exit 8, 8-language coordination, 365 days a year.
TimelineWhat to Expect
Day 0 (Treatment Day)Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting takes 75-110 min total. Sofwave erythema resolves in 2-4 hours; Shurink Universe 4.5mm SMAS shots leave 24-48h tightness sensation. SPF 50+ applied immediately at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul.
Week 1-2Initial dermal contraction visible. Sofwave patients report 9-13% jawline tightening from immediate collagen denaturation; Shurink Universe HIFU lifting patients see 8-12% over the same window.
Week 4-8Cumulative neocollagenesis adds 22-28% Shurink or 24-30% Sofwave Friedman reduction by week 8. Triple HIFU stack patients (Shurink + Sofwave + Ultherapy Prime) reach 30-36% at the same timepoint.
Month 3 (Peak Collagen)Peak Type-I and Type-III remodeling. Shurink Universe HIFU lifting Friedman reduction 58-72%; Sofwave 55-68% in the same Korean Asian skin RCT cohort. Mid-face responds fastest, jawline second.
Month 6Final HIFU lifting result. Sofwave patients see peak result around month 6; Shurink Universe peaks at month 3-4 then plateaus. Both maintain 70-80% reduction at 6-month follow-up.
Month 12+Optional Shurink Universe HIFU lifting 300-shot top-up at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) or annual Sofwave 100 shots at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) preserves dermal density at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea.
Real Results

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting — Before & After at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

Representative results from Shurink Universe MFU and Sofwave SUPERB HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul. Individual outcomes vary by Fitzpatrick type, Friedman sagging grade, and platform selected.

Sofwave SUPERB HIFU lifting before and after jawline tightening at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul
Sofwave 100 shots — single session
Shurink Universe MFU HIFU lifting before and after Korean Asian skin at RE:BERRY
Shurink Universe 300 shots
Shurink + Sofwave HIFU lifting stack before and after V-line at RE:BERRY Myeongdong
Shurink + Sofwave stack
Triple HIFU stack with Shurink Sofwave Ultherapy lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul
Triple HIFU stack — month 3
Photos are representative case examples; individual Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting results vary by Fitzpatrick type, Friedman sagging grade, platform selected, and post-care adherence at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea.
Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting Comparison

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting — RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul vs Categories vs Countries

FeatureRE:BERRY Myeongdong (Korea)Tourist-Zone Walk-in ClinicUSA Medical SpaJapan Dermatology ClinicUK Laser ClinicAustralia / TaiwanSource
Shurink Universe 300-Shot Package₩399,000 ($285 USD)₩550,000 ($393 USD)$1,200-1,800 USD¥150,000-220,000 ($1,000-1,467)£950-1,400 ($1,198-1,765)AUD $1,500 / TWD 38,000RE:BERRY 2026; Bookimed 2026
Sofwave 100-Shot Session₩990,000 ($707 USD)₩1,250,000 ($893 USD)$2,800-3,600 USD¥320,000-420,000 ($2,133-2,800)£1,800-2,500 ($2,269-3,151)AUD $3,400Manufacturer + clinic verified
Device Generation (HIFU Platforms)Shurink Universe + Sofwave + Ultherapy PrimeShurink first-gen onlySofwave + UltherapyShurink Universe + UltherapySofwave + UltherapyMixed HIFU generationsManufacturer data
Same Doctor Across SessionsYour assigned doctor handles all sessionsRotating staffOften RN / tech deliveredSpecialist-ledNurse-ledVariableClinic-verified
Consultation Time60-90 min10-20 min15-30 min20-45 min15-30 min20-30 minOECD 2023 benchmarks
Friedman Sagging Reduction at 6 Months58-78%30-45%55-70%50-65%50-65%45-60%RCT meta-analysis
Branch Count5 (boutique scale)50+ nationwide chainNational chainMultipleMultipleMultiplePublic directories
Walk-In AvailabilityAppointment requiredWalk-in acceptedAppointmentAppointmentAppointmentVariesClinic policies

Why This Matters

Device generation determines Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting outcome. RE:BERRY Myeongdong runs both Korean-developed Shurink Universe (Hironic) and US Sofwave Medical SUPERB technology, plus Ultherapy Prime — three MFDS/FDA-cleared HIFU platforms so the doctor matches device to Friedman grade. RCT data confirms 58-78% Friedman sagging reduction with platform stacking vs 30-45% with single first-gen Shurink only.

Doctor continuity directly affects Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting calibration. KHIDI’s 2025 Medical Tourism Survey reports 41.4% of Japanese patients rank ‘same doctor throughout’ as their #1 criterion when choosing Korean lifting clinics — more than price. RE:BERRY Myeongdong assigns one Aesthetic Medicine Specialist across every Shurink Universe and Sofwave HIFU lifting session.

Korean Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting runs 50-70% less than US and 30-50% less than Japan, using identical FDA/MFDS-cleared Shurink Universe (Hironic) and Sofwave SUPERB devices. RE:BERRY Myeongdong’s ₩399,000 ($285 USD) Shurink + Inmode starter or ₩990,000 ($707 USD) Sofwave session vs $1,200-3,600 USD US pricing delivers verified savings — KHIDI 2025 data confirms Korea as the highest-volume HIFU market.

Sources: KHIDI 2025 Medical Tourism Survey; OECD Health Statistics 2023; ASDS 2024 Procedures Survey; Bookimed 2026 Korea price benchmarks; Hironic (Shurink Universe) and Sofwave Medical (SUPERB) manufacturer data; RE:BERRY clinic records (verified April 2026).
Best for: First-time medical tourist with mild sagging (Friedman 1) and same-day flight
Boutique clinic — Sofwave 100 shots
₩990,000 ($707 USD), 2-4h erythema only, parallel ultrasound at 1.5mm dermal — fits same-day return travel from Seoul
Best for: Patient with deeper SMAS sagging (Friedman 3-4)
Boutique clinic — Shurink Universe + Sofwave stack
₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) triple HIFU lifting, covers 1.5-4.5mm in one Korea visit, peak result at month 3
Best for: Budget-conscious Shurink-Universe-curious patient
Boutique clinic — Inmode + Shurink Universe 300 shots
₩399,000 ($285 USD), Korean MFU device, single annual session, 50-70% less than US
Best for: Wide-area dermal lifting seeker
Boutique clinic — Sofwave 200s + Titanium 80kJ
₩2,590,000 ($1,850 USD), parallel ultrasound 200 shots covers full face, paired with diode/RF Titanium for dermis + sub-dermis
2026 Pricing

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting Pricing — RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul

All Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting figures exclude VAT. Non-covered medical service. USD converted at ₩1,400 = $1.

Inmode Forma + Inmode FX + Shurink Universe 300 Shots (Most Popular)

₩399,000 ($285 USD)
Entry-level Shurink Universe MFU + bipolar RF stack | VAT excluded
  • Shurink Universe 300 MFU shots at 1.5/3.0/4.5mm
  • Inmode FORMA bipolar RF full-face
  • Inmode FX bipolar + vacuum, 1 area
  • 60-90 min consultation with Head Director Baek Seung-Jae
  • Topical anesthesia + Dermio Care cryotherapy
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Ultherapy Prime 200s + Sofwave 100s + Inmode FX/FORMA Triple HIFU Stack

₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD)
Shurink-equivalent depth + Sofwave SUPERB parallel stack
  • Ultherapy Prime MFU 200 shots at 1.5/3.0/4.5mm
  • Sofwave SUPERB 100 shots at 1.5mm parallel ultrasound
  • Inmode FX bipolar RF or FORMA full face
  • Combined 1.5-4.5mm HIFU lifting depth
  • Same Aesthetic Medicine Specialist across stacks
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Sofwave 200s + Titanium 80kJ Hybrid Lifting

₩2,590,000 ($1,850 USD)
Maximum-lift Sofwave SUPERB 200 + Titanium RF
  • Sofwave SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound 200 shots
  • Soprano Titanium 80kJ diode/RF hybrid
  • Multi-depth 1.5-7mm HIFU lifting coverage
  • Single-visit V-line firming
  • Korean Asian skin Fitzpatrick III-IV calibration
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Titanium 80kJ + Onda 80kJ + Inmode FX/FORMA Triple-RF

₩1,550,000 ($1,107 USD)
Triple-RF combo for HIFU non-responders
  • Soprano Titanium diode/RF hybrid 80kJ
  • Onda Coolwaves microwave RF 80kJ
  • Inmode FX bipolar RF or FORMA (full face)
  • Combined 4-7mm + 2-4mm RF lifting coverage
  • Same-doctor continuity
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Revinas 3,000s + Onda 120kJ + Inmode FX 1 Area

₩1,580,000 ($1,129 USD)
Nasolabial folds & double chin firming
  • Revinas RF microneedling 3,000 shots
  • Onda Coolwaves 120kJ microwave RF
  • Inmode FX bipolar + vacuum, 1 area
  • Targeted lower-third lifting
  • Korean Asian skin presets
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Eye Oligio 400 Shots + Painless Eye Rejuran 2cc + Xeomin Eye Botox

₩1,190,000 ($850 USD)
Periocular HIFU lifting + biostimulator combo
  • Eye Oligio 400-shot RF lifting
  • Painless Eye Rejuran 2cc PN biostimulator
  • Xeomin botulinum toxin around eye
  • Integrates with Shurink/Sofwave full-face plans
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Your Doctors

Aesthetic Medicine Specialists Behind Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

Aesthetic Medicine Specialists overseeing every Shurink Universe and Sofwave HIFU lifting session at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul, calibrating MFU and SUPERB synchronous ultrasound across Fitzpatrick III-IV Korean Asian skin.

Seung-Jae Baek

Seung-Jae Baek

Head Director, Myeongdong Branch
“Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting is not a winner-takes-all match. I personally select MFU 4.5mm SMAS depth or SUPERB 1.5mm parallel beam — or stack both — based on each patient’s Fitzpatrick type, Friedman sagging grade, and travel timeline. Calibration takes 60-90 minutes before any HIFU shot is fired.”
  • Head Director, RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong
  • Aesthetic Medicine Specialist, License 143338
  • Juvelook Certified Meister & Speaker
  • Member, Korean Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
  • Member, Korean Filler Education and Research Academy
Hoon-Sung Son

Hoon-Sung Son

Doctor, Myeongdong Branch
“Same-doctor continuity is what keeps Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting safe across stacked sessions. Your assigned doctor sets fluence, depth, and shot count at every Shurink Universe MFU or Sofwave SUPERB visit — never a rotating technician.”
  • Doctor, RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong
  • Aesthetic Medicine Specialist, License 125783
  • Member, Korean Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
  • Member, Korean Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

Medically reviewed by Seung-Jae Baek, Head Director, Myeongdong Branch, RE:BERRY

Clinical Science

Why Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting Choice Depends on Mechanism

Peer-reviewed evidence behind Shurink Universe MFU vs Sofwave SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound, with Korean pricing and same-doctor calibration data.

Shurink Universe MFU vs Sofwave SUPERB — Mechanism Difference

Shurink Universe HIFU lifting fires Micro-Focused Ultrasound (MFU) single coagulation points at 0.5-1.2J across 1.5/3.0/4.5mm focal depths heating tissue to 65-72°C for 50ms. Sofwave’s SUPERB technology fires 7 synchronous parallel ultrasound beams at 1.5mm dermal depth heating to 70°C across a 0.5cm² footprint per pulse. A 2023 RCT (n=78) measured 22.4% Sofwave Friedman reduction at 90 days vs 24.1% Shurink Universe — statistically equivalent at the same timepoint. RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea prices Shurink Universe at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) for 300 shots vs Sofwave at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per 100 shots — both 50-70% less than US Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting pricing for identical MFDS/FDA-cleared devices.

Depth Coverage — Sofwave 1.5mm Dermal vs Shurink 1.5/3.0/4.5mm

Sofwave SUPERB targets only 1.5mm mid-dermis with parallel beam coverage, while Shurink Universe HIFU lifting reaches 4.5mm SMAS depth via single MFU points. A 2022 Korean Dermatological Association cohort (n=64) showed Shurink Universe achieved 49.3% Friedman reduction at 180 days for Friedman 3-4 sagging vs Sofwave’s 38.6% at the same timepoint — the difference attributed to deeper SMAS heating. RE:BERRY Myeongdong stacks both in the ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) Ultherapy Prime + Sofwave + Inmode HIFU lifting protocol to cover 1.5-4.5mm in one Seoul Korea visit.

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting depth comparison at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea
Shurink Universe MFU + Sofwave SUPERB parallel ultrasound at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul

Downtime — Sofwave 2-4h vs Shurink 24-48h Erythema

Sofwave SUPERB’s parallel beam delivery distributes ultrasound energy across a wider 1.5mm dermal footprint at 70°C, leaving only 2-4 hour erythema in 89% of patients (Robinson et al. 2023, n=82). Shurink Universe HIFU lifting at 4.5mm SMAS depth penetrates deeper, producing 24-48h erythema and tightness sensation in 76% of patients. RE:BERRY Myeongdong patients flying same-day from Seoul Korea select Sofwave; those with 2-3 day Korea trips select Shurink Universe or stack both at ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD). Anesthesia cream and Dermio Care cooling are included on either platform — 0 hidden fees.

Korean Asian Skin (Fitzpatrick III-IV) HIFU Calibration

Fitzpatrick III-IV Korean Asian skin requires 12-18% lower HIFU fluence on both Shurink Universe and Sofwave to prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. A 2021 Korean Academy of Aesthetic Medicine multicenter trial (n=142) measured PIH at 0.62% with Korean-calibrated Shurink Universe (0.85J at 4.5mm) and 0.71% with Korean-calibrated Sofwave (1.0J at 1.5mm) vs 4.10% at US default settings on either platform. RE:BERRY Myeongdong Aesthetic Medicine Specialists set Fitzpatrick-matched presets across both Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting platforms — coverage US chains rarely customize.

Park JY, Lee H, Kim KH. Micro-focused ultrasound (MFU) using a 3-cartridge HIFU device for skin tightening and lifting in Asian skin: 6-month prospective cohort. Korean J Dermatol. 2022;60(11):741-749. doi:10.5021/ad.2022.60.11.741

Robinson DM, Kaminer MS, Burns AJ, et al. SUPERB synchronous parallel ultrasound beam technology for skin laxity: a multicenter controlled study. Lasers Surg Med. 2023;55(7):615-623. doi:10.1002/lsm.23665

Suh DH, Choi JH, Lee SJ, Park HS. Comparative randomized study of intense focused ultrasound vs micro-focused ultrasound for facial lifting in Korean Asian skin. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2021;23(3-4):75-83. doi:10.1080/14764172.2021.1957934

KHIDI Medical Tourism Korea Survey. 2025 Edition: Foreign Patient Preferences. Korea Health Industry Development Institute. doi:10.23884/khidi.2025.mt

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Common Questions

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting — 15 Frequently Asked Questions

Expert answers on Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting mechanism, depth, downtime, pricing, and safety at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea.

Who performs Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong?

Head Director Baek Seung-Jae (License 143338) and Doctor Hoon-Sung Son (License 125783), both Aesthetic Medicine Specialists, deliver every Shurink Universe and Sofwave HIFU lifting session at RE:BERRY Myeongdong. Each calibrates 1.5/3.0/4.5mm MFU or 1.5mm SUPERB parallel ultrasound by Fitzpatrick type — 60-90 min consultation precedes every HIFU lifting session in Seoul Korea.

Is the same doctor assigned across all Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting sessions?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong assigns 1 Aesthetic Medicine Specialist across every Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting session, unlike larger Seoul chains where rotating technicians may deliver Shurink, Sofwave, or Ultherapy. Same-doctor continuity is cited by 41.4% of Japanese medical tourists as their #1 criterion (KHIDI 2025) — more than price when choosing a Korean clinic for HIFU lifting.

How much does Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting cost in Korea vs US/Japan?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul prices Shurink Universe at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) per 300-shot bundle and Sofwave at ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per 100 shots, 50-70% less than US ($1,200-3,600) and 30-50% less than Japan (¥150,000-420,000) using identical Hironic and Sofwave Medical devices. Korean Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting pricing reflects shorter overhead chains:

CountryShurink 300 / Sofwave 100
RE:BERRY Myeongdong, Korea₩399,000 / ₩990,000
USA Medical Spa$1,200-1,800 / $2,800-3,600
Japan Dermatology$1,000-1,467 / $2,133-2,800
UK Laser Clinic$1,198-1,765 / $2,269-3,151

Are there hidden fees on top of Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting cost?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong’s Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting pricing has 0 hidden fees — Inmode + Shurink ₩399,000 ($285 USD), Sofwave 100 shots ₩990,000 ($707 USD), triple stack ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) include topical anesthesia, Head Director consultation, Dermio cryotherapy. Only 10% VAT excluded. US clinics typically add $400-700 USD consultation fees for the same MFDS/FDA-cleared HIFU lifting devices in Korea-comparable protocols.

Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting — which is better for SMAS depth?

Shurink Universe HIFU lifting reaches 4.5mm SMAS depth via MFU single points; Sofwave covers only 1.5mm dermis via SUPERB parallel beams. RE:BERRY Myeongdong stacks both for full-depth coverage in Seoul Korea:

FeatureShurink UniverseSofwave SUPERB
Korea Cost₩399,000 ($285)₩990,000 ($707)
Depths1.5/3.0/4.5mm1.5mm only
Erythema24-48h2-4h
180-day Reduction49.3%38.6%
Compare also at Sofwave vs Ultherapy.

Can I combine Shurink Universe with Sofwave HIFU lifting?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong combines Shurink Universe HIFU lifting with Sofwave SUPERB in 1.5-4.5mm depth-stacked HIFU lifting protocols. Combination adds 8-15% Friedman reduction vs single device:

StackKorea CostBest For
Shurink + Sofwave₩1,390,000 ($993)Friedman 1-2
Triple HIFU stack (+Ultherapy Prime)₩1,950,000 ($1,393)Friedman 2-3

Why choose RE:BERRY Myeongdong over a Seoul tourist-zone walk-in chain for Shurink vs Sofwave?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong at ₩399,000 ($285 USD) Shurink + Inmode and ₩990,000 ($707 USD) Sofwave delivers same-doctor continuity, 60-90 min Fitzpatrick typing, 3 HIFU platforms — cheaper than Seoul walk-in chains for less calibrated single-platform care:

FeatureRE:BERRYWalk-in Chain
Shurink + Inmode₩399,000 ($285)₩550,000 ($393)
Sofwave 100 shots₩990,000 ($707)₩1,250,000 ($893)
HIFU Platforms31
Same DoctorAssignedRotating

Why choose a boutique clinic for Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting?

Boutique Korean clinics like RE:BERRY Myeongdong assign 1 doctor across every Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting session and run 60-90 min consultations — 15-20x the OECD-reported Korean average of 4.3 minutes. Larger Seoul chains rotate 3-5 staff per patient, leading to inconsistent HIFU energy that compromises Friedman sagging reduction and drives up Myeongdong lifting cost through repeat sessions.

Is Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting safe for Fitzpatrick IV-VI skin?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong Korea uses Korean Asian skin-calibrated settings — Shurink Universe 0.85J at 4.5mm (PIH 0.62%) and Sofwave 1.0J at 1.5mm (PIH 0.71%) — versus 4.10% PIH at US default settings on either platform. Head Director Baek calibrates 12-18% lower fluence for Fitzpatrick IV skin while keeping 2026 cost locked at ₩399,000-₩990,000 ($285-707 USD); see Shurink Universe Myeongdong details.

Can I fly the same day after Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting in Korea?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong Sofwave HIFU lifting leaves only 2-4 hour erythema — 89% of patients fly same-day from Seoul Korea. Shurink Universe HIFU lifting leaves 24-48h tightness so most patients fly day 2. Avoid hot showers, saunas, and intense exercise for 48 hours; apply SPF 50+ for 14 days. Cabin pressure does not affect either platform after the post-session Dermio cooling seal.

How many days in Seoul should I budget for Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong’s Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting takes 1 day in Seoul Korea — arrive morning, 75-110 min treatment, recover 2-12 hours before flights. Sofwave-only suits 1-day Seoul layovers; Shurink Universe needs 2 days for SMAS tightness to settle. Both annual at ₩399,000-₩990,000 ($285-707 USD); 38.6% of medical tourists revisit RE:BERRY Myeongdong 4+ times for HIFU lifting maintenance.

How do I track Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting progress after returning home?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong emails Friedman sagging-grade scorecards and Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting session summaries in 8 languages so a home-country physician can match parameters. About 65% of Korean medical tourists complete sessions 1-2 in Seoul and finish 3-4 on follow-up Korea visits, keeping Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting transparent at ₩399,000-₩2,590,000 ($285-1,850 USD).

When will I see results from Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting in Korea?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong Sofwave patients see 9-13% jawline tightening at week 1-2; Shurink Universe HIFU lifting patients 8-12%. Cumulative neocollagenesis adds 22-30% by week 8, peak 58-78% Friedman sagging reduction at month 3, and 70-80% maintained at 6-month follow-up. Korean HIFU lifting delivers faster than alternative laser-only lifting, with 80% maintained at month 12.

What makes RE:BERRY different for Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting in Korea?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong combines a ₩399,000 ($285 USD) transparent Shurink Universe + Inmode bundle and ₩990,000 ($707 USD) Sofwave session with Head Director continuity across all sessions, 8-language staff, and 3 MFDS/FDA-cleared HIFU platforms (Shurink Universe, Sofwave, Ultherapy Prime). No upselling, no walk-in shuffling, 2 minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 8 Line 4, 365 days a year, near Lotte Department Store and Shinsegae Main.

What aftercare follows Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting?

RE:BERRY Myeongdong dispenses a 7-day Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting aftercare kit with ceramide moisturizer and SPF 50+ — included in every package from ₩399,000 ($285 USD) Inmode + Shurink to ₩2,590,000 ($1,850 USD) Sofwave + Titanium combo. Avoid retinoids 7 days, sauna 48h, gym 24h. Optional Dermio Care add-on at ₩99,000 ($71 USD) accelerates erythema resolution by 40-60% in Seoul.

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Lock In Your Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU Lifting Plan at RE:BERRY Myeongdong

Book a 60-90 min Fitzpatrick-typing consultation with Head Director Baek Seung-Jae for Shurink vs Sofwave HIFU lifting at RE:BERRY Myeongdong Seoul Korea — 2 minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 8 Line 4, near Lotte Department Store and Shinsegae Main. ₩399,000 ($285 USD) covers Inmode + Shurink Universe 300 shots; ₩990,000 ($707 USD) per Sofwave 100-shot session; or ₩1,950,000 ($1,393 USD) for the triple HIFU stack across Korean Asian skin lifting protocols.

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2 minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 8. Premium flagship space with an all-black entrance you can’t miss.

RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong

5, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
서울시 중구 명동10길 5

Hours 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, 365 days (incl. holidays)
Phone +82-2-2088-7070
Nearest Station Myeongdong Station (Line 4) Exit 8 → 2 min walk

Also available at: Gangnam · Incheon Airport

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I’m excited to see the full results in a couple weeks, but I had a positive experience overall. I had several non-evasive treatments done - Lasers, onda, and microneedling. They made everything as comfortable as possible. Beds were warm and rooms were clean. Everyone was extremely friendly and efficient. The skin a...

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an amazing experience at Reberry Clinic in Seoul. From the moment I arrived, the staff was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive.

What truly impressed me was the level of analysis they provided before recommending any treatment. They didn’t just suggest procedures — they carefully examined my skin, explained ev...

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I had such a great experience at RE:BERRY Clinic Myeongdong. The clinic is clean, professional, and very welcoming. A special thank you to Teresa for her kind assistance and for making everything so smooth and comfortable. Highly recommend!

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My first time here at Reberry Clinic, it was an eye opening experience, the staff were professional, services provided were fantastic.

With a wide range of services, catered to both ladies and gentlemen, it will be an unforgettable experience over here at Reberry!

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I had a really positive experience at Reberry Clinic. From the moment I arrived, the interior felt very clean and beautifully designed especially the VIP section, which made the experience feel private and comfortable.
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