10THERMA Lifting in Seoul: How It Works, Cost, and Results
10THERMA is a radiofrequency lifting treatment that has become popular in Korea for tightening skin and improving texture with no downtime. For international visitors, it is often a comfortable alternative or complement to ultrasound lifting, and it fits easily into a short stay in Seoul.
This guide explains how 10THERMA works, what it can improve, what the treatment feels like, typical costs in Seoul, the results timeline and how it compares with other lifting options, so you can decide whether it suits your skin.
1. How 10THERMA works
10THERMA uses monopolar radiofrequency (RF) energy. Instead of focusing energy into small points like ultrasound, monopolar RF heats a broader volume of tissue — the deeper dermis and the layer just beneath it — in an even way. This heat causes existing collagen fibres to contract, giving a slight immediate tightening, and stimulates the production of new collagen over the following months.
The result is firmer, smoother skin with a subtle lift. 10THERMA is often compared with Thermage, which uses a similar principle, and is chosen by many patients in Seoul for its comfort and value.
2. What can it improve?
Mild sagging of the cheeks and jawline.
Loose or crepey skin on the neck.
Skin around the eyes, with suitable tips and settings.
Overall skin texture and firmness.
Fine lines and a tired, thin-looking complexion.
It is especially suited to people who want tighter, healthier-looking skin rather than a strong structural lift.
3. Who is a good candidate?
10THERMA suits people with mild to moderate laxity who want firmer skin without injections or downtime. It is a particularly good option for slimmer faces, where heavy ultrasound energy could risk making some areas look hollow. It also suits people who have had Ultherapy in the past and want to maintain skin quality between sessions.
If sagging is more advanced, or if fat is a major part of the concern, your doctor may suggest combining 10THERMA with Ultherapy, a thread lift or ONDA.
4. The treatment process
After cleansing, the treatment area is marked with a grid to guide even coverage. Numbing cream may be applied. The doctor then moves the handpiece across the skin, delivering pulses of RF energy with cooling between pulses. The number of shots and the energy level are adjusted for each area. A full-face session usually takes well under an hour.
5. What does it feel like?
Most patients describe a brief hot sensation with each pulse, followed by cooling. Areas over bone, such as the jawline and forehead, can feel slightly more intense. Energy can be adjusted area by area, and many people find 10THERMA more comfortable than ultrasound lifting over bony areas.
6. Results timeline
Some people notice slight tightening and a smoother look right after treatment, as existing collagen contracts. The main improvement develops gradually as new collagen forms, with the peak result around two to three months after treatment. At MIN Clinic, 10THERMA results typically last about 12 to 18 months, and many patients repeat it once a year for maintenance.
7. Downtime
There is no real downtime. Mild redness and warmth may last a few hours, and a little swelling is possible. You can usually wear make-up the next day and continue sightseeing straight away. This makes 10THERMA easy to fit into a short trip, even in the last days before your flight.
8. Cost in Seoul
10THERMA in Seoul typically costs around KRW 800,000 to KRW 2,500,000, depending on the number of shots and the areas treated. Face and neck together, or added eye treatment, increase the price. When comparing quotes, confirm the device name and shot count. Current offers are listed on our event price list, and foreign passport holders may be eligible for tax-free benefits.
9. 10THERMA compared with Ultherapy
Ultherapy uses micro-focused ultrasound to lift the deeper SMAS layer and is the stronger choice for structural lift, such as early jowls and a drooping brow. 10THERMA tightens and improves skin quality more broadly and is often more comfortable. Because they work at different depths, many patients combine them or alternate them year by year.
10. Combining 10THERMA with other treatments
10THERMA pairs well with skin boosters such as Rejuran Healer for hydration and elasticity, or Juvelook for fine lines and collagen. It can also be combined with Ultherapy for lift and ONDA for contouring. Your doctor will plan the order so you can recover comfortably within your travel schedule.
11. Looking after your results
Daily sunscreen, a gentle skincare routine, not smoking and keeping your weight stable all help results last. A yearly maintenance session keeps collagen levels up and helps you avoid larger corrections later.
Conclusion
10THERMA offers comfortable, no-downtime skin tightening with gradual results that peak at two to three months and typically last 12 to 18 months. It is a strong option for firmer skin and better texture, especially on slimmer faces, and combines well with lifting and skin boosters. Send your photos to our English-speaking team on WhatsApp, or read more on our 10THERMA in Gangnam page.
This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. Results vary by individual, and a doctor's consultation is required before any treatment.
