ONDA Lifting in Seongsu, Seoul
Microwave lifting with 3mm and 7mm handpieces, planned by Dr. Park Kyung-min
ONDA lifting at Seongsu Melting Clinic uses microwave energy to tighten skin and reduce stubborn fat in the face and body. Dr. Park Kyung-min, our founder and medical director, works as a key doctor for ONDA and plans each session around the structure of your face rather than a fixed shot count.
What is ONDA Lifting?
ONDA is an energy device that uses microwave technology called Coolwaves. Instead of heating the very surface of the skin, the microwave energy is delivered deeper, where fat and connective tissue sit. At the same time, the surface is cooled during treatment, which helps protect the outer layer of skin.
Two things may happen after a session. Heat in the fat layer can affect fat cells, which the body gradually clears over the following weeks. Heat in the deeper connective tissue can also prompt the skin to build new collagen, which is why tightening tends to show up slowly rather than overnight.
How we approach ONDA Lifting at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Before anything is switched on, Dr. Park palpates the face to feel where ligaments hold firm, where fat sits heavy, and where the tissue is simply thin. That exam decides whether ONDA is the right tool at all, and if so, where it goes.
We use two handpieces, and the choice matters:
- 3mm handpiece: a shallower depth, often used where the skin is thinner or where we want to focus on tightening and texture.
- 7mm handpiece: a deeper depth, often used in areas with more fat, such as under the chin, along the jawline, or on the body.
Because ONDA works on both face and body, it is also part of our Body ONDA protocol for areas like the abdomen, flanks, and arms. When a patient needs more than one mechanism, Dr. Park may pair ONDA with another device or with a MelFat injection, but only if the exam supports it.
A good fit if…
- You have mild to moderate softness along the jawline or lower face
- You carry small pockets of fat under the chin or on the cheeks that have not changed with diet
- You want gradual, natural-looking tightening with little downtime
- You would like a treatment that can also be used on body areas
Consider something else if…
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have an active skin infection or open wound in the treatment area
- Your skin laxity is advanced enough that surgery would give a more realistic result
- Your face is already lean or hollow, where reducing fat could make you look more tired
What to expect
Your visit starts with a one-to-one consultation with Dr. Park. He explains what he plans to do and why, and he keeps talking with you during treatment so you know what each pass feels like.
A face session usually takes about 20 minutes of treatment time. Most patients describe a warm sensation that builds and fades with each pass; the cooling helps, and we adjust if anything feels too strong. Mild redness or warmth afterward is common and usually settles within hours. Some patients notice slight swelling or tenderness for a few days.
Results build gradually over the following weeks as collagen remodels and treated fat is cleared. How many sessions you need, and how often to maintain, depends on your tissue and goals, so we discuss a plan at your consultation rather than promising a number in advance.
Aftercare
- Keep the area moisturized and avoid harsh exfoliants for a few days
- Use sunscreen daily and limit strong heat exposure such as saunas right after treatment
- Stay well hydrated and keep your usual skincare gentle
- Let us know if tenderness or swelling feels unusual or lasts longer than expected
A note from Dr. Park
Dr. Park often tells patients that the face has to be understood before a device is chosen. Two people with the same "sagging" complaint can have very different causes, one with heavy fat, one with thin tissue, and ONDA helps one far more than the other. He prefers to explain that honestly at the first visit rather than treat an area that will not respond.
Frequently asked questions
Does ONDA lifting hurt?
Most patients feel heat rather than sharp pain. The built-in cooling helps, and Dr. Park checks in with you throughout so the energy can be adjusted to your comfort.
Can ONDA be combined with other treatments?
Yes, for many patients. It is sometimes paired with HIFU, RF, or a MelFat injection. Whether a combination makes sense depends on what the facial exam shows.
When will I see results?
Some people notice a subtle change early, but tightening and fat reduction usually become clearer over several weeks. Results vary from person to person.
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- Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
- Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
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Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.