Skin Booster HILO WAVE®

What kind of booster is HILO WAVE®?

HILO WAVE® is a Skin Booster that combines high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid to replenish moisture, improve skin texture, and provide natural volume. After an initial course of 2–3 sessions at 4-week intervals, results typically last about 6 months.

How is HILO WAVE® different from dermal filler?

HILO WAVE® is a hybrid treatment that combines the advantages of traditional dermal filler, which creates firm structure, and Skin Booster, which improves skin texture.

Both treatments use hyaluronic acid (HA) as their main ingredient, but they differ in their application and results.

Conventional dermal filler focuses on building firm structure in localized areas such as the nose, chin, or deep nasolabial folds, and on clearly filling empty spaces. It is cross-linked to prevent spreading, making it advantageous for dramatically changing the contour of a specific area.

In contrast, HILO WAVE® is a formulation in which high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid are combined only minimally and gently. When injected into the superficial layers of the skin, it spreads broadly across the entire face, densely filling the dehydrated dermis with moisture and elasticity. This process creates a natural, non-exaggerated volume across the face and produces a soft contour improvement (lifting effect) in areas such as a sagging jawline or cheeks.

In other words, if you need sculpting to clearly and firmly fill facial features, dermal filler is suitable. However, if you want to improve the overall skin foundation to be clear and firm while naturally reviving a flattened facial contour without a puffy look, HILO WAVE® is an excellent choice.


What advantages does it have over a hydrating injection?

The biggest differences are longer-lasting results and improved elasticity. While a standard hydrating injection focuses on providing immediate moisture to dry skin, HILO WAVE®—thanks to its structure combining high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid—simultaneously addresses surface hydration (the role of low-molecular-weight HA) and deep dermal firmness (the role of high-molecular-weight HA). Not only does the moisture last much longer, but you can also achieve smoother, firmer skin texture. Additionally, the relatively fewer injection points result in gentler treatment and less downtime (bruising, swelling), which is a significant advantage.


How long do the results last?

The effects of HILO WAVE® generally last about half a year (approximately 6 months). This is shorter than firm dermal fillers that artificially fix shape (lasting 1–2 years), but much longer than a pure hydrating injection, which is absorbed quickly. However, the absorption period varies individually depending on the patient's baseline skin moisture retention, aging status, and metabolic rate. If you wish to maintain the effects consistently, it is advisable to receive maintenance treatments at regular intervals.


Which skin concerns does it suit particularly well?

It is strongly recommended for those whose skin feels dry and rough due to severe internal dryness, and who also experience fine lines and loss of elasticity. In clinical settings, it is a highly satisfying alternative for patients who feel that "their skin looks sunken and parched, but they are concerned that filling volume with dermal filler might look unnatural."

It is particularly effective in improving dullness and rough texture over broad areas that tend to become thin and dry, such as the anterior and lateral cheeks, while providing a soft contouring (lifting) effect.

(However, for extremely thin areas like the immediate periorbital region or under the eyes, it is safer to use a fine booster designed specifically for the eye area. For deeply indented wrinkles or significant contour correction, the most ideal approach is to combine dermal filler or collagen stimulants, treating each area separately.)


How many sessions are recommended?

To maximize and stably maintain the moisturizing and elasticity-improving effects of HILO WAVE®, it is recommended to receive an initial course of 2–3 consecutive sessions at approximately 4-week intervals.

You may feel a hydrating effect after the first session, but a certain number of cumulative sessions helps to stably improve the skin's internal environment.

After building a firm internal skin environment through an initial course of 2–3 intensive sessions, you can maintain a firm and smooth condition for the longest time by continuing maintenance treatments, usually at intervals of around half a year (approximately 6 months), depending on your skin's condition.

(However, the exact number of sessions and intervals required may vary slightly depending on the patient's baseline skin dryness and aging status. Therefore, it is recommended to determine the appropriate number of sessions and intervals through a consultation with a dermatologist.)


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Ko Hyerim

Dermatologist · Heal House Suwon Branch

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