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Hilo Wave in Seoul — HA biostimulator for skin quality, moisture and structure

Hilo Wave is a hyaluronic acid biostimulator, combining high- and low-molecular-weight HA, for people who want overall skin quality improved — moisture, elasticity and natural volume, including under-eye lines. Treatment pain is low and downtime is minimal; dryness and glow improve from the next day and elasticity builds from about one week. Results typically last 3 to 4 months and vary by person.

Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Hongseok Kim, board-certified dermatologist · Last updated

Hilo Wave — Better Skin Glow at VOS Dermatology Clinic, Gangnam Seoul

Overview

Hilo Wave in Seoul is a biostimulator built from high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid. Rather than sitting where it is placed, it remodels the full thickness of the skin including the dermis — so hydration, elasticity, density and a natural, subtle volume improve together rather than one at a time.

Dr. Hongseok Kim was invited to speak at the HILO WAVE Honor Expert Symposium and recommends it for people who want overall skin quality, who worry about needle marks, swelling or embossing, and who want to treat under-eye lines safely. Dryness improves from the next day; elasticity builds from about a week. Results vary by person. For the lifting and collagen options the clinic lists first, see the VOS Signature treatments.

Who it’s for

Is Hilo Wave right for you?

  • Those who want overall skin quality improvement
  • Those worried about needling, marks, swelling, or embossing
  • Those who want to safely and naturally improve under-eye wrinkles
  • Those hesitant because they fear pain
How it works

What is Hilo Wave?

HILO WAVE® is a safe biostimulator combining high-molecular and low-molecular hyaluronic acid. It triggers remodeling across all skin layers including the dermis, improving skin quality with rejuvenation and natural volume.

Hilo Wave vs Rejuran and Juvelook

Hilo Wave, Rejuran and Juvelook are all injectable skin treatments, but each one works in a different way. Hilo Wave combines high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid to improve moisture, elasticity and skin density together. Rejuran HB+ pairs polynucleotides (PN) with hyaluronic acid to support skin-cell regeneration and the skin barrier. Juvelook combines hyaluronic acid with PDLLA and is used mainly for fine wrinkles and elasticity.

Dr. Kim chooses between them after a skin analysis, based on whether dryness, thin and sensitive skin, or fine lines are your main concern. If a previous juvelook skin booster left a lump, VOS can assess that too.

How long Hilo Wave lasts and how many sessions you need

Hilo Wave results typically last 3 to 4 months. Dryness and glow improve from the next day, and elasticity builds from about one week.

If you plan repeat sessions, the clinic lists a 6 mL option that works out to ₩540,000 per treatment. Results vary by person.

Hilo Wave for under-eye lines

Hilo Wave is often chosen by people who want to improve under-eye wrinkles safely and naturally, and by those who worry about needle marks, swelling or embossing. Depending on the area, the technique and the amount used, a specific effect can be drawn out more clearly, so the plan for the under-eye area is set at consultation.

Planning Hilo Wave on a trip to Seoul

Hilo Wave needs no separate injector or sleep anesthesia, and downtime is minimal. Even so, book it about five days or more before your flight, so small bumps, redness or a bruise from the injections have time to settle.

Send us your dates and a photo of your skin on WhatsApp, and we will plan the session around your stay.

What to expect

Session, comfort, downtime, results

Comfort
Low treatment pain; no injector or sleep anesthesia needed
Downtime
Minimal
Results
Deep dryness and glow improve from the next day; elasticity from about 1 week; long-term regeneration (varies)

Results, timing and recovery vary from person to person. Nothing here replaces an in-person consultation.

Pricing

Hilo Wave Pricing at VOS

Based on VOS Dermatology’s official price list as of October 16, 2026.

Prices are in KRW and are subject to 10% VAT. The same pricing applies to all patients, regardless of nationality.

The appropriate dosage and number of treatment sessions will be determined during your consultation with Dr. Kim.

HILO WAVE

Dual-Action Hyaluronic Acid (cross-linked + non-cross-linked HA)
  • 2 mL₩600,000
  • 6 mL₩1,620,000₩540,000 per treatment

MetaCell + HILO WAVE Package

  • MetaCell + HILO WAVE 4 mL
  • MetaCell 3 cc₩4,700,000
  • MetaCell 6 cc (10%)₩7,500,000
  • MetaCell 9 cc (20%)₩9,570,000
Packages that include Hilo Wave are listed on the full price list.Full price list
Often combined or compared

Related treatments

  • Juvelook — Better Face Line at VOS Dermatology Clinic, Gangnam Seoul

    Juvelook

    Designing the skin’s natural regenerative power

    Fine wrinkle improvementSkin texture improvement
    • Those who have started to develop fine wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, mouth, etc.
    • For those with rough skin surfaces and uneven texture

    From ₩1,000,000 before VAT

    How Juvelook works
  • Rejuran — Better Face Line at VOS Dermatology Clinic, Gangnam Seoul

    Rejuran

    Restoring Skin’s Self-Recovery Environment

    Skin RegenerationFine Line Improvement
    • Those with thinner, more sensitive skin
    • Those concerned about fine lines and rough texture

    From ₩300,000 before VAT

    How Rejuran works
  • Retizen — Better Face Line at VOS Dermatology Clinic, Gangnam Seoul

    Retizen

    A true collagen skinbooster that firms from within the skin

    Skin Elasticity ImprovementWrinkle Improvement
    • Those concerned about dry, dull skin
    • Those concerned about sagging pores and fine lines
    How Retizen works
FAQ

Questions patients ask about Hilo Wave

How much does Hilo Wave cost?
On VOS Dermatology's official price list (October 16, 2026) — HILO WAVE: 2 mL ₩600,000, 6 mL ₩1,620,000. Prices are in KRW before 10% VAT and are the same for all nationalities. The number of shots, vials or sessions that suits you is decided with Dr. Kim at consultation, and packages may lower the per-unit price. See the full price list at /pricing.
Who is Hilo Wave for?
Anyone who wants overall skin quality — elasticity, volume and moisture — improved. Depending on the area, technique and amount, a specific effect can be drawn out more clearly.
Does Hilo Wave hurt?
Treatment pain is low, so the burden on the patient is minimal. It can be performed smoothly without a separate injector or sleep/pain-free anesthesia.
When do results appear and how long do they last?
As a biostimulator, Hilo Wave improves deep dryness, glow and natural volume from the day after treatment. Elasticity improves gradually from about one week. Over the long term it significantly improves skin regeneration.
What is Hilo Wave?
A safe biostimulator combining high-molecular and low-molecular hyaluronic acid that remodels the full skin thickness, including the dermis, for rejuvenation plus natural volume.
How long does Hilo Wave last?
Hilo Wave results typically last 3 to 4 months. How long they last differs from person to person, so many patients plan repeat sessions.
Is Hilo Wave a filler?
No. Hilo Wave is a hyaluronic acid biostimulator, not a filler. Instead of holding a shape where it is placed, it remodels the skin across all layers, so the volume it gives is subtle and natural.
Can I get Hilo Wave on a short trip to Seoul?
Yes. Downtime is minimal, but give yourself about five days or more before your flight, so any small bumps, redness or a bruise from the injections can settle.
Your doctor

About Dr. Hongseok Kim

Dr. Kim performs your Hilo Wave himself — from the first skin analysis to the follow-up check.

Dr. Kim focuses on aesthetic dermatology — skin regeneration, facial contour and healthy aging — and builds each plan from a close look at the individual patient's skin and goals, aiming for natural, refined results.

At VOS the same specialist is responsible for the whole course of care: diagnosis, the procedure itself and follow-up. An accurate reading of skin structure and how it changes is what makes results more complete and keeps the risk of side effects low.

Credentials & appointments

Current
Medical Director, VOS Dermatology Clinic
Board-certified dermatologist
Education
Graduated first in class, medical school
Academic appointments
Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Medical Aesthetics, Cheongju University
Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Beauty Medical Science, Dongguk University
Professional leadership
Director, Korean Dermatologist Association (KDA)
Director, Korean Association for Anti-Aging Dermatology (KAAD)
Committees
Academic Committee Member, Korean Dermatological Association
Information Committee Member, Korean Dermatologist Association (KDA)
Memberships
Korean Society for Dermatologic Functional Medicine
Korean Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

Brand advisory

Skincare
  • The Scent
  • SkinCeuticals
  • La Roche-Posay
  • AHC
  • Bioderma
  • Etat Pur
Injectables
  • Juvelook
  • Revive
  • Lafullen
  • Rejuran
Devices
  • Ulthera
  • Thermage
  • Sofwave
  • CoolSculpting
  • Mirajet
Academic & speaking activities

Lecturing, live demonstrations and brand education — in Korea and across Asia.

presentations & lectures listed
116
years covered by the list
2016–2026
in 2023, the busiest year listed
25
Presentations & lectures per year
  • 2016: 1 listed
  • 2017: 5 listed
  • 2018: 4 listed
  • 2019: 12 listed
  • 2020: 5 listed
  • 2021: 4 listed
  • 2022: 17 listed
  • 2023: 25 listed
  • 2024: 23 listed
  • 2025: 16 listed
  • 2026: 4 listed
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at JULIA SUMMIT GLOBAL — Juvelook Journey — invited lectureLecture
    JULIA SUMMIT GLOBALJuvelook Journey — invited lecture · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at APS Korea 2026 — Aesthetic Plastic Surgery KoreaConference
    APS Korea 2026Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Korea · 2026
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at 28th KDA Spring Conference — Korean Dermatologist AssociationConference
    28th KDA Spring ConferenceKorean Dermatologist Association · 2026
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at KOREADERMA 2025 — COEX, SeoulConference
    KOREADERMA 2025COEX, Seoul · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at IMLG 2025 — Live injection training for international physiciansLive demo
    IMLG 2025Live injection training for international physicians · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at JULIA SUMMIT ASIA 2025 — Presentation, Hong KongLecture
    JULIA SUMMIT ASIA 2025Presentation, Hong Kong · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at IMLG 2025 — Faculty & attendeesLive demo
    IMLG 2025Faculty & attendees · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at SkinCeuticals — Next Beauty Code, TaiwanBrand event
    SkinCeuticalsNext Beauty Code, Taiwan · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at IMLG 2025 — Live demonstration, explained step by stepLive demo
    IMLG 2025Live demonstration, explained step by step · 2025
  • Dr. Hongseok Kim at COSRX — Brand event, SeoulBrand event
    COSRXBrand event, Seoul · 2025

Selected international & major meetings

  1. 2026
    • APS Korea 2026
    • 28th KDA Spring Conference
    • Invited lecture, Baim Global Jupiter Symposium
  2. 2025
    • JULIA SUMMIT GLOBAL – Juvelook Journey
    • JULIA SUMMIT ASIA 2025Hong Kong
    • KOREADERMA 2025
    • SkinCeuticals: Next Beauty CodeTaiwan
    • 9th KDA procedural skills training
  3. 2024
    • AMWC-TDAC Taiwan
    • Juvelook Launching Symposium in Taiwan
    • KSDS 2nd International Congress Seoul
    • 1st Ulthera Focus Group Meeting
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  1. 2023
    • AMWC Japan
    • 41st Annual Meeting, Japanese Society of Aesthetic Dermatology
    • ACDS 2023
    • MEVOS Dalian
  2. 2022
    • ASLMS (American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery)
    • 13th I-SWAM Indonesia Convention Exhibition

Broadcast

  • Morning N — hyperhidrosis and choosing cosmetics
  • “Golden time of skin lifespan” (Jul 2021)
  • Park Yong-kwan's Radio Show — regular Monday guest
  • Good Morning — spring sunlight and skin (Mar 2023)
  • Jo Woo-jong's FM Daehaengjin — Dr. Family corner
  • Men On Air — summer skin care

Papers & books

  • Juvelook Comparative Pain Assessment
  • Cosmetic Counseling Expert Course
  • Cosmetic Ingredients for Skin Care

Source: VOS Dermatology's official Korean profile of Dr. Kim.

Meet Dr. Kim
Creator visits

Creators who filmed their treatment at VOS.

Each video comes with Dr. Kim's notes on what was done, why, and the listed price. Opinions are the creators' own; results vary.

Written by Dr. Kim

VOS Dermatology Blog

Plain-language guides written by Dr. Hongseok Kim, board-certified dermatologist — treatments, recovery, cost and planning your visit to Seoul.

Google reviews

What international patients wrote on Google Maps.

Screenshots of public reviews left on Google — in their own words, unedited. Experiences and results vary from person to person.

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Dr. Hongseok Kim on YouTube · @pialnam197K subscribers · skin science explained by the dermatologist you will meet
Watch Dr. Kim

Before you book, hear it from the doctor himself.

Slide through 17 videos on lifting, skin boosters and traveling for treatment. Korean audio — everything plays right here.

Travel"Flying tomorrow, no bruising or swelling?" Top 3 No-Downtime Lifting (Ultherapy prime,Sofwave,Opus)

LiftingAfter Ulthera & Thermage, What's Next? Dermatologist with 21 Years of RF Experience Breaks It Down!

Skin boostersA Dermatologist with 21 Years of Experience Breaks Down the Skin Booster Family Tree

JuvelookMust-Know Before Getting JuveLook! | What It Can & Can’t Do, Clinic Tips by Dr.DTS

JuvelookPairing Juvelook with This Can Double the Firming Effect (And Ease Nodule Concerns)

JuvelookEverything About Juvelook — Effects, Real Treatment Review, Rejuran Comparison

Skin boostersDoctors Won’t Talk About This Treatment Yet… So I’m Revealing Everything | ECM Skin Booster Q&A

Skin boostersWhy does 'that' super famous skin booster contain 'filler' ingredients?

Skin boostersGOURI Is Korea’s Hottest Skin Booster — But What About the Bruising?

Anti-agingSurface Treatments vs Deep Treatments | Which One Actually Makes You Look Younger?

AftercareDid you just pay a fortune for a dermatology treatment? You'll 100% regret skipping this video.

Dr. KimSorry to my patients... I tried it on myself first (21-Year Derm's Self-Treatment Full Process)

BodyTrapezius Slimming for Sharp Shoulders ✨ How to Get That Clean, Angular Look (Spring/Summer Must)

Travel22-Hour Flight + High-Altitude UV: The One Thing a Dermatologist Used the Whole Time

ResearchScientists Erased a “Mark of Aging” Once Thought Irreversible | A New 2026 Aging Study | Dr. PIALNAM

PoresWhy Your Pores Won’t Shrink | What Actually Works? | Dr. DTS

SkincareWhy Your Expensive Vitamin C Isn’t Working|How to Use It for Better Absorption|Dr. PIALNAM

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