Eye Ultherapy PRIMEin Gangnam, Seoul
Eye Ultherapy PRIME focuses on the brow and the area around the eyes, where the skin is thin and often the first place descent shows. Focused ultrasound is delivered at shallower depths (typically 1.5 and 3.0 mm) around the orbital rim and brow — not on the eyeball itself — to prompt collagen renewal. A subtle brow lift can help the upper-eye area look less heavy. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, a session usually takes about 15–30 minutes with little downtime. (Results vary by individual.)
Who it’s for
- A heavy or descending brow that crowds the upper eye
- Early laxity and fine crepiness around the eyes
- People who want a subtle non-surgical lift near the brow
- Anyone not ready for upper-eyelid surgery
Treatment stays on the brow and the skin around the eye — not the eyelid margin or the eye itself — and is not a substitute for blepharoplasty. Whether it suits you is confirmed during consultation.
How it works
Because the skin around the eyes is thin, the doctor uses shallower transducers (around 1.5 and 3.0 mm) and maps carefully to the brow and periorbital zone, staying off the eyeball. The focused ultrasound warms the dermis to prompt gradual collagen renewal over the following months, which may firm the brow and soften fine crepiness. PRIME’s real-time imaging helps confirm depth in this delicate area before energy is delivered. Ultherapy PRIME is an ultrasound technology cleared by the US FDA for lifting the brow.
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Focused, not spread out
Instead of heating the surface broadly, the ultrasound is focused to precise points below the skin, leaving the surface largely untouched.
02Working depths matched to the area
Energy is delivered at set depths below the surface. Around the eyes, shallower depths are typically used, since the skin here is thin; on the mid-face the deepest setting can reach the SMAS.
03Guided by real-time imaging
With PRIME, the doctor sees the actual layers on ultrasound before delivering energy, so the delicate brow area is treated based on what your skin looks like — not a fixed template.
04Your own collagen responds
The controlled heat prompts the skin’s natural repair, and new collagen forms gradually over the following months. This is why the change is progressive rather than immediate.
Treatment areas
- Brow
- A subtle lift to reduce upper-eye heaviness.
- Outer eye / crow’s-feet area
- Fine crepiness at the outer corner.
- Upper periorbital
- Skin between the brow and the lid crease.
What the procedure is like
- 1Consultation and assessment of the brow and eye area
- 2Cleansing and careful mapping around the orbital rim
- 3Shallow-depth ultrasound delivery, off the eyeball
- 4Cooling and aftercare guidance
Time: An eye-area session takes about 15–30 minutes.
Recovery & aftercare
- Little to no downtime; most people return to daily activities the same day.
- Temporary redness, mild puffiness or tenderness around the eyes may occur.
- Use sun protection and follow the gentle soothing guidance we provide for the eye area.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
DAY 0 Treatment day
Warmth as the ultrasound is delivered around the brow; afterwards mild redness or a flushed feeling that usually settles within hours. Most people return to daily activities the same day.
DAY 1-3 Settling
Any redness or mild puffiness around the eyes generally eases. Because eye-area skin is thin, take extra care with sun protection and follow the aftercare advised.
WEEK 2-6 Early firming
Some people notice the brow area feeling a little firmer or more open. This varies from person to person.
2-3 MONTHS Collagen renewal
As new collagen forms, a subtle lift around the brow becomes more noticeable for many people. This is typically when results are assessed. (Results vary by individual.)
~6 MONTHS Review & maintenance
Your doctor reviews the outcome and, if appropriate, discusses timing for a maintenance session.
Sessions & results
A single session is common, with changes appearing gradually over about 2–3 months as collagen renews around the brow and eyes. A follow-up plan is discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
How it compares
These are all non-invasive, energy-based lifting treatments — but they use different energy and reach different depths, so they suit different goals.
| Comparison | Ultherapy PRIME | Thermage FLX | Sofwave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | Focused ultrasound (imaging-guided) | Monopolar radiofrequency | Ultrasound (SUMS) |
| Main depth | Up to ~4.5 mm — reaches the SMAS | Broad heating of the dermis | Mid-dermis (~1.5 mm) |
| Often chosen for | Deeper lift; brow and jawline laxity | Overall tightening and contour | Fine lines and early laxity |
| Sensation | Brief warmth at each point | Warm heating cycles with cooling | Generally comfortable |
| Downtime | Little to none | Little to none | Little to none |
Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Temporary redness, a flushed feeling, or mild swelling around the eyes
- Tenderness or a tingling sensation in the treated area for a short time
- Occasionally small areas of bruising
- Rarely, temporary numbness or nerve-related sensations that typically settle
When to take extra care
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding — let us know at consultation
- Active skin infection, inflammation or open lesions in the treatment area
- Implanted electrical devices, or metal implants in the area — tell your doctor
- Recent fillers, threads or other energy treatments near the eyes — tell your doctor so timing can be planned
- A history of keloid or difficulty with wound healing
Ultherapy PRIME is not a replacement for surgical lifting, and treatment stays on the brow and around the eye rather than over the eyeball. Whether energy-based lifting is right for you is confirmed during consultation. Effects and downtime vary by individual, and side effects may occur.
Your care at QD Clinic
Performed by a board-certified doctor
Your treatment is performed and medically reviewed by a board-certified doctor, not delegated unsupervised.
Careful depth around the eyes
Eye-area skin is thin, so appropriate depths are chosen and confirmed on real-time ultrasound; treatment stays around the brow and orbital rim.
Care in your language
Consultation in English, with 中文 and 日本語 support arranged on request — including questions before you travel.
A short walk from Gangnam Station
Central Seoul location with guidance from the airport and nearby hotels, and hours shown in KST.
Pricing
Pricing depends on the number of lines around the eye and brow. Please consult us for a personalized quote.
Frequently asked questions
The doctor treats the brow and periorbital skin at shallower depths and stays off the eyeball and lid margin. Suitability and the mapping are confirmed at consultation.
No. Eye Ultherapy PRIME gives a subtle firming of the brow and surrounding skin; it is not a substitute for blepharoplasty. We advise which fits your goals after assessing your eyes.
A subtle brow lift may make the upper-eye area look less heavy in milder cases. What is realistic is explained at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Some warmth or brief discomfort can occur; the eye area can feel more sensitive. Comfort options are discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Changes appear gradually over about 2–3 months as collagen renews. (Results vary by individual.)
Yes. Our doctors consult in English directly, and 中文 / 日本語 can be arranged in advance. Tell us your language on WhatsApp before your visit.
Often considered together
Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.
+Eye Thermage FLX
A dedicated radiofrequency Eye Tip addresses eyelid skin texture and tightness, a different approach that can complement ultrasound — sequencing decided by your doctor.
+Botulinum toxin
For crow’s feet from muscle movement, botulinum toxin is often planned alongside for a balanced eye area.
+Skin boosters
Injectable hydration can address fine texture around the eyes, which lifting alone does not target.
For international patients
Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST) · card payment.
For International PatientsMedically reviewed by Dr. Sahyeok Hong, board-certified plastic surgeon and Director of QD Clinic.