What is PCL Skin Booster?

PCL Skin Booster primarily uses PCL (Polycaprolactone) as its main ingredient and is manufactured in a completely dissolved liquid form without microparticles.

When PCL reaches the dermal layer of the skin, it stimulates fibroblasts to help produce collagen and elastin. This can lead to a reduction in fine lines, smoother skin texture, and overall improvement in skin density and elasticity, contributing to healthier skin.

Our clinic's layering technique treatment process

Step 1: Treatment preparation and skin cleansing

Cooling or numbing cream is applied as needed.

Kkeut Oriental Medicine Clinic's 4-step Skin Booster Layering Program

Step 2: 4-step Skin Booster Layering (utilizing MTS or Potenza RF)

Stage 1 Ampoule Application: Apply a thin layer over the entire skin to induce a reaction in the epidermal layer.

Stage 2 Ampoule Application: After light needling targeting the epidermal layer, apply the ampoule.

Stage 3 Ampoule Application: After needling targeting the basement membrane at the dermal-epidermal junction, apply the ampoule.

Stage 4 Ampoule Application: After needling in areas requiring intensive improvement, such as fine lines or loss of elasticity, apply the ampoule.

Step 3: Soothing Care

The treatment concludes by soothing the skin with a Jauungo modeling pack.

At our clinic, we apply a 4-step layering technique in a single treatment session to help the skin booster ingredients absorb more broadly and uniformly into the skin.

Our clinic's skin booster layering program is meticulously designed to minimize the possibility of side effects such as bruising, swelling, incorrect drug injection, or hypersensitivity reactions during treatment.

Our clinic's unique layering absorption technique

To ensure the key ingredients of PCL Skin Booster effectively reach the dermal layer, our clinic uses a layering absorption technique that utilizes MTS (Microneedle Therapy System) and needle RF devices (Secret RF/Potenza).

PCL Skin Booster is a liquid formulation without solid particles, characterized by its ability to spread well within the dermal layer. Our clinic utilizes this advantage, performing treatments with a customized layering technique to reduce drug loss and evenly deliver ingredients throughout the entire dermis.

Layering Technique Using MTS

MTS creates micro-channels approximately 150μm in the skin, forming pathways for drug absorption. Our clinic performs this MTS treatment in 4 layering steps to enhance the absorption rate of active ingredients.

Apply priming ampoule to the epidermal layer

After light needling, intensively apply to the epidermal layer

Intensive application to the dermal-epidermal junction

Apply according to the areas desired for improvement, such as fine lines, eye area, or loss of elasticity

After the treatment, skin irritation is alleviated and inflammatory reactions are minimized through soothing care using a Jauungo modeling pack, completing the procedure.

Layering Technique Using Potenza RF Microneedling

This treatment creates channels approximately 180μm in size, then uses radiofrequency heat to constrict these pathways, reducing fluid backflow (overflow) that can occur with conventional needle procedures. This helps reduce drug loss while allowing PCL ingredients to be effectively absorbed into the dermal layer.

This method has the advantage of reducing drug loss and evenly delivering active ingredients to the desired dermal layer. It helps lessen the burden of pain and ensures even absorption. Similar to MTS, needle depth can be adjusted, allowing for a 4-step layering technique.

At our clinic, we select the appropriate method between MTS and Potenza RF, or combine them, based on the patient's skin condition and needs.

Reasons for using this treatment method at our clinic

PCL is composed of a high-molecular-weight liquid.

If administered via manual injection, improper depth control can cause the drug to clump on the skin's surface, leaving temporary bumps or irritation. Conversely, if injected too deeply into the subcutaneous fat layer, the expected dermal regeneration effects may not fully materialize.

To reduce the possibility of bruising, swelling, pain, and incorrect drug injection that can occur during injectable treatments, our clinic strives to provide treatments in a way that minimizes patient discomfort while still achieving desired improvement effects.

Our clinic pursues a systematic approach to ensure proper absorption of PCL active ingredients into the dermal layer, from the channel creation method to layering techniques and customized treatment plans based on the patient's skin condition.

We believe this is a rational approach that maximizes expected benefits while minimizing the risks associated with the treatment.

Key Actions of PCL Skin Booster

It can help improve dermal structure by promoting the regeneration of collagen and elastin.

As a completely liquid form without particles, it has the advantage of reducing the possibility of nodules occurring after treatment.

PCL is known to stimulate fibroblasts and induce the production of collagen and elastin fibers when absorbed into the dermal layer.

Collagen is a key component that determines skin thickness and density, while elastin dictates skin elasticity. When these two fibers are activated, they can help restore thinned dermis to health and improve fine lines and loss of elasticity.

PCL polymer continuously stimulates the skin to induce autologous collagen production. After a certain period, it naturally breaks down into water and carbon dioxide and is safely expelled from the body.

What's the difference from Juvelook?

Many people are curious about the differences between Juvelook (PDLLA), a well-known collagen skin booster, and PCL skin boosters. These two treatments show clear distinctions in the formulation characteristics of their active ingredients and their target effects.

Differences in Formulation and Mechanism of Action

Juvelook involves injecting fine porous particles mixed with water, which then stimulate surrounding tissues to regenerate new tissue. PCL skin boosters, however, are different in that they are a pure liquid formulation with no particles. When injected into the skin, they spread evenly throughout the tissue without clumping, forming a 3D matrix.

Distinction in Primary Improvement Goals

Juvelook offers benefits in improving indented acne scars, enlarged pores, and localized volume and skin texture in specific areas. In contrast, PCL skin boosters are more suitable for reducing fine lines across the entire face, restoring thinned dermal thickness, and enhancing overall skin density and elasticity.

Stability and Formulation Characteristics

PCL skin boosters, being a liquid formulation without solid particles, have the advantage of reducing the risk of nodule (particle clumping) side effects that can occur with injectable treatments.

We recommend this treatment for those who:

Are concerned about fine lines and decreased skin elasticity across the entire face

Feel their skin is thin, lacking firmness, and has reduced density

Are worried about nodules, bruising, or swelling after injectable treatments

Have rough-looking skin texture or desire naturally smoother skin changes

Are looking for a treatment that helps autologous collagen regeneration while minimizing pain

Are looking for natural skin tightening effects

What is the clinical evidence for PCL?

PCL components have been confirmed through various studies to promote dermal regeneration and induce collagen production.

Sustained Collagen Bioreaction of PCL Polymer: PCL components have been confirmed to stimulate fibroblasts in our body's dermal layer, aiding in the production of type 1 and type 3 collagen and elastin.

Stability and Spreadability of Solubilized PCL: Liquid PCL, unlike particulate forms, spreads evenly throughout surrounding tissues when injected into the dermal layer, helping to improve dermal density without clumping.

Efficiency of MTS/RF-based Delivery Systems: Drug delivery methods utilizing micro-channels reduce epidermal irritation and bleeding compared to direct manual injection, helping the drug spread stably throughout the entire dermal layer.

A Word from the Director

"As we age, skin thins and fine lines increase due to a decrease in collagen and density in the dermal layer. Many people are concerned about skin laxity when they look in the mirror.

For these individuals, I recommend PCL skin boosters.

Because it is a pure liquid form without particles, it reduces concerns about clumping and spreads smoothly throughout the dermis, helping to restore a firm feeling from within the skin.

If you have typically been hesitant about pain or injection marks, or have been looking for a treatment that reduces concerns about nodule side effects, I recommend experiencing PCL skin boosters."

Benefits of the treatment

Expectation of improved skin structure through PCL polymer formulation.

Autologous collagen regeneration is promoted, leading to smoother and more natural elasticity over time.

The liquid, particle-free formulation helps reduce the risk of nodule formation and skin irritation.

Its biodegradable and bioabsorbable properties ensure safe expulsion from the body without residues after a certain period.

Basic Treatment Information

Treatment time: 40-60 minutes

Anesthesia method: Anesthetic cream (15-30 minutes)

Recovery period: Daily life possible immediately after treatment

Recommended for

Those concerned about fine lines, decreased skin elasticity, or thinned dermal thickness

Those seeking natural collagen regeneration effects without concerns about nodules

Q&A

Q. What is the recommended cycle?

A. Generally, we recommend undergoing the treatment once every 4 weeks for a total of 2 to 3 sessions. Afterwards, the need for additional management will be determined based on the patient's skin condition.

Q. What is PCL Skin Booster?

A. PCL Skin Booster is an autologous tissue regeneration promoter primarily composed of high-molecular PCL (Polycaprolactone). It comes in a thin, liquid form without particles and naturally decomposes and disappears within the body. It spreads throughout the deep dermal layer of the skin, promoting collagen production and helping to improve skin density and elasticity.

Q. Are there any treatments that can be combined with it?

A. Good synergy can be expected when combined with Potenza RF treatment. Potenza delivers high-frequency energy to the dermal layer through micro-needles, inducing collagen production. Utilizing a layering technique during this process helps deliver necessary ingredients deep into the skin while minimizing product loss. We strive to minimize discomfort during this procedure.

Q. When do the effects appear?

A. Approximately 2-3 weeks after the treatment, you can expect improved skin texture and a smooth, hydrated feeling. The PCL component slowly diffuses within the dermal layer, promoting collagen production. As a result, improvements in skin density and elasticity may become more apparent after 1-2 months. Individual results may vary.

AFTERCARE GUIDE (Precautions)

You may temporarily experience redness, slight swelling, or an embossed appearance in the treated area. Most of these symptoms typically subside naturally within 1-3 days.

For about one week after the treatment, it is advisable to avoid alcohol, smoking, saunas, swimming pools, and strenuous exercise.

Avoid rubbing the treated area excessively or applying unnecessary stimulation.

It is recommended to discontinue the use of scrub-type products that can irritate the skin for at least one week.