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2015년 12월 30일 수요일

Beware of burns in the winter!

I ain't talking about sunburns, though UV protection is still important even in the wintertime. Cold weather means we humans turn to modern-day technology to keep us warm at home, because blankets and sweaters just aren't enough. We've got electric heaters, as well as microwaveable heat packs, electric blankets, electric hand warmers, and probably more that I can't think of right now - you'll be surprised how creative people can get these days when it comes to keeping warm. And for example, if you're not careful enough, and leave your skin in contact with something hot and fall asleep, you may fall victim to burns. The severity of burns can vary, depending on how deep in the skin it reaches. Here is a quick review of the different burns you may come across.

1. First Degree Burns
First degree burns affect the most superficial, outer layer of the skin, known as the epidermis. This could be a typical sunburn, or can be caused by intense heat that touches the skin for a very short period of time - like a curling iron or a pot, the type that instinctively makes you snatch your hand away and suck your finger or whatever area was burned. Most of the time, treatment is not separately needed; some cold water is fine and the skin heals itself naturally within a few days.

2. Second Degree Burns
Second degree burns (partial thickness) reaches parts of the dermis, which is the layer underneath the epidermis, and can be caused by boiling water, direct contact with fire,boiling oil, and such. Most second degree burns result in blistering, underneath which is red and swollen skin. Exposure to air can worsen these kinds of injuries, so either leave your blister alone, or remove the water only and find a dermatologist without peeling the blister off.

3. Third Degree Burns
Third degree burns extend through the entire dermis as well as the subcutaneous fat layers, and can be caused by fire, steam, high-voltage electricity, chemical substances, etc. The wounds in this case are very deep and cause tissue necrosis, causing extreme swelling but surprisingly not so much pain. There is no complete solution for this other than skin grafting.

And if you do get burned for any reason (though of course, the best case scenario would be not to be burned at all), here is what the standard treatment would go like:


The would is first cleaned and disinfected before the doctor removes the blister. Then, after some light therapy to stimulate skin regeneration, the wound is completely sealed to keep in the medication and to avoid contact with germs in the air.

In other words, make sure to find a dermatologist who can treat your burns properly, to avoid worsening the burn or causing further wounds or scars!

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2015년 12월 29일 화요일

How to Treat a Red Face (Flushing/Blushing/Rosacea)

Blushing has always been one of my worst enemies ever since I was a child, and I'm sure many can relate. This flaming redness in the face can be caused by any number of reasons: when you're embarrassed, when it's hot, when it's cold, when you're angry, when you're drunk... it can be genetics, or environmentally triggered, or caused by other health conditions. In any case, the redness is caused when the blood vessels underneath the skin are dilated and show through; and any form of redness is considered a vascular condition which fortunately can be treated by a dermatologist. There isn't one magical cure that will rid you of all redness in one session, but with regular treatments and persistence you can stop worrying about covering up your color with makeup.


Excel V is the most advanced and effective laser for treating vascular skin conditions. Red acne marks, rosacea, spider veins (telangiectasia), you name it; this baby can treat it all. Compared to IPL, which is another light-based treatment that can help, Excel V can focus and adjust its energy for small specific spots instead of just generally on the whole face. You will notice the blood vessels disappearing before your own eyes; however, this effect is not permanent, and normally requires about 3 sessions (spaced at least 3 weeks apart) for longer lasting results.

Our dermatologists have also received Excel V laser treatment to test the results themselves, and they were not disappointed. Dr. Ko Na Young of our Hwagok branch had rosy cheeks and was treated by Dr. Ha Ji Hyun of our Jamsil branch.


Another advantage of Excel V is that the hand-piece includes an automatic cooling device that soothes the skin immediately after the laser is shot, to minimize any pain or discomfort. Numbing cream is not required, since the laser treatment is not particularly painful. The patient will need to cover his/her eyes, to be protected from the strong laser lights.

If you are wondering what the downtime is like:


This is Dr. Ko right after Excel V treatment, without any additional cooling/soothing facials or care. Very moderate compared to other lasers, don't you think? You can go straight back to work afterwards and nobody would notice.

So anyway, if you are looking for a trustworthy dermatologist in Seoul or Korea, for laser treatments on redness, flushing, rosacea, spider veins, all the vascular conditions; Renewme Skin Clinic is the place to go. FDA approved lasers, experienced dermatologists, English interpretation/translation available, what more could you need? Contact us today to book your consultation!

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2015년 12월 24일 목요일

2015 SoYoung Asia Medical Cosmetics Award Ceremony - Dr. Ha Ji Hyun


SoYoung, an online platform in China for users to share their experiences in cosmetic surgeries and procedures, hosted the 2015 Asia Medical Cosmetics Award Ceremony, in which Renewme Skin Clinic dermatologist Dr. Ha was nominated as the "Most Trusted Korean Doctor." Last weekend she flew over to Beijing to attend the ceremony and receive her award: a representation of a year of hard work and well-earned love and trust from her Chinese patients.





We left bright and early on Saturday morning, and once we arrived at Beijing a staff member of SoYoung was waiting for us to escort us to the hotel at which the ceremony would be held: China World Summit Wing, a five-star hotel that was really high up. The reception was located on the 64th floor, which is higher than the tallest building in Seoul! From the windows we were able to see nearby downtown and headquarters of CCTV, China's national broadcasting station.



After checking in, Dr. Ha reread her schedule, rested for bit, and headed straight to the ceremony, where an extravagant stage and hall were waiting for us.


Dr. Ha waiting to enter :)
Before the ceremony started, a wall was prepared for the nominated doctors to sign, and then some photo taking time. :D



The awards kicked off with some video clips of SoYoung community members who became widely known for sharing their plastic surgery journeys on the website. It was also a golden opportunity for anyone working in the medical cosmetics industry to catch up on the latest beauty/dermatology related trends of not only Korea, but all across China and Taiwan.

Smile, Dr. Ha :)
Next up, the award for "Most Trusted Korean Doctor" was presented to Dr. Ha Ji Hyun of our Renewme Skin Clinic Jamsil branch, who had produced safe and satisfactory results for Chinese patients throughout the year.




An interview was conducted after the ceremony. Dr. Ha first thanked all the patients who had trusted and supported Renewme Skin Clinic, and also expressed her gratitude for SoYoung, the platform that made all of this possible. In recent years there has been a sharp increase of Chinese patients coming to Korea for cosmetic procedures, to which Dr. Ha offered a word of advice: doing plenty of online research beforehand is important, but the secret to a successful beauty transformation is to thoroughly consult your options with the doctor performing the treatment, and to select the procedure that best matches your facial features. (On a personal note, I would think this applies to doctors too: in order to gain a patient's trust, it would be most important to place patient satisfaction and safety before anything else, instead of recommending expensive and unnecessary treatments to spike sales.)


To wrap up the day we had Peking duck for dinner - the famous Beijing roasted duck dish that you guys need to try if you ever have the chance to visit China! Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside... man, my stomach is growling already just thinking about it!


That marks the end of our short Beijing trip. A big shout out once again to all the patients from China and SoYoung who have shown us support for the past year! Stay tuned for 2016, and prepare for an even better experience at Renewme Skin Clinic. ;)

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2015년 12월 23일 수요일

Shurink (Ultraformer 3) HIFU for Non-Invasive Lifting

Dr. Ko Na Young of our Hwagok branch wrote a blog post a few months back when she tried Shurink on her mother. Seven weeks later she compared the photos to share with all of y'all, so you can see realistic examples of what kind of results to expect from Shurink.


Shurink, or any HIFU treatment, uses ultrasound energy to cause thermal-coagulation in the deep layers of the skin known as the SMAS. This in turn results in regenerated collagen and improved skin elasticity. Collagen regeneration usually takes about 90 days, which means best results show after about 2-3 months. Shurink can be applied to most aging areas of the face, including double chin, jawline, cheeks, nasolabial folds, sagging eyelids, fine lines, and more.


Before the procedure, Dr. Ko's mother still looks lovely and young for her age, but you can see that her upper cheeks are dimpled (known as the Indian band in Korea) and deeper lines from the nose to mouth (nasolabial fold).


7 weeks later, her lines have improved, and her eyes and jawline has become more defined. She is also quite satisfied herself, stating that her skin feels a lot firmer and she looks younger. Here's some live footage on another patient in case you are wondering what it looks like:


Non-invasive, no downtime face lifting at Renewme Skin Clinic! Contact us today for consultation.


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2015년 12월 21일 월요일

INNOfill Laser for Removing Under Eye Bags - Seoul, Korea

Of the many indicators of age that blossom as the years go by, sagging skin is one of the most visibly obvious ones. They say skin starts to age in your twenties, so don't consider yourself too young and start taking good care of your skin while you can! Slowly but surely, all humans lose tightness and elasticity in the skin, making the face look droopier and more tired. This also causes deep creases in the forehead, eyes, cheeks, chin, just about everywhere. Although it is not possible to stop aging altogether (at least God was fair in this aspect), there are procedures to at least slow down these effects, to help patients achieve a youthful, healthier, and fresher appearance.


As the skin tissues lose elasticity, they are no longer able to hold up the fat cells under the eyes, which in result causes the fat to protrude, or stick out. The simplest solution as suggested by many plastic surgery clinics is to remove the fat altogether. However, this can leave the excess skin even more wrinkly, can still relapse, and does not provide any concrete solution for the skin tissues that support the fat. Furthermore, surgery can leave the cheeks and under eyes looking even more sunken and hollow, which makes one look even older.

This patient underwent a laser procedure at Renewme Skin Clinic, that would help remove the fat as well as tighten the skin tissues underneath, for natural-looking improvement. This laser procedure, called INNOfill, was combined with a few dermal filler injections to add volume and youth to his face. The photo below was taken two months later.


The improvements are not perfect, but they are clearly visible and the patient seems to have gone back in time by at least 10 years!

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2015년 12월 18일 금요일

Bingo Bread - Recommended Bakery in Gangnam

Hands down, the most popular bakery chain in Korea is Paris Baguette; they've got branches in other countries, and literally one in every neighborhood in Korea. It's like the McDonald's of bread, and their reputation I personally think is well deserved, as the bread, cakes and pastries there are all seriously delicious. Sweet, buttery, savory, all the good stuff. However, after years of consuming bread at a franchise, there are times where you crave something that's not so factory made; something with more of a homemade touch. Or something a bit more luxurious and less commercial.

For that, there are a few private bakeries scattered around Seoul that are not so widely known but highly valued all the same. I don't know if it's some sort of secret recipe, or whether the bakers have studied abroad or something, but the bread from these shops are otherworldly and inexplicably delicious. Here is one such bakery in Seocho-dong (Gangnam), straight down the street from Renewme Skin Clinic Seocho: walk straight from Nambu Terminal Station exit 6, for about 10 minutes or so and you will see Bingo Bread on your right.





The bakery is quite spacious, with an open kitchen and plenty of tables to sit and enjoy your bread and drinks. Here is a menu with the drinks and coffees you can order (click to enlarge):


And now for all the bread!!!















I visited early in the morning, but I'd expect there would be a lot more variety if you visit in the afternoon. Even though I missed out on a lot, there was still so much to choose from and I will definitely be visiting again. The staff was also very pleasant and friendly, which made the visit even more enjoying. As for the bread, it was not too sweet (in a good way) and tasted somewhat healthier than usual. Everything here is a bit on the pricier side, but I would still recommend you try something from this bakery, just as a treat.

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2015년 12월 17일 목요일

Best Hair Removal Method?

Smooth, hairless, and silky skin is what most women are after these days, especially during the summer when our limbs are exposed for the majority. If you're one of those people struggling with stubborn body hair, you may have tried every sort of method there is for hair loss, in hopes of finding the best and most effective, yet affordable one. Dr. Yang, head of our Seocho branch, made an appearance on a KBS news program to discuss various methods and effects of hair removal.

The methods tested on this program were hair removal cream, waxing strips, epilators, and razors. All of these are common home remedies, but are all temporary solutions that cannot prevent the hairs from growing back. Plus, using hair removal creams also has its risk of side effects such as dermatitis or folliculitis, inflammation in the skin or follicles.



The safest and most effective hair removal method, according to Dr. Yang, is by laser. When done correctly by professional, laser hair removal leaves no scars or burns, and can yield permanent effects. The laser targets hair follicles that are still growing, which only account for about 10-20% of total hair. Therefore, to minimize any damage, at least 5 monthly sessions of laser are required to see full results.


Laser hair removal works for any part of the body; under arms, upper lip, arms, legs, bikini line, belly, back. chest, sideburns, you name it. Since you need at least 5 months for complete removal, it's best to start now while it's still winter, before t-shirt and shorts weather arrives!

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