Hello. I’m Lee Hong-seon, a dermatologist with 17 years of experience and the director of Mind Dermatology, where we focus on improving the essence of your skin with care. I often hear people ask, “I’ve heard Sofwave is good these days—do the results show up right away?” This is one of the questions I’m frequently asked during consultations at our Mapo clinic. The effects of Sofwave often appear gradually over a period of 1 to 3 months, rather than immediately after the procedure. This is because the treatment focuses on enhancing the skin’s natural elasticity rather than forcibly lifting it. It takes time for new collagen and elastin to form in the dermis, which is about 1 to 2 mm deep. Today, we’ll cover the timing of Sofwave’s effects—the question most frequently asked by those considering the treatment at Mapo Dermatology—as well as how it differs from Ulthera....... 