Comfort-grade facial menu · multi-modality

Basic Skin Care

Five basic skin care modalities under one consult: LALAPEEL superficial chemical peel, Aquapeel hydrodermabrasion (blackhead-removal focus), Ionto iontophoresis, Ionzyme (Environ ionto + sonophoresis + vitamin A), and LDM ultrasound (dedicated page). IV Drip is operated as a SEPARATE track at /procedures/iv-drip-seoul/ due to distinct clinical screening and regulatory framing. We position each modality as comfort and maintenance — NOT cure.

Board-Certified

Dermatologist

AAD International Fellow

IFAAD

FDA-cleared

Where applicable

MFDS-registered

Korean MoH&W

Reviewed personally by Dr. SangYoul Yun

Board-certified Dermatologist · AAD International Fellow (IFAAD) · IFAAD-verified

Overview

Basic skin care hub in Gangnam by a board-certified dermatologist — 5 comfort and maintenance modalities (LALAPEEL, Aquapeel for blackheads, Ionto, Ionzyme, LDM). IV Drip is operated as a separate service track.

Best for

Dull, congested, or rough texture between treatment visits
Hydration boost / glow before an event
Transdermal vitamin C / HA / peptide delivery
Sensitive-skin maintenance — non-laser, non-thermal options
Post-procedure recovery (2-4 weeks after fractional / microneedling)
Same-day combo (e.g., Aquapeel + Ionto + LED)
Low-commitment first visit before higher-stakes procedures

Suited for

Adults 19+; typical patient 20-65.
FST I-VI — non-laser, non-thermal modalities. Mild peels still require SPF.
Sensitive skin + post-procedure recovery patients
Maintenance-cadence patients between primary treatments
Single-trip international patients (all modalities are downtime-free)
Multi-language consultation available; female staff on request.

Duration

Consultation 20-30 min

Single modality 30-60 min

Combo same-day (Aquapeel + Ionto + LED + IV Drip) 90-120 min

Sessions

LALAPEEL 4-6 sessions at 2-4 week intervals

Aquapeel 6 monthly sessions (Freedman 2008 protocol)

Ionto and Ionzyme weekly to monthly per protocol

LDM separate page

IV Drip patient-driven cadence (no rigorous course-evidence base)

Downtime

None across all 6 modalities

LALAPEEL mild erythema 1-2 hours and possible Day 2-3 flaking

Ionzyme mild flushing 30-60 min

Strict daily mineral SPF 50+ for all modalities (especially Ionzyme retinoid)

Peak result

Single-session glow lasts 2-3 weeks

Course endpoint (4-6 sessions over 2-3 months) modest texture / hydration / tone improvement

NO permanent structural change

Pair with primary procedure plan for sustained anti-aging

Timeline

Within 1 hour
LALAPEEL: mild erythema 1-2h + immediate glow. Aquapeel: immediate smoothness + reduced pore congestion. Ionto / Ionzyme: mild flushing 30-60 min.
Day 1-3
LALAPEEL: possible flaking Day 2-3, fresh skin Day 3-5. Aquapeel: smooth tone maintained 3-5 days. Ionto / Ionzyme: ingredient effect builds gradually.
Day 3-7 (single-session peak)
Glow and hydration last 2-3 weeks. Single sessions appropriate for event prep, NOT sustained transformation.
Course endpoint (4-6 sessions, 2-3 months)
LALAPEEL: cumulative texture refinement + fine-wrinkle modest reduction. Aquapeel 6 monthly: epidermal thickening + pore + pigmentation reduction. Ionzyme: modest anti-photoaging signal.
Long-term
NO permanent structural change. Sustained benefit requires ongoing cadence + primary procedure plan (Ultherapy / Thermage / Sculptra / Rejuran) as foundation. Basic skin care = maintenance layer.
Honest ceiling
Modest effect sizes. We do NOT use 'cure' / 'permanent' / 'reverse aging' / 'detox' language.

Devices

Basic Skin Care Menu — LALAPEEL · Aquapeel · Ionto · Ionzyme · LDM

LALAPEEL (Korean) · Aquapeel / hydrodermabrasion (Korean + US) · Ionto (medical device, low-level direct current) · Environ Ionzyme (South Africa) · LDM (Wellcomet — see dedicated page)Aquapeel: MFDS Class II; US-brand DiamondGlow / Hydrafacial FDA-cleared. Ionto: FDA-cleared for drug delivery. LDM: see /procedures/ldm-seoul/. Modalities are positioned as comfort + maintenance adjuncts.

Key specs

LALAPEEL: Korean proprietary lactic / AHA superficial peel + soothing mask
Aquapeel: 4-step blackhead extraction + serum infusion (Freedman 2008 RCT)
Ionto: 0.1-0.4 mA/cm² delivers ionized actives at 7-15x passive diffusion
Ionzyme (Environ): combined ionto + sonophoresis + vitamin A C-Quence
LDM: dual-frequency ultrasound — dedicated /procedures/ldm-seoul/ page
: All modalities positioned as comfort + maintenance — NOT substitute for medical therapy
: Sensitive-skin compatible across menu (non-laser, non-thermal)
Same-day combo: Aquapeel + Ionto + LED in 90-120 min (focused 2-3 modality combo, not full-menu)

Process

01
Consultation + 20-30 min facial assessment. We redirect patients seeking primary treatment for acne / rosacea / melasma / photoaging / hair loss to the appropriate procedure category.
02
Modality selection — LALAPEEL (lactic / AHA peel + mask), Aquapeel (4-step blackhead extraction + serum infusion), Ionto (vitamin C / HA iontophoresis), Ionzyme (Environ ionto + sonophoresis + vitamin A), LDM (separate page).
03
LALAPEEL session — cleanse → peel solution 2-5 min → neutralize → soothing mask 10-15 min → SPF. 30-45 min. Mild erythema 1-2h. Course: 4-6 sessions at 2-4 week intervals.
04
Aquapeel — 4-step protocol: cleanse with hydrating solution + suction → glycolic / salicylic acid softens keratin plug → vortex extraction → HA + antioxidant serum infusion + optional LED. 45-60 min. No downtime. Course: 6 monthly per Freedman 2008.
05
Ionto — cathodic iontophoresis 0.1-0.4 mA/cm² × 10-15 min delivers ionized actives at 7-15x passive diffusion. Pacemaker / implanted defibrillator / pregnancy = contraindication.
06
Ionzyme (Environ) — combined ionto + sono + vitamin A C-Quence serum. 45-60 min. Multi-session course for gradual retinoid adaptation. Mild flushing 30-60 min post-session.
07
LDM cross-reference — dedicated procedure at /procedures/ldm-seoul/. Different mechanism (athermal ultrasound, no chemical / electrical / IV).
08
Combo same-day — popular: Aquapeel + Ionto + LED in 90-120 min. We recommend focused 2-3 modality combo, NOT full-menu upselling. Effect sizes do NOT multiply additively.

“Injectables and energy devices are performed by physicians — never delegated to non-physician staff. The clinic is led by a board-certified dermatologist.”
— Dr. SangYoul Yun · Clinic Director · Board-Certified Dermatologist · AAD IFAAD

Aftercare

Day 0 (first 24h)
LALAPEEL: bland emollient 2x + SPF 50+, no makeup 4-6h, no heat / exercise / alcohol 24h. Aquapeel: makeup OK after 1h, SPF as usual. Ionto / Ionzyme: SPF 50+ (Ionzyme retinoid sensitivity).
Day 1-3
LALAPEEL: continue emollient + SPF; do not pick flaking. Avoid retinoids, AHA / BHA, vitamin C, BPO for 3-5 days. Aquapeel: resume normal skincare. Ionzyme: strict SPF 50+ mandatory (retinoid UV sensitivity).
Weeks 1-2
Course continuation per modality cadence: LALAPEEL 2-4 weeks · Aquapeel monthly · Ionto / Ionzyme weekly to monthly. Pre-session photos for tracking. Report persistent redness, swelling, or new symptoms.
Long-term
NO permanent change — sustained benefit requires ongoing cadence. Pair with primary procedure plan for structural anti-aging.

FAQ

Why is IV Drip on a separate page?

IV Drip requires renal / G6PD / pregnancy screening, different regulatory framing (no FDA approval), and different consent intensity. Bundling it with comfort-grade topicals risks under-informing patients. See /procedures/iv-drip-seoul/ for the full detail.

LALAPEEL vs Hydrafacial / Aquapeel?

LALAPEEL is a chemical peel (lactic / AHA + soothing mask) — stratum-corneum exfoliation. Aquapeel is a 4-step mechanical + serum infusion focused on BLACKHEAD AND COMEDONE EXTRACTION. Complementary — often alternated (LALAPEEL every 4-8 weeks + Aquapeel monthly).

Ionzyme vs regular iontophoresis?

Ionzyme (Environ South Africa) combines iontophoresis + sonophoresis + vitamin A C-Quence serum for gradual retinoid skin adaptation. Regular Ionto is iontophoresis only with vitamin C / HA.

Can basic skin care replace medical acne / rosacea treatment?

No. Foundation remains topical retinoid + BPO + antibiotic / isotretinoin for acne; metronidazole / ivermectin / doxycycline + IPL / vascular laser for rosacea. LALAPEEL is mild adjunct, NOT primary therapy.

How is LDM different from these modalities?

LDM uses NO chemical, mechanical, electrical, or IV component — dual-frequency athermal ultrasound only. Gentlest option for sensitive / rosacea-prone / post-procedure recovery skin. See /procedures/ldm-seoul/ for full detail.

FST V-VI safety?

Mostly yes. All modalities are non-laser, non-thermal, low PIH risk. Caveats: start conservative on LALAPEEL; Ionzyme retinoid requires gradual buildup; we will not push IV glutathione for 'whiter' skin (evidence-based pigmentation therapy = hydroquinone / tranexamic / SPF).

Can I do all modalities in one visit?

Combo viable but we do NOT recommend full-menu stacking. Popular: Aquapeel + Ionto + LED in 90-120 min. Same-day LALAPEEL + Aquapeel = over-exfoliation. Ionzyme + Ionto = redundant. We recommend focused 2-3 modality combo.

Pricing in Seoul?

Korean market per session: LALAPEEL ~₩50,000-₩150,000 · Aquapeel ~₩70,000-₩200,000 · Ionto ~₩30,000-₩100,000 · Ionzyme ~₩80,000-₩200,000. Combo packages discount. Per-session quote at consult.

Basic skin care or primary procedure first?

Primary procedure first, basic skin care as comfort layer on top. Sustained anti-aging benefit comes from primary procedures (Ultherapy / Thermage / Sculptra / Rejuran). Basic skin care = maintenance layer, never primary plan.

Notice

Tell the dermatologist at consultation if any of the following apply.

Ionto / Ionzyme: pacemaker, ICD, deep brain stimulator, or active electrical implant
Any modality: active skin infection or HSV at site
LALAPEEL / Aquapeel: recent isotretinoin within 6 months
Ionzyme retinyl palmitate: pregnancy or known retinoid intolerance
Active autoimmune flare (defer until stable ≥ 3 months)
Active photosensitizing medications (coordinate with prescribing physician)
BDD or unrealistic expectations (we decline if expectations cannot be re-calibrated to comfort-grade)

For your visit

Single-trip viable for any itinerary length — all modalities downtime-free.
Multi-trip NOT required — basic skin care is comfort-grade. Aquapeel / Ionto available globally; LALAPEEL and Ionzyme more region-specific.
Pre-trip virtual consult available; multi-language support.
Female-staffed treatment room on request.
Written quote pre-flight; per-session schedule + modality recommendation.
Discharge packet: modalities used, products, photos, English clinical summary with Dr. Yun's stamp.

References

The clinical claims on this page — device specs, efficacy timelines, safety profile — are supported by the primary sources below. Each citation links to the original paper or regulatory record.12 refs

[1]Hydradermabrasion: an innovative modality for nonablative facial rejuvenation — Korean / US RCT n=20 (epidermal thickening + polyphenolic antioxidant deposition). J Cosmet Dermatol (Freedman) (2008).
[2]Efficacy and tolerability of a novel cosmetic growth factor serum with biweekly diamond tip hydradermabrasion — multi-ethnic n=29 photoaging. J Cosmet Dermatol (Huang) (2024).
[3]In vitro evaluation of the effect of electrotreatment on skin permeability — iontophoresis enhanced sodium ascorbyl phosphate delivery 7-15x. J Cosmet Dermatol (Marra) (2008).
[4]Optimization of bipolar iontophoresis parameters for the skin penetration of a negatively charged hydrophilic cosmetic active — 9.6-fold ascorbyl glucoside skin penetration improvement. Int J Pharm (Salas) (2025).
[5]Randomized clinical efficacy of superficial peeling with 85% lactic acid versus 70% glycolic acid — fine-wrinkle reduction over 3 monthly applications. An Bras Dermatol (Prestes) (2013).
[6]A comprehensive bibliographic review concerning the efficacy of organic acids for chemical peels treating acne vulgaris — AHA / BHA review. Molecules (Mageruşan) (2023).
[7]Comparison of five retinoids for anti-photoaging therapy — retinyl palmitate (RPalm) effective at 5 µg/mL in vitro and 5 mg/kg topical UVB mouse model. Photochem Photobiol (Shu) (2023).
[8]Combination of topical and oral glutathione as a skin-whitening agent — double-blind RCT n=46 (oral + topical superiority; IV route NOT studied). Int J Dermatol (Wahab) (2021).
[9]Glutathione as a skin whitening agent — facts, myths, evidence and controversies (Philippines FDA 2011 IV glutathione public warning documented). Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol (Sonthalia) (2016).
[10]High-dose vitamin C induced prolonged factitious hyperglycemia in a peritoneal dialysis patient — case report (renal-disease IV vitamin C caution). J Med Case Rep (Lachance) (2021).
[11]Nicotinamide Riboside Supplementation Benefits in Patients With Werner Syndrome — double-blind RCT (oral NR; rare-disease population, NOT cosmetic anti-aging). Aging Cell (Shoji) (2025).
[12]Korean Medical Service Act (의료법) Article 27 — clinic-operation specialist-naming requirement (CLINIC-LEVEL, not per-procedure license). Korean Ministry of Government Legislation (2024).

Reviewed byDr. SangYoul Yun· Board-Certified Dermatologist · AAD International Fellow (IFAAD) · ASLMS Member · Former Director, Banobagi Dermatology · KHIDI-registered International Patient Institution· Last reviewed 2026-05-16

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Notice: Individual results may vary depending on skin condition, treatment history, and recovery factors. All treatment plans are determined through individual consultation with a board-certified dermatologist. The information on this page is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice or guarantee specific outcomes.

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