Korean Filler Brands: The Essential Guide (2025)
Why Korean Fillers?
Korea’s aesthetics scene is built on consistency, high-volume clinical experience, and frequent device updates. Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers dominate because they’re versatile, reversible with hyaluronidase, and can be tailored to lips, lines, volume, and contour. If you’re planning treatment in Seoul or Busan, understanding the major Korean brands helps you talk clearly with your injector.
The Big Five (Made in Korea)
1) Neuramis — Medytox
Positioning: broad portfolio (Light/Deep/Volume) used for lips, nasolabial lines, and midface support. Known for cohesive gels that balance spreadability and shape retention. Medytox+1
2) YVOIRE — LG Chem
Positioning: long-running Korean HA line for wrinkle correction and volume, built on LG’s in-house HA and cross-linking know-how; popular for midface, folds, and contour. LG Chem+2LG Chem+2
3) Revolax — Across
Positioning: Fine/Deep/Sub-Q series widely used for lips, folds, jawline, and structural work; reputation for predictable handling and competitive pricing. across.kr+2across.kr+2
4) Elravie — Humedix
Positioning: Balance/Light/Deep/Ultra Volume variants; often chosen for structured shaping and durability across midface and contour zones. humedix.com+2TOPSMEDI+2
5) Chaeum Premium — (Hugel)
Positioning: four-step range (1–4) tuned by cross-linking level for fine lines → deeper volumizing; commonly used for natural, uniform outcomes. TOPSMEDI+2Belle Pharm+2
How Clinics Match Brand to Goal
- Lip shaping & perioral lines: softer/medium G′ gels for clean borders without stiffness (e.g., Neuramis variants; Revolax Fine/Deep depending on technique). Medytox+1
- Nasolabial/marionette folds: mid to higher G′ options that hold lift yet mold smoothly (YVOIRE, Revolax Deep, Elravie Deep). LG Chem+2TOPSMEDI+2
- Midface/cheek support & contour: firmer, projection-friendly gels that resist compression (YVOIRE portfolio; Elravie Ultra Volume; Revolax Sub-Q). LG Chem+1
- Fine lines/texture polish: lighter cross-linking or smaller particle sizes for superficial planes (Chaeum 1–2; select Neuramis lines). TOPSMEDI+1
Safety & Approvals (Plain Language)
- MFDS approval is Korea’s baseline for medical devices; leading brands above are marketed domestically under this framework. (Manufacturers publicly reference MFDS registrations and quality systems.) Medytox+1
- Global approvals vary. Some Korean fillers are not FDA-cleared in the U.S.; that doesn’t equal “unsafe,” but it matters for where they can be marketed. Ask your clinic what’s approved where you live. MEDICA DEPOT
- Injector skill > brand. Cannula/needle choice, depth, bolus size, plane, and anatomy mapping drive outcomes more than the label on the box.
How to Choose (Quick, Clinic-Ready)
- Name your goal. Lips? Smile lines? Jawline? Midface? Your target dictates gel rheology.
- Show references. Photos communicate “soft vs structured” better than words.
- Confirm product & batch. Ask to see the unopened box, lot number, and expiration before treatment.
- Start conservative. It’s easier to add later than to dissolve and redo.
- Plan maintenance. Most HA fillers settle between ~6–12 months depending on site, metabolism, and product family. (Your injector will set realistic intervals.)
Aftercare Essentials in Korea
- Skip saunas, hot baths, intense workouts, and alcohol for 24–48 hours (or as advised).
- Sleep head-elevated the first night; avoid pressing the area.
- Use sunscreen daily; UV degrades outcomes faster than you think.
- If you feel increasing pain, blanching, or dusky color—contact your clinic immediately.
FAQ
Which Korean brand lasts the longest?
Longevity varies by
area + technique + metabolism. Cheeks/jawline with firmer gels often outlast lips or dynamic zones.
Are Korean fillers reversible?
Yes—these are hyaluronic acid fillers and can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if needed (medical judgment required).
Can I mix brands?
Clinics often keep one brand family per plane/area in a session for predictability, but experienced injectors do mix thoughtfully across zones.
