What is 'Core Lifting' Drawing the Attention of the MZ Generation?
Currently, the most spotlighted trend in the beauty industry is 'core lifting'. Centered around the MZ generation (the generation born between the 1980s and early 2000s, combining Millennials and Generation Z), interest in this innovative lifting procedure is rapidly increasing.
The MZ generation tends to value efficiency while respecting individuality. They prefer procedures with less downtime and immediate effects compared to traditional large-scale plastic surgeries. Core lifting perfectly meets these needs of the MZ generation.
Core lifting is a general term for procedures that achieve a natural and lasting lifting effect by approaching the root cause of skin sagging and stimulating the 'core' part of lifting. It does not mean a single procedure, but rather brings out optimal results by combining various latest technologies tailored to an individual's skin condition and concerns.
Understanding the Mechanism of Skin Sagging
For effective lifting, it is important to first understand the causes of skin sagging. Skin sagging is mainly caused by the following factors.
Decrease in Collagen/Elastin
What supports skin elasticity is collagen and elastin present in the dermal layer. These proteins peak in one's 20s and gradually decrease with age. Collagen gives firmness to the skin, and elastin plays the role of maintaining the skin's elasticity. When these decrease, the skin slowly begins to sag.
Decline in Fibroblast Function
Fibroblasts are important cells that produce collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. When the function of these fibroblasts declines due to aging, stress, or UV damage, the skin's regenerative ability weakens and sagging progresses.
Cellulite/Poor Blood Circulation
Surprisingly, it is not well known that the stagnation of blood and lymphatic circulation causes sagging. When waste products accumulate and form edema and cellulite, the weight of the skin increases and sagging accelerates. Core lifting aims for comprehensive improvement by addressing all of these root causes.
Representative Procedures of Core Lifting
Core lifting includes various latest technologies. Here, we introduce procedures that are particularly popular among the MZ generation.
Liftera Lifting (Liftera)
Liftera is a lifting procedure that uses ultrasound energy. It uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology to directly target the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layer deep within the skin.
Features of Liftera:
- Adopts a 'dual irradiation method' combining two types of handpieces: pen type and line type
- Enables precise treatment even in delicate areas such as under the eyes, cheekbones, and nasolabial folds
- Less pain compared to traditional HIFU procedures
- Lifting effects can be felt immediately after the procedure
- The effect lasts for about 6 months to 1 year
LDM (Water Drop Lifting)
LDM is a procedure that uses special ultrasound technology to deliver micro-vibrations to skin cells. Through these vibrations, fibroblasts are activated, and the production of collagen and elastin is promoted. Because it provides a delicate stimulation 'like falling water drops', it is also called 'Water Drop Lifting'.
LDM is suitable for those with sensitive skin or those who dislike strong stimulation, and it is gaining popularity as a procedure that aligns with the MZ generation's tendency to 'pursue natural beauty'.
Scarlet Laser
Scarlet Laser is an innovative procedure that combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with microneed
