Treatment Overview
Sculptra is a collagen biostimulator made from poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), designed to restore lost facial volume and stimulate natural collagen production. Unlike fillers, which give instant volume, Sculptra works gradually over weeks to months, rebuilding the skin’s structural foundation for long-lasting firmness and youthfulness.
It is often compared with Filorga NCTF 135HA, a French mesotherapy booster rich in hyaluronic acid and over 50 active ingredients:
- Sculptra: Best for long-term collagen regeneration, facial volume restoration, and structural anti-aging.
- Filorga NCTF: Best for hydration, nutrition, and skin glow.
Korean dermatologists often use them together—Sculptra for deep structural collagen + NCTF for hydration and radiance.
Purpose & Benefits
- Collagen Stimulation: Rebuilds dermal support and elasticity.
- Volume Restoration: Gradually fills hollow cheeks, temples, and folds.
- Wrinkle Reduction: Improves deep lines and skin laxity.
- Skin Tightening: Creates firmer, more youthful contours.
- Natural Results: Collagen grows slowly, avoiding an “overdone” look.
- Synergy with NCTF: Sculptra restores structure, while NCTF hydrates and nourishes skin cells.
Ideal Candidates
Sculptra in Korea is recommended for:
- Adults in their 30s–60s with facial volume loss, sagging, or deep wrinkles.
- Patients with hollow cheeks, temple loss, or nasolabial folds.
- Men and women comparing Sculptra vs Filorga NCTF:
- Sculptra: Best for deep collagen stimulation, lifting, and contouring.
- Filorga NCTF: Best for hydration, glow, and fine wrinkle care.
- Those seeking combination therapy for structure + glow.
Possible Risks & Complications
Sculptra is FDA and KFDA-approved, but temporary effects may include:
- Redness, Swelling, or Bruising: Common injection-related effects.
- Tenderness or Lumps: May occur, minimized with proper massage and skilled injection.
- Rare Risks: Nodules if improperly injected (rare in expert Korean clinics).
Techniques Used
- Deep Dermal Injections: Sculptra placed into deeper layers to stimulate collagen.
- Micro-Cannula Technique: For safer, even distribution.
- Targeted Mapping: Focus on cheeks, temples, jawline, and folds.
- Combination Therapy: Frequently paired with Filorga NCTF, Rejuran, or HA boosters.
- Multi-Session Protocol: Usually 2–3 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart.
Recovery & Aftercare
- Immediately: Redness or swelling at injection sites.
- 1–3 Days: Mild tenderness; swelling subsides.
- 2–4 Weeks: Early collagen stimulation becomes noticeable.
- Maintenance: Results may last 2+ years, with touch-ups as needed.
Aftercare Tips:
- Massage treated areas 5 minutes, 5 times/day, for 5 days (the “5×5 rule”).
- Avoid alcohol, intense exercise, or saunas for 1–2 days.
- Apply SPF 50+ daily.
- Keep skin hydrated.
Results & Longevity
- Immediate: Temporary fullness from injection fluid (subsides in a few days).
- Short-Term (1–2 Months): Gradual improvement in volume and firmness.
- Medium-Term (3–6 Months): Strong collagen stimulation, wrinkle reduction, natural lift.
- Long-Term: Results last 2+ years, extended when combined with NCTF and maintenance sessions.
Treatment Process in Korea
- Consultation & Skin Analysis – Doctor maps areas of volume loss and sagging.
- Preparation – Cleansing, numbing cream, or local anesthetic.
- Injection Session – Sculptra injected with needle or micro-cannula.
- Optional Add-On: Filorga NCTF for hydration and surface glow.
- Post-Care: Cooling mask, LED light therapy, soothing serums.
- Follow-Up: 2–3 sessions spaced over months for long-lasting results.
Why Korea is a Top Destination
- Korea is a leader in advanced collagen-stimulating injectables.
- Access to authentic, KFDA-approved Sculptra and Filorga NCTF.
- Dermatologists specialize in combination protocols for lifting + glow.
- Lower cost than Western clinics, with higher expertise.
- Seoul is world-famous for natural anti-aging and glass skin treatments.
Cost Range (Detailed Breakdown)
Pricing for Sculptra in Korea depends on number of vials and combination packages:
- Single Vial Session: USD 400 – 700
- 2–3 Vial Session (most common): USD 800 – 1,500
- Sculptra 2-Session Package: USD 1,500 – 2,800
- Sculptra + Filorga NCTF Combo: USD 900 – 1,800 per session
- Luxury Anti-Aging Package (Sculptra + NCTF + PRP/Exosomes): USD 2,500 – 4,000
Additional Costs in Korea:
- Consultation: USD 20 – 50
- Numbing & post-care: USD 20 – 40
- Add-ons (PDO threads, PRP, exosomes): USD 200 – 800
💡 Patients often describe Sculptra as the “collagen regenerator” and Filorga NCTF as the “nutrient glow booster.” Together, they deliver lifted, firm, and radiant skin.
Popular Clinics
- Banobagi Dermatology (Seoul): Specializes in Sculptra + NCTF anti-aging combos.
- Oracle Dermatology (Seoul): Offers Sculptra lifting with NCTF glow therapy.
- Renewme Skin Clinic (Seoul): Known for collagen biostimulation and skin boosters.
- View Plastic & Dermatology (Seoul): Combines Sculptra with PDO threads and NCTF.
- Chaum Anti-Aging Center (Seoul): Premium regenerative Sculptra + NCTF programs.
