Nasolabial Fold Sculptra, Juvederm Voluma, and Nasolabial Fold Filler Procedure: How It’s Done, Immediate Post-Procedure Swelling & Post-Procedure Massage Method

Today, I’d like to show you the procedure process for Juvederm Voluma.

Before the procedure: 2024.08.20 – After the procedure: 2024.10.16

This photo was posted with consent and is an original photo of the same person, taken in the same location without any editing.

The effects of each procedure may vary, so please have a thorough consultation beforehand regarding possible side effects (pigmentation, bruising, swelling, etc.).

You can take your time to see how Juvederm Voluma is injected, what the actual product looks like, and how the massage is performed.

1. Juvederm Voluma
is injected using a cannula.

A cannula acts like a “pathway” that minimizes blood vessel damage.

When you see it in real life, the cannula is actually quite long,
and many people are surprised, thinking,
“Wait, you’re putting a needle this long into the face?!”

But this cannula—
its length may look intimidating,
but in reality, even if you poke it,
it’s gentle enough that it won’t draw a single drop of blood from the skin.

2. Juvederm Voluma

is used like a filler to improve facial contours, curves, and sunken areas.

However, Juvederm Voluma has a “twin”—
simply called “Juvederm”.

This one has slightly smaller particles, so it goes into the upper layers of the skin,

It is used for fine lines, pores, texture improvement, and the prevention of very shallow expression lines.

It is especially known to be effective when applied consistently to neck wrinkles.

3. Juvederm Voluma is in liquid form

Until now, I wanted to show that Juvederm Voluma is in liquid form,
but each and every drop is so precious that I couldn’t show it.

Using the photoshoot as an excuse, I finally got to let it flow freely and “waste” it a bit.

!!!!!!!BUT!!!!!!

No matter how liquid Juvederm Voluma is,
if too much is injected in one area excessively,
it can lead to lumps or other issues,
so delicate design and careful technique are absolutely necessary.

4. How to Find a Clinic That Performs the Procedure Carefully & Skillfully

Whether a clinic truly performs Juvederm Voluma procedures well or not
is actually hard to know unless you’re a staff member there.

1) A place that manages hydration well

It’s really hard to tell whether the hydration—almost like the “birth” of Juvederm Voluma—is being carefully monitored or not.

That’s why at our clinic, both I and our nursing team make a point of carefully observing the hydration while giving it attention and care,
and we always make sure to highlight this to our patients.

(Care Time & Love-Giving Time Exist)

2) Sufficient Procedure Experience

[Official Statement]

In Incheon, this is the second time, and in our district, it’s the first.
Across Paju, Gimpo, and Ilsan—in the entire western region—it’s the first.

Those who have received treatment or had a consultation at our clinic would know,
our clinic is not factory-style, nor do we achieve procedure numbers through quantity over quality,
so we consider this very meaningful.

3) Portfolio

Immediately after procedures,
without any promotional or sponsored posts,
and without any advertising,
I always share the before-and-after case portfolio of our actual patients at the clinic.

Case 95: Focused on Nasolabial Folds & Mid-Face Volume

4) Whether the clinic has a filler procedure portfolio

For Juvederm Voluma, which is a liquid-type filler,
the final shape isn’t immediately visible after the procedure like with traditional fillers,
so it’s true that the procedure can feel less burdensome for the practitioner.

Because of this, its popularity has increased,
and the number of recommended clinics and practitioners has likely grown exponentially.

However, the more procedures you do,
the more you realize that, like with fillers, careful design is essential.
It’s important to selectively fill sunken areas and avoid areas that shouldn’t be treated
to ensure a clear before-and-after effect.

If you’re considering collagen injections like Juvederm Voluma or Sculptra,
it’s a good idea to check whether the clinic is skilled at filler procedures as well.
If a clinic is good at fillers, they will naturally do Juvederm Voluma well too.

5. Swelling immediately after the procedure

Right after the procedure, there may be a slightly puffy or “dazed” appearance.

Swelling immediately after the procedure—ta-da!
Still, for most people, it usually goes down within about a week.

6. Juvederm Voluma & Sculptra

What about massage after collagen injection procedures?

Since the procedure method and treatment areas can vary depending on the clinic and the practitioner,
this massage method is tailored to my own procedure!

For detailed guidance, be sure to consult with your treating doctor and follow the instructions specific to your clinic.

In general, the 5-5-5 massage method is commonly recommended and explained.

In my case, the treated area can feel a bit sore after the procedure,
so it’s difficult to do it for a full 5 minutes.
(Also, with frequent check-ups and treatments in between, I don’t really have the time to carefully look at my face for a full 5 minutes…)

So! I do short 1–2 minute sessions, repeated 10–20 times more frequently!

The pressure doesn’t need to be strong—lightly shaking the area is sufficient.

Thank you.