Lifting
Dermatology
Does InMode Really Work? The Truth About Lifting Procedures and Selection Criteria
2026-04-10
The InMode procedure, which allows you to refine your facial contours without surgery, is garnering significant attention, but many people are hesitant due to various concerns regarding its effectiveness and side effects. To make it easy for first-time learners to understand, I will explain everything step-by-step, from the principles of InMode to how to prevent side effects.
Three-sentence summary
InMode is a procedure that uses high-frequency energy to stimulate collagen for increased elasticity and acts on the fat layer to refine facial lines.
You can feel the effects more clearly if there is some fat, and bruising or swelling often recovers naturally within 1 to 2 weeks.
Choosing an experienced medical team capable of adjusting output and performing customized procedures is a crucial factor that significantly influences the results.
Table of Contents for this Content
First, let's understand what InMode is.
Check InMode price range
Understanding InMode Side Effects
Reasons why bruises form
How to reduce side effects
InMode Recommended Targets
Key points during the procedure
1. First, let's understand what InMode is.
InMode is a procedure that uses radio frequency (RF) energy to deliver heat to the deep layers of the skin. Simply put, it stimulates collagen within the skin to improve elasticity and affects the fat layer to refine facial contours.
Usually, two functions are used together:
FORMA → Improves skin elasticity and fine lines
FX → Fat reduction (double chin, cheek fat, etc.)
So, it is easier to understand if you view it not as a simple lifting procedure, but as a "treatment that combines elasticity and fat reduction."
The main effects of InMode are as follows:
Jawline refinement (double chin improvement)
The effect of making the face look smaller by reducing cheek fat
Increased skin elasticity (improved sagging)
However, there is an important point. If you have some fat, you tend to feel the effects well, but if you have almost no fat, the results may not be significant. Therefore , it is really important to confirm during the consultation whether your face type is suitable for InMode.
2. What is the price range for InMode?
While it varies from hospital to hospital, the general range is as follows:
1 session: Approximately 100,000 to 300,000 won
3~5 Session Package: Approximately 300,000 to over 1,000,000 KRW
The reason for the price difference is usually due to these factors:
Treatment area (chin only / whole face)
Shot count (energy usage)
Medical staff experience
Authenticity of the equipment
If the price is too low, there is a possibility that the output is low or the number of shots is insufficient, so it is important to consider the quality of the treatment along with the price.
3. Should I be worried about InMode side effects?
The typical reactions that may occur are as follows:
bruise
swelling
heat sensation / stinging
A phenomenon where the skin temporarily appears bumpy
In most cases , it recovers naturally within 1 to 2 weeks.
4. You were curious about why bruises form, weren't you?
InMode FX is a method that delivers high-frequency waves while gently suctioning the skin. During this process, small blood vessels are compressed or microscopically damaged, causing bleeding beneath the skin, which then becomes visible on the surface and appears like a bruise .
In other words, you should view it as a reaction that can occur due to the structure, rather than a mistake in the procedure.
5. To minimize side effects, it is recommended to do the following.
There is only one thing that matters most here. The choice of hospital significantly influences the outcome.
Medical staff with adjustable output
If it is too strong, bruising/irritation increases.
If it is too weak, the effect decreases.
This is why experienced medical staff are important.
Customized treatment tailored to your facial condition
If there is a lot of fat → FX center
If elasticity is the focus → FORMA center
Doing things too aggressively might actually be counterproductive.
Post-procedure care is also important.
Apply a cold compress
Avoid alcohol and sauna for 2-3 days
Avoid pressing hard on the face or massaging.
6. I especially recommend this to the following people
For those concerned about a double chin or chubby cheeks
For those who want to naturally refine their facial lines
For those who want a lifting effect without surgery
7. Finally, a key point to remember
InMode is a procedure where "results vary significantly depending on who performs it." Since results differ even with the same equipment due to variations in output settings, treatment area, and design method , selecting the right hospital and medical staff is of the utmost importance.
At K-DOC, we select and showcase hospitals based on criteria such as extensive experience with procedures, verified medical staff, and a focus on avoiding excessive low-price promotions.
