In the consultation room, I often hear people say, "I received Rejuran, but it doesn't seem to be effective."
However, when I listen to their stories, it's often not the procedure itself, but rather that their skin concerns and the direction Rejuran aims for were misaligned.
That's why, before recommending Rejuran, I always check one thing first.
Does this concern truly align with Rejuran?
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The Real Reason Why People Say Rejuran Isn't Effective?
When I hear the phrase "it's not effective," I first re-examine the type of concern.
This is because, in most cases, it's not that Rejuran is wrong, but rather that the concern initially required a different approach.
No matter how good a procedure is, you can only expect the desired change if it aligns with your skin condition and concerns.
To use a clothing analogy, just as a well-made garment can look awkward if it doesn't fit your body type, satisfaction with Rejuran increases when the concern and the direction align.
Rejuran is a procedure that injects ingredients into the skin to help improve skin texture and regeneration.
Therefore, it can be helpful for concerns related to skin texture and internal skin conditions, such as enlarged pores, redness, dryness with severe inner tightness, fine lines, and overall loss of elasticity. For concerns outside this scope, the direction may differ.
If deeply sagging, thick wrinkles are the main concern, it may be difficult to feel the expected change with Rejuran alone.
In such cases, considering Lifting & Tightening procedures together may be more appropriate, so it's important to clearly distinguish the type of concern during the initial consultation.
More details on this distinction are organized in the article Comparing Types of Facial Wrinkle Treatments.
What Concerns Does Rejuran Work Well With?
Concerns that align well with Rejuran's approach can be broadly divided into two categories:
One is problems with skin texture and internal skin condition, and the other is problems with elasticity.
| Type of Concern | Manifestation | Relationship with Rejuran's Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Skin texture & internal condition | Enlarged pores, frequent redness, severe inner dryness, shallow fine lines | Aligns with skin texture improvement |
| Loss of elasticity | Thin, weak skin with overall reduced elasticity | Can consider an approach to help with elasticity management |
| Sagging & deep wrinkles | Thick, deeply sagging wrinkles, contour sagging | Differs from the direction of Lifting & Tightening procedures |
Since the suitability of Rejuran varies depending on the type of concern, understanding which category your skin falls into is the starting point.
If enlarged pores are your main concern, you might also find the article Approaching Enlarged Pores helpful.
Another point to remember is that Rejuran is a procedure where changes appear as the skin slowly regenerates.
This is why it's easy to feel "no effect" if you expect dramatic changes immediately after one or two sessions.
Changes appear gradually, and the response may vary depending on the individual's skin condition.
The effects and reactions of Rejuran may vary depending on the individual's skin condition, and swelling, redness, bruising, and pain may appear at the injection site. The applicability, type, and number of treatments are determined through consultation and examination by medical staff.
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Many people worry about pain when discussing Rejuran, and that aspect is covered separately in Things to Consider When Looking at Rejuran Reviews.
Why Is Consultation and Diagnosis First?
To properly experience the effects of Rejuran, sufficient consultation and diagnosis are as important as the medical staff's procedural skills.
This is because it's necessary to first distinguish whether your concern is a problem of skin texture, redness, or pores, or a problem of sagging that requires Lifting & Tightening, in order to determine suitability.
During consultation, I generally go through the following steps:
- Confirming what type of concern your current skin condition is closer to.
- Reviewing which type of Rejuran is more suitable for that concern.
- Sharing a rough plan for the number of sessions and intervals.
- Determining if combination with other procedures is necessary.
- Adding a diagnosis to examine skin texture and elasticity.
Proceeding with the procedure without consultation might be faster.
However, a procedure that doesn't consider individual concerns will always leave something to be desired, no matter how good it is.
To avoid spending time and money on "no effect," confirming suitability for your concern from the beginning can ultimately be a better choice.
The process of accurately understanding your skin condition and the direction of your concerns through sufficient consultation before the procedure is the most basic starting point for experiencing the expected changes.
Before Rejuran Procedure, Check 'This'
If you are considering Rejuran, I recommend checking a few things before deciding on a clinic.
Whether the following aspects are well-addressed during the consultation process can serve as a criterion:
- Do they distinguish the type of your skin concern?
- Do they review suitability together rather than just recommending the procedure?
- Do they specifically guide you on the type that suits your concern, from products focused on hydration and skin texture like Rejuran HB+ to those approaching elasticity recovery?
- Do they explain if a standalone procedure is sufficient or if combination treatment is necessary?
As there are various types of Rejuran, it's important to receive specific guidance on which product is more suitable for your concern.
(※ The need for combination procedures may vary depending on individual skin conditions, and this is determined through diagnosis by medical staff.)
If you are curious about the characteristics of each product, please refer to Information on Rejuran HB and Summary of Rejuran Effects and Pain in Sinnonhyeon.
Post-procedure care also affects the results.
Receiving sufficient guidance from medical staff on sun protection, moisturizing care, and precautions immediately after the procedure, and following them, can help maintain the effects.
If shallow fine lines around the eyes or on the forehead are a concern, the article Examining Skin Booster and Rejuran Together can also be helpful in setting a direction.
If you are unsure whether your concern aligns with Rejuran, you can write down your condition and ask for guidance first through Chat for a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
I received Rejuran, but I feel it's not effective. Why is that?
It's often because your skin concerns and Rejuran's approach are misaligned.
Rejuran is a procedure that can help improve skin texture and internal conditions such as pores, redness, fine lines, and loss of elasticity. For concerns with a different direction, such as sagging or deep wrinkles, the results may vary.
Also, due to its characteristic of showing gradual changes, expecting immediate effects may lead to disappointment.
What skin concerns is Rejuran well-suited for?
It is generally well-suited for concerns such as enlarged pores, frequent redness, severe inner dryness, shallow fine lines, and overall loss of elasticity.
However, suitability and response may vary depending on the individual's skin condition, so it is advisable to confirm through sufficient consultation with medical staff before the procedure.
How many Rejuran sessions are needed to feel a change?
Since it is a procedure where changes appear as the skin slowly regenerates, it may be difficult to feel immediate changes with one or two sessions.
The number of sessions and intervals vary depending on the individual's skin condition and concerns, and it is best to plan through consultation with medical staff.
Why is pre-procedure consultation so important?
Even with the same Rejuran, suitability varies depending on whether the concern is a problem of pores, redness, or elasticity, or a problem of sagging that requires Lifting & Tightening.
Sufficient consultation and diagnosis to first confirm if Rejuran is suitable, what type is appropriate, and if combination treatment is needed, can reduce disappointment after the procedure.
What reactions can occur after a Rejuran procedure?
Swelling, redness, bruising, and pain may appear at the injection site.
These reactions vary depending on the individual's skin condition, and it is helpful to receive sufficient guidance from medical staff before the procedure and follow the precautions.
What About Recovery and Downtime?
Rejuran is an injection-based procedure that injects ingredients into the skin.
Therefore, swelling, redness, numbness, and mild bruising may appear at the injection site, and needle marks may be visible for a short time.
These reactions generally subside within a few days, but there may be individual differences depending on skin condition.
Immediately after the procedure, it is helpful for recovery to temporarily avoid heavy makeup or saunas that could cause irritation, and to ensure sun protection and moisturizing.
Specific recovery patterns and precautions vary depending on the type and area of the procedure, so we recommend following the guidance of medical staff.
How Is the Cost Structured?
The cost of Rejuran is not fixed at a single amount but is determined by several factors.
The factors that determine the cost are as follows:
- What type of Rejuran is used (e.g., HB+ focused on hydration and skin texture, or types that address elasticity)
- The area and extent of the injection site
- How the number of sessions and intervals are set
- Whether combination with other procedures is included
- Whether post-care guidance is provided
These conditions can vary depending on how they are combined.
Therefore, even for the same Rejuran, the composition will differ according to your concerns and plan.
The exact cost will be provided through consultation after checking your skin condition and treatment plan.
Visit and Consultation Guide
O.N Clinic is conveniently located near Sinnonhyeon and Gangnam Station, making it easily accessible by subway.
If you are wondering whether Rejuran is suitable for your concerns or what type is appropriate, organizing your skin condition and concerns before your visit can make the consultation much smoother.
You can easily inquire about appointments and consultations via Chat Consultation, and you can also receive guidance on visit times and procedures.
Author: Dr. Oh Seung-min (Representative Director of O.N Clinic, graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine, Academic Chairman of the Korean Laser Dermatology and Hair Society). For more details on his background, please refer to Medical Staff Introduction. First published 2026-07-07 / Last reviewed 2026-08-15
This article is for general informational purposes only, and suitable treatments and results may vary depending on individual conditions.
