Skin Booster reviews are notably polarized.
"Life-changing procedure" and "a waste of money" are attached to the same product name.
It's highly likely that both reviews are not lies.
It's just that the reasons for each person's skin breakdown were different.
Please take just 1 minute to read this.
Not the same 'bad skin'
When you feel your skin has broken down, different conditions are mixed within it.
| Cause | Symptoms felt | Necessary direction |
|---|---|---|
| Reduced moisture retention | Inner dryness, makeup caking | Moisture binding |
| Barrier damage | Stinging and redness | Soothing and barrier recovery |
| Reduced regenerative power | Rough skin texture, marks lasting long | Regeneration stimulation |
| Reduced elasticity | Enlarged pores, blurred contours | Dermal elasticity |
When skin is said to have broken down after a period of sleep deprivation, for some, it's a loss of moisture, and for others, it's a damaged barrier.
Approaching with the same product will only be suitable for one side.
The point where reviews diverge
Reviews saying "it became moisturized" after receiving a moisture-based treatment and "my elasticity remained the same" are both correct.
This is because the treatment was aimed at moisture.
The problem is that people reading reviews only look at the results without knowing their own underlying cause.
If you determine your cause first before reading reviews, conflicting reviews can actually become valuable information.
(※ Effects and reactions may vary depending on individual skin conditions, and suitability for treatment is determined through consultation with medical staff.)
Simple checks to identify the cause
While an accurate judgment is made during consultation, there are ways to gauge it yourself.
- If your skin feels tight immediately after washing and makeup cakes, it leans towards moisture issues.
- If certain products sting and your skin easily reddens, it leans towards barrier issues.
- If marks last long and your skin texture is rough, it leans towards regeneration issues.
- If pores and contours are less visible when lying down, it leans towards elasticity issues.
It's common for two or three causes to overlap, so start with the one that has the largest proportion.
If you felt there was no effect
It may be better to re-examine the cause before receiving the same treatment again.
If the direction is misaligned, it can be difficult to feel a difference even with more sessions.
You should also check the timing of your judgment. Most Skin Boosters are designed to build up over multiple sessions, so judging after just one session may be premature.
What can be considered for each concern is summarized in Choose a Skin Booster by Concern, Not by Product.
Frequently Asked Questions
Reviews are completely opposite, which one is correct?
Both can be correct. It depends on whether the treatment's target cause matched the reviewer's cause.
How do I know the cause of my skin problems?
You can gauge it by signals such as tightness, stinging, how long marks last, and changes in pores when lying down. An accurate judgment is confirmed during consultation.
I didn't see any effect, should I get it again?
If the direction is misaligned, it can be difficult to feel a difference even with more sessions. Re-examining the cause is the first step.
Can I judge after just one session?
Most are designed to build up over multiple sessions, so judging after just one session may be premature.
What if multiple causes overlap?
Start with the one that has the largest proportion and determine the order to proceed through sessions.
Recovery and Downtime: Course of Injection-based Treatments
Red spots or small swelling may remain for a day or two along the injection sites, and if bruising occurs, it may last a few more days.
It is advisable to avoid saunas and strong massages for the first two days.
Changes tend to appear over multiple sessions.
How is the cost structured?
The cost is not determined by the price of a single product.
It varies depending on the area, total number of sessions, combination of ingredients, and whether anesthesia and soothing care are included.
It is more accurate to inform you of the exact cost after a consultation to confirm the cause.
Visit and Consultation Information
O.N Clinic is located near Gangnam Station, making it easy to access by subway.
For any questions before your visit, you can easily inquire via Chat for consultation now. Through consultation, you can coordinate cause identification, session planning, and appointment schedule.
It is more accurate to determine the ingredients and number of sessions after checking your skin condition during an in-person consultation.
Written by: Dr. Oh Seung-min (Chief Director of O.N Clinic, graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine, Academic Committee Chairman of the Korean Laser Dermatology and Hair Society). For detailed history, please refer to Medical Staff Introduction. First published 2026-07-21 / Last reviewed 2026-08-15
This article is for general information purposes only, and suitable treatments and results may vary depending on individual conditions.
