Sofwave Lifting Near Incheon Airport on Yeongjong-do

SUPERB Technology: Synchronized Parallel Beam Ultrasound

Sofwave’s SUPERB (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) technology represents a fundamental advance in ultrasound-based aesthetics. Unlike micro-focused ultrasound (MFU) devices that create individual thermal coagulation points, SUPERB generates seven parallel cylindrical beams that create a continuous 3D thermal zone at precisely 1.5mm depth in the mid-dermis. This uniform heating pattern ensures that the entire collagen matrix within the treatment zone receives consistent thermal stimulation at 60-70 degrees Celsius, the optimal temperature range for collagen denaturation and subsequent neocollagenesis. The parallel beam architecture also means fewer energy passes are needed compared to single-focal-point devices, reducing total treatment time to 30-45 minutes for a full face.

Mid-Dermis Targeting and Collagen Remodeling

The mid-dermis at 1.5mm depth contains the highest concentration of collagen and elastin fibers responsible for skin firmness and elasticity. This is the same zone where age-related collagen degradation first manifests as visible laxity and wrinkle formation. By precisely targeting this layer, Sofwave initiates a three-phase wound-healing cascade: (1) immediate collagen contraction from thermal denaturation, producing an initial tightening effect; (2) inflammatory phase with fibroblast activation over 1-4 weeks; and (3) remodeling phase with new type I and type III collagen and elastin deposition over 2-6 months. Histological studies confirm a 30-40% increase in collagen density at the treatment depth at 12-week follow-up. The Sofcool integrated cooling system simultaneously maintains the epidermis below 45 degrees Celsius, preventing surface thermal injury and eliminating the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Clinical Evidence for Sofwave Efficacy

A prospective multicenter study by Goldan et al. (2023) evaluated Sofwave treatment in 116 subjects and reported 87% of patients showing clinically significant improvement in facial and neck wrinkles at 12 weeks, with results maintained at 52-week follow-up. The study documented a mean wrinkle severity reduction of 1.4 points on the Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scale. Importantly, no serious adverse events were reported, and patient satisfaction exceeded 90%. A separate split-face randomized controlled trial by Boen et al. (2021) demonstrated superior outcomes for the SUPERB parallel beam approach compared to conventional single-beam ultrasound, with 23% greater improvement in skin elasticity measurements at 6-month follow-up.

Multi-Depth Combination: Sofwave + Onda

RE:BERRY Incheon Airport’s Double Line-Up protocol combines Sofwave (1.5mm mid-dermis) with Onda Coolwaves (2-9mm deep dermis and subcutaneous fat) to address multiple tissue layers in a single session. Onda’s microwave-based Coolwaves technology selectively targets water molecules in the deep dermis and subcutaneous fat, producing controlled thermolysis that tightens deep tissue and reduces localized fat deposits. The complementary mechanism provides tightening from the surface collagen layer through the deep fascial structures, resulting in more comprehensive facial contouring than either device alone.

Goldan O et al. Prospective multicenter evaluation of a novel SUPERB ultrasound technology for non-invasive facial skin tightening. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023;22(4):1287-1295. doi:10.1111/jocd.15599

Boen M et al. Split-face randomized controlled trial comparing synchronous ultrasound parallel beam technology versus conventional single-beam microfocused ultrasound. Lasers Surg Med. 2021;53(8):1042-1049. doi:10.1002/lsm.23384

Halachmi S et al. Treatment of wrinkles and skin tightening using Sofwave’s novel SUPERB technology: First large-scale prospective trial. J Drugs Dermatol. 2021;20(11):1169-1175. doi:10.36849/JDD.5879