Snow White Injection in Busan

What is Snow White Injection?

The Snow White injection is a brightening skin booster. Instead of working only on the surface, it delivers brightening and hydrating ingredients into the skin through fine micro-injections, addressing dullness and dryness at the same time.

It suits skin that looks dull, uneven or tired. For pigmentation such as melasma, a laser like Pico Toning is usually the main treatment, and the Snow White injection can complement it. For an IV approach to brightening, see the Baekok (Glutathione) Injection.

How Snow White Injection works

Brightening ingredients help the skin look clearer and more even, while hydrating ingredients improve moisture and light reflection. Over a series of sessions this creates a more radiant, translucent-looking complexion.

Consultation: your doctor checks your skin tone and any pigmentation and plans your treatment.
Treatment: after numbing cream, the booster is injected in small, even points.
After: you can return to daily life; repeat sessions every 2–4 weeks build the result.

Who is Snow White Injection for — and when we suggest something else

Good candidates

Your skin looks dull, grey or tired, especially in photos.
Dryness makes your tone look flat and uneven.
You want a clearer, more translucent look rather than lifting.
You use sunscreen daily and can protect results.
You can return for a series of sessions 2–4 weeks apart.

We may suggest something else if…

You have defined brown spots or melasma — laser toning such as Pico Toning or Brighton Toning targets pigment more directly.
Texture and pores matter more than tone — Juvelook Skin works on collagen.
You want an IV drip for overall wellbeing — that is a different treatment; see Vitamin C Injection.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have an active infection, rash or cold sore in the area. Treatment is postponed.

What happens at your Snow White Injection session in Seomyeon

Message us on WhatsApp first. Send us on WhatsApp (+82 10-2689-0370) a daylight photo without make-up, your main tone concern and your travel dates for a quote.
Consultation with Dr. Park. She checks whether dullness comes from dryness, pigment or redness. She then confirms Snow White suits you, alone or combined.
Preparation and numbing. Your skin is cleansed and numbing cream is applied for about 20–30 minutes.
The treatment. Injection takes about 10–20 minutes. You feel small pricks and see tiny bumps that settle soon after.
Out the door and follow-up. Mild swelling or needle marks may last 1–2 days. Plan the next session 2–4 weeks later.

How Dr. Park plans your Snow White Injection treatment

The Snow White injection is placed shallowly across the face in small, even amounts. Dr. Park focuses on the cheeks and areas where your tone looks dullest.

The amount and number of sessions are set at consultation, so pricing is quoted individually. Sessions are spaced 2–4 weeks apart, with three or more usually advised.

Results should look like brighter, healthier skin, not a changed skin colour. If pigment is behind the dullness, she may pair it with laser toning.

Side effects, risks and who should avoid Snow White Injection

Snow White Injection is generally well tolerated when performed by a doctor. Possible side effects include:

Small bumps or visible injection marks for 1–2 days
Redness, mild swelling or tenderness
Bruising at some injection points, which fades over several days
Rarely, infection, allergic reaction or persistent lumps — contact the clinic if anything worsens

Not suitable if you: are pregnant or breastfeeding; have an active skin infection, cold sore or inflamed acne in the area; have a known allergy to any ingredient; have an uncontrolled autoimmune condition; or tend to form keloid scars. Tell your doctor about all medications, especially blood thinners.

Snow White Injection vs Retigen, Pico Toning and Water Glow Injection: which should you choose?

Brightening options work in very different ways, so match the tool to the cause.

Treatment	How it works	Best for	Downtime	Results last
Snow White Injection	Brightening and hydrating booster	Dull tone with dryness	Mild swelling or needle marks for 1–2 days	Varies; 3+ sessions advised
Retigen	Nutrient and moisture booster	Dullness with rough texture	Mild swelling or needle marks for 1–2 days	Varies; 3+ sessions advised
Pico Toning	Picosecond laser targets pigment	Melasma and uneven spots	Back to daily life immediately	Varies by individual
Water Glow Injection	Hyaluronic acid hydration	Dry, dull skin	Mild swelling or needle marks for 1–2 days	Varies; 3+ sessions advised

Choose the Snow White injection if dullness and dryness go together. Choose Pico Toning for pigment, Retigen for texture, and Water Glow for pure hydration.

Aftercare after Snow White Injection

For about 3–4 hours, avoid lying face-down and do not rub the treated area.
On the day of treatment, skip saunas, hot baths, strenuous exercise and alcohol.
Do not massage or press firmly on the treated area.
Temporary swelling, bruising or tenderness can occur and usually settles on its own.
Results and how long they last vary with your skin condition and lifestyle.
Wear sunscreen daily to protect your brighter tone.

Travelling? Read our aftercare tips for travellers.

Downtime after the Snow White Injection, and flying home

Tiny bumps usually settle within hours, and faint needle marks fade within 1–2 days. Avoid lying down or rubbing your face for 3–4 hours. Skip alcohol, saunas, hot baths and hard exercise that day.

You can usually enjoy Busan the same afternoon, but wear sunscreen and a hat outdoors. Wait until the marks settle before jjimjilbang or beach time in strong sun. Most people resume make-up the next day. Mention your flight date to Dr. Park. See our aftercare tips for travellers.

Snow White Injection prices in Busan (KRW)

Pricing for Snow White Injection depends on the area, dose and plan your doctor recommends. Ask us on WhatsApp for a quote before your visit.

Listed amounts are non-covered treatment fees in Korean won (KRW) and exclude 10% VAT. Payment is made at the clinic on the day of your visit. Costs may vary with the treatment area and dosage, and results, recovery time and side effects differ from person to person. Details are explained during an in-clinic consultation.

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Will the Snow White injection lighten my natural skin colour?

No. It is designed to brighten a dull, tired look, not to change your natural skin tone. The aim is clearer, more even skin that looks healthy. Your underlying colour is set by genetics and is not something a skin booster alters. If you have specific dark patches, those need a different approach, usually laser toning. Dr. Park will explain what is realistic for your skin at consultation. Be wary of any treatment that promises to change your natural colour; that is not a safe goal.

Is the Snow White injection the same as a whitening IV drip?

No. This treatment is injected into the skin of the face as a skin booster. Whitening drips are given through a vein and affect the whole body rather than one area. They involve different ingredients, safety checks and timing. Our IV clinic offers drips such as the Vitamin C injection, which are a separate service. If you are interested in both, mention it on WhatsApp. Dr. Park can advise whether combining them makes sense. Never assume two brightening treatments are interchangeable.

How do I keep my skin bright after the Snow White injection?

Sun protection matters most. UV exposure quickly brings back dullness and pigment. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and reapply when you are outdoors in Busan. Keep your routine gentle: a mild cleanser, moisturiser and no harsh scrubs for a few days. Sleep, hydration and not smoking also help. A hat and sunglasses add extra protection outdoors. After the first series, maintenance timing depends on your skin and sun exposure. Dr. Park will suggest when to return, usually once your skin starts to look tired again.

Snow White Injection FAQ

How much does the Snow White injection cost in Busan?

Snow White injection pricing at Art of Shine Clinic in Seomyeon depends on the area and the plan your doctor recommends. Prices are in KRW and exclude 10% VAT. Send us a message on WhatsApp for a quote before your visit.

Does the Snow White injection hurt?

Numbing cream is applied for about 20–30 minutes first, so most people feel only light pricking and mild pressure. Sensitivity varies by area and person, and you can ask for a break at any time.

How many Snow White injection sessions do I need?

Most people are advised to have 3 or more sessions about 2–4 weeks apart. Brightening builds gradually, and daily sunscreen helps maintain it. How long results last varies with your skin and sun exposure.

Can I go sightseeing or fly after the Snow White injection?

Yes. Small bumps, redness or needle marks can last 1–2 days, but most people carry on with their day and can fly. Avoid saunas, hot baths, alcohol and hard exercise on the day, and tell your doctor about your travel dates.

Snow White injection or Pico Toning for dull skin?

Pico Toning is a laser that breaks up pigment such as melasma and uneven spots. The Snow White injection is a skin booster that brightens and hydrates from within. They work differently and are often combined for an even, radiant tone.

Who performs the Snow White injection?

Dr. Park Yoon-soo, Head Director of Art of Shine Clinic, consults and treats you herself. She trained at Kyungpook National University School of Medicine and completed her internship at Asan Medical Center.

Can I have the Snow White injection on a walk-in basis?

Please message us on WhatsApp first so we can check the schedule. We are open Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 and Sat 10:00–16:00, closed Sundays and for lunch 13:00–14:00.

Where is the clinic in Seomyeon?

We are on the 8th floor of 48 Seomyeon-ro (Burger King Building), Busanjin-gu. It is about a 3-minute walk from Seomyeon Station Exit 7, where subway Lines 1 and 2 meet.

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Park Yoon-soo— Head Director, Art of Shine Clinic Busan

Medical graduate of Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, intern at Asan Medical Center. Rejuran and Rejuviel Expert Member (PharmaResearch), Restylane Expert Member (Galderma), Belotero Key Doctor (Merz Korea) and 2026 Coretox Expert. Member of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society and the Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology.

This page is for general information and does not replace an in-person medical consultation. Results, recovery time and side effects vary from person to person.

Collagen & Skin Boosters · Seomyeon, Busan

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