{"procedure":{"id":"sonotherapy","name":"SONOtherapy","type":"individual","family":"SONOtherapy","category":"SONOtherapy","price":"low","pain":1,"downtime":1,"visible_in":4,"lasts":1,"summary":"Ultrasound-assisted skin care","explanation":"SONOtherapy uses ultrasound-assisted care to support serum penetration, hydration, calming, and skin recovery. It should be positioned as supportive skincare rather than a corrective medical procedure.","target":"serum penetration, hydration, calming, skin recovery","description":"SONOtherapy uses ultrasound-assisted care to support serum penetration, hydration, calming, and skin recovery. It should be positioned as supportive skincare rather than a corrective medical procedure.","detail":{"id":"sonotherapy","name":"SONOtherapy","price":{"basis":"1 session, full face (often bundled after lasers)","krw_max":60000,"krw_min":50000,"varies_by":"sessions"},"dosage":{"unit":"sessions","options":[{"tag":"Add-on","note":"Post-procedure calming","amount":"1 session","coverage":"Full face","description":"Typically added after laser toning or fractional treatments.","krw_typical":55000}],"unit_explainer":"It's sold per session, usually as an add-on after lasers or as a regular care program."},"header":{"one_liner":"A clinic-specific supportive ultrasound skincare treatment.","target_tags":["Calming","Hydration","Post-laser care","Glow"],"category_label":"REGENERATION","technology_label":"ULTRASOUND CARE"},"details":{"sessions":"As needed; often weekly or with each laser session","aftercare":"Many gentle skincare sessions allow a same-day return to routine; irritating products, active dermatitis and combined procedures can change aftercare. Follow the individual clinic’s instructions.","anesthesia":"None","regulatory":"Care-level device; specific device not identified","technology":"Low-intensity ultrasound skincare (sonophoresis)","measurement":"Sessions","manufacturer":"Not identified — at Wayb, SONO/cryo/vitamin care appear to be modes of a multi-function skincare device ('스킨케어 복합기' in its equipment list); Diore model unknown","repeat_interval":"1-2 weeks or with each procedure","technical_specs":null,"before_treatment":"No special preparation.","safety_suitability":"Generally safe. Avoid over active infection or open wounds; ask if pregnant or if you have an implanted electronic device."},"recovery":{"flying":"Possible","makeup":"Same day","alcohol":"No restriction","exercise":"Same day","sauna_heat":"No specific restriction (follow aftercare for any combined laser)","back_to_daily":"Immediately","common_side_effects":["Rarely mild redness"]},"references":[],"quick_facts":{"pain":"None (painless)","downtime":"None","results_last":"Days; supportive care","treatment_time":"15-30 min","results_visible":"Immediately (calmer, hydrated skin)"},"alternatives":[{"name":"LDM","catalog_id":"ldm","consider_when":"You want a Korean dual-frequency ultrasound care with more device data."},{"name":"Cryotherapy","catalog_id":"cryotherapy","consider_when":"You mainly need cooling/calming after lasers."},{"name":"Hydrafacial","catalog_id":"hydrafacial","consider_when":"You want cleansing plus hydration in one facial."}],"before_after":[],"good_to_know":["A generic SONO treatment may use routine ultrasound-based care and is not necessarily the Sonocare brand device. If the exact device, added active ingredients, or LED use are not clearly identified, they may not be verified. Your treating doctor will decide whether this treatment is suitable for you."],"how_it_works":{"steps":[{"body":"Skin is cleansed, often right after a laser or peel.","title":"Cleanse"},{"body":"A calming or regenerating ampoule/gel is applied.","title":"Apply serum"},{"body":"A low-intensity ultrasound probe glides over the skin to help the product absorb (sonophoresis).","title":"Ultrasound massage"},{"body":"A soothing mask and sunscreen complete the care.","title":"Finish"}],"how_delivered":"Low-intensity ultrasound (sonophoresis) to enhance topical product penetration and soothe.","illustration_idea":"Ultrasound waves pushing serum droplets into the top skin layer.","what_touches_skin":"Smooth ultrasound probe with serum/gel","what_it_feels_like":"Gentle gliding, slightly cool or warm; relaxing."}}}}