Energy boost
principle
Remodel existing collagen with heat,
and turn on regeneration signals
Onset of effect
1–3 months
Ongoing
6 to 18 months
The procedure
HIFU, RF, microwave
A collagen stimulator that helps my skin produce its own collagen
Collagen made by my body
lasts a long time.
Applicable skin layer
1
Epidermis — color, protective barrier
2
Upper dermis — texture, moisture
3
Lower dermis — elasticity
4
Fat layer — volume
5
Fascia — supporting membrane
6
Muscle — Balance
7
Bone — Basics
STEP 01
Insert a substance that dissolves in the body into the skin
Inject biodegradable materials such as PCL and PLLA to a specified depth.
STEP 02
The body recognizes this as "stimulation".
A planned foreign body reaction begins within a controlled range.
STEP 03
Collagen-producing cells are moving
Fibroblasts (the collagen factories in the skin) are activated.
STEP 04
The substance you put in disappears over the course of several months.
It is metabolized in the body without leaving any residue.
STEP 05
Only the collagen I made remains.
Elasticity and density increase over several months.
Why Does Collagen Decrease?
Collagen begins to decrease in production around the age of 20.
Not only the speed of aging, but the rate at which it decreases also varies depending on sunlight, hormones, and inflammation.
Natural decrease
After age 20, it steadily decreases by about 1% each year.
The first 5 years after menopause
Hormonal changes accelerate the loss of skin collagen.
UV decomposition
Ultraviolet rays directly break down collagen in the skin.
Without sun protection, the effectiveness of any rejuvenation procedure is cut in half.
How much collagen is left at each age?
If you take your 20s as 100, this is what it looks like when you show the amount remaining every 10 years.
Cells make collagen.
Fibroblasts = the collagen factories in the skin
There are thousands of "collagen factories" in 1㎠ of skin. If these factories are tired,
even the best stimulant produces a weak response.
On the other hand, if the factories are in good condition,
more collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid are produced even with the same stimulus.
Things the factory makes
Collagen Types I and III
The main ingredient for structure and elasticity
Elastin
Skin elasticity
Hyaluronic acid
The skin’s moisture reservoir
These three things are not something that need to be supplemented separately; if there is a healthy factory, they are made together.
A · Unstable Cell State
Rushed collagen
Stiff and blends awkwardly with the tissue.
When the skin barrier is compromised and irritation is applied, cells respond in "emergency" mode. The collagen produced at this time has a rough texture, and the results may appear unnatural. (Related pathway: TGF-β1)
B · Stable Cell State
Collagen naturally and firmly woven like your skin
It's smooth, and the results last a long time.
When the barrier is intact and receives stimulation, cells respond in "normal regeneration" mode. The collagen produced at this time is the kind of regeneration we want. (Related pathway: TGF-β3)
Obliv's Treatment Guide
That’s why Obliv checks the condition of your skin barrier before any treatment. If a treatment is performed while the barrier is compromised, the results can look unnatural.
Energy, direct filling, and stimulation
What is different among the three?
Even when it comes to the same "skin regeneration," there are three approaches. The starting point is knowing which one is right for you.
✅ Obliv's Treatment Guide
Does not make any one of the three the answer. Obliv combines the three depending on the patient's layer condition and target timing.
The ratio of remodeling (energy) + new collagen (stimulation) + necessary volume correction (filling) varies from person to person.
Approach Based on Age-Specific Concerns
If you're wondering when to start
20s · Prevention
My skin is still fine, so why should I do it early?
Collagen loss during this period is not visible in the mirror, but it has already begun. At this stage, "reinforcement" is not about reversing visible changes, but about slowing the rate of decline itself.
Obliv's Access
Skin barrier care + control the pace with minimal irritation.
30s · Maintenance
When you look in the mirror,
if you start to feel that "something has changed"
This is the point when your skin’s volume, elasticity, and texture begin to change together. It may not be very noticeable yet, but starting now can help you build up noticeable differences before major changes appear.
Obliv's Access
Collagen stimulation + combined with necessary energy-based procedures.
Ages 40 and above · Recovery
How can what has already decreased
be restored?
When collagen loss has progressed, a single treatment may not be enough. A combination that remodels existing collagen with energy and stimulates new collagen production may be effective.
Obliv's Access
Designing energy + stimulation + the necessary volume correction after layer-by-layer diagnosis.
Collagen Boost Treatment
Although both procedures are called "collagen injections," they work differently.
BIOSTIMULATOR · Stimulatory Type
Collagen-stimulating injection
An injection that stimulates your body to produce collagen. The effects take time to appear, but they last a long time.
Inject biodegradable ingredients such as PCL and PLLA into the lower dermis. Through a planned foreign-body reaction, fibroblasts are induced to produce new collagen. The injected material gradually disappears over several months, while the newly produced collagen remains.
prevention-focused
Long-term investment
Fundamental approach
SUPPLEMENT · Supplementary
Collagen injection
An injection that directly replenishes pre-made ingredients. It works quickly, but periodic repeat treatments are necessary.
Directly injects HA (hyaluronic acid) and other skin-derived ingredients into the upper dermis and epidermis. Quickly improves hydration, elasticity, and skin texture. Used alongside other procedures during the recovery and maintenance stages.
Immediate effect
Hydration and Elasticity Boost
Improves skin texture
It lasts longer when used with Contour energy treatment.
When the two directions come together, the results last longer.
Energy procedures remodel the collagen that is already there. Collagen-stimulating injections create new collagen.
When the two approaches are combined, existing collagen becomes firmer while new collagen is replenished. This is why Obliv designs an energy + stimulation combination.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When do collagen-stimulating injections start to show results?
Yes, it is possible. Since collagen decreases by 1% every year after age 20, starting it in your 20s for preventive purposes—even if you don’t yet have sagging or wrinkles—is effective for maintaining higher baseline levels.
How long do the effects last?
It depends on the quality of the collagen produced and individual metabolism. In general, it often lasts about 12 to 24 months. Results vary from person to person and may differ depending on skin barrier condition, lifestyle habits, and UV protection care.
What is the difference between collagen injections and stimulating injections?
The effects begin to appear 1 to 3 months after the procedure and reach their maximum at 3 to 6 months. Even after the injected substance is completely broken down in the body, the collagen your body produces remains, lasting 12 to 24 months.
At what age should I start?
Purpose matters more than age. If your goal is prevention, the approach differs in your late 20s to early 30s; for maintenance, in your 30s; and for recovery, from your 40s onward.
Can I receive it together with energy lifting?
The effects vary from person to person, but there is a synergistic effect when used together. Energy-based procedures remodel existing collagen, while stimulating injections create new collagen. When these two approaches are combined, the results last longer.
Are there any side effects?
Temporary swelling, bruising, and a feeling of nodules may occur. In most cases, these ease within a few days to a few weeks, and accurately controlling the injection depth and amount is key to reducing nodules. Checking the condition of the skin barrier before the procedure helps minimize side effects.