Shurink Universe vs InMode at a glance

Both are popular in Korea for a slimmer, more defined lower face, but they work in different ways. Shurink Universe uses focused ultrasound to heat deep support tissue, while InMode Forma and Mini FX use radiofrequency to tighten the skin and target small pockets of fat.

Feature	Shurink Universe	InMode Forma & Mini FX
Technology	High-intensity focused ultrasound, HIFU (Classys, Korea)	Forma: bipolar RF with temperature control; Mini FX: RF with suction and short electrical pulses (InMode)
How it works / target depth	Focused thermal points in the dermis and down to the SMAS at about 4.5 mm	Forma heats the dermis and upper fat to a set temperature; Mini FX acts on small fat pockets
Best for	Jawline definition, early jowls, V-line lifting	Skin tightening plus small fat pockets under the chin and along the jowls
Comfort	Deep, brief heat at each shot, stronger over bone	Forma feels like a warm massage; Mini FX brings stronger pulses
Downtime	None	None
Sessions	One, repeated every few months	Best as a series, about 1–2 weeks apart
Results appear	Gradual over 1–3 months	Glow and tightness soon after; fat reduction over several sessions
Results last	About 3–6 months	Maintenance every 1–3 months after a series
Price from at Dernia	₩149,000 (300 shots)	₩129,000 (per session, one area)

How Shurink Universe works

Shurink Universe, made by Classys, focuses ultrasound into tiny thermal points beneath an intact surface. Cartridges set to different depths let the doctor treat the dermis and the deeper SMAS layer that supports the lower face. These points contract and remodel over the following weeks, giving a tighter jawline and a subtle lift. Because the energy is focused below the surface, the skin itself is left intact, so there is nothing to heal afterward and sessions fit easily into a sightseeing day.

How InMode Forma and Mini FX work

Forma is a bipolar radiofrequency handpiece that warms the skin to a target temperature and holds it there, with continuous temperature monitoring. It feels like a hot stone massage and gives an immediate sense of firmness, with collagen building over a series. Mini FX is a smaller applicator that combines RF heat, gentle suction and short electrical pulses aimed at small, stubborn fat pockets, such as a mild double chin or fullness at the jowls. Fat reduction builds gradually across sessions.

Choose Shurink Universe if…

Your jawline is softening and you want a deeper, lifted look
Early jowling comes more from loose support tissue than from fat
You prefer one session every few months over a weekly series
You want a fast treatment that fits easily into a short stay

Choose InMode Forma & Mini FX if…

You have a small pocket of fat under the chin or at the jowls
You want gentle, comfortable skin tightening with an instant glow
You can attend a series of sessions, for example during a longer stay
Your face is full rather than thin

Can you combine them?

Yes, and this is one of the most common contouring pairings in Korea. Shurink works on deep support, Forma tightens the skin and Mini FX addresses fat, so together they cover the main causes of a heavy lower face. They can be done on the same day; your doctor decides the order and adjusts energy so the area is not overheated. For a broader plan, the V-Line Contour Package combines Shurink with jaw Botox and fat-dissolving injections.

Cost comparison

At Dernia Clinic Myeongdong, Shurink Universe starts from ₩149,000 for 300 shots and InMode from ₩129,000 per session for one area. Shurink is usually a single session every few months, while InMode works best as a series, so a full InMode course costs more in total than a single Shurink visit. See current plans on the Shurink Universe price page and the InMode price page. Prices are in Korean won (KRW), exclude 10% VAT, and are confirmed at your consultation.

How our doctors decide

Your doctor checks whether heaviness comes from loose tissue, fat, a strong jaw muscle or a mix. Laxity points to Shurink, a pinchable fat pocket points to Mini FX, and mixed causes point to a combination. Fat reduction is used carefully in slim faces to avoid hollowing. If a square jaw comes mainly from a strong masseter muscle, neither device will slim it, and jaw Botox is the better tool.

RF and electrical-pulse treatments are not used if you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device; neither treatment is done during pregnancy or over active infection. Browse more treatment comparisons, or book a consultation and a licensed doctor will map out the right contouring plan for your face.

Is Shurink or InMode better for a double chin?

If the fullness is a small, pinchable fat pocket, InMode Mini FX is designed for it. If it is mostly loose tissue, Shurink usually helps more. Many people have both causes, which is why the two are often combined.

How many InMode sessions do I need?

InMode works best as a series, typically several sessions about one to two weeks apart, followed by maintenance every one to three months. Your doctor will suggest a plan based on your goals and how long you are in Seoul.

Does InMode hurt?

Forma feels like a warm massage and most people find it comfortable. Mini FX delivers stronger pulses that some people find intense for a few seconds. Energy is adjusted to your comfort.

Can I get Shurink and InMode on the same day?

Yes. This is a popular same-day combination in Korea. Your doctor sets the order and energy so the area is not overheated.

Can either make my face look hollow?

Over-treating a slim face with heat or fat reduction can cause a hollow look. Your doctor assesses your facial fat first and adjusts or avoids treatment where there is little to spare.

Treatments compared

Shurink Universe — Korean HIFU for jawline definition
InMode Forma & Mini FX — RF tightening and fat contouring
Fat-dissolving injection — injectable option for small fat pockets

Price and results

Shurink Universe price in Seoul — shot plans
InMode price in Seoul — per-session pricing
InMode results — what changes over a series

Concerns and areas

Jowls — lifting and contouring options
Double chin — devices and injections compared
Jawline and V-line — all treatments for this area

More comparisons

Onda vs InMode — microwave vs RF contouring
Ulthera Prime vs Shurink Universe — two ultrasound lifts

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