3 Things You Should Know Before Getting the Difference Between Hongdae Lalafil and Aquapeel

Hello, I’m Dr. Jo Wonjin, and I’ve been seeing patients for 10 years.

If Lalafil is milder than Aquapeel,

doesn’t that mean exfoliation won’t work well?

You might think that.

But Lalafil and Aquapeel work differently in terms of mechanism and purpose.

In fact, I covered Aquapeel in great detail step by step in my previous post.

If you have oily skin and your skin is thick and healthy, but you have a lot of sebum or oil? Please read the post below first.

Today, under the topic of 3 Things You Should Know Before Getting the Difference Between Hongdae Lalafil and Aquapeel,

I’ll talk about the three things you should check to make sure you get proper results.

Table of contents

1. A principle of filling, not peeling away

2. It takes 50 minutes when done properly

3. Checkpoints to prevent side effects

Hongdae Lalafil Aquapeel

1. A principle of filling, not peeling away

Have you ever seen a review saying, “My skin is sensitive, but after Aquapeel, my skin went into a bad state”?

But Lalafil works a little differently.

Aquapeel removes dead skin cells using acidic ingredients and a physical suction device,

whereas Lalafil’s LHA neutralizes acidity,

and because the particles are larger and penetrate slowly,

there is almost no irritation.

It gently dissolves the old dead skin cells accumulated on the surface of the skin while simultaneously allowing active ingredients to penetrate deep into the skin.

These absorbed ingredients help restore the skin cell renewal cycle, known as turnover, to normal.

That’s why even people with sensitive skin who tend to react badly after Aquapeel can receive Lalafil without much burden.

After Lalafil, instead of making the skin thinner or more sensitive,

it helps strengthen the skin barrier and creates a dewy glow that seems to come from within.

Rather than forcing the skin to look radiant, it is a principle in which healthy skin naturally shines.

So the effect of Lalafil is not limited to the shiny glow right after the treatment,

but you can also really feel it when washing your face or applying skincare, as your skin feels softer.

However, it is fair to say that dramatic effects like lifting are difficult to achieve with Lalafil alone.

Hongdae Lalafil Aquapeel

2. It takes 50 minutes when done properly

Lalafil is not a procedure that simply applies medication and ends there.

The key to this treatment is not forcibly peeling off dead skin, but filling the skin with active ingredients deep inside.

That is why the results can differ completely depending on how carefully each step is divided and performed.

At our clinic, it takes about 50 minutes, because the steps are divided in detail as follows.

• Toner prep: Improves skin texture.

• Step 1 (Basic): Gently massages along the lymph nodes with a special brush to open up the surface pathways.

• Step 2 (Ultra): Actively delivers the ingredients deep into the skin.

• Rejuvenation laser: Calms irritated skin.

• LDM rejuvenation care: Fills the opened pathways with moisture.

• Modeling mask pack: Locks in the active ingredients so they do not evaporate.

• Rejuvenation cream: Applies a protective finishing layer.

What if some of these steps are skipped and the medication is simply applied, ending in 10 to 20 minutes?

You may not fully experience Lalafil’s true rejuvenating effect.

When choosing a clinic, don’t just look at the price—be sure to check in advance whether all of these steps are included.

Hongdae Lalafil Aquapeel

3. Checkpoints to prevent side effects

Aquapeel is also fine for oily skin types with thick, healthy skin and active sebum production.

However, even though Lalafil is said to be a mild peeling treatment, it does not suit everyone unconditionally.

Rarely, an ingredient may not agree with the person and trigger an allergic reaction,

or if the skin barrier is already compromised, the procedure may cause stinging and redness instead.

So it may not be a good idea to start with the procedure right away.

To prevent side effects, a doctor should personally check the skin condition before treatment.

After carefully checking whether the skin is too thin and whether there is any inflammatory reaction,

it is safer to proceed with an individualized treatment process, such as adjusting the application time of Step 1 and Step 2.

If you feel even a slight stinging or discomfort during the procedure,

the treatment should be stopped immediately and calming care should begin.

There is nothing more disappointing than going for care and only ending up irritated.

Every step must allow immediate response to the skin’s reaction.

Still, choosing a clinic is always difficult.

I’ve written in detail below about how to choose a clinic that treats and performs procedures honestly.

Hongdae Lalafil Aquapeel Key Summary

• Principle: It is not a peeling treatment that forcibly strips the skin, but a rejuvenation care treatment that fills the skin from within.

• Time required: The effect is amplified only when the treatment includes a sufficient rejuvenation care stage of around 50 minutes.

• Doctor’s diagnosis: Before treatment, personalized care is needed, with the doctor directly checking the skin barrier and inflammation status.

The standard of a good treatment lies in how carefully each step is followed.

Please make sure to check whether it suits your skin and whether every step is carried out in detail before receiving care.

Thank you. This was Jo Wonjin.