Seongdong-gu Dermatology: Two Ways to Manage Enlarged Pores and Loss of Firmness in the Butterfly Zone [Potenza & ReSFX]

Butterfly Zone Pores & Firmness

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A smooth, refined skin texture is a key element in creating a healthy, vibrant appearance. However, the butterfly zone, which covers the area around the nose and the upper cheeks, has more developed sebaceous glands and thinner skin than other areas, so signs of aging tend to appear there first. If, at some point, you start noticing that your pores look especially elongated in the mirror or that makeup keeps settling into them, it should be understood as a sign that the skin’s internal support structure has weakened, right? Today, I’ll take a detailed look at the physiological reasons pores in the butterfly zone widen and the management methods that can help restore them in a healthy way.

Butterfly Zone Pores & Firmness

Analysis of Butterfly Zone Pore & Firmness Concerns

The appearance of more noticeable pores in the butterfly zone occurs through a combination of two mechanisms: changes in sebum secretion and reduced firmness. In younger skin, temporary enlargement of the pore opening due to excessive sebum secretion is mostly seen as “horizontal pores,” but as time passes and the collagen and elastin fibers in the dermis decrease, the situation changes. As the tissue that tightly supported the area around the pores weakens, the pores begin to stretch downward in the direction of gravity, transforming into “vertical pores” or “Y-shaped pores”!

This change means that the skin has lost its own elastic support, so simply wiping away sebum or applying pore-tightening skincare products is not enough to produce real change. Only when the loosened dermal environment is rebuilt more densely and the internal density of the skin is increased can pore size be reduced and a smoother texture be restored. Therefore, it is most important to correctly determine whether your pores are simply enlarged or are sagging due to reduced firmness, and then establish the appropriate response.

<Causes?>

• Excess sebum secretion / enlarged pore openings

• Reduced collagen and elastin / loss of pore support

Analysis of Butterfly Zone Pore & Firmness Concerns

Solution 01. Potenza & Juvelook

To effectively improve butterfly zone pores with reduced firmness, a combined solution that pairs Potenza with Juvelook is being actively used. Potenza is a device that delivers radiofrequency energy into the dermis through microneedles, inducing tissue coagulation and contraction. Using Potenza’s unique pumping function, Juvelook liquid, a collagen-inducing agent, can be injected evenly deep into the skin!

As the PDLLA component in Juvelook gradually breaks down in the skin and stimulates fibroblasts, the body’s natural collagen regeneration response becomes more active.

Because the Juvelook ingredients reach the target area directly through the microchannels created by Potenza, you can expect the skin density to build up more firmly than when treated alone. Since this is a method that helps the skin recover its firmness on its own rather than forcibly filling it with foreign material, over time the tissue around the pores becomes tighter and the texture is refined, producing a natural change! For those who want to increase the skin’s self-restoring strength without looking artificial, the synergy of Potenza and Juvelook can be a very efficient option :)

<Effects of Potenza & Juvelook>

• Strengthens skin density / improves vertical pores

• Refines skin texture

• Naturally restores firmness

Solution 01. Potenza & Juvelook

Solution 02. Stella M22 ReSFX

If you want precise remodeling while minimizing irritation to the skin surface, the ReSFX mode of Stella M22 will play a major role. ReSFX is a non-ablative fractional laser that uses a special 1565nm wavelength, delivering thermal stimulation to deeper tissue without burning or removing the surface of the skin. When the laser energy creates microthermal columns in the dermis, aged tissue sheds and fresh collagen fibers take its place. Through this process, widened pore openings are tightened and rough skin texture is smoothly improved~

In particular, ReSFX is equipped with CoolScan technology, which maintains the temperature of the skin surface consistently while delivering energy, lowering the risk of burns and easing discomfort. Since no scabbing forms even right after treatment, recovery is fast enough that washing your face or wearing makeup is possible, making it highly preferred by busy office workers! Because the energy can be precisely adjusted according to each person’s skin thickness and pore depth, it can be safely applied even to sensitive areas like the butterfly zone. It will be a suitable choice for those who want to gradually regenerate the skin from within and restore a smooth glow.

Solution 02. Stella M22 ReSFX

Daily Butterfly Zone Care Guide

Just as important as treatment at a dermatology clinic are daily care habits that keep the skin environment healthy, because they are essential for making results last. If excess sebum accumulates and hardens inside pores, it can put pressure on the surrounding tissue and enlarge the pores again, so you should carefully remove impurities every evening with double cleansing. However, water that is too hot can strip the skin of moisture and reduce firmness, so it is best to cleanse with lukewarm water and finish with cool water to calm heat in the skin!

In addition, when the oil-water balance is disrupted, the skin secretes more sebum to address dryness, so sufficient hydration is essential. Applying products with low oil content and high moisture content in multiple layers helps keep the skin firm. Also, ultraviolet rays directly destroy collagen and accelerate skin aging, so it is important to make sunscreen use a daily habit before going out~ When these careful efforts are supported, the effects of lasers or skin boosters become even greater, and you can maintain a smooth butterfly zone for a longer time :)

<Daily Butterfly Zone Care Guide>

• Double cleansing / cleansing temperature control

• Moisture layering / sun protection

Daily Butterfly Zone Care Guide

Q&A Answered by a Specialist

Lastly, let’s wrap up by addressing some of the questions people often ask about pore care. Many people worry about pain during treatment, but with sufficient numbing ointment and the stable technology of the device itself, you can undergo treatment comfortably. Also, the timing at which results appear varies from person to person, but in general, even after just one session, you begin to notice smoother skin texture, and when you continue regular treatment for about 3 to 5 sessions, you can clearly see a visible improvement in pore refinement.

Pore care is not about solving everything at once, but about gradually increasing skin density in line with the skin’s regeneration cycle. Potenza, Juvelook, and ReSFX each have their own strengths, so it is wise to choose the combination that best suits your skin condition and pore type! I hope the information shared today was truly helpful for those who have been losing sleep over concerns about butterfly zone pores and firmness. Please remember that skin concerns recover more quickly when addressed before they worsen, and if you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments :)

Q&A Answered by a Specialist

Butterfly Zone Pore Firmness