Shrink vs. Volnewmer: What’s the Difference, and How Effective Is Each?

"Is it better to get Shrink?

Or is Volnewmer better?

Can I get both together?"

These days, people often combine Shrink and Volnewmer lifting and call it "Volink."

As that kind of new term has emerged, there are also many reviews from people who have had the two treatments together.

On the other hand, I also get many requests to compare Shrink and Volnewmer.

Perhaps that is because, even though they are both lifting procedures, you need to choose which one is more suitable for you.

So today, I’ll compare the principles and effects of Shrink and Volnewmer, and explain in detail what kind of results you can expect when the two are combined.

Shrink Volnewmer

• The principles and effects of the Shrink procedure

• The principles and effects of the Volnewmer procedure

• Effects when combined

Shrink Volnewmer The principles and effects of the Shrink procedure

First, let’s talk about Shrink.

Shrink is a procedure that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) energy.

It does not affect the skin’s surface, but concentrates energy deep in the fascia layer of the skin (the SMAS layer, about 4.5 mm deep) to generate heat there.

This heat creates micro-injuries in the fascia tissue, and as the body heals those injuries, it induces the regeneration of collagen and elastin.

As collagen and elastin build up, the skin regains firmness.

However, because the skin regeneration and collagen production process takes time, the results do not appear immediately but gradually over 1 to 2 months.

These days, many treatments use Shrink Universe, an upgraded device based on the same principle as Shrink.

Universe has an added pen-type handpiece, making it possible to carefully treat narrow areas that are difficult to approach delicately with a standard bar-type handpiece, such as curved areas or around the eyes.

In addition, the treatment speed has become about 2.5 times faster, reducing the time needed for the procedure and also reducing pain.

Shrink The principles and effects of the Volnewmer procedure

Now let’s take a look at Volnewmer.

Volnewmer is a procedure that uses 6.78MHz monopolar RF, in other words, high-frequency energy.

While Shrink goes down to the SMAS layer, Volnewmer sends high-frequency energy to the dermis, which is closer to the surface.

In the dermis, the high-frequency energy turns into heat, coagulates the skin tissue, and as that coagulated tissue recovers, collagen is regenerated.

As collagen gradually fills the emptied dermis, the skin texture becomes smoother and tighter.

It also has four tips—V Tip, Eye Tip, F Tip, and S Tip—so the tip can be selected according to the area being treated, such as the Eye Tip for around the eyes and the F Tip for larger areas.

Results begin to be felt gradually after about 3 to 4 weeks, and the maintenance period varies from person to person, but is usually around 6 months.

Shrink Volnewmer Effects when combined

First, before talking about the effects of combining them, let’s briefly summarize the differences between Shrink and Volnewmer mentioned above.

The biggest difference is the type of energy and the depth at which it acts.

You can think of Shrink as using HIFU to lift deep layers, while Volnewmer uses RF to firm and tighten the skin’s surface.

So, let’s also look at the effects when the two are combined, as suggested by the name "Volink" lifting.

As the two energies work at different depths of the skin, they can improve areas that are difficult to address with just one method.

Because they can simultaneously target various concerns such as a double chin, cheek fat, fine lines, and sagging skin—common skin concerns, if you will—they are very suitable for those with multiple skin issues.

Today, I compared the Shrink and Volnewmer procedures individually and also looked at the effects of having them together.

In summary, Shrink acts on the deep fascia layer and can be seen as helping to rebuild the skin’s structural foundation, while Volnewmer tightens the dermis and helps improve skin texture.

Many people ask which is better between Shrink and Volnewmer, but since the two methods act on different layers of the skin and have different effects, the choice should depend on your own skin and concerns.

I recommend getting a thorough consultation and choosing a clinic that carefully analyzes and diagnoses your facial shape, skin condition, and treatment area.

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