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Skin Tightening & Lifting

PTing

PTing in Seoul — microwave care for firmness and contour

A non-invasive device using microwave energy rather than ultrasound or conventional radiofrequency.

It may be considered for skin firmness or a localized contour concern, depending on the handpiece. At Glassy, your dermatologist plans the area, intensity or product around your skin and goals, with comfort considered throughout.

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Illustrative portrait

A closer look

Meet the technology.

The principle

Microwave energy produces heat within tissue. Contact cooling helps manage heating at the skin surface.

The delivery

A cooled handpiece delivers controlled heat. The dermatologist chooses the applicator for the area.

PTing

Technology & how it works

PTing

A non-invasive device using microwave energy rather than ultrasound or conventional radiofrequency.

Microwave energy produces heat within tissue. Contact cooling helps manage heating at the skin surface.

A cooled handpiece delivers controlled heat. The dermatologist chooses the applicator for the area.

It is a localized treatment, not a weight-loss procedure. Preserving needed facial volume matters.

Official sources

A closer look at PTing

Different handpieces. A considered approach.

Explore the technology and the two handpieces your dermatologist can select for your treatment area.

ITC illustration showing microwave energy within skin and underlying tissue
Microwave energy · illustrative tissue diagram
ITC illustration of PTing contact cooling
Contact cooling at the skin surface
PTing small handpiece
Small handpiece · a shallower approach
PTing large handpiece
Large handpiece · a deeper approach

Manufacturer illustrations: ITC. Your dermatologist selects the handpiece for the area and tissue being treated. These diagrams do not show an individual treatment result.

PTing at a glance

  • Technology:
    Microwave energy with contact cooling
  • May help with:
    skin firmness or a localized contour concern, depending on the handpiece.
  • Areas:
    Selected face, under-chin or body areas; skin and underlying fat are assessed.
  • Comfort:
    Warmth with cooling at the surface. Sensitivity varies.
  • Performed by:
    A board-certified dermatologist (Korea).
  • Downtime:
    Temporary warmth or redness can occur.

How we do it at Glassy Skin Clinic

  • In English:
    Our board-certified dermatologists, Dr. Judy, Dr. Max, Dr. Sunny and Dr. Sophie, consult and treat in English.
  • No sedation:
    We adjust comfort as we go. Warmth with cooling at the surface. Sensitivity varies.
  • Careful preparation:
    We assess your skin, check previous treatments and agree the treatment area and comfort plan before starting.
  • A private room:
    Time is planned for assessment, preparation and treatment in a private room. Confirm your total appointment time with the clinic.

Who is it for?

It may suit you if you are looking for help with:

  • skin firmness or a localized contour concern, depending on the handpiece.
  • Selected face, under-chin or body areas; skin and underlying fat are assessed.

It is a localized treatment, not a weight-loss procedure. Preserving needed facial volume matters.

Downtime, aftercare and side effects

  • Downtime:
    Temporary warmth or redness can occur.
  • During treatment:
    Warmth with cooling at the surface. Sensitivity varies.
  • Aftercare:
    Ask about skincare, exercise and pressure on the treated area before leaving. Follow the instructions for your actual procedure rather than another treatment’s routine.
  • If you are concerned:
    Contact the clinic if symptoms are worsening or do not match the advice you were given.

Heat treatments can cause burns or pigment changes. Share any implants and previous procedures with your doctor.

Who should not have it?

Your dermatologist checks suitability before treatment. Tell us if you:

  • Have an active infection, broken skin or a new unexplained rash in the area.
  • Have a known allergy to a proposed product or numbing medicine.
  • Take medicines, have a medical condition, or have had recent treatment in the same area.
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor will discuss whether to postpone the proposed procedure.
  • Have an implanted electronic device or metal near the proposed area. Tell your doctor before energy-based treatment.

It is a localized treatment, not a weight-loss procedure. Preserving needed facial volume matters.

How much does it cost?

We confirm your exact price at consultation, before any treatment. All our prices include 10% VAT.

Your plan depends on the area, product or device, and any combined care. Ask the clinic for the total before deciding.

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

What is PTing?

A non-invasive device using microwave energy rather than ultrasound or conventional radiofrequency.

Can the same PTing treatment be used everywhere?

No. Different handpieces target shallower or deeper tissue. Your doctor selects the approach for the area.

How many sessions will I need?

The number of visits and spacing are personalized. We discuss a starting plan and review your response before recommending further treatment.

Can I combine it with another treatment?

Tell the clinic what you have recently had and what you are planning. Combining procedures is a separate decision; it depends on your skin, the products and the time available for recovery.

References

Product and treatment information from the sources below, checked 28 October 2026. Manufacturer descriptions explain the technology; they do not promise an individual result. Product uses and authorization differ by country.

  1. ITC · PTING technology and patient questions
  2. US FDA · External energy treatment risks

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