First published: 2026-01-10 / Last reviewed: 2026-05-28
This is a guide to Agnes compiled by Dr. Choi Byeong-geun of SHINE U Clinic Konkuk (3 minutes walk from Konkuk Univ. Station Exit 1).
Some skin concerns cannot be resolved by simply tightening the surface. These include vertically elongated pores, recurring under-eye fat, and persistent sebum troubles. Agnes uses high-frequency micro-insulated needles inserted deep into the dermis to deliver regenerative signals to damaged tissue, addressing structural problems that are difficult to access with general lasers.
Mechanism of Regenerative Signal Delivery
The high-frequency thermal energy emitted from the tip of the micro-insulated needle directly reaches the damaged dermis, such as around elongated pores or scar tissue that has lost elasticity. This stimulation triggers a wound healing response, activating fibroblasts. Activated fibroblasts then create new collagen and elastin fibers to replace the collapsed collagen structure.
Elongated pores occur when the supportive strength of surrounding collagen weakens. Newly generated collagen helps to constrict the pore walls and lift the surrounding tissue, tightening the pores. By targeting overly developed sebaceous glands with micro-needles and applying heat, the sebaceous glands can be selectively addressed, helping to reduce recurring troubles.
Specialized Areas: Under-Eye Fat and Pores
Agnes is often used for delicate and frequently recurring areas that other devices find difficult to access.
- Recurrent under-eye fat. The under-eye fat pockets are treated with micro-insulated needles, and the surrounding skin is simultaneously tightened, designed to reduce sagging after fat removal.
- Vertically sagging pores. It regenerates the walls of pores that have become elongated due to aging and tightens the surrounding tissue to refine skin texture.
- Persistent sebum troubles. It directly targets sebaceous glands to address the underlying structural causes of chronic troubles.
The micro-insulated needle is insulated so that energy is delivered only to the tip of the needle. This allows it to act precisely at the target depth, reducing unnecessary tissue damage to delicate areas like the thin skin around the eyes or nerves in the cheeks. This structure is related to the precision of the procedure.
"I had under-eye fat removed, but it came back." We often hear this. Under-eye fat tends to bulge again over time, so an approach that addresses the elasticity of the surrounding skin along with fat removal can be helpful. However, suitability and results may vary individually.
Who Should Consider This First?
Agnes is considered when an approach that regenerates the structure itself is needed, rather than surface-tightening lifting. The specific causes of your pores or under-eye concerns are determined during a consultation with Dr. Choi Byeong-geun. If you have any questions, please consult your skin condition via chat.
Post-Procedure Care to Aid Regeneration
Agnes is a procedure that induces tissue regeneration, so follow-up care is important. If regenerative ingredients are supplemented, such as skin booster injections into the dermis activated by high-frequency, it can be designed to aid recovery by adding the necessary raw materials for cell regeneration.
Pores, under-eye fat, and sebum often have mixed causes, so the combination of treatments is determined after diagnosis. If you are curious about the right approach for you, please feel free to contact us via chat consultation.
Authored by: Dr. Choi Byeong-geun (Chief Director of SHINE U Clinic Konkuk / Member of Korean Academy of Laser Dermatology and Hair, Korean Academy of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery, Korean Academy of Filler, etc.) Last reviewed: 2026-05-28
This article provides general information about procedures and does not substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Suitability and results of procedures may vary individually.