Bruising after InMode in Suwon: why does it happen and how many days does it take to fade?
If you have bruising under your jaw or on your cheeks after InMode and are wondering when it will fade or whether you can cover it with makeup, knowing how bruising forms makes it easier to gauge the progress. Bruising from InMode mostly comes from the FX handpiece: while the skin is drawn up by suction and radiofrequency and brief high-voltage pulses are delivered, small blood vessels are pressed and pulled, causing minor bleeding.
Red or purple bruising after InMode gradually fades over several days, and it may last a little longer if your skin is thin or you bruise easily. At our Suwon clinic, we first look at whether your concern is fat or firmness, your skin thickness, and whether you bruise easily before choosing between FX and FORMA modes, and after InMode you can wash your face and wear makeup right away.
In this article, we go through why bruising occurs with InMode FX, conditions that make bruising more or less likely, the treatment process, care for bruising and swelling, side effects, and what to check before the procedure.
Key points about bruising after InMode
- Bruising from InMode mainly occurs in FX mode, which draws the skin in by suction.
- Red or purple bruising gradually fades over several days and lasts a little longer if your skin is thin.
- FORMA mode does not draw the skin in, so redness and warmth are the main reactions.
- You can wash your face and wear makeup right after the procedure, so bruising can be lightly covered with a patting motion.
Why does bruising occur with InMode FX?
The InMode FX handpiece draws the skin into a cup-shaped tip, then warms the subcutaneous fat layer with radiofrequency and adds short high-voltage pulses to help reduce fat cells. Because the lifting force and electrical stimulation are applied together, a small amount of blood leaks out where capillaries cannot hold up.
Bruising appears as dots or in the shape of the tip under the jaw or on the cheeks, following where the energy was delivered. Those with thick skin and less sensitive blood vessels may have almost no bruising even at the same intensity, while those with thin skin have red marks that last longer. That is why the degree of bruising is not used to judge how effective the procedure was.
The InMode FORMA handpiece does not draw the skin in; it moves slowly while resting on the surface to warm the dermis. It works by measuring skin temperature and maintaining a target temperature, so redness and warmth last for a few hours and then settle, and bruising is rare.
How do conditions that make InMode bruising more likely differ from those that make it less likely?
Even with the same InMode treatment, the degree of bruising varies depending on your skin, lifestyle habits, and the mode.
| Category | More likely to bruise | Less likely to bruise |
|---|---|---|
| Skin | Thin, or bruises easily even from minor bumps | Thick, with less sensitive blood vessels |
| Medications and supplements | Taking blood thinners such as aspirin, anticoagulants, or omega-3 | Not taking anything that thins the blood |
| Before and after the procedure | Drinking alcohol or warming the body in a sauna | Avoiding things that raise body heat |
| Mode and intensity | FX repeated many times at high intensity | Mainly FORMA, with lower FX intensity and fewer passes |
Red marks sometimes last longer in areas close to bone, such as where the cheek meets the jawline, than in areas where the skin is easy to grasp, such as under the jaw. If you receive FX and FORMA on the same day, bruising and swelling from FX appear under the jaw, while redness from FORMA appears on the cheeks and jawline.
How is InMode performed?
How FX and FORMA are chosen
We choose the mode by looking at whether your concern is fat volume or skin elasticity, how much fat under the jaw and on the cheeks can be grasped by hand, and your skin thickness and whether you bruise easily. If someone with little facial fat gets FX over a wide area, the cheeks may look hollow, so in that case we also discuss planning mainly around FORMA.
Treatment steps at our Suwon clinic
- Personalized Consultation
- Self-Cleansing
- Treatment
- Finishing Care
The procedure takes about 30 minutes or less, and you can return to daily life, wash your face, and wear makeup right after. Options include FX for double chin and jawline, FX full face, FORMA full face, and FX and FORMA together, each available as 1 session or 3 sessions. Results and how long they last vary with skin condition and individual differences, so a minimum of 3 to 5 sessions at intervals of 2 to 3 weeks is the basic plan.
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Caring for bruising and swelling after InMode
- You can wash your face and wear makeup right away; use a gentle cleanser.
- To reduce irritation to the skin, wash your face with lukewarm water for 3 days after treatment.
- For about 7 days after the treatment, avoid heavy drinking, saunas and jjimjilbang, hot baths, and strenuous exercise.
- The skin tends to dry out, so apply moisturizer often, and apply sunscreen when going out.
At first, when bruising and swelling are noticeable, wrap a cold pack in a towel and apply it briefly, and once the bruise starts turning yellowish, use a lukewarm compress to help circulation. Bruising can be covered to some extent with concealer but may still be visible up close, so schedule events where your face will be seen, such as presentations or photo shoots, with some leeway.
Side effects and precautions of InMode
After the procedure, warmth, stinging, redness, swelling, a burning sensation, dryness, and itching may occur, and most settle soon. Red or purple bruising may appear in FX areas and gradually fades over several days, and the speed of recovery varies from person to person.
Rarely, the treated area may feel bumpy to the touch, or blisters and burns may occur where too much heat was delivered. If the fat layer is stimulated repeatedly when there is little facial fat, hollowing of the cheeks may become more noticeable. Please let us know in advance if you are pregnant, have an implanted electronic device such as a pacemaker or metal implants in the treatment area, or take blood-thinning medication.
If the bruise does not fade but keeps getting larger, if blisters form or the burning sensation gets worse instead of easing, or if the treated area swells firmly and is painful or feverish, please contact the clinic right away.
What is checked before InMode?
In cases like these, first check the conditions that lead to bruising
- I bruise easily even from minor bumps.
- I take blood-thinning medication or supplements such as omega-3.
- I have little fat on my face, so my cheeks look hollow.
- I have a presentation, photo shoot, or similar event within a week.
If two or more apply, it is best to check the conditions that lead to bruising and how much fat you have before choosing the InMode mode and date. Whether to have the procedure, the mode, and the range are decided together in consultation after the medical team examines you.
In short, bruising from InMode mainly occurs in FX mode, so the key is first checking your constitution and schedule and then adjusting the mode and intensity.
FAQ
Q. Will I definitely bruise after InMode?
A. Bruising mainly occurs in FX mode, which draws the skin in by suction, and depending on skin thickness and the condition of the blood vessels, some people get almost none. If you receive only FORMA, redness and warmth are the main reactions, and if you bruise easily, please let us know before the procedure.
Q. Is there a way to make InMode bruises fade faster?
A. At first, wrap a cold pack in a towel and apply it gently to reduce swelling and bleeding, and once the bruise starts turning yellow, use a lukewarm compress to help circulation. Avoiding alcohol, saunas, and strenuous exercise for about 7 days after the procedure also helps keep the bruise from getting bigger.
Q. Can I wear makeup if I have bruising from InMode?
A. After InMode, you can wash your face and wear makeup right away, so bruising can be covered with concealer. Do not rub the bruised area hard; apply with a patting motion, and when removing makeup, wash gently with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water for 3 days after the procedure.
Q. Is swelling from InMode FX different from swelling from FORMA?
A. FX stimulates down to the fat layer, so the area under the jaw may feel heavy and swollen and bruising may occur too, while FORMA warms the dermis, so swelling tends to be mild and mainly involves redness and warmth. How quickly the swelling settles depends on the area and skin condition.
Q. What should I do if bruising from InMode lasts a long time?
A. Bruising usually fades in color and shrinks as the days pass. If it instead keeps getting bigger, swells firmly and hurts, or warmth continues, it may be different from a recovery reaction, so do not wait; please get an examination.
Q. How can I find out the cost of InMode?
A. The cost depends on whether you receive FX or FORMA mode, whether the area is the double chin and jawline or the full face, and the number of sessions. We explain after confirming the range at consultation, and you can also see the items for each option on the treatment guide page.
This content is provided as general treatment information and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a medical professional to decide whether and how to proceed with a treatment.