Rejuran HB Plus is an injectable skin booster containing polynucleotides (PN), hyaluronic acid (HA) and lidocaine, a local anesthetic.** If you have come across “Rejuran HB” while planning beauty treatments in Seoul, start by checking the full product name.
If you are considering treatment during a Seoul trip, you may be wondering how it compares with Rejuran Healer, whether it hurts and how much recovery time to allow. We’ll walk you through the product differences and what to check before scheduling treatment around photos, activities and your flight home.
What is Rejuran HB, and is it the same as HB Plus?
Wondering why you see both “Rejuran HB” and “HB Plus”? If a treatment is listed simply as “HB,” check with the clinic that it uses Rejuran HB Plus. The same applies to a package labelled only “Rejuran.” Knowing the full product name helps you compare the formulation and what your appointment includes.
HB Plus combines three components:
- PN: the polynucleotide component also found in the original Rejuran product.
- HA: hyaluronic acid, included as a moisturizing component.
- Lidocaine: a local anesthetic included to reduce injection discomfort.
HB Plus combines PN with moisturizing HA and the local anesthetic lidocaine. If hydration and discomfort are concerns for you, bring both up at consultation. Lidocaine does not make the injections pain-free, and another approach may be more suitable for your skin.
PN and PDRN can also be confusing names. The ingredient in HB Plus is polynucleotide (PN). When comparing products, do not assume the two terms mean the same thing.
Rejuran HB Plus vs. Rejuran Healer: which fits your concerns?
If dryness and injection pain both worry you, start by comparing HB Plus. If facial wrinkles are your main concern, consider original Rejuran Healer as a starting option, then discuss whether the added moisturizing and pain-relieving components in HB Plus would be useful for you. A doctor should assess your skin and treatment area before you choose a procedure.
HB Plus contains HA for moisturization and lidocaine to reduce injection discomfort. Those differences can help you decide which option to ask about first. They do not establish that Healer gives stronger skin improvement or that HB Plus produces better results for everyone.
| Your main concern or situation | When comparing Rejuran Healer | When comparing Rejuran HB Plus |
|---|---|---|
| My skin feels tight even after moisturizer, and dryness bothers me alongside fine lines. | Discuss whether a PN treatment suits your concern, keeping in mind that this formulation does not have added HA. | Added HA makes it an option to discuss first when moisturization also matters to you. Depending on the cause of dryness, another form of care may be more appropriate than injections. |
| I am nervous about needles, or my last Rejuran treatment was painful. | The product itself does not contain lidocaine, so check the clinic's pain management options, such as numbing cream. | Built-in lidocaine gives you a clear reason to compare it when injection discomfort is a priority. It does not make treatment pain-free. |
| Facial wrinkles bother me more than dryness. | This PN product's listed purpose in Korea is temporary improvement of adult facial wrinkles. Discuss the area you want treated and the change you can expect. | You can also consider moisturization and pain management, but its listed purpose in Korea is temporary improvement of adult crow's feet. For another area, get an explanation of the evidence behind the recommendation. |
| Pores, indented scars or hollow cheeks are my main concern. | The Healer name or PN ingredient alone cannot tell you which procedure fits. Start with an assessment of the cause and depth of your concern. | Having HA does not make it a substitute for a volumizing treatment. First establish what treatment you need, rather than choosing HB Plus by name. |
| My trip is short, and I want marks to settle before a photo session. | The product name cannot predict your recovery date. Discuss the area, technique and photo date together. | Less injection discomfort does not mean faster recovery. Lidocaine is not a reason to expect swelling or bruising to settle sooner. |
For the basic product details, original Rejuran uses PN and comes in 2mL syringes; HB Plus contains PN, HA and lidocaine and comes in 1mL syringes. 1cc equals 1mL, but the amount in one syringe is not a recommendation for how much you need. Match the product, area and proposed amount when comparing prices too.
For example, if fine lines bother you but pain from a previous treatment makes you hesitant to return, you could focus the consultation on HB Plus and pain management. If facial wrinkles matter more than dryness and you previously tolerated Healer well, discuss the changes and reactions you experienced before deciding whether to repeat it or switch. A newer product name is not, by itself, a reason to change.
How can you explain your skin concerns at consultation?
Share the change you most want to see and the part of treatment that worries you most. “The fine lines around my eyes bother me, and I am worried about injection pain” opens a useful discussion about both product choice and comfort. If dryness is your concern, mention when it started and what care you have already tried.
Be specific: “My cheeks feel tight even after moisturizer” or “The lines around my eyes bother me when I smile” is more useful than a broad goal such as “skin repair” or “glass skin.” If you have several concerns, put them in priority order and find out which ones the proposed treatment may realistically improve.
If you have had Rejuran before, share the product name, area and approximate date if you remember them, along with changes you liked, pain and recovery. If this is your first treatment, it is fine to say you have not chosen a product yet. Bring a photo if it helps explain your concern, and discuss what is realistic for your skin rather than expecting the same result as someone else.
It is also reasonable to leave the consultation without treatment if the expected change, recovery or follow-up does not fit your plans.
Does Rejuran HB Plus hurt?
Lidocaine is included to reduce discomfort, but HB Plus is not a promise of painless injections. The manufacturer describes less pain than with the original Rejuran; that comparison does not tell you exactly how your appointment will feel.
Let the clinic know before your visit if needles worry you or a previous treatment was painful. Check what pain management is available, such as numbing cream, and how long to allow for preparation as well as treatment. Additional preparation may still be needed even though the product contains lidocaine.
Be sure to mention any previous reaction to a local anesthetic, including dental anesthesia. The doctor needs that information when choosing a product and planning pain management.
What downtime should you plan for during a Seoul trip?
Allow time for swelling and visible marks to settle before close-up photos or an important event. Even if you feel comfortable going out, treatment marks may still show in photographs.
Pressure on the injection sites may cause redness and swelling, sometimes accompanied by itching or pain. These reactions may last around a week, but recovery varies from person to person.
Before choosing a treatment date, tell the clinic about plans that are difficult to move, such as a photo session, outdoor activities or your flight home:
| Your plans | What to clarify before treatment |
|---|---|
| Close-up photos, a wedding or another event | Whether visible bumps, swelling or bruising could overlap with the date |
| A makeup appointment | How the product's aftercare instructions affect the appointment |
| Long outdoor days, a sauna or a steam room | Which activities need changing and for how long |
| Leaving Seoul soon afterward | Whether a review is needed before departure and how to access care after returning home |
Avoid makeup for 12 hours after treatment. For two weeks, avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, UV, cold or heat, including saunas and steam rooms. Before treatment, discuss how these precautions may affect your travel plans.
Get written aftercare instructions before leaving. If redness or swelling persists for a week or longer, or symptoms worsen or seem unusual, seek medical assessment promptly. Do not wait for a predicted recovery date if you are concerned. Visible changes settling and the point at which a treatment result can be assessed are also separate questions; confirm when the doctor wants to review your progress.
What should you confirm before treatment?
Have your main concern, travel dates and previous treatment details ready. Share medicines, supplements, allergies and relevant health conditions, including pregnancy or breastfeeding, before scheduling treatment. Do not stop prescribed medication on your own to make an appointment possible.
These six questions can help you prepare for the consultation:
- The exact product and plan. Which product, facial area, amount and treatment method are proposed, and who will perform the procedure?
- A realistic goal. What change is reasonable to expect, what is unlikely to improve, and why is this option being recommended?
- The visit and discomfort. What preparation, pain management and aftercare are included, and how much time should you allow for the whole visit?
- Recovery in relation to your trip. Which plans need adjusting, when should the result be reviewed, and would another visit be needed?
- The complete quote. What is included in the total, including any numbing, additional procedures, aftercare and VAT?
- Medical follow-up. Who handles questions afterward, which symptoms need an in-person assessment, and how will you communicate after leaving Korea?
Browse our skin booster collection to compare products and included services across our partner clinics. We feature several treatment types alongside Rejuran, so check that each option uses the product you want to discuss. If you need English support, confirm that it covers the treatment explanation and aftercare too.
You can start with this inquiry:
Hi, I will be in Seoul from [arrival date] to [departure date] and would like a consultation about Rejuran HB Plus for [concern]. Does your Rejuran HB option use HB Plus? I have [photo session/event] on [date]. Could you explain the proposed treatment, pain management, expected recovery and total cost? I also need [English consultation/an interpreter] and would like to know how medical follow-up works after I leave Korea.
The doctor may suggest a different product or an additional procedure. Get an explanation and an updated total before deciding. You do not have to accept every treatment in a package if it does not suit your needs.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have just one session during a short trip?
If you can only visit once, mention that at consultation. Find out what one session may realistically offer, when the result would be assessed and whether another visit would be needed before deciding. Check that you can return on the proposed dates before choosing a package with several sessions.
Can I have Rejuran HB Plus just before flying home?
If your departure is close, share your flight date before booking. Discuss whether you will need time for a review after treatment. If you would have no time to return to the clinic should a problem arise, it may be better to change the treatment date.
Can I combine it with a laser or another skin treatment?
Your doctor needs to assess the combination based on the procedures and your skin. Include treatments planned at other clinics, and check whether appointments should be spaced apart and which aftercare instructions apply. Even a combination sold as a package needs an individual assessment.
Is HB Plus the same as a hyaluronic acid filler?
No. HB Plus contains PN and lidocaine as well as HA, and its listed purpose is specific. Having HA in the formula does not make it interchangeable with a product intended for another treatment goal. If you want more fullness or a change in facial contour, make that goal explicit during consultation.
What if I have a problem after returning home?
Keep the product name, treatment date, treated areas, aftercare instructions and clinic contact details together. Contact the clinic about concerns and arrange local medical assessment when needed. For severe symptoms, seek urgent care where you are rather than waiting for an overseas message reply.
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