What Is a HIKO Nose Lift?
Want a higher nose bridge and a more defined tip without surgery? The HIKO nose lift is a non-surgical nose thread lift that lifts and shapes the nose in about 30 minutes, with little to no downtime.
“HIKO” comes from the Korean words for height and nose. Using a fine cannula under local anesthesia, Dr. Jossa places biocompatible, dissolvable PDO threads along the bridge and tip of the nose. The threads act like a temporary scaffold that lifts the nose right away, and as they slowly dissolve they stimulate your own collagen to help maintain the result.
At Jossa Aesthetic and Medical Clinic, every HIKO treatment is planned around your face, so the result looks natural, balanced, and still like you.
Benefits of a HIKO Nose Lift
- No surgery, no general anesthesia: only local numbing and a fine cannula.
- Quick: about 30 minutes in the clinic.
- Immediate lift: you see a higher bridge and more defined tip right away.
- Little to no downtime: most people return to their routine the same or the next day.
- Natural-looking: a subtle enhancement tailored to your features.
- Collagen boost: the threads stimulate your own collagen as they dissolve.
Who Is HIKO For?
HIKO is ideal if you want a higher bridge or a more lifted, defined tip, prefer a natural result, and are not ready for surgery.
It cannot make the nose smaller, remove a hump, or fix breathing problems. For those, surgery may be the better option. Not sure which is right for you? Read our guide: HIKO Nose Lift vs Rhinoplasty: Which Is Right for You?
What to Expect During Your HIKO Treatment
- Consultation: Dr. Jossa assesses your nose and face, and maps out the lift you want.
- Numbing: The area is cleaned and numbed for comfort.
- Thread placement: Fine threads are placed along the bridge and tip using a cannula.
- Aftercare: You go home the same day with simple aftercare instructions.
HIKO Healing Timeline
Day 1 to 3
Mild swelling, redness, and tenderness. Sleep face-up and avoid touching your nose.
Day 4 to 7
Swelling settles and most people look presentable.
Week 2
The nose feels more natural and the shape looks refined.
Weeks 2 to 4
Avoid strenuous exercise, facial massages, and heavy eyeglasses on the bridge unless your doctor says otherwise.
How Long Does HIKO Last?
Results commonly last around 1 to 2 years, depending on your skin, age, and lifestyle. Many patients schedule touch-ups to keep their look.
Combine HIKO with Alartox
If your nostrils flare when you smile, HIKO can be paired with Alartox, a quick Botox treatment that relaxes the nostril muscles for a slimmer-looking nose when you smile. Learn more in our guide: What Is Alartox?
HIKO Nose Lift FAQs
Is a HIKO nose lift safe?
HIKO is considered a low-risk procedure when done by a trained, licensed doctor in a sterile clinic. Possible side effects include temporary swelling, bruising, or tenderness, and less commonly infection, asymmetry, or a thread that needs to be removed. Avoid home service or non-medical providers.
How long does a HIKO nose lift last?
Results commonly last around 1 to 2 years, depending on your skin, age, and lifestyle. The threads dissolve over several months, but the collagen they stimulate helps maintain the lift. Many patients choose touch-up sessions.
Does HIKO hurt?
The nose is numbed before the procedure, so most patients feel only mild pressure or discomfort. Some tenderness for a few days afterward is normal.
How much is a HIKO nose lift in Iligan City?
The price depends on how many threads your nose needs and whether other treatments, such as filler or Alartox, are added. Message or call us at 0991 412 3269 for an accurate quote after a quick assessment.
What is the HIKO healing process?
Expect mild swelling and tenderness for the first 1 to 3 days. Most people look presentable within about a week, and the nose feels more natural by week 2. Avoid pressing on the nose, strenuous exercise, and heavy eyeglasses for 2 to 4 weeks, or as your doctor advises.
Is HIKO better than rhinoplasty?
They do different things. HIKO adds height and definition without surgery. Rhinoplasty is surgery that can permanently reduce, straighten, or reshape the nose and fix breathing problems.
Book Your HIKO Nose Lift in Iligan City
Ready for a higher, more defined nose without surgery? Visit Jossa Aesthetic and Medical Clinic at 2nd Floor, Maramara Bldg, 2nd East St., Rosario Heights, Brgy. Tubod, Iligan City, and book your consultation with Dr. Johaylyne S. Salbo-Abbas.
Results and recovery vary from person to person. A consultation is required to determine if HIKO is right for you.