SOYOUNG

What SOYOUNG does

SOYOUNG is a Korean biotech company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Daegu, South Korea, focused on medical aesthetics and derma-cosmetics. Its product portfolio spans hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers (A-JAX KEEN, Xspurt, Rejeunesse), poly-L-lactic acid (PLA) collagen-stimulating fillers (A-JAX D'azur), skin boosters (GemVous), and derma cosmetics (CELLNOC). The company manufactures through its New Medic subsidiary, established in 2013, which provides cGMP-compliant fill-finish capacity for injectable products. Proprietary technology assets include BDDE residual crosslinker removal processes, a PN-HA combination formulation, and T.R.E.C crosslinking technology, with PCT patent applications supporting these processes. SOYOUNG sells to medical aesthetics practitioners and clinics in its domestic Korean market, and exports to China, Russia, and the Czech Republic under multiple regulatory approvals (KFDA, CFDA, CPNP, cGMP, ISO 22716). The company is privately held, led by CEO Song Young Soo, with reported headquarters headcount of seven employees (likely a fraction of total workforce given manufacturing operations) and no disclosed funding rounds or revenue figures.

Name

SOYOUNG

Legal name

주식회사 소우영 (SOYOUNG Co., Ltd.)

Website

https://soyoungkorea.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SOYOUNG is a Korean biotech founded in 2006 that develops HA and PLA dermal fillers, skin boosters, and derma cosmetics, manufacturing through its New Medic subsidiary and exporting to China, Russia, and the Czech Republic.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aesthetic Medical Devices

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561), Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF), Natural/Organic & Clean Skincare (CRABAAAH), Gloves & Mittens Manufacturing (IMAOAFAB)

Keywords

• Dermal fillers
• Skin boosters
• Anti-aging cosmetics
• Hyaluronic acid fillers
• Aesthetic medical devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Seoul

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dermal Filler Products: Sales of HA dermal fillers (A-JAX KEEN, Rejeunesse, Xspurt) and PLA collagen fillers (A-JAX D'azur) for facial wrinkle improvement and volume restoration. Both domestic and export channels.
2. Skin Booster Products: Sales of GemVous skin booster products using PN and HA combinations for skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatment.
3. Derma Cosmetic Products: Sales of CELLNOC anti-aging cosmetic line including toner, ampoule, and cream products for professional skin care and well-aging.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

SOYOUNG manufactures and sells dermal fillers (A-JAX KEEN, A-JAX D'azur, Rejeunesse, Xspurt), skin boosters (GemVous), and anti-aging derma cosmetics (CELLNOC Phytocean Lifting line) for medical and aesthetic professionals. The company also distributes nitrile examination gloves under the Expert High brand. Products are sold to clinics, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons through domestic Korean and international export channels, with regulatory certifications across KFDA, CFDA, and CPNP markets.

Product overview

SOYOUNG is a Korean biotech company specializing in dermal fillers, skin boosters, and anti-aging cosmetics. The product portfolio includes four dermal filler brands: A-JAX KEEN (HA filler with lidocaine for export), A-JAX D'azur (PLA collagen-stimulating filler for export), Rejeunesse (HA filler for export markets), and Xspurt (HA filler for domestic market). The skin booster GemVous features PolyNucleotide (PN) combined with hyaluronic acid. The Cellnoc sub-brand offers anti-aging derma cosmetics including toner, ampoule, and cream in the Phytocean Lifting line using marine ingredients and T.R.E.C technology. Additionally, the company offers nitrile gloves under the Expert High brand.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• A-JAX KEEN: Hyaluronic acid dermal filler with lidocaine for facial wrinkle improvement and volume restoration
• A-JAX D'azur
• Rejeunesse
• Xspurt
• Cellnoc
• Gemvous

Products and services

• A-JAX KEEN Hyaluronic acid dermal filler with 0.3% lidocaine for temporary improvement of facial wrinkles and volume restoration, featuring high elasticity modulus and retention properties. Available in COZY, VIVID, and SUBLIME variants for export markets.
• A-JAX D'azur PLA (Poly DL-Lactide) collagen-stimulating filler that promotes new collagen production in the dermis for long-lasting volume maintenance. Designed for facial contour enhancement and collagen stimulation.
• Rejeunesse HA dermal filler product line for export markets containing 0.3% lidocaine for temporary facial wrinkle improvement and volume restoration. Available in Sparkle, Fine, Deep, and Shape variants for different treatment areas and depths.
• Xspurt Domestic market hyaluronic acid filler with lidocaine for temporary facial wrinkle improvement and volume restoration. Available in Breeze, Climax, and Finale variants for the Korean market.
• GemVous Skin Booster Premium skin booster containing PolyNucleotide (PN) that promotes skin regeneration, packaged as 2.5ml x 3 syringes per box, combining PN and HA for anti-aging benefits and skin rejuvenation.
• CELLNOC Phytocean Lifting Line Natural anti-aging derma cosmetic product line using marine ingredients and T.R.E.C technology for lifting effects. Includes Phytocean Lifting Blue Toner (140ml with Sirtalice, complex marine ingredients, and Blue Spirulina), Phytocean Lifting Ampoule (25ml with triple hyaluronic acid and Copper Tripeptide-1), and Phytocean Lifting Cream (50ml with Acetyl Hexapeptide-8).
• Expert High Nitrile Gloves Nitrile examination gloves with anti-slip embossing, powder-free, high elasticity and durability. Suitable for people with latex allergies. Ambidextrous design.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4 million units exported by 2017
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Galderma: Global aesthetics leader (Restylane, Sculptra) and the dominant HA/PLA filler incumbent against which SOYOUNG's A-JAX D'azur (PLA) and Rejeunesse compete.
• Amorepacific: Korea's largest beauty group; derma and medical-grade skincare brands (e.g., AHC, illiyoon) overlap with CELLNOC's positioning.
• Merz Aesthetics: Global filler and biostimulator incumbent (Belotero, Radiesse) with overlapping injectable aesthetics category.
• LG Household & Health Care: Korean beauty conglomerate whose derma-cosmetic lines (OHUI, The History of Whoo derma) compete with CELLNOC for clinic-channel shelf space.
• AbbVie (Allergan Aesthetics): Owns the Juvederm filler franchise and Botox; sets the safety/performance benchmark SOYOUNG benchmarks A-JAX against.

Direct peers

• Medytox: Korean botulinum toxin and dermal filler developer (Aestox, Neuramis) with similar medical-device positioning and export footprint; the most direct Korean injectable aesthetics peer.
• Huons Global: Korean pharmaceutical manufacturer producing HA fillers and skin boosters (e.g., Hyron) — closely comparable product profile and export orientation.
• Hugel: Korean manufacturer of botulinum toxin (Botulax) and HA fillers (Chaeum) with global distribution; directly competes with SOYOUNG's A-JAX and Rejeunesse lines.
• Genoss: Korean maker of HA-based fillers and biostimulators (e.g., GANA, PowerFill) with overlapping injectable aesthetics portfolio.
• Dongkook Pharmaceutical: Korean pharma company with a filler and botulinum toxin portfolio (e.g., Liztox) competing in the same domestic and export channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/soyoung

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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