High Intensity Focused Ultrasound
HIFU stands for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound. It is a non-invasive treatment that uses focused ultrasound energy to tighten and improve the skin. All without injections or surgery!
During treatment, a device containing high-intensity ultrasound energy is placed on the area to be treated. This energy is directed to specific deep layers of the skin. The treatment heats these deeper layers to high temperatures, leading to stimulation of collagen production and increased production of the substance elastin. As a result, the skin improves and becomes significantly tighter.
HIFU treatment can be performed on different parts of the face and body. The most common areas to address are as follows:
- Neck: HIFU can be used to tighten the neck.
- Décolletage: HIFU can be used to tighten the décolletage and reduce signs of aging.
- Face: HIFU can be used to tighten the face and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines.
- Stomach: HIFU can be used for skin tightening and improvement in the mid-abdomen area.
- Legs: HIFU can be used for skin tightening and improvement in the upper leg and thigh area.
- Arms: HIFU can be used for skin tightening and improvement of the upper arms.
Things to know about HIFU
If a ‘double chin’ is your problem area, HIFU treatment can definitely help. By tightening the jawline and stimulating collagen production, you can expect a reduction in your double chin and a tighter, more defined jawline.
Yes, HIFU can make a significant difference to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on your forehead. HIFU is an excellent alternative to Botox or other fillers and injectables, providing a more natural look and feel with longer lasting results.
The great advantage of HIFU treatment is that you don’t need recovery time! You can immediately return to your daily activities.
This is because no invasive surgery is performed and no skin surface is damaged. There are no specific requirements or restrictions after treatment. In any case, the skin may look red and there may be a slight swelling. This usually disappears after a few hours.
HIFU treatment is generally considered not to be painful. The treatment itself may feel warm or slightly uncomfortable, but this feeling disappears immediately after the treatment. Despite the fact that HIFU treatment is not painful and no scars are involved, the results are almost as good as after surgery! However, stay realistic and don’t expect the exact same result as a facelift.
The duration of a HIFU treatment can vary depending on the size of the area to be treated and the specific needs of the patient. In general, HIFU treatments are quick and can be completed in less than an hour.
The treatment works most effectively for people with sagging skin who suffer from mild to moderate wrinkles and lines. The treatment may be less effective for people with severe skin aging or deep wrinkles. It’s also important to remember that HIFU treatments can have limited results and are not a replacement for surgical treatments.
After your HIFU treatment, you may see some initial effect, but the ultimate results will take place over 2-3 months as your body naturally regenerates collagen.
As the procedure stimulates your own collagen production, it really depends on you how long the results last. The treatment produces new collagen on the inside, but your natural aging process will dictate how long it translates into visible results on the outside. However, most clients can enjoy the results of a HIFU treatment for up to 2 years. We would advise having a top-up roughly every year for optimal continued results. With continued HIFU treatment, you can defy the aging process gracefully with tight, youthful glowing skin.
The skin may appear red at first, this can be during treatment but sometimes lasts longer, however, the redness should disappear within a few hours. Some clients experience slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to the touch, but these are temporary in nature. Other, less common post-procedure effects may include temporary bruising or numbness in small areas of the skin. As with any cosmetic procedure, there is the possibility of other rare side effects that your doctor will go over with you.
The HIFU procedure has been used safely in over 250,000 treatments worldwide. Ultrasound energy itself has been used safely in the medical field for more than 50 years.
EVERYONE WITH:
- Active skin infection/disease
- Open wounds
- Active acne in the treatment area
- Pacemakers or other electronic implants
- Plates and pins in the treated area (e.g. jawline/cheeks, arm, leg)
- Cheekbone implants (if treatment is to be performed on the cheekbones)
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Bell’s Palsy (facial muscle weakness or paralysis that usually goes away on its own)
- Any infectious skin disease




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