FAQs

WHAT IS HIGH INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND (HIFU)?

HIFU is a safe, non-surgical ultrasound treatment that helps to counteracts the effects of time and gravity on your skin. This treatment uses your own body’s ability to restore and repair to gently and gradually lift the deeper SMAS layer of tissue and to restore a more youthful appearance.

 

WHAT DOES HIFU TREAT?

We use HIFU to treat:

• Eye area including brow to create a gentle lift,
• Under the chin
• Neck
• Face
• Jaw
• Décolletage
• “Tuck shop” arms
• Legs
• Stomach

 

DOES HIFU REPLACE A FACE LIFT?

HIFU treats the same deep foundational layer of tissues which are addressed in cosmetic surgery, but cannot fully duplicate the results of a facelift. HIFU is still a great alternative for a more natural look, or used to delay the need for surgery and can also be used by clients looking to extend the results of cosmetic surgery.

 

IS HIFU SIMILAR TO LASER?

Not at all. HIFU uses sound energy with unique properties that allow it to bypass the surface of the skin to treat at a deeper level. Unlike laser, this means that the surface of the skin is untouched. HIFU then stimulates collagen production at the deep levels, resulting in a clinically significant lift of tissue over the following 2-3 months.

Lasers treat more superficially and can treat surface fine lines and wrinkles as well as pigmentation, veins, redness and rosacea.

Combined, laser and HIFU provide enhanced clinical outcome.

 

HOW DOES HIFU STIMULATE COLLAGEN PRODUCTION?

The treatment deposits ultrasound waves deep in the tissues at an optimal temperature for collagen regeneration which jump starts a natural process, called neocollagenesis, to produce fresh, new collagen. HIFU relies on your body’s own collagen-building process for natural, noticeable results.

 

HOW LONG WILL A HIFU TREATMENT TAKE?

The length of the HIFU treatment will depend on the area treated and your individual treatment plan. A face and neck procedure typically takes 60-90 minutes, while a décolletage treatment on its own takes approximately 30 minutes.

 

WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME?

There is no downtime and HIFU treatment can be considered a lunchtime procedure.

 

PRE & POST

HIGH INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND (HIFU) PRE-TREATMENT

Avoid the following 2 weeks prior to treatment.

• Sunburn
• Laser treatments
• Waxing, depilatory cream within the last one week
• We cannot treat if you have the following in the treatment area
• Eczema or Psoriasis
• Fungal Dermatitis

HIGH INTENSITY FOCUSED ULTRASOUND (HIFU) POST-TREATMENT

• Avoid excessive heat/sweating/hot shower/sauna
• Use Balense Anti-Ageing
• Eczema or Psoriasis
• Fungal Dermatitis

 

BOOK A FREE INITIAL NO-RISK CONSULTATION

 

Many of our clients find the choice of treatments confusing! Here at Ultimate Skin & Body all our treatments and products are backed by science but not every treatment is right for every client. Therefore we offer an initial free, no obligation 30-minute consultation to enable our team to identify your priorities and help you make the best choices to deliver an optimal result.

Let our experienced professionals guide you.