No needles, no surgery, no downtime
Look 10-15 Years Younger
HIFU is the closest technology available to a true surgical face-lift and is a real alternative to needles and surgery. You can enjoy the benefits of anti-ageing, and face-lifting without surgery or needles. Combat the signs of ageing with tighter skin, lift and smooth skin for an instant youthful look. You can achieve these amazing results, naturally!
WHAT IS HIFU?
HIFU Treatment (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound) uses focused ultrasound technology to target layers of skin deep below the surface to firm and lift drooping tissue. HIFU takes approximately 60 minutes, is non-invasive, non-surgical, with minimal downtime.
HIFU stimulates the growth of collagen. Resulting in long-lasting, tighter, firmer skin; with fewer wrinkles and a glowing, youthful appearance just after one treatment.
You will not experience any damage to the skin’s surface, as the ultrasound is focussed on specific tissue under the skin.
IS HIFU FOR ME?
HIFU works best for people older than 30 who have mild to moderate skin laxity, where skin starts to feel and look less firm. For example, loose skin on the neck, sagging under the chin, lines and wrinkles.
A personalised skin diagnosis with our experts at Vinesse Aesthetics is highly recommended to check your suitability.
Those with photo damaged skin or a severe loose skin may need several treatments before seeing results.
HIFU isn’t recommended for people with skin infections and open lesions at the target area, severe or cystic acne, skin fillers or other injectables in the treatment area.
You should not proceed with HIFU if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have skin, heart, liver or kidney disease. Our clinician at Vinesse Aesthetics will ask you to complete a medical questionnaire to understand your suitability before being accepted for treatment.
HIFU isn’t a replacement for a surgical face lift, however if you are wanting a lift and you are not ready for surgery, this may be the solution for you. HIFU is a good option for those who are younger and looking to prolong the need for plastic surgery.
What results can I expect?
You may see some initial changes straight after your HIFU Treatment, however the real visible results will be revealed over 2-3 months, as your body starts to naturally regenerate collagen.
There are many aesthetic benefits of HIFU, including:
- Reduction of wrinkles
- Skin tightening on the neck and décolletage
- Lifting the cheeks, eyebrows, and eyelids
- Jawline definition
- Smoothing the skin
- Crow’s Feet, Forehead & Frown Lines
Does HIFU hurt?
Hifu is a comfortable procedure, however the level of comfort can vary between patients. Any sensations that you may experience will only be felt during HIFU delivery. Mild discomfort along bonier areas, like the jawline, may be felt. Your skin may appear slightly flushed immediately after HIFU, but any redness will subside within a few hours of treatment.
Comfort levels can vary from person to person, but the sensation only lasts while HIFU is being delivered.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients require 1-3 treatments, depending on the degree of skin laxity, the biological response to the ultrasound treatment and their bodies ability to build collagen.
After care
HIFU has no downtime! You can return to your normal activities straight after your procedure without any post-treatment restrictions or requirements.
- Your skin may appear slightly pink or red around the areas of treatment, using cool water when washing can relieve this sensation.
- The treated area may feel sore to touch for up to 4 weeks.
- It is normal for slight to mild swelling to occur – treat with ice packs and a steroid cream if required.
- Makeup can be applied immediately. We do recommend makeup with a mineral base.
- Soothing non irritating creams and moisturisers may be used.
- Avoid sun exposure immediately after treatment and always apply 30+ sun cream.
- Avoid using AHA/BHA’s and facial scrubs for up to one week after treatment.
- For 2-3 days post treatment, be careful to not exert the treated areas. Light walking as exercise is fine.
- Any symptoms that you may experience post-procedure like bruising or numbness are rare, and are temporary.
