HIFU

HIFU

Lift and tighten skin with high-intensity focused ultrasound — a non-surgical alternative to a facelift performed by qualified practitioners.

£200-£3,000
Duration60–90 MINUTES
Downtime048 hrs
Results in8–12 WEEKS
Longevity12–18 MONTHS
NON-SURGICALCOLLAGEN BOOSTINGNO DOWNTIMELONG-LASTING
About

WHAT IS HIFU?

HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) is a non-surgical skin tightening treatment that uses focused ultrasound energy to heat the deep layers of skin — including the same layer targeted in surgical facelifts. This stimulates collagen production, resulting in lifted, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin without incisions or downtime.

COMMON TREATMENT AREAS:

  • Face and jawline
  • Neck and décolletage
  • Brow lift
  • Under-chin (double chin)
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Forehead

Process

What to Expect

A qualified practitioner uses a handheld device to deliver precise ultrasound energy to the deeper skin layers (typically 3–4.5mm deep). The heat triggers immediate collagen contraction and long-term collagen remodelling. Over the following months, skin gradually lifts and tightens as new collagen forms.

Treatment time

60–90 MINUTES

Pain level

MODERATE — PRICKLING OR HEAT SENSATIONS DURING TREATMENT

Downtime

MINIMAL; MILD REDNESS SWELLING OR TENDERNESS MAY LAST 24–48 HOURS

When results appear

8–12 WEEKS

Full results

4–6 MONTHS

Longevity

12–18 MONTHS

Look and feel

LIFTED FIRMER SKIN WITH IMPROVED DEFINITION AND REDUCED SAGGING
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IS IT RIGHT FOR ME?

THIS TREATMENT MAY BE SUITABLE IF:

  • You have mild to moderate skin laxity
  • You're looking for a non-surgical facelift alternative
  • You want long-lasting results without surgery or needles
  • You're willing to wait for gradual progressive improvement
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Pre-Care & Aftercare

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Arrive with clean skin free of makeup or skincare products
  • Stay hydrated
  • Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 2 weeks
  • Discuss realistic expectations — HIFU is not a replacement for surgical lifting in cases of severe sagging

AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Mild redness or swelling is normal and typically resolves within 24 hours
  • Apply gentle moisturiser and SPF
  • Avoid vigorous exercise or hot environments for 24 hours
  • Results develop gradually over 2–6 months as collagen builds
  • A single treatment often provides results but some may benefit from a touch-up after 12–18 months

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