Ultherapy / Ultherapy PRIME®
Also known as: Non-Surgical Facelift
Recovery
- No downtime required
- Resume work, exercise, or social activities immediately
- Mild redness or slight swelling may occur but fades within a few hours.
About Ultherapy / Ultherapy PRIME®
Treated areas:Chest, Decolletage, Chin, Crow's feet, Forehead, Jawline, Marionette lines, Midface, Nasolabial folds, Neck
ULTHERAPY & ULTHERAPY PRIME®: Precision Lift & Firm Naturally
FDA-Cleared Ultrasound Lift | Deep Lifting | Zero Downtime
Ultherapy and Ultherapy PRIME® are the gold standard in non‑surgical skin lifting, FDA‑cleared treatments that use focused ultrasound energy to lift, tighten, and firm skin naturally. Unlike surface treatments, they reach deep into the structural layers of your skin & exactly where a plastic surgeon would work during a facelift to trigger your body’s own collagen and elastin renewal. The result? Gradual, long‑lasting lifting and rejuvenation without surgery, incisions, or recovery time.
Ultherapy PRIME® is the latest, most advanced generation, engineered for faster treatment, superior comfort, and unmatched precision with high‑definition real‑time imaging. It delivers the same trusted lifting effect, but with a smoother, safer, and more personalised experience.
How It Works
Deep, Safe, Precise
Ultherapy delivers focused ultrasound energy deep beneath the skin’s surface, creating tiny, controlled thermal points at precise depths (1.5mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm) targeting the foundational support layer that keeps skin firm and lifted.
✨ Deep Stimulation: Controlled heat triggers your skin’s natural healing response, prompting it to grow fresh, strong collagen and elastin fibres.
✨ Real‑Time HD Visualisation: Our specialists see exactly which layers are being treated as they work, ensuring perfect placement, safety, and no damage to surface skin.
✨ Structural Support: Over 3–6 months, this new internal “scaffold” tightens and lifts skin firmly from within restoring your natural youthful shape.
Ultherapy Classic vs. Ultherapy PRIME®
Choose Your Perfect Fit
| Feature | Classic Ultherapy | Ultherapy PRIME® (Recommended) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Trusted, proven ultrasound foundation | Same trusted science + enhanced performance |
| Visualization | Standard imaging | HD clarity for sharper view, ultra‑precise targeting |
| Speed | Standard treatment pace | ~20% faster sessions which saves you time |
| Comfort | Good tolerance | Significantly improved, gentler, smoother experience |
| Customisation | Standard settings | Advanced energy tuning, tailored exactly to your skin thickness & concern |
What It Does For You
✅True Non‑Surgical Lift: No cuts, no scars, no injections, no anaesthesia just natural lifting from deep within.
✅ Tightens Mild‑to‑Moderate Sagging: Highly effective for loose skin on face, neck, and décolletage.
✅ Sharpens Jawline & Neck Definition: Eliminates blurry contours, reduces fullness under the chin, and restores a clean, elegant profile.
✅ Lifted, Refreshed Eyes: Elevates drooping brows, reduces hooding, and opens up the eye area for a brighter, more awake look.
✅ Smoother, Firmer Skin: Softens fine lines, reduces crepiness, and improves elasticity and texture across the entire face.
✅ 100% Natural Results: Changes develop slowly and beautifully, you look rested and younger, never “pulled” or artificial.
✅ Zero Downtime: One session only; return to your routine immediately.
Popular Treatment Areas
| Treatment Area | What It Achieves |
|---|---|
| Forehead & Brows | Lifts droopy eyebrows, smooths horizontal lines, tightens loose skin for a more open, awake look |
| Around Eyes | Lifts saggy upper/lower skin, softens crow’s feet and fine lines, reduces tired or puffy appearance |
| Cheeks | Lifts sagging cheeks, restores fullness, improves elasticity, makes face look more defined and youthful |
| Nasolabial Folds | Softens deep smile lines beside nose, makes folds much shallower and less noticeable |
| Mouth Area | Lifts downturned corners, smooths lines around lips, reduces saggy skin near mouth |
| Jawline & Chin | Sharpens and defines jawline, tightens double chin, removes loose skin, creates clear V-shape contour |
| Neck | Fades neck bands, lines and creepy skin, tightens saggy neck skin, makes neck smoother and firmer |
| Chest / Décolletage | Reduces fine lines, wrinkles and sun damage, firms thin skin, evens out texture and tone |
Ideal Candidate
Best suited for adults aged 30 to 60 years old.
You are the perfect candidate if you:
- Notice early or progressing loss of skin firmness and elasticity
- Have mild‑to‑moderate sagging, looseness, or falling cheeks
- See your once‑sharp jawline becoming soft or undefined
- Experience heavy, drooping brows or hooded upper eyelids
- Have early sagging, fullness, or horizontal lines under the chin or neck
- Want visible, significant lifting but refuse surgery, anaesthesia, needles, or downtime
- Are busy, value convenience, and want full facial rejuvenation in just one single session
Proven Results
- Natural Facelift Effect: Lifts and restores shape while keeping your unique facial expressions completely intact, no frozen or artificial look.
- Sculpted Contours: Sharper jawline, reduced double chin, and a slimmer, more elegant profile.
- Lifted Mid-Face: Higher, fuller cheeks that smooth smile lines and bring back youthful volume.
- Rejuvenated Eyes: Open, bright, and lifted eye area; reduced hooding and tired appearance.
- Youthful Neck & Chest: Tightened loose skin, smoother lines, and rejuvenation that extends beyond the face.
- Long‑Term Skin Health: Improved density, elasticity, and glow. Results last 12–18 months or more as collagen continues to mature.
Price by Region
| Location | Ranging from |
|---|---|
| Korea | 2,500,000 (KRW) |
| Thailand | 60,000 (THB) |
| China | 15,000 (RMB) |
| Japan | 390,000 (JPY) |
| Malaysia | 8,000 (MYR) |
| Singapore | 2,600 (SGD) |
| Indonesia | 25,000,000 (IDR) |
How It Is Performed
Clinician cleanses skin and applies topical numbing cream for 20-30 minutes. Treatment areas are mapped and marked. Ultrasound gel applied; the Ulthera Prime handpiece with DeepSEE imaging is positioned on the skin. The clinician visualises tissue layers in real time and delivers focused ultrasound energy at 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm depths reaching the SMAS layer. 300-800 treatment lines are delivered, triggering neocollagenesis. Cooling soothing serum is applied post-treatment.
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Preparation
- Avoid NSAIDs, vitamin E, fish oil, and ginkgo for 5-7 days.
- Stop retinoids, AHAs/BHAs, vitamin C serums 5-7 days prior.
- Avoid chemical peels or laser resurfacing for 1-2 weeks.
- Arrive with clean sunburn-free skin and no makeup.
- Eat a light meal beforehand.
Followup Care
- No makeup for 24 hours.
- Use gentle moisturisers and SPF 50+.
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms, intense workouts for 48-72 hours.
- Mild redness or tingling 2-3 days.
- Review at 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ultherapy PRIME painful?
Modern Ulthera Prime uses an upgraded transducer that significantly reduces discomfort. Most patients describe brief warm prickling well managed with topical numbing.
How is Ulthera Prime different from HIFU?
Ulthera Prime is the only ultrasound lifting device with real-time visualisation (DeepSEE) allowing precise energy delivery to the SMAS.
How many sessions do I need?
Most patients see optimal results with a single session; touch-ups every 12-18 months.
Why is Ultherapy Prime in Korea or Thailand so popular?
K-beauty and Bangkok clinics offer the latest device at 50-60% lower prices than Western markets.
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