Ulthera
Delivers focused ultrasound energy to a set depth in the skin. It is used to support firmness; how much change appears differs by person.
Focuses ultrasound to single points, reaching the deep SMAS layer
Treatments people consider
Suitable for · People looking for firmness along the jawline and cheeks
Delivers focused ultrasound energy to a set depth in the skin. It is used to support firmness; how much change appears differs by person.
- Time
- About 40 min
- Discomfort (typical)
- ●●●●○
- Downtime
- Usually none, though redness can last a few hours.
- Results
- Often described as gradual over 2-3 months.
✈️ Fine to have mid-trip; there is usually nothing visible afterwards.
Details at consultation
Suitable for · People looking for a shorter, lower-cost ultrasound option
Focused ultrasound delivered in lines or dots, often over more frequent sessions than other devices.
- Time
- About 30 min
- Discomfort (typical)
- ●●●○○
- Downtime
- Usually none.
- Results
- Often described as gradual; repeat sessions are common.
✈️ One of the easier options to fit into a short trip.
Details at consultation
Suitable for · People who want firmness with radiofrequency rather than ultrasound
Heats the skin with radiofrequency across a broader area. Used to support firmness and texture.
- Time
- About 60 min
- Discomfort (typical)
- ●●●○○
- Downtime
- Usually none; warmth and redness can last a few hours.
- Results
- Often described as appearing over 1-3 months.
✈️ Plan a rest of a few hours afterwards rather than a full schedule.
Details at consultation
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These are differences, not rankings. Which one suits you is decided with a doctor at the clinic.
| Ulthera | Shurink Universe | Thermage FLX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main goal | People looking for firmness along the jawline and cheeks | People looking for a shorter, lower-cost ultrasound option | People who want firmness with radiofrequency rather than ultrasound |
| Technology | Delivers focused ultrasound energy to a set depth in the skin. It is used to support firmness; how much change appears differs by person. | Focused ultrasound delivered in lines or dots, often over more frequent sessions than other devices. | Heats the skin with radiofrequency across a broader area. Used to support firmness and texture. |
| Discomfort | ●●●●○ | ●●●○○ | ●●●○○ |
| Downtime | Usually none, though redness can last a few hours. | Usually none. | Usually none; warmth and redness can last a few hours. |
| Time | About 40 min | About 30 min | About 60 min |
| Price | Details at consultation | Details at consultation | Details at consultation |
| Good for travellers? | Fine to have mid-trip; there is usually nothing visible afterwards. | One of the easier options to fit into a short trip. | Plan a rest of a few hours afterwards rather than a full schedule. |
| Results timeline | Often described as gradual over 2-3 months. | Often described as gradual; repeat sessions are common. | Often described as appearing over 1-3 months. |
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Free skin consultationCommon questions
- What is this treatment?
- Delivers focused ultrasound energy to a set depth in the skin. It is used to support firmness; how much change appears differs by person.
- Who is it usually for?
- People looking for firmness along the jawline and cheeks
- How much downtime should I expect?
- Usually none, though redness can last a few hours.
- When do results show?
- Often described as gradual over 2-3 months.
- Is it suitable during a short trip?
- Fine to have mid-trip; there is usually nothing visible afterwards.
- How much does it cost?
- Prices differ by clinic and by what is included. We show a price only when a clinic has given us the figure and we have checked it — otherwise ask at the consultation.