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Ten Things to Know
10 Things to Know About Ultherapy®
Everything you need to know about Tess Daly’s favourite treatment
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Hands up – who watched the last series of Strictly Come Dancing and spent most of the time wondering how Tess Daly manages to keep her skin looking so flawless? Luckily for you, Beyond Beauty knows her secret! Ultherapy® is a non-invasive treatment loved by celebrities, helping to lift and tighten the skin with little downtime.
We know it sounds a bit too good to be true, so we spoke to Dr Annelize Meyer to get the lowdown on everything you need to know about the procedure.
1. WHAT IS ULTHERAPY®?
Day-to-day our faces are constantly subjected to movement and pressure – when we smile, Dr Annelize Meyer aesthetic practitioner sleep, talk, shout, cry or laugh – which can Meyer Clinic, Chichester take its toll on levels of elastin and collagen. IG: @meyerclinic Over time, the interplay of genetic, lifestyle and environmental factors such as UV exposure and pollutants break down the collagen in the skin, weakening the fibres and causing loss of skin elasticity, which contributes to sagging and laxity. Ultherapy® is a non-surgical micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation (MFU-V) treatment that stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin, helping to combat the skin’s sagging and laxity as we age.
2. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Ultherapy® uses precise micro-focused ultrasound energy to heat the deep structural layers of the skin without disrupting the skin’s surface. After treatment, the body’s tissue repair process stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin, creating a lifting effect.
3. WHAT AREAS CAN ULTHERAPY® TREAT?
The device is used for non-invasive sculpting and lifting of the skin on the upper and lower face, under the chin, neck and on the eyebrows as well as improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the décolletage (chest area). The treatment can be tailored according to different areas of the face and a qualified practitioner can customise treatment plans to individual patient needs.
Tess Daly, model and television presenter
“What I like about Ultherapy® is that it’s a treatment that makes you look fresher with natural-looking results. It’s not going to change your appearance or make you look like a different version of yourself. I think that in itself is a win because nobody wants to look like a strange wind tunnelled version of themselves. I absolutely see Ultherapy as an investment in the future of my skin because it is a treatment you can have once a year or once every 18 months that just helps to lift and boost your own skin.”
4. HOW LONG DOES A TREATMENT TAKE?
The length of the treatment will depend on your area of concern and your individual treatment plan, however a face and neck treatment typically takes around 60-90 minutes, while a décolletage treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. You could nip out and get it done in your lunch break!
5. WHEN WILL YOU SEE RESULTS?
You will be able to see the results from three months following treatment, as the growth of new collagen and elastin replaces old tissue, resulting in tightened skin.
6. ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS OR RECOVERY TIME?
During the procedure you might experience some mild discomfort, but generally, there is no real recovery time. The skin might appear flushed at first, but the redness should disappear within a few hours. Some patients experience slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to the touch, but these are usually temporary.
As with any aesthetic medical procedure, there is the possibility of other side effects, which your practitioner will review with you. However, more than 1.75 million Ultherapy® procedures have been performed worldwide, and every medical Ultherapy® practitioner receives extensive procedural training so you can feel confident in choosing the procedure!
7. HOW LONG WILL RESULTS LAST?
Patients typically return for a treatment every 18 months or so, but this will depend on the patient and area targeted.
8. ARE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR ULTHERAPY®?
A good Ultherapy® candidate has mild to moderate skin laxity where the skin begins to look less firm or tight. Examples include a lowered eyebrow, loose skin on the neck, sagging under the chin, and lines or wrinkles on the chest. Ultherapy® is also suitable for all skin colours and types including darker skin tones. To determine what results you could expect with Ultherapy®, speak to a medical practitioner.
9. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Pricing can vary depending on the treatment protocol to achieve your desired results and will be discussed during your consultation with your aesthetic practitioner. For smaller areas, prices can start from around £500 for a brow.
10. WHO CAN PERFORM ULTHERAPY®?
To book your Ultherapy® appointment, you should consult a qualified authorised medical practitioner who will advise the most appropriate treatment for you. To find your nearest Ultherapy® provider, scan the QR code!
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M-ULT-UKI-0982 Date of preparation June 2021
Before After
Patient before and 90 days after Ultherapy treatment
