HIFU @ W.T.B Aesthetics: what is it? Does it really work?

Oct 23, 20202 min read

Updated: Nov 8, 2022

What is HIFU Treatment?

High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) is a relatively new cosmetic treatment. Previously used to treat cancers of different types, now the "go to" treatment for targeting various depths of the body’s tissue to produce skin tightening, skin lifting and body contouring. First used in Aesthetics in 2008 -for brow lift, now used for non-surgical facelifts

Entirely non-invasive, HIFU works by targeting deep layers in the skin – it boosts new collagen production and collagen regeneration right at the source. It is sometime called the ‘Lunchtime Face Lift’ as the treatment is quick, very tolerable and has no downtime.

Here comes the Science

Using ultrasound energy HIFU machines target the layers of skin just below the surface causing the tissue to heat up rapidly. This results in cellular damage at the right temperature. The damage stimulates the cells to produce more collagen. The increase in collagen results in tighter, firmer skin with fewer wrinkles. Since the high-frequency ultrasound beams are focused on a specific tissue site below the skin’s surface, there’s no damage to the upper layers of the skin and adjacent tissue.

Now I know....What Benefits do I get?

wrinkle reduction
tightening sagging skin
lifting the cheeks, eyebrows, and eyelids
enhancing jawline definition
smoothing the skin
Pores shrinkage
improves overall skin tone, pores, brightness and elasticity.

Here comes the FAQS

Does HIFU Treatments hurt?

Well, people have described it as tiny electric pulses, or a prickly sensation. It’s not pain free but it’s completely tolerable and pain level depends on what area is being treated - Face and Body.

Can I get my HIFU treatment on same day as my consultation?

Yes you can and it will be carried out by a qualified medical aesthetician and practitioner

What is the best price for HIFU Treatment?

Treatment prices vary depending on the technology a clinic uses, some machines are more powerful, less painful and more effective than others. We suggest you do your homework on the technology that’s used. @WB we use the best machine in market and produce excellent results - there are cheaper clinics in London but you know what they say....

Is HIFU safe?

We use a medical CE marked device and the treatment is performed by a trained medical aesthetician. Thus HIFU is a very safe and effective alternative to surgery. It is sometime called the ‘Lunchtime Face Lift’ as the treatment is quick, very tolerable and has no downtime.

Whats the Efficacy of HIFU and Longterm results?

A published study found that 94% of people described improvement in skin lifting at a 3-month follow-up visit. It also found that said improvement in appearance persisted for at least 6 months. *You will likely need to have additional HIFU treatments once the natural ageing process takes over.