High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound, also known as HIFU, is a non-invasive, new, and ground-breaking technology that lifts and tightens the skin reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. While this procedure is most commonly used for facial lifting and rejuvenation, it is also used to lift, tighten and contour the body. This new technology is able to treat multiple areas of the body requiring no downtime, is safe, and effective, with results lasting up to 3 years.
HIFU stimulates collagen production through highly concentrated ultrasound waves that use a low amount of energy to infiltrate deep into the body to tighten and firm the skin by accelerating the collagen and elastin production.
nEED TO KNOW
Procedure Time
2-4 Hours
Potential Risks
Mild Redness, Swelling, Tenderness, Bruising
Number of Treatments
Usually 1 to 2
Recovery Time
Immediately
Results Duration
Immediately & progress up to 6 months
Sensitivity
Mild & may last up to 7 days
BENEFITS
Long-Lasting
Effective Results
Sculpts
Non-Invasive
TREATMENT AREAS
Full Face
Forehead
Frown Lines
Crows Feet
Double Chin
Sagging Neck
Arms
Eyebrows
Cheeks
Sagging Jowls
Décolletage
Hips
Buttocks
Flanks
PRE-CARE
Increase water intake
Avoid invasive facial peels 4 weeks prior to treatment
Males need a clean shaven face
No cosmetic threads within the past year
No exfoliation facials 7 days prior
No alcohol within 48 hours
Avoid any active skin care 5 days pre and post treatment
Avoid sun-beds or direct UV exposure 1 week prior
Do not schedule if you have any open sores or wounds
You may take a pain reliever 1 hour prior to reduce any pain from the treatment.
POST-CARE
Avoid hot water, heat treatments (saunas, steam rooms, etc) or extreme cold for 24 hours
Drink an abundance of water to help flush out the toxins
Avoid sun-beds or direct UV exposure for a minimum of 1 week and apply SPF daily to protect the skin
Skin may feel dry after treatment, therefore we recommend to apply a hydrating mask three times a week or apply hyalouronic acid
Do not take aspirin or other anticoagulant medications as this can hinder the healing process
You may resume normal cleansing 24 hours after treatment but avoid fragranced products at the treatment area
Allow 2 weeks before continuing any laser/IPL treatments at the treatment site
3 – 6 months is the average time to see the best results; however, many clients gradually see improvement starting around 4 to 6 weeks
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Clients under the age of 18
Pregnant/Nursing
Liver or kidney problems
Heart or lung conditions
Suffers of physiological hypotonic (lacking muscle tone/muscle or tissue wastage)
Blood clotting disorders such as, hemophilia or a history of thrombosis, including those taking blood thinners
Post invasive surgery (in the treatment area – wait at least 12 months, avoiding any scar)
Clients with metal plates or joint implants, including permanent dermal implants (in the treatment area)
Recent Anti-Wrinkle treatments (must be more than 4 weeks after treatment)
Breast tissue or breast implants (area is avoided)
Diabetes (patch testing is required)
Hyper or Hypotension [high or low blood pressure]
Clients who have donated or received organ transplant
Fillers (area is avoided)
Cuts, abrasions or bruising (area is avoided)
During menstruation (skin is more sensitive and recommend waiting)
Keloid scarring (area is avoided)
Thyroid gland, thyroid cartilage and trachea (area is avoided)
Major blood vessels (area is avoided)