As we age, it is inevitable that our skin will start to droop and lose some of its youthful elasticity. This is because the collagen responsible for keeping young skin looking radiant and bouncy tends to break down over time. On top of this, collagen production slows down as we get older.
While this might sound like a problem that can only be fixed by expensive surgeries, the truth is that there are new, non-surgical alternatives like ultherapy to help you look youthful and glowing again.
What is Ultherapy?
Ultherapy treatment is a revolutionary skin-tightening procedure that utilizes ultrasound waves to lift sagging skin and boost collagen production in your face without the complications associated with facelift surgery.
This treatment is best for those looking for lifting and tightening of drooping skin around the following areas:
- Under the eyes
- Around the brows
- Neck
- Jaw line
- Decolletage
- Chin
Ultherapy can even be used to reduce the severity of both fine and deep lines as well as wrinkles.
Because this procedure only requires ultrasound waves in order to be effective, there are no chemicals, needles, scalpels, lasers or fillers to be concerned about.
How Does the Procedure Work?
Prior to your treatment, the specialist will apply a light, lubricating gel to your skin in order to allow the ultrasound device to pass over your skin comfortably. The wand is a special, handheld machine that uses direct pulses of ultrasound energy to encourage collagen production and provide natural lifting.
The ultrasound energy is able to penetrate into the layers of your skin where collagen is produced, and the heat from this energy is what sparks the production of brand-new collagen.
Since ultherapy’s effectiveness lies in its ability to jump-start your body’s own natural processes for skin rejuvenation, you will continue to see gradual improvement over the following two to three months. This also means that some people have the potential to see long-lasting results through a continued boost in collagen production.
Is Ultrasound Therapy Safe?
Everyone has different levels of pain tolerance, so it is impossible to say that the procedure is pain-free. However, the majority of people who receive the treatment say the discomfort is very mild and temporary. If you are concerned about discomfort, taking over-the-counter painkillers is usually recommended.
As far as safety is concerned, ultrasound energy use is well-established in the medical field. The procedure uses the exact same kind of ultrasound waves that would be used in a medical setting, so there is no cause for concern. In addition to this, ultherapy is the only alternative treatment backed by the FDA for lifting sagging skin in this way.
Who Can Benefit From Ultherapy?
This treatment can benefit both men and women who are seeking an alternative to a facelift. If you have noticed drooping skin or wrinkles around your eyes, brows, chin, jowls or neck, ultherapy might be exactly what you need to slow down the hands of time.
