When it comes to sculpting the face with beauty procedures, Ultherapy stands out as a non-invasive, natural lifting solution. More than two million successful treatments worldwide attest to its effectiveness. Fion Wu, Director of The DRx Clinic, explains, “Ultherapy utilizes ultrasound to stimulate collagen production deep within the skin’s layers. This triggers a natural healing response that gradually tightens and lifts tissue over time.” Ultherapy effectively targets sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles, providing a non-surgical alternative to facelifts.
Ideal for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity, sagging jowls, and drooping eyebrows, Wu emphasizes the treatment’s gradual yet significant lifting and tightening effects. She recalls a patient in her 50s who sought to address sagging in her jawline and neck area. After Ultherapy, she experienced gradual improvements in skin texture and tightness over several months. The most remarkable transformation was a noticeably lifted and more defined jawline, diminishing prominent jowls and giving her a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
For a comprehensive facial rejuvenation and plump, youthful skin, Wu recommends combining Ultherapy with Merz Aesthetics’ Skin Refresh Treatment. Merz Aesthetics’ Skin Refresh Treatment works by blocking the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger responsible for muscle contractions, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Wu explains, “The Skin Refresh Treatment is free from complexing proteins, potentially minimizing the risk of antibody resistance compared to similar products. It is best suited for adults seeking to reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows.”
Visible smoothing can be observed as early as three to four days after the injection. If you’re noticing the beginnings of crows feet or forehead lines, this alternative could be worth trying. It’s advisable to undergo Ultherapy first, allowing for a more accurate volume of Skin Refresh Treatment to be administered, yielding the most natural-looking results.
Wu highlights the minimal downtime associated with both procedures. With Merz Aesthetics’ Skin Refresh Treatment, temporary redness, swelling, or bruising at injection sites may occur but typically subsides within a few hours to a couple of days. “Avoid strenuous activities, excessive sun exposure, and remain upright for a few hours,” she advises. Regarding Ultherapy, “We recommend patients avoid excessive sun exposure and maintain a healthy skincare routine. Hydration and collagen-boosting products can help prolong the treatment’s effects. Periodic maintenance sessions may be recommended to sustain results over time.”
The advantage of this combination is the almost-immediate results from Merz Aesthetics’ Skin Refresh Treatment injections, with the Ultherapy improvements becoming evident in two to three months as new collagen stimulates skin revitalization. The outcome? A natural, subtle rejuvenation that delivers a refreshed and youthful appearance.
