Thermage FLX

How it works

Radiofrequency passes through the skin and heats the collagen layer, contracting existing collagen fibres immediately and stimulating new collagen afterwards, while the tip sprays cryogen to protect the surface.

What the clinic highlights

• Heats an area rather than points like HIFU, so it focuses on overall smooth tightness.
• Face, eye and body tips are available.
• One session is the standard protocol — no long course required.

Who it suits

• •Mild to moderate laxity with fine lines
• •Enlarged pores and uneven texture
• •Slightly heavy upper eyelids without wanting surgery

Aftercare

• •Moisturise well and use sunscreen daily.
• •Avoid sauna and hot baths for two to three days.
• •Cool compresses help if there is mild swelling.

FAQ

• Thermage or Ulthera — which one?▾

  Thermage focuses on overall dermal tightening and smoothness; Ulthera lifts the deep SMAS layer. Many patients combine them for both lift and tightness.

• Can it really be done around the eyes?▾

  Yes — there is a dedicated eye tip, used with protective eye shields.

• Does the number of shots matter?▾

  Yes. The right shot count for your face size and laxity determines the outcome; the doctor assesses this beforehand.

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• OndaCoolwaves microwave that targets fat while tightening skin
• SofwaveParallel-beam ultrasound focused on the mid-dermis, with less pain
• Shurink UniverseKorea's popular HIFU — fast shots, wide depth range