What Is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is a non-surgical lifting treatment that uses microfocused ultrasound energy.

It is commonly used for:

• Early jowls
• Poor jawline definition
• Mild facial sagging
• Loose neck skin
• Double-chin laxity
• Mild brow drooping
• Fine lines
• Reduced skin elasticity
• Décolletage wrinkles

Ultherapy does not remove excess skin or reproduce the results of a surgical facelift.

How Ultherapy Works

Ultherapy delivers ultrasound energy to selected depths beneath the skin.

The treatment may help:

• Stimulate new collagen
• Improve skin firmness
• Support deeper tissue tightening
• Improve jawline definition
• Reduce the appearance of mild jowls
• Improve neck laxity
• Create gradual facial lifting

The skin surface remains largely unaffected while controlled thermal points are created below it.

Ultherapy Treatment Areas

Ultherapy may be used on:

• Full face
• Lower face
• Jawline
• Under the chin
• Neck
• Brow area
• Décolletage

Different cartridges may be selected according to the treatment depth and area.

Ultherapy for the Jawline

Ultherapy is commonly chosen for early lower-face sagging.

Potential benefits include:

• Better jawline definition
• Firmer lower-face tissue
• Reduced appearance of mild jowls
• Improved facial contours
• Natural-looking lifting

Patients with advanced jowls may require thread lifting or surgical evaluation.

Ultherapy for the Neck

Ultherapy may help improve mild neck laxity.

Potential benefits include:

• Firmer neck skin
• Better jawline-to-neck definition
• Reduced loose skin beneath the chin
• Improved elasticity
• Softer fine lines

Neck bands or significant submental fat may require additional treatments.

Ultherapy for Brow Lifting

Ultherapy may be used around selected forehead and brow areas.

Potential benefits include:

• Mild brow elevation
• More open-looking eyes
• Improved forehead firmness
• Reduced appearance of upper-eyelid heaviness

The lift is generally subtle and cannot replace a surgical brow lift.

Benefits of Ultherapy

Potential benefits may include:

• Non-surgical facial lifting
• Improved jawline definition
• Better neck firmness
• Mild brow lifting
• Collagen stimulation
• No surgical incision
• Minimal downtime
• Gradual, natural-looking results
• One-session treatment for many patients

Results vary depending on age, anatomy, degree of laxity, number of lines, and individual collagen response.

Ultherapy vs Thermage FLX

Ultherapy

Often focuses on:

• Focused ultrasound energy
• Deeper lifting support
• Jawline definition
• Jowls
• Brow and neck lifting

Thermage FLX

Often focuses on:

• Monopolar radiofrequency
• Skin firmness
• Fine lines
• Diffuse laxity
• Overall skin texture

Some patients benefit from combining or alternating both treatments.

Ultherapy vs Shurink Universe

Both treatments use focused ultrasound technology.

Ultherapy

Often selected for:

• Premium ultrasound lifting
• Real-time tissue visualization
• Customized treatment depth
• Jawline and neck lifting
• Long-term collagen remodeling

Shurink Universe

Often selected for:

• Regular lifting maintenance
• Early facial laxity
• Shorter treatment sessions
• Customized shot counts
• Lower-face contouring

The most suitable device depends on anatomy, laxity, budget, and treatment goals.

Combination Treatments

Ultherapy may be combined with:

• Thermage FLX
• Oligio
• Botox
• Jaw Botox
• Dermal fillers
• Rejuran
• Juvelook
• Profhilo
• Skin boosters
• Thread lifting

Combination treatments should be planned according to the treatment area and desired result.

What Happens During Treatment?

A typical Ultherapy session may include:

• Facial assessment
• Skin cleansing
• Treatment-area marking
• Ultrasound gel application
• Real-time tissue visualization
• Focused ultrasound treatment
• Cooling or soothing care
• Post-treatment guidance

Treatment generally takes approximately 30–90 minutes depending on the area and number of lines.

Is Ultherapy Painful?

Patients may experience:

• Heat
• Tingling
• Deep aching
• Brief electrical sensations
• Pressure along the jawline or neck

Comfort varies according to treatment depth, number of lines, and individual sensitivity.

Pain-management options may be available.

Recovery After Ultherapy

Downtime is usually minimal.

Temporary effects may include:

• Mild redness
• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Tingling
• Temporary numbness
• Mild bruising

Most patients return to normal activities immediately.

Results Timeline

Some patients notice early tightening shortly after treatment.

Most collagen-related improvement develops gradually over approximately two to six months.

Potential improvements include:

• Better jawline definition
• Firmer lower-face tissue
• Reduced appearance of mild jowls
• Improved neck firmness
• Mild brow elevation

How Long Do Results Last?

Results may remain visible for approximately 12 months or longer depending on:

• Age
• Skin laxity
• Treatment intensity
• Number of lines
• Lifestyle
• Weight changes
• Collagen response

Many patients repeat treatment approximately once a year.

Estimated Ultherapy Cost in Seoul

Treatment costs vary depending on:

• Number of lines
• Treatment area
• Full-face or partial treatment
• Pain-management method
• Combination procedures
• Clinic experience
• Aftercare included

Patients should confirm whether the quoted price includes genuine Ultherapy treatment, the exact number of lines, VAT, and doctor treatment.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Ultherapy may be suitable for individuals who:

• Have mild to moderate skin laxity
• Have early jowls
• Want better jawline definition
• Have loose neck skin
• Want mild brow lifting
• Prefer non-surgical treatment
• Accept gradual results
• Want minimal downtime

Patients with severe sagging or large amounts of excess skin may benefit more from surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is a non-invasive microfocused ultrasound treatment that stimulates collagen and improves mild facial, jawline, neck, and brow laxity.

Is Ultherapy good for jowls?

Ultherapy may improve early or mild jowls by tightening deeper tissue and stimulating collagen. Advanced jowls may require additional treatment.

Is Ultherapy painful?

Patients may feel heat, tingling, pressure, or deep aching during treatment. Comfort varies by treatment area and individual sensitivity.

When will I see results?

Some early tightening may be visible soon after treatment, while most improvement develops over two to six months.

How long does Ultherapy last?

Results may last approximately one year or longer depending on age, skin condition, treatment intensity, and lifestyle.

Is there downtime?

Downtime is minimal. Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, or temporary numbness may occur.

Can Ultherapy be combined with Thermage?

Yes. Ultherapy and Thermage may be combined or alternated because they use different energy types and target different tissue characteristics.

Is Ultherapy available for international patients in Seoul?

Yes. Dermatology clinics in Hongdae and Seoul provide customized Ultherapy treatments for international patients.