What Is HIFU Treatment?

HIFU treatments have slowly but surely cemented their place in the aesthetics industry as a go-to treatment for skin tightening and anti-ageing. Also known as the ‘lunchtime facial’, HIFU treatments boast quick treatment times, minimal downtime, and fast results. Endorsed by celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Tess Daly, this cutting-edge treatment uses ultrasound beams to tighten and lift the skin, leaving your clients with a bright and smooth complexion. 

This Fox Pharma blog will act as your complete guide to HIFU treatments and answer questions including ‘‘What is HIFU treatment for the face?’ and ‘How many HIFU treatments are needed?’.

What is HIFU Treatment?

HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) is a non-invasive and painless treatment that uses ultrasound beams to treat a variety of skin concerns. It can penetrate deep into the skin and strengthen foundational skin layers to lift and improve the appearance of wrinkles. This results in tighter and firmer skin, which is why HIFU is often referred to as the ‘non-surgical facelift.’ HIFU treatments can also be done on the neck, décolletage, and body to lift and tighten skin and reduce fat.

How Does HIFU Work?

HIFU treatments are highly efficient for providing clients with painless skin rejuvenation and tightening without needles. Using a HIFU ultrasound machine, high-energy ultrasound waves penetrate the skin, causing thermal coagulation, which means the heat from the waves damages skin tissue. This triggers the body’s natural repair response, producing collagen and elastin for cell and skin regeneration, leaving your clients with tighter, smoother, and brighter skin. 

When used on the body for toning and slimming, the energy waves use heat to break down fat cells, allowing the lymphatic system to drain fat cells from the body more easily. The reduction in fat cells leads to a noticeable decrease in the amount of fat in the body and helps to create a slimmer appearance.

How Many HIFU Treatments Are Needed?

How many HIFU treatments are needed and the results a client will achieve depends on their individual skin and body condition. On average, noticeable results for facial skin tightening and rejuvenation can be achieved with just one or two sessions, and a top-up treatment is recommended every six months to maintain the results.

For body slimming, an average treatment course of two to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is recommended. Results usually appear within eight to twelve weeks and last up to twelve months.

Post-HIFU Treatment Aftercare

As HIFU is a non-invasive treatment, minimal downtime and aftercare are required. Clients may experience skin sensitivity, swelling, and redness immediately after the treatment, though this should subside after a few days. As with most cosmetic treatments, clients are advised to avoid makeup, excessive sun exposure, and heat and advised to stick to gentle skincare products for a few days.

HIFU Treatment Devices at Fox Pharma

Fox Pharma is a proud supplier of Pure Tone’s CE marked HIFU machines, which qualified practitioners can lease* or purchase with an extended two-year warranty.

The Pure Tone Inofus High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound HIFU Machine is recommended for use on the face, neck, and décolletage to treat sagging skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture. It comes with two handpieces to target multiple areas and can cover larger areas of the body faster than other devices. 

The Pure Tone Storming High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound HIFU Treatment Machine is lightweight and portable, allowing you to carry out treatments from anywhere. It combines the Infous machine’s core functionalities with CWM (Continuous Working Mode) technology to ensure optimal results. The CWM line-shot handpiece delivers continuous energy waves to larger areas, such as the legs, arms, back, and waist, to treat them more thoroughly than other HIFU devices. It’s recommended for body slimming and toning.

Upon purchase or enquiring to lease, practitioners will receive free CPD-certified in-person training worth £799 delivered by a qualified nurse.

Aesthetic Devices and More

Register with Fox Pharma to access market-leading aesthetic devices, including our HIFU treatment machines. Read our blog for more information about our innovative aesthetic supplies and guide to clinic equipment. Don’t hesitate to contact us for any further questions.

*Leasing agreements are only available for limited companies. Not a regulated credit agreement. Subject to credit checks and leasing price is dependent on the device. T&Cs apply, for more information visit Shire Online.