I got blindsided while researching lifting — A summary of the differences between Thermage and Ulthera that I didn't know

I learned things I really didn't know while going for lifting consultations, so I'm sharing them.

 

Honestly, at first, I also thought that if it was expensive or famous, it must be good, so I started by looking into Ulthera.

 

But as I continued with the counseling, I realized that the question of which one is best was wrong in itself.

 

I realized that lifting isn't about being good or bad, but rather about whether it suits my skin or not.

 

The choice varies completely depending on skin thickness, degree of sagging, and amount of fat.

 

I learned for the first time during the consultation that the skin is divided into the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous fat layer, and SMAS layer, and that the effects vary completely depending on which layer is targeted.

 

 

Thermage is a method that regenerates collagen by heating the dermis layer with radio frequency.

 

While the effects appear gradually over three months, skin texture, fine lines, and elasticity improve very steadily.

 

This direction is suitable for those with thin skin who are concerned about fine lines.

 

However, I heard that if someone with severe sagging undergoes Thermage alone, the changes in their body lines might be less than expected, so that made me reconsider.

 

 

Ultherapy is a procedure that uses ultrasound to directly target the SMAS layer. Since it non-surgically targets the layer that is pulled in surgical lifting, it is highly effective for cases where the jawline has sagged or the cheeks have drooped.

 

However, I learned that the doctor's skill is really important, and that if you have thin skin or little fat, it can actually cause hollowing or sunken cheeks, so I shouldn't just choose one because it is unconditionally good.

 

 

I hope this is helpful for anyone who, like me, thought that expensive things must be good :)

 

For those of you who have received Thermage or Ulthera, what concerns led you to choose them? I would really appreciate it if you could share your experiences.