When will Thermage effects begin to appear? A summary of the 2-week to 3-month change period.

Mechanical lifting procedures all seem similar, but in reality The way you feel the Thermage effect is quite different.
I am “A feeling of being pulled in” I was expecting it to be like this, but since Thermage gradually hardens the tissue, you may not see much of a change at first.

 

especially When will the Thermage effect be visible? The reason why the question always follows is
This procedure is not an immediate lifting → maintenance structure.
Tissue regeneration → Slow elasticity recovery structure Because it's a win.

 

Referring to the treatments I have received so far, the timing and duration of the Thermage effect,
And I've summarized why there is a difference in the perceived effect between Thermage 300 shot effect and Thermage effect in your 40s!

 

 

 

1) What kind of treatment is Thermage?

 

Thermage uses radiofrequency (RF) energy.
It delivers heat to the skin's dermis layer and underlying collagen structure.

 

- Immediately after the procedure: The tissues will slightly contract due to the heat.

- Afterwards: Damaged collagen is slowly regenerated

 

So at first it felt a little organized

→ Feeling of increased elasticity between 2 and 12 weeks

 

It's not a treatment that drastically changes things
It's easier to think of it as "a feeling of the skin re-establishing itself."

 

 

 

2) When did you actually start feeling it?

Immediately after the procedure (1-3 days)

 

It feels a little firmer because of the heat

When applying makeup, the skin surface may appear smooth.

This is a temporary swelling control + collagen contraction effect.

→ “Oh, is it a bit more organized?”

 

2 to 4 weeks

 

This is the first period where you can feel the effects of Thermage.

The elasticity line that was loose under the cheekbones/balls is slowly starting to be organized.

→ The tea is not big, but there is a difference when comparing the photos.

 

6 to 12 weeks

 

At this time, collagen regeneration begins in earnest.

The feeling of the side/jaw line being firmly held

The reason why the satisfaction level of the Thermage effect in people in their 40s is high is also in this range.

→ It’s not that it “goes up”, but rather the feeling that the bottom of the ball doesn’t collapse.

 

 

 

3) Why the feeling changes depending on the number of shots (Thermage 300 shot effect)

 

The number of shots is
It is directly related to “how broad and deep the impact will be.”

 

 

- 300 shots : Gently organize the entire face
→ Suitable for first treatment / when body shape is not large or elasticity is starting to decline

 

 

- More than 600 shots : In cases where there is a distinct, bumpy elastic line on the cheeks/chin/neck, etc.
→ If there is a little volume, this one feels more clear

 

In other words, the more you shoot, the better it is not necessarily.
It is more important to distribute it appropriately as needed on the face.

 

 

 

4) Why the perception differs between those in their 30s and 40s

 

30s: "A feeling of maintaining elasticity without collapsing."
→ Comparing before and after, you can see the difference in blurriness and clarity of lines.

 

40s: Feel the support under the ball increasing
→ Helps to organize the impression of being 'off/flowing'

 

That's why the 40s Thermage effect is mentioned a lot in the community.

 

 

5) To make the Thermage effect last longer

 

Thermage is said to have an effect period of usually 6 months to 1 year.
However, the difference in staying power is quite large depending on the lifestyle pattern.

 

Frequent sauna/steam bathing → Heat stimulation may reduce elasticity retention

Lack of sleep/stress → slow collagen regeneration

Lack of moisture → Skin texture is not firm

 

So, after the procedure, it is important to maintain moisture and manage heat stimulation.
It plays a bigger role in stabilizing the effect than you might think.

 

 

 

 

FAQ

 

Q. I heard that some people see the effects of Thermage right away?
A. Yes, you may see a mild immediate effect due to collagen contraction immediately afterward.
However, lasting changes appear within 2 to 12 weeks.

 

 

Q. Would it be better to do it with Ulthera?
A. The purpose is different.
Wellthera → Deep SMAS lifting
Thermage → Skin surface elasticity restoration + texture improvement
Using the two together is not an overlapping but a complementary combination.

 

 

Q. Why is there such a big difference in the price of Thermage?
A. It is due to differences in tip type/number of shots/generation of equipment/skill of the practitioner.

“Why is it cheap?” “Are the shot count and tip information clear?” is more important.

 

 

Q. Is the effect of Thermage 300 Shot ambiguous?
A. If the loss of elasticity is in the early stages, it is quite meaningful.
If your cheek/chin line has already collapsed significantly, it is natural to consider a higher shot count.

 

 

 

 

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