The heat causes existing collagen fibres to contract, giving a small lift right away. Minimal discomfort Built-in cooling keeps you comfortable. Many see results after one treatment.

But what’s the difference between them?

Full results are visible as new collagen builds up. Most people enjoy smoother, firmer skin that lasts 12–24 months, depending on lifestyle and aging.

What is Thermage?

Ultrasound reaches deeper layers, similar to a surgical facelift. Real-time ultrasound imaging guides the treatment to the exact depth. Results can last up to 1–2 years with proper care. Resume normal activities right away.

It’s commonly used on the:

• Face

• Neck

• Eyes

• Abdomen

• Arms and thighs

After Thermage, your skin can feel firmer and look more lifted without surgery or injections.

What is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy (also called 超聲刀) uses focused ultrasound energy instead of radiofrequency. It sends ultrasound waves deep into the skin, targeting the same collagen-rich layers that are lifted during a surgical facelift. The ultrasound energy.

Ultherapy is often used to lift and tighten:

• Brows

• Chin and jawline

• Neck

• Décolletage (chest area)

Have realistic expectations of a natural lift, not a dramatic surgical facelift.

How Are They Different?

Are in generally good health, without active skin infections or certain medical conditions.

Who Should Choose Thermage?

Thermage is a good choice if:

• Are noticing mild to moderate skin laxity (looseness) on the face or neck.

• Typically resolves within a few hours to a day.

• You are looking for a more comfortable treatment with less downtime.

• Possible slight bruising Rare, but may occur, especially if sensitive s

• No activity restrictions You can return to work, exercise, and social events immediately.

Who Should Choose Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is better for you if:

• You have noticeable sagging (like droopy brows, loose jawline, or double chin).

• You need a lifting effect more than just smoothing.

• You don’t mind waiting a few months for full results.

• You prefer a treatment that reaches deeper skin layers.

Thermage vs Ultherapy lifts the skin more significantly because it targets deeper structures that Thermage doesn’t reach.

Treatment Experience: What Does It Feel Like?

Which best fits my budget? May be more cost‐effective Often higher cost per session A consultation at RETENS Medical Beauty Center will help you decide based on your skin, goals, and comfort level.

Newer machines (like Thermage FLX) even have cooling features to protect the skin’s surface and make it more comfortable.

超聲刀Ultherapy treatment can feel more intense. You might feel a deep heating and slight pinching or tingling. Some people need mild painkillers before Ultherapy to stay comfortable.

After both treatments, you can go back to your daily activities immediately!

How Long Until You See Results?

Thermage: You may notice some improvement right away, but the real results show in 1–2 months, as your body builds new collagen.

Ultherapy: Results take a bit longer, often 2–3 months, but the lifting effect can be more dramatic.

Both treatments continue to improve your skin over the following 3–6 months.

How Long Do Results Last?

The treatment hand-piece glides across your skin. Radiofrequency energy heats the dermis (middle layer).

You feel a warm sensation—no pain, thanks to built-in cooling. The heat shrinks collagen fibers immediately and kick-starts new collagen over months.

The probe sends focused ultrasound into precise layers. You feel tugs of warmth.

Can You Combine Thermage and Ultherapy?

• Yes! Some people choose to combine both treatments for even better results.

• Use Ultherapy for deep lifting (brows, jawline, neck).

• Use Thermage for surface smoothing (fine lines, skin texture).

By targeting different layers of the skin, combining the two can create a full-face rejuvenation without surgery!

Always talk to your doctor at RETENS Medical Beauty Center first to see if combining is right for you.

Why Choose RETENS for Your Treatment?

At RETENS Medical Beauty Center, we offer both 熱瑪吉Thermage and Ultherapy using the latest machines and safest techniques.

Why choose us?

• Professional Team: You can resume activities immediately—no redness or bruising.

• Personalized Plans: We design the best treatment for your skin type and goals.

• Comfort and Care: You may notice a small tightening effect right after the session.

• Proven Results: Our patients love their lifted, firmer skin and natural-looking improvements.

We are here to help you look and feel your best — safely and naturally.

Conclusion

The provider checks the exact treatment depth on a screen Slight redness or tenderness may appear but resolves quickly. Collagen remodeling brings gradual firming.

You feel small tugs of heat deep under your skin. This triggers collagen rebuilding. Clean skin. A cooling spray may be applied. Hand-piece glides in smooth circles over the target area. You feel warmth with each pulse.

A smooth ultrasound probe is placed on the skin with ultrasound gel. You see ultrasound images of your deep tissue on a screen—this ensures precision. The machine sends tiny bursts of ultrasound energy to exact depths (1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, 4.5 mm).