Sofwave® – Face Firming by Ultrasound

You may feel warmth and pulsing as the ultrasound is delivered.

How intense it feels varies depending on the area and individual sensitivity.

Comfort measures can be offered where needed.

The skin may show temporary redness, tenderness or slight swelling.

However, most people can return to their usual activities quickly after the session.

Sofwave® usually involves little or no downtime.

However, a temporary skin reaction is still possible depending on the area and individual sensitivity.

Results develop gradually.

A first change may sometimes be noticeable quickly, but the improvement in firmness and contours mainly builds in the weeks following the session, as the skin remodels.

The number of sessions depends on your needs, the initial condition of your skin and the result you are looking for.

A single session may be offered in some cases. Additional or maintenance sessions may be recommended depending on your progress and goals.

This varies depending on your age, skin quality, the degree of laxity, your lifestyle and the natural progression of skin ageing.

A maintenance session may be offered where appropriate.

Sofwave® generates controlled thermal stimulation that triggers the biological mechanisms involved in collagen remodelling.

It is this gradual response that contributes to improved skin firmness.

By improving skin firmness, Sofwave® can help make the contours of the face look more defined.

However, it does not change the volumes or the anatomical structure of the face.

No.

Sofwave® is a non-surgical technology designed to gradually improve skin firmness and certain signs of laxity.

A surgical facelift addresses different indications and a different degree of correction.

Sofwave® is particularly suited to mild to moderate loss of firmness and laxity.

Where laxity is more significant, expected results should be assessed realistically and another approach may be more suitable.

Sofwave® is not presented as a technology designed to reduce fat volume in the face.

Its main aim is skin remodelling and improving firmness.

Sofwave® can be used on different skin types.

It works with ultrasound rather than light energy absorbed by melanin. However, suitability is still assessed individually before the session.

Sofwave® does not work in the same way as a laser targeting a skin chromophore, and can be considered at different times of the year.

However, the condition of your skin and any recent sun exposure are still assessed before the session.

Both technologies can be used to address firmness and skin quality, but they work differently.

Sofwave® uses ultrasound and does not require needles.

Morpheus8 combines fractional radiofrequency with different applicators depending on the concern.

Your Skin Expert will determine the most appropriate technology for your skin and your goals.

Yes.

Sofwave® can be part of a treatment plan that includes other treatments, technologies or aesthetic medical procedures where relevant.

Combinations and intervals are set according to your skin, the area concerned and your goals.

Aftercare advice is tailored to your skin after the session.

A gentle routine and appropriate sun protection are generally recommended, especially if you experience temporary sensitivity or redness.

As a precaution, Innerskin does not perform Sofwave® during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Sofwave® is not suitable in every situation.

The treatment may be contraindicated or postponed in the presence of certain active infections or lesions in the area, certain implanted medical devices or certain specific medical conditions.

Any implant, medical device, medical history, medication or recent aesthetic treatment must be disclosed before the session.

As a precaution, Innerskin does not perform Sofwave® during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

A prior assessment checks your suitability.