HIFU BASS HILL
LIFT, TIGHTEN & REDEFINE YOUR SKIN. WITHOUT SURGERY.
Loose skin doesn't have to mean surgery. HIFU uses focused ultrasound energy to stimulate your body's natural collagen production, helping lift, tighten and firm the face and neck over time - with no needles, no incisions and little to no downtime.
WHAT TO EXPECT
COULD HIFU BE THE LIFT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR?
HIFU is designed for people noticing early sagging, reduced firmness or a loss of definition who want a visible lift without surgery.
Below, we answer the most important questions about how HIFU works, what it can realistically improve and whether it may be right for you..
CAN HIFU LIFT A SAGGING FACE?
Yes. HIFU can lift mild to moderate skin laxity by stimulating new collagen deep beneath the skin where your natural support structures are found.
As we age, collagen and elastin gradually break down, causing the brows to drop, the jawline to soften and loose skin to develop around the cheeks and neck.
Unlike treatments that only improve the skin's surface, HIFU delivers focused ultrasound energy beneath the skin to trigger your body's natural healing response.
Over the following weeks and months, new collagen forms, gradually lifting and tightening the treated area.
The best results are usually seen in people with mild to moderate skin laxity who want a natural-looking lift without surgery.
Signs HIFU may be right for you:
✓ Sagging skin around the jawline
✓ Early jowls
✓ Loose skin under the chin
✓ Drooping brows
✓ Mild neck laxity
✓ Loss of facial definition
HOW DOES HIFU WORK?
LIFTING STARTS BENEATH THE SURFACE.
Unlike lasers or skin resurfacing treatments, HIFU bypasses the surface of the skin and delivers focused ultrasound energy into deeper support layers, including the SMAS layer - the same layer tightened during a surgical facelift.
Tiny thermal treatment points stimulate your body's natural collagen production while leaving the surrounding tissue untouched.
Over the next 8–12 weeks, new collagen develops, helping the skin become firmer, tighter and more lifted.
DOES HIFU REALLY LIFT YOUR FACE?
Yes - but it produces gradual, natural-looking improvement rather than dramatic surgical results.
HIFU isn't designed to make you look like a different person. It's designed to restore some of the firmness and definition that naturally declines with age.
Many people notice:
If your skin laxity is severe, surgery may produce a more significant result. During your consultation, we'll recommend whether HIFU is likely to achieve your goals.
WHAT AREAS CAN HIFU TREAT?
HIFU can be used almost anywhere mild skin laxity develops.
WHAT OTHER AREAS CAN HIFU TREAT?
Face
- Full Face
- Brow Lift
- Forehead
- Under Eyes
- Cheeks
- Jawline
- Chin
- Neck
- Full Face & Neck
- Nasolabial Lines
- Décolletage
Body
- Upper Abdomen
- Lower Abdomen
- Full Abdomen
- Inner Thighs
- Outer Thighs
- Inner & Outer Thighs
- Buttocks
- Lower Back
- Arms
- Calves
HOW LONG DOES A HIFU FACE LIFT LAST?
Results typically last around 12–18 months, although this varies depending on age, skin quality and the natural ageing process.
Collagen continues to break down as we age, so maintenance treatments are commonly recommended every 12–18 months to help maintain results.
Many people begin noticing improvements after several weeks, with optimal lifting usually seen around 2–3 months after treatment.
HOW MANY HIFU TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Depending on your skin and treatment goals, you may achieve excellent results with just one HIFU treatment. If you have more advanced skin laxity, additional treatments may be recommended for the best outcome.
Generally:
Mild skin laxity
1 Treatment
Moderate skin laxity
1–2 Treatments
Maintenance
Every 12–18 Months
We'll recommend the most suitable treatment plan during your consultation.
IS HIFU BETTER THAN FILLERS?
HIFU lifts and tightens loose skin, while fillers restore volume to areas that have become hollow with age.
The table below shows when each treatment is typically the better choice.
WHAT ARE THE NEGATIVES OF HIFU?
HIFU is generally well tolerated, but temporary side effects can occur.
After treatment you may experience:
- Mild redness
- Temporary swelling
- Tenderness
- Tingling
- Slight sensitivity
These effects are usually mild and settle within a few hours to several days.
Choosing an experienced clinician helps ensure the correct treatment depth and settings are selected for your skin.
HOW MUCH DOES HIFU COST?
HIFU treatment prices start from $199. The total cost depends on the treatment area and the amount of lifting and tightening required.
Not sure which treatment area is right for you? We'll assess your skin and recommend the most suitable HIFU treatment based on your goals.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY AFTER HIFU
READY TO FIND OUT IF HIFU IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Whether you're concerned about a softer jawline, loose skin or the early signs of ageing, we'll help determine if HIFU is the right option for you.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HIFU
HIFU can help you look younger by lifting and tightening loose skin, improving facial definition and stimulating new collagen production.
Rather than changing your facial features, HIFU works by encouraging your body's natural collagen production to gradually improve skin firmness. The result is a fresher, more lifted appearance that still looks like you.
If you stop having HIFU treatments, your skin will continue to age naturally.
The collagen produced by your treatment doesn't disappear, but your body continues losing collagen over time as part of the normal ageing process. Many people choose maintenance treatments every 12–18 months to help maintain their results.
HIFU for skin tightening is designed to stimulate collagen, not remove facial fat.
When performed using the correct treatment settings and depths, HIFU targets the skin's support structures rather than removing facial volume. Your clinician will select the appropriate treatment depth for your concerns.
Standard facial HIFU treatments are designed to tighten skin and stimulate collagen, not melt facial fat.
Treatment settings are selected according to the area being treated and the desired outcome. During your consultation, we'll recommend the most appropriate treatment plan for your goals.
HIFU is generally most effective for adults with mild to moderate skin laxity, often from their 30s onwards.
There isn't a perfect age to start HIFU. The best candidates are those beginning to notice reduced skin firmness, early jowls or loss of facial definition without significant excess skin.
No. Many people in their 60s still achieve noticeable improvements with HIFU.
Results depend more on your skin quality and degree of laxity than your age. If skin laxity is more advanced, we'll discuss whether HIFU alone is likely to achieve your goals or whether another treatment may be more suitable.
Most people don't need HIFU every three months.
Because collagen continues developing for several months after treatment, HIFU is typically repeated only when needed. Your clinician will recommend an appropriate treatment schedule based on your skin and results.
Most people can return to their normal routine immediately after HIFU.
Your clinician may recommend avoiding excessive heat, vigorous exercise, saunas and direct sun exposure for the first 24–48 hours. You'll also be advised to keep your skin hydrated and wear sunscreen daily.
HIFU and microneedling treat different concerns, so neither is universally better.
HIFU is designed to lift and tighten loose skin, while microneedling improves skin texture, acne scars, enlarged pores and fine lines. During your consultation, we'll recommend the treatment most suitable for your concerns.
When performed correctly, HIFU should not make you look older.
HIFU is designed to stimulate collagen and improve skin firmness. Choosing an experienced clinician helps ensure the correct treatment settings and depths are used for natural-looking results.
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