by Mia Valleskey | May 13, 2026 | Thermage, Ultherapy
Non-surgical skin tightening has come a long way in the last few years, with more treatment choices than ever before. Two options available today are Ultherapy and Thermage. Both are effective, non-invasive, and capable of giving you visible results without surgery. They’re also different enough that it can be tough to choose.
How Ultherapy Works
Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound energy and helps restart collagen production under the skin’s surface. What makes it different from other similar treatments is that it can reach the SMAS layer (the tissue layer addressed in a surgical facelift).
The results aren’t immediate, however. Most patients see the full effect of Ultherapy between three and six months after treatment, as the body’s collagen remodeling process runs its course.
Ultherapy is FDA-cleared for lifting the brow, chin, and neck, and for improving lines and wrinkles on the décolletage. If you’re starting to notice laxity in the lower face and neck and want to address it, you’re probably a good candidate.
How Thermage Works
Thermage uses radiofrequency energy to heat the deeper layers of the skin, which stimulates collagen contraction and remodeling. The goal is the same as with Ultherapy: jumpstarting the body’s natural collagen response to produce firmer, smoother, tighter skin.
Radiofrequency energy heats tissue more broadly than focused ultrasound, which makes Thermage a good choice for improving the skin’s texture, surface smoothing, and treating larger areas. It’s also one of the few non-surgical options cleared for use around the eyes.
Thermage results also develop over two to six months. A single treatment session is usually enough, and results can last for several years.
What Are the Biggest Differences?
Ultherapy works deeper than Thermage. That makes it the better option when structural lift is the goal. If the concern is sagging rather than surface texture, Ultherapy is generally the right choice.
Thermage works more broadly across the skin’s layers and excels at overall tightening, texture refinement, and surface smoothing. It’s also the better option for the eye area, where Ultherapy is not indicated. For patients whose concerns are less about structural lift and more about skin texture and firmness, Thermage makes more sense.
How to Decide
Ultherapy and Thermage both require working with a medical professional who’ll assess your skin’s condition and talk about what you want to achieve before recommending the treatment that makes the most sense.
Schedule a consultation with Beauty & Body By Mia today to find the best non-surgical skin tightening option for your goals.
by Mia Valleskey | Oct 1, 2024 | Thermage
Thermage is considered cutting-edge in the world of skin health and self-care. Non-invasive and non-surgical, the skin tightening treatment targets saggy skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and minor scars, making them less noticeable with a smoother, firmer, rejuvenated, and younger appearance.
But is it right for you? At Beauty and Body by Mia, we encourage you to indulge and try new things to bolster your confidence and make yourself feel beautiful. Read on to learn about Thermage and make an informed decision on what may work for you.
How Thermage Works and Ideal Candidates
Thermage is a radiofrequency skin rejuvenation and tightening method that uses heat to promote collagen and elastin production. The heat penetrates deep into skin cells, promoting natural contraction and reparation of damaged tissue. As skin heals, new cells form to create a smoother, younger appearance, reducing fine lines, crow’s feet, and wrinkles.
Typically, people begin losing skin elasticity in their 30s and show signs of aging as time goes on. Ergo, most candidates are between 30 and 60, with mild skin looseness and wrinkles.
Areas Thermage Can Target and Treat
As you age, the skin around your eyes bag, your jawline sags to create jowls, and you get wrinkles around your mouth, eyes, and on your neck. You can also wrinkle on your abdomen, thighs, and arms—all places Thermage can target and treat.
The process is versatile, safe, and painless, providing a more comprehensive skin refreshment and tightening solution.
Results and Realistic Expectations
Thermage encourages the production of collagen and elastin within your body, which is a natural process. This means you could see a few noticeable results after the first session, but significant results won’t be apparent for four to six months. As your body works to create new collagen and improve elasticity, you’ll see more evident results, like skin tightening, smoothing, and toning.
This procedure can significantly and positively improve skin firmness and tone. However, you shouldn’t expect immediate dramatic results, as the process is noninvasive, nonsurgical, and natural.
Be aware there could be slight side effects, such as:
- Tenderness
- Mild discomfort or soreness
- Redness or mild swelling
The Consultation and Customization
Schedule a consultation with Beauty and Body by Mia to discuss Thermage. We can assess your skin condition, outline goals, and determine if the procedure suits you. We can also customize a plan to help you achieve smoother, tighter skin based on your desired outcomes.
by Mia Valleskey | Nov 1, 2023 | Thermage
Do you ever wish you could turn back time and regain your youthful skin? Thermage could give you just that. If you’ve been struggling with visible signs of aging on your face, you may be the perfect candidate for this non-invasive treatment.
What Thermage Is
Thermage is a powerful treatment that tightens sagging skin, erases lines and wrinkles, and contours your body in a way that will bring back your youthful appearance. There’s no surgery or needles required, and it takes only one treatment to get the results.
Thermage works to restore your body’s collagen production through radiofrequency (RF) therapy. It uses this to heat the deep layers of your skin to stimulate collagen growth. Don’t worry about the temperature, though, because integrated cooling ensures you stay comfortable during the process.
Advantages of Thermage
Why should you choose Thermage over other skin rejuvenating treatments? There are many benefits to this treatment, including:
- Only one session is needed.
- There are little to no side effects (you may have some redness or minor swelling for the first 24 hours, but that’s rare).
- No downtime is needed.
- There’s no need for injections or surgery.
- It works with all skin types.
- It can be used on the face, including around the eyes, as well as on the arms, abdomen, and thighs.
Not only that, but the results are incredibly long-lasting. So much so that we recommend only one treatment and then a follow-up session once every two years, this is the low-maintenance, pain-free skin treatment you’ve been looking for.
Are You a Candidate for Thermage?
Is this the treatment for you? Since it’s non-invasive and has a quick recovery time, Thermage is a good option for most people. Of course, some people will see better results than others, depending on what kind of results they’re looking for.
Thermage is best for people looking to reduce the appearance of mild to moderate wrinkles or smaller skin bulges. Thermage can also be used on severe wrinkles and larger areas of loose skin, but the results can vary based on the severity of the condition.
Get Your Youthful Skin Back
If you want the low-maintenance, quick results of Thermage, it’s time to book your consultation with Beauty and Body By Mia. Our technicians will work with you to determine if this is the right treatment for you and develop a plan to return your skin to its youthful appearance.
