Sofwave
Targeting the upper dermis at 1.5mm, where wrinkles begin.
At a glance
| Treatment time | 40 – 60 minutes |
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| Anaesthesia | Available on request |
| Downtime | 1 – 2 days |
| Interval | About once a year |
What is Sofwave?
Collagen in the skin is lost at about 1% a year from the middle of our twenties. Improving wrinkles depends on how collagen is generated in the dermis.
Sofwave uses ultrasound to create strong thermal columns at 60–70°C, targeting the upper dermis precisely at a depth of 1.5mm to 2.0mm.
Seven ultrasound beams cover a wider area, more evenly.
How wrinkles change with age
Thirties — wrinkles begin to form in earnest, appearing first in thinner skin such as the glabella, the bridge of the nose and the forehead.
Forties — ageing becomes more visible: forehead lines, sagging under the eyes, fine lines around the eyes.
Fifties — firmness declines generally, across the forehead, eyelids, cheeks and neck.
Who it suits
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Those whose cheeks hollowed after a previous lifting treatment.
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Those with little facial fat, or thin skin.
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Those concerned about a particular area, such as around the eyes or the mouth.
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Those who want improvement across the whole face.
Areas treated
| Upper face | Forehead, eyebrows, around and under the eyes |
|---|---|
| Mid face | Cheeks, nasolabial folds, around the mouth |
| Lower face and neck | Jawline, neck |
How your visit runs
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Skin assessment
Imaging analysis and a one-to-one consultation with the doctor.
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Cleansing
Carried out by a trained aesthetician.
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Comfort care
Anaesthetic cream and analgesia, managed individually.
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Treatment
Carried out at the highest energy that does not damage the skin.
Aftercare
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Light makeup is possible on the day of treatment, but we recommend leaving it until the following day.
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Swelling or discomfort can appear in the treated area, varying by individual, and can last three to seven days.
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For about a week afterwards, it is better to avoid alcohol and smoking, and anything that raises the skin's temperature — vigorous exercise, saunas and steam rooms.
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Apply regenerative cream or moisturiser thoroughly so the skin does not become dry.
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Apply sunscreen carefully whenever you go out, to protect the skin.
Considering Sofwave?
We will assess your skin and plan the treatment with you before anything is decided.
