A HIFU works by delivering pinpoint ultrasound energy to layers under the skin. This energy heats up these layers without damaging the surface of the skin.
Collagen stimulation is achieved by the heat energy and occurs over time. In some cases, it also reduces fat, improves fine lines and tightens loose skin.
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The HIFU Eye is performed using the Ultraformer with a unique handpiece – The 2.0mm, or “MF2” handpiece is the only 2mm handpiece available for any HIFU procedure in the market!
This slim handpiece is designed to safely reach parts of the face inaccessible by previous bulkier designs. When done on the eye area, it reduces fine lines and tightens skin around the eyes, forehead, and brows.
As all HIFU users will know, HIFUs come with different handpieces. The standard handpieces are the 1.5mm, 3mm, and 4.5mm for the face. The differences in these handpieces are not only the depth, but also the maximum power available.
Power setting for the 3mm and 4.5mm are nearly 4 times more powerful than the 1.5mm. This is because the 1.5mm is very superficial and if settings are too high, the procedure may potentially burn the skin. Therefore, results for the 1.5mm may not be as significant compared to the 3 and 4.5mm.
There are 2 main benefits of the 2mm (MF2) over the 1.5mm:
The 1.5mm handpiece is bigger and bulkier for usage on the forehead and bigger areas. Designed to fit the contours of the eye area, the 2mm handpiece is smaller and slimmer for better handling.
Power settings for the 2mm handpiece is also 2 times stronger than the 1.5mm. This deeper depth ensures that the increase in power does not damage the surface of the skin, at the same time creating more heat energy to stimulate more collagen for better results.
The HIFU Eye is performed using the Ultraformer with a unique handpiece – The 2.0mm, or “MF2” handpiece is the only 2mm handpiece available for any HIFU procedure in the market!
This slim handpiece is designed to safely reach parts of the face inaccessible by previous bulkier designs. When done on the eye area, it reduces fine lines and tightens skin around the eyes, forehead, and brows.
Lines under our eyes are usually caused by loose skin. The Ultraformer MF2 handpiece reaches this area and delivers ultrasound energy to tighten the skin. This reduces the fine lines over time without the need for invasive procedures. Lines due to excessive facial expressions or loss of volume, however, might benefit more from anti-wrinkle or filler procedures.
Puffy eye bags can also occur due to saggy skin, bulging fat pads from under the skin or both. The Ultraformer helps reduce puffy eye bags by tightening the skin around the area and reducing the fatty tissue to a certain extent at the same time. The most effective way to remove eye bags is still a surgical procedure.
For those who do not want an invasive procedure, the Ultrafomer HIFU can be an alternative with much lesser risks and downtime as compared to surgery.
Just one session is required in most cases. For puffier eye bags, a second session three months later may be recommended.
For the under eyes, sides of eyes, and brows: an average of 300-400 shots are used.
The MF2 procedure is a separate procedure from a full face HIFU as it is a unique standalone treatment. It can be done on the same day as a full-face procedure.
The MF2 handpiece is considered comfortable when compared to the other HIFU handpieces.
Only numbing cream is needed, and you may feel a warm and prickling sensation during the procedure.
There has been little to no side effects observed with the Ultraformer HIFU Eye handpiece. It only affects the skin around the eye and does not compromise vision as long as it is done properly. Downtime is minimal.
It takes 10-12 weeks for results to show as collagen takes time to build. Although, there may be some immediate results that can be observed from the heat.
For more severe conditions, a 2nd session might be required after 3 months for better results.
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This page is intended for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. For an accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment plan, please consult with our licensed medical professionals.
