Ultherapy PRIME

Non-surgical ultrasound treatment to lift and firm skin by stimulating collagen and elastin from within.

Procedure Overview

Ultherapy PRIME is a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to encourage your body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, the structural proteins that give skin firmness, tone, and resilience. Unlike superficial treatments, Ultherapy PRIME delivers energy deep beneath the skin’s surface, reaching foundational layers that contribute to sagging and laxity as we age.

This technology is often chosen by people who notice mild to moderate skin laxity around the face, neck, jawline, under the chin, or décolletage, and are seeking a lifting and tightening effect without surgery or incisions. Because results develop gradually as new collagen forms, outcomes tend to look natural and evolve over weeks to months rather than instantly.

Ultherapy PRIME is typically well suited for people who are beginning to see changes in skin firmness but are not yet ready for surgical options. A consultation will help clarify whether this approach aligns with your goals and whether additional or alternative treatments might be appropriate for you.

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What to expect

Before treatment, you’ll have a personalised consultation and skin assessment. Your practitioner will discuss your concerns and design a plan based on your unique anatomy and goals.

On the day of the procedure, your skin will be cleansed and a smooth applicator with ultrasound gel will be placed against the treatment areas. Using real-time imaging, your practitioner visualises the tissue layers and delivers precise energy to the depths where collagen and elastin are rich.

During the session, which usually takes between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the areas treated, you may feel warmth or tingling as the energy is delivered. Comfort varies between individuals, and your practitioner will work with you to manage this throughout the treatment.

There is no formal downtime, so you can generally return to your normal activities immediately afterwards, though you may experience mild redness, swelling, or tenderness for a short period.

Results aren’t instant; because they rely on your body’s natural collagen production, visible lifting and firming often become more noticeable over two to six months as new collagen builds, and can last around a year or more depending on your individual ageing process and skin care habits.

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s commonly used on the brow, face, neck, under the chin, and décolletage to improve laxity and support firmer, more defined contours.
Ultherapy PRIME is FDA-cleared and has a strong clinical track record. The real-time imaging feature allows practitioners to target energy precisely and personalise the treatment for your anatomy. As with all procedures, risks and suitability will be discussed during your consultation.
Sensation varies between people and areas treated. You may feel warmth or tingling as the ultrasound energy is delivered. Comfort can usually be managed with technique and breaks as needed.
Many people see meaningful improvement after one session, though your practitioner may recommend follow-up or maintenance treatments based on your goals and response.
Results develop over time, often becoming visible within two to three months, with continued improvement up to around six months as new collagen forms.
Ultherapy PRIME is designed as a non-surgical alternative for mild to moderate skin laxity. Its effects won’t replicate a surgical lift, but many people appreciate it as a natural-looking option without incisions or downtime.

Practitioners

Non-surgical procedures are performed in our clinic by independent nurse practitioners, who receive medical oversight from Dr. de Chalain and share his refined aesthetic vision and commitment to excellent results.

Registered Nurse | Cosmetic Medicine Practitioner

Nikki Blackley

Nikki brings decades of clinical experience to her work in aesthetic medicine, with a practice that extends beyond injectables to include advanced skin and energy-based treatments such as laser and ultrasound technologies.

She is deeply consultation-focused, taking time to understand each person’s concerns and working collaboratively to develop a considered, long-term plan. Her approach to aesthetics is holistic and preventative, grounded in the belief that the best outcomes come from aligning treatments with overall skin health, lifestyle, and wellbeing.

Passionate about staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle herself, Nikki integrates this philosophy into her work, supporting clients to look well, feel well, and age thoughtfully.

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