At ENRICH Clinic, our treatments are performed by our medical team consisting of doctors, nurses, and dermatologists and are tailored to each patient’s skin health needs.
ENRICH Clinic is committed to your skin health and well-being with a range of dermatological & cosmetic treatments tailored to the individual. Our treatments are performed by our medical team consisting of doctors, nurses, and dermatologists.
Skin health is essential for everyone. ENRICH Clinic has a wide range of technologies and dermatological solutions to help you achieve your skin care goals.
High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-invasive skin tightening treatment using the power of deep ultrasonic waves to stimulate collagen and elastin. HIFU-treated skin starts to produce more collagen, offering tightening.
HIFU helps to lift tissue without downtime or side effects. We use ultrasound on mild sagging and mild loose skin, with no prerequisites for treatment.
At ENRICH Clinic, our preferred HIFU treatment device is the Ultraformer III. The Ultraformer can be more effective than other HIFU machines initially and, in the long run, more cost-effective for the patient. The Ultrafomer can also be applied across many more body areas than its predecessor.
Mild laxity of the skin on the belly, arms, knees, and legs
Crow’s feet
Forehead wrinkles
The Benefits of HIFU:
Reduce and soften the appearance of wrinkles
Boost cellular performance
Increase circulation
Rejuvenation
Improve complexion
Smoothing
Improve muscle firmness
Reduce heavy eyelids
Reduce appearance of folds in the face (nasolabial folds)
Tighten cheeks, neck and jowls
Reduce under-eye bags
How Does HIFU Work?
Unlike traditional methods, HIFU bypasses the skin’s surface to deliver ultrasonic waves. Here’s a simple breakdown of how it works:
Targeting deep tissue: HIFU uses high-frequency ultrasound waves that bypass the surface of the skin, reaching deeper layers where it can make a real difference.
Precise calibration: The device is carefully calibrated to deliver the right amount of ultrasound energy at a specific temperature and depth.
Heat activation: These ultrasonic waves generate heat which stimulates fibroblasts to ramp up collagen production.
By focusing on deeper tissue layers, HIFU promotes long-term collagen growth, making it a popular choice for non-surgical skin tightening and anti-aging treatments.
Do HIFU Treatments Hurt?
Ultrasonic treatments can be a little uncomfortable, like a prickling feeling. This sensation will pass , and it means the treatment is working. You will feel a warm sensation, more intense around bony areas and the eyes.
Comfort will rely on the settings and the desired outcome, with more intense treatments increasing the discomfort during the ultrasonic pulses. Settings are designed to suit your skin type and the area being treated. Thicker skin tends to see the least discomfort.
How long does it take for results?
You may see an initial immediate tightening effect, but the best is yet to come. Collagen production is a natural process that takes several months after stimulation, with the initial tightening due to the heat slightly shrinking the collagen already there.
The new collagen produced will start to tighten and lift a little more each day. However, individual results will vary due to the ability to produce collagen (usually related to age), skin condition, and any lifestyle factors contributing to or detracting from strength and elasticity.
What To Expect From A Session
A typical HIFU session usually lasts between 30-90 minutes, depending on the size and number of areas being treated. Before the treatment, you’ll have a consultation to discuss your skin goals and assess your suitability for HIFU.
During the treatment, the area will be cleaned, and a gel will be applied to help the ultrasound device glide smoothly over your skin. You might feel a slight tingling or warmth as the ultrasound waves penetrate your skin.
Unlike other procedures, there’s no downtime for HIFU treatments. After the session, you might experience mild redness or swelling, but these effects usually subside quickly.
Why We Love HIFU
With HIFU, you can see a tightening result that keeps improving over time. You get a light lift, but the results will appear over the coming two or three months as collagen production increases.
HIFU is non-invasive, and there are no injections.
We use your body’s natural tightening abilities to tighten skin with nothing artificial injected in your body. Results can last 18 months to two years, depending on the skin before treatments and other factors, which will be discussed with you prior to your treatment.
HIFU is considered a tightening strategy that is beneficial in its no downtime, non-surgical aspect. The device protects your skin from damage while penetrating deep into the layers to stimulate your natural healing response and collagen production.
SKIN TIGHTENING OPTIONS
Our clinic has various tightening treatments that consider your individual profile and needs. Our Skin Tightening Program lays out all the options & combinations for different parts of the body available at ENRICH Clinic.
How many treatments you need will depend mainly on how your tissue looks and feels when you come to your consultation initially. More sagging means more treatments to get the desired effect. As we age, we naturally produce less collagen, which may mean more stimulation by the device is required for more significant tightening.
You may only need between one and four treatments; over time, you will need maintenance procedures to keep the effect as we age and collagen production returns to normal.
We may suggest you need a more intense type of combination treatment for your particular skin issue. It is important to manage your expectations.
Everyone will be different regarding areas treated, so costs will naturally vary.
Book a consultation with our cosmetic consultant or one of our nurses to discuss the best approach for your skin health. We can tailor a treatment plan to suit your needs and budget.
HIFU at our Melbourne clinic is a clinic procedure with no downtime.
You will likely experience some redness immediately after procedures, which will dissipate in a few hours. Other temporary side effects may include some slight swelling or tenderness.
HIFU is not a replacement for a facelift, but it is an alternative for anyone who wants a more subtle facial tightening. A facelift is a surgery, while ultrasound is a non-invasive clinic-based treatment.
HIFU can also be a part of your regular anti-aging routine.
Our Melbourne HIFU treatments can go deeper than radiofrequency to the more structural elements of your skin and tissue. While other energy-based treatments are beneficial, the deep tightening and rejuvenation effect of HIFU is outstanding.
Please Note:
*With all surgeries or procedures, there are risks. Consult your physician (GP) before undertaking any surgical or cosmetic procedure. Please read the consent forms carefully and be informed about every aspect of your treatment. Some surgeries have a mandatory seven-day cooling-off period to give patients adequate time to be sure of their surgery choice. Results may also vary from person to person due to many factors, including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise. Before and after photos are only relevant to the patient in the photo and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience. Ask questions. Our team of dermatologists, doctors and nurses are here to help you with any of your queries. This page is not advice and is intended to be informational only. We endeavour to keep all our information up to date; however, this site is intended as a guide and not a definitive information portal or in any way constitutes medical advice.
ENRICH Clinic is relocating to 8-10 Howitt St, South Yarra in January next year. We will continue to operate as ENRICH Dermatology with our existing team and services, but we will now share facilities with the Dermatology Institute of Victoria.
