Over time, the skin naturally loses its firmness and elasticity. Factors such as ageing, sun exposure, stress, and lifestyle habits gradually lead to sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles. These changes can appear across the face, particularly the jawline, cheeks, and eyelids, and extend to the body, affecting areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, and areas affected by stretch marks or cellulite.
Ultraformer MPT is a focused ultrasound device that delivers energy to targeted layers beneath the skin. The procedure aims to trigger a natural healing response that may help improve skin appearance and elasticity over time.
Read on as we review why skin loses firmness over time, how Ultraformer MPT HIFU works, and what to expect after treatment.
Why Skin Loses Firmness Over Time
As we age, our skin may naturally become less firm and elastic. Common causes include a combination of biological changes inside the body and external factors from our environment. Here are the main reasons:
- Reduced Collagen and Elastin Production: Collagen is like the scaffolding that keeps skin firm, while elastin helps it stretch and bounce back into shape. As we age, our skin produces less of both. This gradual slowdown may manifest as the skin becoming thinner, less supple, and more prone to fine lines and sagging, especially around the eyes, cheeks, and jawline.
- Shifting Fat and Bone Changes: As we grow older, the fat that gives our face its natural shape and fullness can start to lose volume, moving downward and sagging. As a result, the cheeks and eyes may look more hollow. At the same time, the bones beneath our faces can start to lose density, weakening the structure that supports the skin. Together, these changes can contribute to a droopy or tired appearance.
- Environmental and Lifestyle Factors: Factors such as excessive sun exposure, smoking, stress, and a poor diet can accelerate skin ageing. Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun, in particular, break down collagen and damage skin cells over time. Combined with lifestyle habits, these external stresses can make the skin look dull, uneven, and less elastic earlier than expected.
In short, skin firmness can be affected over time by a combination of natural ageing and external stressors.
What Is Ultraformer MPT?
Ultraformer MPT (Micro-Pulse Technology) is an advanced form of HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) that delivers ultrasound energy into the skin’s deeper layers without disrupting the surface. Compared versus Ultherapy, both are high-intensity ultrasound systems available for skin lifting and tightening.
Ultraformer MPT works by generating focused sound waves that converge at specific tissue depths. These energy points produce controlled heat effects in the deeper skin layers, aiming to promote collagen contraction and stimulate the body’s natural healing response. This can result in gradual skin tightening and improved elasticity. It differs from a skin booster in that it does not inject anything into the skin; instead, it delivers focused ultrasound energy into the skin’s deeper layers.
Ultraformer MPT also provides flexibility in treatment depth, ranging from delicate areas like the eyelids to thicker skin on the abdomen, making it suitable for both facial and body applications.
Treatment Areas Commonly Addressed
Ultraformer MPT can be used on both the face and body as a skin-tightening treatment. Its focused ultrasound energy works at different depths, making it suitable for different areas.
On the face, medical professionals may use it address:
- Sagging around the jawline and chin to aim to achieve a V-shaped face
- Droopy eyelids or tired-looking eyes
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Loss of firmness in the cheeks and forehead
On the body, medical professionals may use it address:
- Postpartum fat removal to manage post-pregnancy weight gain
- Arms, thighs, and knee skin laxity treatment
- Stretch marks or cellulite management
Because the technology can target multiple layers, Ultraformer MPT HIFU is commonly used alongside other skin treatments to address multiple concerns. As such, only qualified medical professionals should advise on how many sessions are recommended, based on an individual’s treatment plan customised to their skin and concerns
In a similar vein, side effects vary based on factors such as skin type, age, and the degree of laxity. Some people may experience mild redness, swelling, or tingling immediately after treatment, which fades with minimal intervention.
If you are concerned about your skin or wish to learn more about Ultraformer MPT, do reach out to book an appointment today at Truglow Aesthetics.
