Yeongdeungpo Ulthera vs. Thermage Comparison: Which Is Better?

"I’ve heard both Ulthera and Thermage are good,

and people around me recommended both,

but I don’t know which one I should get..."

Many people probably think of Ulthera and Thermage first when they think of the "lifting" category.

That is why, on the internet, there are many debates about which is better, Ulthera or Thermage.

Ulthera and Thermage both fall under the broad category of lifting, but there are many differences in their principles, effects, and the depths of the skin they act on.

So today, I’ll compare the principles and effects of Yeongdeungpo Ulthera and Thermage, explain which type of person each one is better suited for, and also summarize what kind of effects you can expect when they are done together.

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera

• The principles and effects of Ulthera

• The principles and effects of Thermage

• So which one is better?

• Can the two be done together?

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The principles and effects of Ulthera

First, Ulthera is a lifting procedure that uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) energy.

Ulthera upgraded model, 'Ultherapy Prime'

It works by concentrating ultrasound energy into a single point and directing it to a specific spot in the skin as if firing an energy beam.

It does not affect the skin surface, but instead sends energy directly to the SMAS layer about 4.5 mm beneath the skin.

This fascial layer originally serves as a support structure that holds up the face, but as it ages, it stretches and loses elasticity, causing the skin to sag.

So, by using HIFU energy here to generate heat of 60–70°C, it creates thermal coagulation points, and during the body’s healing process, new collagen is produced.

In that process, elasticity is restored, and the skin’s support layer is lifted.

A feature of Ulthera is that, with real-time ultrasound imaging (DeepSEE), it can deliver energy to the exact depth while directly viewing the internal skin structure.

So it tends to be a good fit for people with thicker skin or more severe sagging. It is also suitable for people with more facial fat.

Overall, it can be said to be effective for those who need strong lifting effects and contour or line refinement.

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera

The principles and effects of Thermage

Now, let’s look at Thermage.

Thermage upgraded model, 'Thermage FLX'

Thermage is a lifting procedure that uses radiofrequency (RF) energy.

It targets the dermis, which is a shallower skin layer than the area where Ulthera energy acts.

As radiofrequency energy acts on the dermis, it generates heat, and this heat immediately contracts aging(?) collagen, then creates new collagen during the skin regeneration process.

So, even right after treatment, you can feel some tightening, but as time passes and the collagen regeneration process takes place, you can more clearly feel improvements in skin texture and tightening.

The main effects of Thermage can be described as improvement in fine wrinkles, reduction in pores, and skin tightening.

If Ulthera is strong in "facial contour lifting," Thermage is strong in "surface skin tightening."

It is effective for tightening and firming the skin overall.

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera

So which one is better?

The answer to this question is: "There isn’t one!" There is a reason I can say that so confidently.

As explained above, the energy used, the skin layer it acts on, and even the intended effects are all different.

Still, in general, if the skin is thick and sagging is severe, Ulthera, which reaches deeper layers, may be more effective.

On the other hand, if the skin is thin and you are concerned about fine wrinkles, or if you are concerned about only mild loss of elasticity, Thermage may be a better fit.

But this is only a general guideline. In reality, factors that vary greatly from person to person, such as the distribution of facial fat, the position of the SMAS layer, skin thickness, and collagen density, must all be considered together.

That is why it is important to examine carefully during consultation and make a decision only after an accurate diagnosis using skin analysis equipment.

To summarize, there is no objectively best procedure, but there is a procedure that is better suited to me.

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera

Can the two be done together?

To give the conclusion first, yes, they can.

As you saw earlier, Ulthera and Thermage act at different depths of the skin, so they are not competing treatments but complementary ones.

Ulthera lifts the deep SMAS layer to define the facial contour, and Thermage tightens the dermis to help refine the skin texture.

Simply put, you can think of it as lifting the deeper areas while firmly tightening the outer layers.

Today, I compared Yeongdeungpo Ulthera and Thermage lifting.

Rather than which one is objectively better, it is much more important to know your own skin condition and what you need.

Every person’s skin is different, and a procedure that worked well for someone else may not work the same way for me.

That is why I recommend taking enough time to consult multiple places in person, and receiving treatment from a clinic that thoroughly analyzes your skin and suggests the method that is best suited to you. I’ll wrap up here.

Thank you. This has been Yeongdeungpo UNI&I^^

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