Facial rejuvenation comes with options. Now more than ever before we have a plethora of surgical and non-invasive cosmetic treatments at our fingertips. Skin tightening treatments, like Renuvion and Sofwave, continue to surge in popularity across the globe, lifting and firming the skin face and body wide. According to ISAPS 2024 global survey, skin tightening was ranked the 4th most popular skin tightening procedure worldwide – up 38.9% from 2023. But which non-invasive skin tightening treatment, Renuvion or Sofwave, should you turn to for aesthetics and renewal in the face department?
Renuvion . . .
If you’re experiencing mild to moderate skin laxity and facial fat loss, Renuvion might be for you. Engaging unique lithium helium plasma technology and radio frequency, the skin tightening wand is placed under the skin of the area to be treated. Energy from the radio frequency heats tissues beneath the skin, causing them to contract and stimulating collagen production, the helium plasma quickly kicks into action to cool the area – this dual effect makes the process safer and controlled. Results are immediate and also continue to unfold across several months, even years. More commonly, Renuvion is used to treat sagging jowls and the lower face, and loose skin around the neck. Alongside skin contracture, lift and a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, you’ll also notice an improvement in skin tone and an evening out of skin pigmentation.
Renuvion does require small incisions to be made under the skin to insert the device, so redness and swelling in the area is common, and you may require a few days of downtime to recover. For those with darker skin tones, Renuvion may cause pigment changes so it’s essential to discuss its suitability in length with a qualified cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon.
Renuvion’s versatility also lies in the fact that it can be engaged from top to toe. It’s especially effective when paired with liposuction as an additional body contouring finisher for the abdomen, flanks and upper arms.
Sofwave . . .
Sofwave has cemented itself as effective skin tightening treatment across continents. For those people experiencing early signs of ageing: fine lines, jowling, loss of firmness in the face and neck, Sofwave delivers a full face solution.
Sofwave addresses mild to moderate skin laxity and wrinkles, without the need for surgical intervention, which makes it a popular procedure for those as young as 30. Its revolutionary SUPERB™ Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam technology is smart yet simple. The parallel beam technology – unlike traditional ultrasound skin tightening treatments which attune hotspot heating technology – heats the dermal layer of the skin at the ideal temperature and depth, stimulating collagen and elastin production. There is no risk to fat loss or nerve injury because the deeper layers of the face are not penetrated.
Results? Permanent restoration of precious collagen and elastin fibres, a smoothing out of fine lines and wrinkles and an overall improvement to skin tone and appearance. With the average full-face treatment completed in under 45 mins, and results improving month-by-month, skin looks its best at the three-month mark and beyond. Sofwave is considered a safe and effective skin tightening treatment for all skin tones and textures, and requires no downtime.
Facial rejuvenation should always have an individual focus. Reaching out to trusted cosmetic and appearance medicine experts to discuss options best suited to you and your goals is essential.
