HIFU is a virtually painless, non-invasive, and safe anti-ageing procedure that uses ultrasound energy to rejuvenate and restore a youthful appearance. Here’s how this skin-tightening procedure helps your face:

1. Boosting skin elasticity by encouraging collagen production further reduces wrinkles and sagging of the skin.
2. Improves face contour:- Skin tightening treatments help to tighten loose skin and improve overall facial contours such as jawline, neck, and cheeks.
3. Provides long-lasting visible results.
4. Personalised Treatment:- Various skin tightening procedures can be used on the individual's facial characteristics and the severity of skin laxity.

HIFU has a long-lasting effect on your skin & ensures the skin tightening treatment’s effects last from 6 to 18 months.

The HIFU treatment at Kaya has minimal to no side effects. Here are some of the common side effects of surgical or non-surgical treatments that you may experience:

1. Redness & Swelling:- Slight swelling & redness on the treated part of the skin generally subside within a few weeks after the treatment.
2. Discomfort and Pain:- Usually, discomfort and pain are not unbearable. The treated part itches and gets sore for a few days post the procedure.
3. Skin tightness:- The skin after the treatment will get contracted, and due to increased collagen production, you may experience the sensation of skin tightness for a while.
4. Temporary Pigmentation:- The skin might experience hyperpigmentation (darkening) or hypopigmentation (lightening) post the procedure.

Some other mild side effects include blisters, scarring, infection, and allergic reactions.

Surgical and non-surgical skin tightening procedures are considered relatively safe, but still, you may experience some swelling and redness. Here are some factors that contribute to the safety of skin tightening procedures:

1. The provider's Authenticity:- You should ensure the clinic is certified and has qualified and well-trained dermats and surgeons to provide promising results.
2. Appropriate Technology:- Be it for surgical or non-surgical procedures, you must ensure that the place is well-equipped with technology to handle such delicate procedures.
3. Customised Treatment:- A skilled practitioner will tailor the treatment to your skin's requirements. This includes selecting the correct settings, treatment type, and treatment extent.
4. Hygiene and Sterility:- Maintaining proper hygiene and sterile conditions is crucial to prevent infections. This becomes even more important in the case of invasive HIFU treatments.
5. Aftercare and Follow-Up:- Following post-procedure instructions, attending follow-up appointments, and reporting unusual symptoms aid in quick recovery.

The recovery period after HIFU treatment is typically minimal compared to surgical procedures. Here's what you can generally expect in terms of recovery after HIFU treatment:

1. Return to Normal Activities:- Generally, you can resume normal activities immediately after a HIFU treatment session. Meaning you wouldn’t need any prescribed downtime post the procedure.
2. Sensitivity:- For a few days after the HIFU treatment, you may experience slight sensitivity in the treated area. So, avoid hot showers or any fragrance on the treated region for a while.
3. Makeup:- You can apply makeup as long as it is not chemically intensive.
4. Sun Protection:- It's always a good practice to use sun protection, especially after any cosmetic procedure.
5. Hydration: Drinking plenty of water and applying gentle moisturiser is a good practice to ensure proper skin hydration. This roundabout hydration provides quick healing of the treated skin.

For most skin problems, the HIFU treatment must be done 2-3 times to achieve the desired results. Commonly the time interval between each HIFU procedure is 1-3 months. So, most people will require between one and six treatments to get the best results. However, these positive treatment results must be seen after a while. It takes about 3-4 months post the completion of the procedure.

Yes, HIFU does lead to fat reduction in the face. The intensely focused ultrasound waves applied in HIFU treatment penetrate the skin and remove excess build-up of cells in the subcutaneous fat layer of facial skin.