How long does a session take?

About 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the area, according to the manufacturer.

Numbing cream is applied first. A feeling of heat or tingling is common while the energy is delivered, and comfort varies from person to person.

Can I combine it with Thermage FLX?

Yes. The price list includes a package that combines Ultherapy Prime 300 shots with Thermage FLX 300 shots.

What is the difference between Ultherapy Prime and the original Ultherapy?

Ultherapy Prime is an upgraded version that keeps the safety and efficacy of the original Ultherapy while reducing patient discomfort and making the treatment more precise and efficient. It can be a better option if you are trying Ultherapy for the first time or found the original Ultherapy uncomfortable.

What is the difference between Ultherapy and Thermage?

Both are non-surgical anti-aging treatments, but they differ in what they target and how they work. Ultherapy mainly targets the fascial layer (SMAS) and provides a lifting effect using ultrasound. Thermage FLX works on the dermal layer, precisely delivering radiofrequency energy to tighten the skin and improve wrinkles. The two treatments can be performed together.

Ultherapy Prime

Focused ultrasound lifting with real-time imaging

Ultherapy Prime at a glance

Price: From ₩890,000 · 5 options See all prices
Technology: Micro-focused ultrasound with real-time imaging (MFU-V)
Target layer: SMAS, the deep supporting layer under the skin
Treatment time: About 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the area
Numbing: Topical anesthetic cream before treatment
Collagen: Rebuilds gradually over 2 to 3 months
Repeat: Every 6 to 12 months, as our doctors recommend

Visiting Seoul for a short stay

Ultherapy Prime is done in one visit. You can wash with a gentle cleanser and wear makeup straight away; use lukewarm water for 3 days and skip saunas, alcohol, peels and scrubs for about a week.

Benefits of real-time imaging

The manufacturer describes Ultherapy Prime as a non-invasive skin lifting treatment with real-time ultrasound imaging. Before energy is delivered, the doctor sees the skin layers on screen and adjusts where the energy goes for each part of the face and neck.

Suitable candidates

According to the manufacturer, a good candidate has some degree of skin laxity, such as loose skin on the neck or under the chin, or lines on the chest. It is not a replacement for a surgical facelift. Your doctor confirms suitability at consultation.

Lifting at Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

Your visit at Beauty Z

ConsultationA doctor assesses your skin and agrees the plan with you.
CleansingYou wash off makeup and sunscreen at the clinic.
Numbing creamNumbing cream is applied to the treatment area.
TreatmentThe doctor checks the skin layers on the ultrasound screen and delivers the energy. A feeling of heat or tingling is common, and comfort varies from person to person.
Aftercare adviceYou receive aftercare instructions before you leave.

U.S. FDA-cleared indications

Lifting the eyebrow
Lifting the skin on the neck and under the chin
Improving lines and wrinkles on the décolleté
Improving the appearance of skin laxity on the abdomen, arms and knees

Right after treatment

Skin can look flushed at first, and the manufacturer notes the redness should fade within a few hours. Slight swelling, tingling or tenderness can follow and is temporary. You can wash with a gentle cleanser and wear makeup straight away; the full aftercare list is in the precautions below.

The most common side effects reported in clinical trials are redness, swelling, pain and temporary nerve effects.

Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

Other lifting options

Thermage FLX Shurink Universe ONDA Lifting

Common questions

How long does a session take?: About 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the area, according to the manufacturer.
Does it hurt?: Numbing cream is applied first. A feeling of heat or tingling is common while the energy is delivered, and comfort varies from person to person.
Can I combine it with Thermage FLX?: Yes. The price list includes a package that combines Ultherapy Prime 300 shots with Thermage FLX 300 shots.

Sources: Ultherapy FAQ (Merz Aesthetics) · Ultherapy: what to expect · Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong treatment notes and price list. Results differ from person to person; your doctor will advise at consultation.

Ultherapy PrimeTreatment overview

Ultherapy Prime uses micro-focused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V) for non-invasive lifting. It delivers ultrasound energy precisely to the SMAS, the deep supporting layer under the skin, to stimulate collagen regeneration and tissue contraction.
Building on the original Ultherapy technology, Prime allows more precise, customized treatment with less discomfort during the procedure.
It suits you if you want a natural-looking lift without surgery or time away from daily life.
Ultherapy PrimeRecommended for
- point 01.
  A jawline that has lost definition and skin that has lost elasticity
- point 02.
  A double chin or sagging cheeks
- point 03.
  Loss of elasticity in the deeper layers of the skin
Ultherapy PrimeResults and frequency
- 01.
  After Ultherapy Prime, collagen regenerates gradually over 2 to 3 months. We usually recommend treatment every 6 months to 1 year.
Ultherapy PrimeQ&A
- Q.
  What is the difference between Ultherapy Prime and the original Ultherapy?
- Ultherapy Prime is an upgraded version that keeps the safety and efficacy of the original Ultherapy while reducing patient discomfort and making the treatment more precise and efficient. It can be a better option if you are trying Ultherapy for the first time or found the original Ultherapy uncomfortable.
- Q.
  What is the difference between Ultherapy and Thermage?
- Both are non-surgical anti-aging treatments, but they differ in what they target and how they work. Ultherapy mainly targets the fascial layer (SMAS) and provides a lifting effect using ultrasound. Thermage FLX works on the dermal layer, precisely delivering radiofrequency energy to tighten the skin and improve wrinkles. The two treatments can be performed together.
Ultherapy PrimeAftercare
- -You can wash your face with a gentle, low-irritation cleanser and wear makeup right after the treatment.
- -To keep the ultrasound heat working effectively in the skin, we recommend washing your face with lukewarm water for 3 days after the treatment.
- -Avoid saunas, alcohol, peeling treatments, and scrub products for about one week after the treatment.
- -Depending on the individual, temporary throbbing, mild swelling, bruising, and redness may appear for several days after the treatment.
- -After the treatment, protect your skin from the sun and apply moisturizer. We also recommend antioxidants such as vitamin C.
- -In rare cases, white streaks may appear after Ultherapy treatment. They improve with appropriate treatment and care. If you notice them, contact the clinic.