Ultherapy & Thermage Together in Korea: Smart Combo for Skin Lifting

Increasingly in Korea’s advanced aesthetic clinics, patients are combining Ultherapy and Thermage to achieve both deep structural lift and surface skin tightening. Each technology brings different strengths, and when used strategically together they can deliver more complete results than using one alone.

How Ultherapy Works

• Uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to target deep layers of skin, including the SMAS layer beneath the skin surface.
• Stimulates collagen production and firms the deeper tissues, making it ideal for lifting jawline, neck, brow area.
• Recovery is relatively minimal, but the sensation can be stronger due to depth of treatment.

How Thermage Works

• Employs radio-frequency (RF) energy to heat the dermal and sub-dermal layers, promoting collagen shrinkage and remodelling.
• Great at improving skin texture, firmness and surface tightening, rather than major structural lifting.
• Generally more comfortable, with minimal downtime, making it a popular choice for skin maintenance and refinement.

Why Combine Ultherapy + Thermage?

• Complementary depths: Ultherapy works deep for lift; Thermage works more superficially for texture & tightening. (A Korean clinic blog notes this exact layering concept.)
• Balanced outcome: Using both means you get contour definition (from Ultherapy) + smoother, firmer skin surface (from Thermage).
• Customized approach: Ideal when one treatment alone might leave areas untreated (e.g., deep sagging + surface crepiness).
• Maximised result: In Korea, aesthetic doctors point out combining treatments yields a more holistic result.

How Clinics in Korea Often Plan It

• They’ll assess skin laxity, thickness, facial contour, texture. If there’s jawline/neck sagging, they recommend Ultherapy first. Then surface crepiness or mild laxity might get Thermage.
• Some clinics offer same-day combo; others prefer spacing the treatments (e.g., Ultherapy first, Thermage 4-6 weeks later) to gauge response.
• Shot counts, energy levels and device tip selection are tailored. Always confirm device versions (e.g., Ultherapy Prime) and clinic experience.

Who Is This Combo Best For?

You might be a good candidate if:

• You have moderate sagging (jawline, neck) and texture issues (loose skin, crepiness).
• You want non-surgical lift but expect more than one device can provide.
• Your skin is relatively healthy (not extremely thin or severely damaged) so that the devices can work safely.
• You’re comfortable with the cost and downtime that might be slightly more than a single device.

Less suitable if:

• You have minimal sagging and just need mild tightening—then maybe one device suffices.
• You are very thin-skinned or have had previous energy treatments that may limit safety.
• You prefer a single treatment session and minimal cost – combining devices may mean higher cost and planning.

What to Ask Your Korean Clinic

• Which device models are you using for Ultherapy and Thermage? (Authentic, updated equipment matters.)
• What will be the sequence and timing of both treatments? Same session or spaced out?
• How many shots / what energy settings are planned for each device and each area?
• What is the expected downtime / discomfort / aftercare for the combo?
• What is the maintenance plan after the combo (repeat treatments, boosters)?
• Can you see before & after cases of this specific combo in patients with a similar face type to mine?

Aftercare & Expectations

• Mild redness or swelling is common; because two devices are used, follow-up care is important.
• Avoid heavy sun exposure, sauna, aggressive workouts for 24-48 hours.
• Good skin care (hydration, SPF50+, gentle retinoids after healing) improves outcomes.
• Results: you may see initial tighten-up fast (especially from Thermage) and continued lift over 2-3 months (especially from Ultherapy) as collagen remodelling sets in.
• Longevity: Combining can prolong effects, but individual results depend on age, skin condition, lifestyle.

Cost & Practical Considerations in Korea

• Because you’re getting two premium devices, expect cost to be higher than a single device session.
• Make sure the quote is clear on what is included (num­bing, shots, any aftercare).
• Confirm the clinic’s experience with combination lifting and non-surgical facial contouring.

Final Takeaway

Yes — combining Ultherapy and Thermage in Korea can be an excellent strategy for non-surgical lifting and tightening, especially when you need both deep structural change and surface firming.
However, success depends heavily on:

• The clinic’s expertise and device model
• Proper treatment mapping and dosing
• Realistic expectations (non-surgical = less than surgical lift)
• Good post-treatment care