As this is a non-invasive treatment, you will not require much or if any preparation prior to the session, however for face areas you will typically receive a cleansing to remove any dirt or makeup before starting. Your therapist may also mark up the treatment area with a non-permanent pen.
Your therapist will then start the treatment by applying a gel to the area before using a handheld wand which will emit the ultrasound waves. This will be done in sections and generally at a slow pace. While most clients do not feel a thing, it is also not uncommon to feel a mild discomfort. Typically each treatment area will take approximately 20 minutes.
Day before HIFU treatment
As you approach the day of your treatment ensure that you don’t have any cold sores or fever blisters in the treatment area so that these can be treated quickly with an anti-viral medication. You’ll only be able to undergo HIFU treatment once these have disappeared.
Day of your HIFU treatment
On the day of your treatment, don’t apply any makeup or moisturiser to the treatment area.
