Key facts
| Technology | Both micro-focused ultrasound |
|---|---|
| Imaging | Ultherapy only |
| Face price | Ultherapy AED 7,000; HIFU AED 5,000 |
| Face and neck | Ultherapy AED 10,000; HIFU AED 7,000 |
| Sessions | Usually 1 for both |
| Downtime | None for both |
The main difference: seeing under the skin
Ultherapy shows the skin's layers on a screen during treatment, so the practitioner can confirm the depth before each line of energy. Ultraformer III delivers energy at fixed depths using interchangeable cartridges, which is faster and more affordable.
Which to choose
- Ultherapy: thinner or more complex areas, the brow and neck, or when you want the most precise single treatment
- Ultraformer III HIFU: face, jawline and body areas, maintenance, or when budget matters
- Either: early jowling, soft jawline, mild neck laxity
Comfort and recovery
Both feel like deep, short bursts of heat. Neither needs recovery time, and both can cause mild redness or tenderness for a few days.
Prices at Skin & Laser, Dubai Marina
| Ultherapy face | AED 7,000 |
|---|---|
| Ultherapy face and neck | AED 10,000 |
| HIFU Ultraformer III face | AED 5,000 |
| HIFU Ultraformer III face and neck | AED 7,000 |
Prices in UAE dirhams, confirmed at your consultation.
Questions people ask
Is Ultherapy better than HIFU?
It is more precise because of imaging, but both lift well. The right one depends on your skin and budget.
Can I combine them?
Usually one is chosen for a session. They can alternate year to year.
Which lasts longer?
Both typically last about a year or more.
This page is for general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Suitability, results and the number of sessions vary from person to person and are confirmed by our physician before treatment.



