Ulthera vs. Thermage, Shurink, and InMode: Which Skin Tightening Treatment is Right for You?
With advancements in non-surgical lifting, many wonder which treatment—Ultherapy, Thermage, Shurink, or InMode—is best for skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, and contouring. This guide compares their differences, pain levels, pricing, and ideal uses.
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1. How Do Ultherapy, Thermage, Shurink, and InMode Work?
Each of these treatments uses a different technology to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin, but the depth of penetration and energy delivery method vary.
Procedure & Mechanism
Ultherapy: Uses high-intensity ultrasound to target the SMAS layer, the same layer affected in facelift surgery. This promotes deep collagen regeneration.
Thermage: Uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to heat the skin and stimulate collagen production at the superficial level for tightening and smoothing.
Shurink: Similar to Ultherapy but less powerful. Uses ultrasound energy for mild lifting and collagen stimulation.
InMode: Uses RF energy to melt fat while tightening the skin. Ideal for contouring and reducing facial fat.
📌 Key Takeaway:
✔ Ultherapy penetrates the deepest for long-lasting lifting
✔ Thermage works on the surface to smooth wrinkles
✔ Shurink is a lighter version of Ultherapy, best for budget-friendly maintenance
✔ InMode is ideal for contouring by melting fat & tightening skin
2. How Often Do You Need Each Treatment?
Each procedure has a different recommended treatment frequency based on how long the effects last.
Recommended Frequency
Ulthera: 1 session per year
Thermage: 1 session per year
Shurink: 3+ sessions per year
InMode: 3+ sessions per year
💡 Why the difference?
Ulthera & Thermage offer deeper penetration, so results last longer.
Shurink & InMode provide milder effects, requiring more frequent sessions.
3. Pain Levels: Which Treatment Hurts the Most?
Pain tolerance varies, but some treatments are more intense than others.
Pain Level
Ulthera🔥: Moderate to High (can be painful, but numbing cream helps)
Thermage🔥: Can be painful if numbing is not applied
Shurink😊: Less painful than Ulthera & Thermage
InMode😌: Least painful of all four treatments
📌 Pain vs. Effectiveness:
Ulthera is the most intense but also offers the deepest, longest-lasting lifting.
Shurink and InMode are gentler but require more frequent sessions.
💡 Tip: Numbing cream or mild sedation can be used for Ulthera and Thermage to reduce discomfort.
4. Pricing: How Much Do These Treatments Cost?
The cost of each procedure varies based on the number of shots or treatment areas.
Average Price (Full Face) in Seoul
Ulthera: < ₩2,000,000
Thermage: < ₩2,500,000
Shurink: < ₩500,000
InMode: < ₩500,000
💡 Which one is most cost-effective?
Ulthera and Thermage are higher in cost but last longer (1 session per year).
Shurink and InMode are budget-friendly options for those needing frequent touch-ups.
📌 Final Verdict:
✔ Ulthera is the best for deep lifting & long-term collagen renewal
✔ Thermage is great for smoothing out wrinkles & surface tightening
✔ Shurink is an affordable choice for mild sagging
✔ InMode is ideal for fat reduction & facial contouring
