Treatments / Radiofrequency firming
Radiofrequency and ultrasound energy warm the deeper layers of skin, encouraging collagen renewal for firmer facial contours.
How it works
Skin tightening at ABA uses Alma Accent Prime, which pairs radiofrequency with ultrasound. Radiofrequency gently heats the deeper layers of the skin, while ultrasound reaches beneath the surface to prompt the skin’s own collagen production.
Treatment can cover the full face or focus on the jawline and neck. For the delicate eye area we also offer Ulthera Prime, a focused ultrasound treatment of 120 lines. Change builds gradually, so the result tends to look rested and natural.
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The technology
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Radiofrequency and ultrasound in one platform.
Accent Prime combines two energies. Unipolar radiofrequency at 40.68 MHz warms the skin to tighten it and support collagen, while a patented ultrasound handpiece works on the fat layer for contouring.
Heat builds gradually and the system has integrated cooling, so most clients describe the sensation as warm rather than hot.
Micro-focused ultrasound with real-time imaging.
Ultherapy delivers focused ultrasound energy to the deeper foundational layers of the skin, bypassing the surface. Built-in ultrasound imaging lets the practitioner see the layers being treated, so energy is placed at the intended depth.
The heat prompts the body’s own collagen and elastin renewal, which is why results build gradually over the following months.
Your visit
We assess skin laxity and quality, talk through the areas that concern you, and recommend the approach that suits your skin.
The area is cleansed and mapped, and settings are adjusted to your skin and the area being treated.
Energy is delivered gradually with built-in cooling. Most clients feel a building warmth, often likened to a hot stone massage. Sessions take up to an hour.
Return to your day straight away. Mild redness or swelling can appear and usually settles quickly. Stay well hydrated for 48 hours.
Pricing
Your practitioner will recommend the right area and course length at consultation. A $50 deposit secures your appointment and comes off your treatment on the day.
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Questions
For Accent Prime, a course of four to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart is generally recommended. Your practitioner will tailor this to your skin and goals.
Improvement is gradual and can continue for up to three months as collagen renews, with the fullest effect usually seen around six weeks after your final session. Individual results vary.
Accent Prime suits the full face, or the jawline and neck on their own. Ulthera Prime is a focused treatment for the eye area. We recommend the right option, or a combination, at consultation.
Accent Prime can be used on all skin types. Some health conditions and implants mean it may not be suitable, so we review your medical history before treatment.
Individual results vary. Suitability is confirmed at consultation; temporary redness, swelling or tenderness may occur.