Technology 01
Focused Ultrasound
Delivers controlled ultrasound energy at selected tissue depths to support a tissue response and collagen remodelling over time.
RCA treatments
Skin Tightening & Strengthening
Non-Surgical Skin Tightening Sydney
Explore personalised treatments for skin laxity, firmness and definition across the face, neck and body.
RCA offers a range of ultrasound and laser technologies, with treatment selected according to your skin, concerns and goals.
Doctor-led care
Personalised treatment plans
Sydney CBD & Chatswood
Multiple treatment technologies
Ultrasound
Laser
Different concerns. Different approaches.
The right treatment depends on your skin,
treatment area and individual goals.
Understanding Skin Laxity
What Is Skin Tightening?
As skin changes over time, it can gradually lose firmness and elasticity, leading to changes around the jawline, face, neck and other areas of the body.
Non-surgical skin tightening uses ultrasound and laser-based technologies to target the skin and supporting tissue, with the aim of supporting collagen remodelling, firmness and overall skin quality over time.
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Target different depths
Different technologies can work at different
levels of the skin and supporting tissue.
2
Support collagen remodelling
Controlled energy may stimulate processes involved
in collagen renewal and tissue remodelling.
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Tailored to your concerns
Treatment selection depends on the area, your skin
and what you would like to address.
Skin tightening isn't one treatment.
RCA offers ultrasound and laser-based options so your treatment approach can be selected according to your individual assessment.
Skin Tightening Concerns
What Can Skin Tightening Help With?
Skin laxity can affect different areas in different ways. Depending on your concerns and suitability, treatment may be considered for the face, neck, eye area and selected areas of the body.
Your treatment starts with your concern
Skin laxity can appear differently across the face,
neck and body.
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Face, Jawline & Under Chin
Changes in firmness around the lower face, jawline or beneath the chin can affect facial definition and contour.
02
Neck
Skin on the neck may gradually become less firm, contributing to changes in texture, elasticity and definition.
03
Eye Area
The delicate skin around the eyes may show changes in firmness, texture and fine lines over time.
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Body
Selected treatments may be considered for areas of the body where skin firmness and laxity are a concern.
Finding the right approach
Not every treatment is suitable for every concern.
Treatment selection considers the area, degree of skin laxity, skin quality and your individual goals. Some technologies may also support improvements in skin firmness, texture and overall skin quality.
Skin Tightening Technologies
Different technologies. Different approaches.
Skin tightening isn't one treatment. RCA uses ultrasound and laser-based technologies that work in different ways, allowing treatment to be selected according to your skin, treatment area and goals.
Technology 02
Laser
Selected laser technologies can be used to support skin firmness, renewal and overall skin quality using different treatment techniques and wavelengths.
RCA treatments
Your clinician will assess your skin and concerns before
discussing which technology and treatment approach may be
appropriate for you.
Treatment Options
Explore Our Skin Tightening Treatments
RCA offers a range of ultrasound and laser-based treatments for different areas and skin-tightening concerns. Your clinician can help determine which approach may be appropriate for you.
Focused Ultrasound
Ultraformer
Face, jawline, neck & selected body areas
MFU-V Ultrasound
Ultherapy
Face, jawline & neck
Multi-Step Laser
Fotona 4D
Facial firmness, skin quality & rejuvenation
Laser
SkinTight
Skin firmness & selected areas of laxity
Eye-Area Laser
SmoothEye
Eye-area firmness, skin quality & fine lines
Not sure where to start?
You don't need to choose a treatment before your consultation.
Your clinician can assess your skin, concerns and goals before discussing which skin-tightening treatment options may be appropriate for you.
Compare Your Options
Which Skin Tightening Treatment May Be Right for Me?
Each treatment works differently and may be considered for different areas and concerns. This comparison provides a starting point for understanding RCA's skin-tightening options.
| Treatment | Technology | May Be Considered For | What Makes It Different |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultraformer | Focused Ultrasound | Facial, neck and selected body skin laxity and contour concerns. | Uses focused ultrasound with treatment cartridges designed to target selected tissue depths. |
| Ultherapy | Microfocused Ultrasound | Skin laxity involving areas such as the face, jawline and neck. | Uses microfocused ultrasound together with real-time ultrasound visualisation during treatment. |
| Fotona 4D | Multi-Step Laser | Facial skin quality, firmness, texture and broader rejuvenation concerns. | Combines multiple Fotona laser treatment modes within a multi-step facial treatment approach. |
| SkinTight | Laser | Skin firmness and selected areas where laxity is a concern. | Provides a laser-based approach to supporting skin firmness and collagen remodelling. |
| SmoothEye | Eye-Area Laser | Skin quality, firmness and fine lines around the eye area. | Designed specifically for treatment of the delicate periocular area. |
Ultraformer
Focused Ultrasound
May be considered for
Facial, neck and selected body skin laxity
and contour concerns.
What makes it different
Uses treatment cartridges designed to target
selected tissue depths.
Ultherapy
Microfocused Ultrasound
May be considered for
Skin laxity involving the face,
jawline and neck.
What makes it different
Uses real-time ultrasound visualisation
during treatment.
Fotona 4D
Multi-Step Laser
May be considered for
Facial skin quality, firmness, texture
and rejuvenation.
What makes it different
Combines multiple Fotona laser modes within
a multi-step facial treatment.
SkinTight
Laser
May be considered for
Skin firmness and selected areas
of laxity.
What makes it different
A laser-based approach to supporting
skin firmness and collagen remodelling.
SmoothEye
Eye-Area Laser
May be considered for
Skin quality, firmness and fine lines
around the eyes.
What makes it different
Specifically designed for treatment
of the delicate eye area.
Personalised treatment planning
Treatment selection starts with your skin — not the device.
During your complimentary consultation, your clinician can assess the treatment area, skin quality and degree of laxity before discussing which options may be appropriate for you.
Treatment Areas
Skin Tightening for the Face, Neck, Eyes & Body
Skin laxity can present differently across the face and body. Treatment selection depends on the area, your skin and the concerns you would like to address.
Lower Face & Contour
Face & Jawline
Changes in firmness through the cheeks, lower face and jawline can gradually soften facial definition and contour.
Neck Firmness
Neck
Changes in skin firmness and elasticity can become particularly noticeable through the neck over time.
Delicate Eye Area
Around the Eyes
The delicate eye area may show changes in firmness, texture and fine lines as the skin changes over time.
Selected Body Areas
Body
Skin laxity can also affect selected areas of the body, where treatment may be considered following assessment.
The same concern doesn't always require the same treatment.
Skin quality, tissue characteristics, degree of laxity and your individual goals are considered when planning treatment.
Personalised Treatment Planning
Your Skin Tightening Consultation
You don't need to know which treatment is right for you before you book.
Your consultation gives your clinician the opportunity to understand your concerns, assess your skin and discuss the treatment options that may be appropriate for your goals.
Discuss your concerns and what you would like to address
Have the treatment area and skin assessed
Understand suitable options and what to expect
Complimentary Consultation
Start with an assessment, not a treatment choice.
Ask questions, understand your options and discuss what may realistically be achievable before deciding whether you would like to proceed.
Consultation
Complimentary
Locations
Sydney CBD & Chatswood
Treatment planning
Personalised to your assessment
What to Expect
Results, Treatment Frequency & Downtime
Results, treatment frequency and recovery vary depending on the technology used, treatment area and your individual treatment plan.
Results
When Will I See Results?
Some changes may become noticeable earlier, while treatments that support collagen remodelling may produce changes that develop progressively over time.
Treatment Plan
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Some approaches may be planned as an individual treatment, while others may involve a course of treatments spaced over time.
Recovery
Is There Downtime?
Recovery varies by treatment. Temporary redness, swelling, sensitivity or other expected post-treatment effects may occur depending on the treatment selected.
Results Often Develop Progressively
Many skin-tightening treatments are designed to support processes that continue after the appointment.
Treatment
Energy is delivered according to the selected technology
and treatment plan.
Tissue Response
The targeted tissue may begin processes involved in
renewal and collagen remodelling.
Progressive Change
Changes in firmness or skin quality may become more
apparent as the response develops.
Your results and treatment experience will be individual.
Treatment response varies between people and depends on factors including your skin, treatment area, treatment selected and individual response. Your clinician will discuss realistic expectations with you before treatment.
Treatment Pricing
Skin Tightening Treatment Pricing
Skin tightening costs vary according to the treatment selected, treatment area and size of the area being treated. These starting prices provide a guide, with your exact treatment plan and cost confirmed during consultation.
Ultraformer
Focused ultrasound
From
$400
Ultherapy
Microfocused ultrasound
From
$440
Fotona 4D
Multi-step laser treatment
From
$1,100
SkinTight
Laser-based skin tightening
From
$500
SmoothEye
Laser treatment for the eye area
From
$400
Looking for HIFU pricing?
HIFU describes high-intensity focused ultrasound technology rather than one specific treatment at RCA. Our focused ultrasound options include Ultraformer and Ultherapy, with pricing varying according to the technology and treatment area selected.
Personalised Pricing
Get a personalised treatment recommendation and price
During your complimentary consultation, your clinician can assess the area you would like to treat, discuss suitable options and confirm the cost of your treatment plan.
Pricing is provided as a guide and may vary according to treatment area, treatment size and individual treatment plan. Your clinician will confirm treatment suitability and pricing during consultation.
Why Choose RCA
A Personalised Approach to Skin Tightening
With different treatment options available, planning starts with understanding your skin, concerns and goals. RCA takes an individual approach rather than applying the same treatment pathway to every client.
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Doctor-Led Care
Clinical assessment and appropriate treatment selection are central to the way RCA approaches care.
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Personalised Treatment Plans
Recommendations consider your skin, treatment area, concerns and individual goals.
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Multiple Technologies
Ultrasound and laser technologies provide different approaches for different treatment areas and concerns.
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26 Years of Skin Expertise
Established in 2000, RCA has more than two decades of experience in skin and cosmetic treatments.
Clinical Leadership
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Founded by Dr Garry Cussell
With more than 50 years in medicine, Clinical Director Dr Garry Cussell founded Rejuvenation Clinics of Australia in 2000. RCA has since developed around a considered, personalised approach to skin and cosmetic treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Skin Tightening FAQs
Common questions about non-surgical skin tightening, treatment options, results and recovery.
What is the best treatment for skin tightening?
There isn't one skin tightening treatment that is appropriate for everyone. Different technologies work in different ways and at different tissue depths, so treatment selection depends on factors such as the area being treated, skin quality, degree of laxity and your individual goals.
RCA offers focused ultrasound and laser-based options, allowing your clinician to consider different approaches during your consultation.
What is the difference between HIFU, Ultraformer and Ultherapy?
HIFU stands for high-intensity focused ultrasound and describes a type of technology used to deliver focused ultrasound energy at selected tissue depths. Ultraformer and Ultherapy are specific ultrasound treatment systems.
Although both use focused ultrasound principles, they are different technologies with their own treatment approaches. Ultherapy also incorporates real-time ultrasound visualisation during treatment.
Can skin tightening help the face and jawline?
Selected skin tightening treatments may be considered where changes in skin firmness or laxity are affecting the cheeks, lower face or jawline. Depending on the concern, options may include focused ultrasound or laser-based treatments.
The appropriate approach depends on the area, your skin and what is contributing to the change in facial contour.
What treatments can be used for neck skin tightening?
Depending on the type and degree of skin laxity, focused ultrasound and selected laser treatments may be considered for the neck.
Your clinician will assess the skin and treatment area before discussing which options may be appropriate.
How long does it take to see skin tightening results?
Results develop differently depending on the treatment selected. Some changes may become noticeable earlier, while treatments designed to support collagen remodelling may produce changes that develop progressively over time.
Your clinician can discuss the expected timeline for the specific treatment recommended for you.
How many skin tightening treatments will I need?
There is no standard number that applies to every treatment. Some treatment plans may involve an individual treatment, while others may involve a course of treatments spaced over time.
The recommended number and frequency depend on the technology, treatment area and your individual treatment plan.
Is there downtime after skin tightening treatment?
Downtime varies between treatments. Some options may involve minimal interruption to normal activities, while others can result in temporary redness, swelling, sensitivity or other expected post-treatment effects.
Your clinician will explain the expected recovery and aftercare for the treatment selected.
Does skin tightening hurt?
Treatment sensation varies according to the technology, treatment area and individual sensitivity. Depending on the treatment, sensations may include warmth, pressure, tingling or brief points of discomfort.
Your clinician can explain what the recommended treatment typically feels like and any comfort measures used.
Can skin tightening treatments replace surgery?
Non-surgical skin tightening and surgical procedures are not equivalent. Energy-based treatments may be considered for suitable skin laxity and skin-quality concerns, but the type and degree of change achievable will differ from surgery.
Your consultation provides an opportunity to discuss what may realistically be achievable with the treatments available at RCA.
How much does skin tightening cost in Sydney?
The cost varies according to the technology, treatment area and size of the area being treated. RCA offers several skin tightening options with different starting prices rather than one standard skin tightening price.
Your exact treatment price will be confirmed as part of your personalised treatment plan.
Am I suitable for skin tightening treatment?
Suitability depends on the treatment being considered as well as your skin, medical history, treatment area and individual circumstances. Not every skin tightening technology is suitable for every person or concern.
A consultation allows these factors to be assessed before treatment options are discussed.
Do I need to know which treatment I want before booking?
No. You can book a complimentary consultation without deciding between RCA's ultrasound or laser-based treatment options beforehand.
Your consultation is designed to identify your concerns, assess the treatment area and discuss the options that may be appropriate for your goals.
Skin Tightening at RCA
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Non Surgical Skin Tightening
A common concern for many individuals is the development of saggy skin caused by ageing, childbirth, or weight fluctuations. At our Rejuvenation Clinics of Australia, we offer a variety of effective treatments, like RF needling, Ultherapy and Ultraformer, that can help reduce sagging skin and restore a more youthful appearance. Our experienced specialists can tailor a personalised treatment plan to address your specific concerns, using a combination of our advanced laser and skin tightening technologies. These treatments can help restore firmness and elasticity to the skin, resulting in a more contoured and toned appearance.
Our skin tightening treatments use advanced technology to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin. We offer a range of treatments to suit your individual needs and goals, including:
- Ultraformer: high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) technology to lift, tighten, and rejuvenate the skin.
- RF Needling: This treatment uses radio frequency energy to heat the skin and stimulate collagen production, resulting in smoother, tighter skin.
- Ultherapy: This treatment promotes collagen through gentle targeted heat waves at a depth of up to 4.5mm without any downtime or surgery.
All of our treatments are performed by our experienced and qualified technicians, who will work with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that meets your needs and goals. We use only the latest and most advanced technology to ensure the best possible results.
Stimulate new collagen
As you age or after giving birth or losing weight, your skin may lose its strength and elasticity. This can be improved by helping your skin stimulate new collagen to regain a firmer structure whilst also slimming down facial and body contours.
Non-invasive procedures
This range of treatment options are non-surgical and use deep heat to strengthen the skin structure to give a younger, lifted and fresher look. Zero recovery time means you can go back to your daily routine immediately without any tell tale signs of treatment.
Quick results
Results are immediate making the treatment ideal if you need quick results for an upcoming important event, occasion or holiday. It is recommended for the face, loose tummy, sagging upper arms or thighs.
Comfortable & cost-effective
Compared to surgical alternatives, non-invasive skin tightening actually strengthens and firms the skin rather than just stretching it taut; it typically costs significantly less and is far more comfortable; it is also more effective than just skincare, and you may only need one treatment every 6 - 12 months to maintain your new youthful look.
Our Skin Tightening Treatments
Ultraformer
ULTRAFORMER SKIN TIGHTENING
Lift and tighten skin with Ultraformer, a powerful ultrasound treatment that stimulates collagen production for a naturally firmer appearance.
Ultherapy®
ULTHERAPY® NON-SURGICAL LIFT
Achieve a natural lift with Ultherapy®, a revolutionary ultrasound-based treatment that targets deeper layers of skin for long-lasting results.
Fotona 4D Laser
FOTONA 4D LASER REJUVENATION
Experience the ultimate in skin rejuvenation with Fotona 4D, a comprehensive laser treatment that tightens, smooths, and revitalises your skin.
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Walk in - walk out procedures
Skin tightening is a walk in-walk out procedure, but requires extreme attention to detail. Our skin tightening specialists use a progressive deep heat approach that leaves the surface skin unaffected. The number of treatments is customised to each client and depends on the skin’s condition, age, genetic background, health status and lifestyle.
Book An Obligation Free Consultation
Contact one of our skin tightening specialists for a complimentary, obligation free consultation.
Injectables Treatments
FOTONA 4D
SMOOTHEYE
ULTRAFORMER SKIN TIGHTENING
ULTHERAPY SKIN TIGHTENING
THERMAGE
RF NEEDLING
SKINTIGHT
FOTONA 4D
Fotona 4D is a 4 step, multimodality treatment package for holistic rejuvenation of your full face and complexion to brighten, tighten, lift and smooth out your complexion for a holistically more youthful appearance.
SMOOTHEYE
SmoothEye is a safe and effective laser treatment specially designed to rejuvenate delicate skin around the eyes. Improve elasticity and reduce the appearance of tired, ageing eyes with this advanced yet gentle treatment.
ULTRAFORMER SKIN TIGHTENING
Skin Tightening with Ultraformer 7D is a break-through, highly effective, long lasting treatment for on-going strengthening and instant skin tightening. It is the perfect treatment if you want to tighten the skin on large parts of your body and has fast become Rejuvenation Clinics of Australias' preferred method of providing non-surgical treatment for skin tightening with superior results.
ULTHERAPY SKIN TIGHTENING
Overtime, underlying changes to the skin tissue result in lines, wrinkles and sagging skin. Ultherapy Skin Tightening works to tighten and lift skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, Ultherapy delivers ultrasound energy non-invasively to heat skin tissue at multiple depths, triggering a natural regenerative response that stimulates the growth of new collagen ultimately smoothing and tightening skin.
THERMAGE
Is your skin not as firm as it used to be? If you want to effectively combat the signs of ageing or weight loss, Thermage is one of our most tried and tested skin tightening treatments.
RF NEEDLING
If your skin is scarred, wrinkled, sagging or pigmented, RF Needling may be the perfect treatment for you. RF Needling is a revolutionary treatment for skin tightening and rejuvenation, utilising a combination of radio frequency and percutaneous needling to induce collagen production and tighten elastin fibres.
SKINTIGHT
To prevent or repair the loss of skin laxity, we may advise you take advantage of SkinTight, a new generation skin repair laser that gently treats the skin in depth for immediate results.
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Comprehensive & advanced range of laser, ultrasound & skincare technology, with continuous research & development
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