The concern
That softening along the jaw, under the chin or around the brow is one of the first changes people notice — and one of the most treatable, without surgery, needles or real downtime.
What's happening
From our mid-thirties, the skin makes less collagen and elastin — the two proteins that keep it firm and springy. The change is gradual, but it shows first where the skin is thinnest and works hardest: the jawline, the neck, the brow.
Non-surgical skin tightening doesn't fill or freeze anything. It uses controlled energy to prompt the skin's own remodelling — so the firmness that returns is your own collagen, built slowly over the weeks that follow, and it fades gradually rather than all at once.
The honest part: this suits mild to moderate laxity. If the change is more advanced, we'll tell you plainly what a treatment can and can't do for you — that conversation is what the consultation is for.
The pathway
Not a single fix, but a considered order — matched to your skin at consultation.
The primary treatment
Focused SUPERB™ ultrasound delivered to the mid-dermis, prompting collagen to firm and lift the appearance of the lower face, brow and neck. No needles, virtually no downtime — usually a single session, with results building over 6–12 weeks.
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The supporting treatment
Where skin quality and texture are part of the picture, a course of microneedling builds firmness and refines the surface alongside Sofwave — the two work well together, staged over time.
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Questions
Sofwave and Ultherapy both use ultrasound to stimulate collagen, but they work at different depths and have different comfort profiles. Sofwave targets the mid-dermis at 1.5mm depth using SUPERB technology, which is significantly less painful than Ultherapy's deeper 3-4.5mm focal points. Clinical studies show comparable lifting results with Sofwave producing less discomfort and downtime. At Eternity Laser & Aesthetics in Dural, we use Sofwave because it delivers consistent results with a far more comfortable patient experience.
Sofwave results typically last 12 to 18 months, with collagen continuing to build for three to six months after treatment. The longevity depends on your age, skin quality, and lifestyle factors like sun exposure and smoking. Most clients at Eternity schedule a single maintenance session annually to sustain their results. The collagen produced is your own, so the improvement is natural and degrades gradually rather than suddenly disappearing.
Non-surgical skin tightening is most effective on the lower face and jawline, submental area (under the chin), brow lifting, neck tightening, and general facial laxity. Sofwave is FDA-cleared for lifting the eyebrow, submental, and neck areas. At Eternity in the Hills District, we commonly treat the full face and neck in a single session, with the jawline and jowl area showing the most dramatic response.
Sofwave has virtually no downtime. Most clients experience mild redness for one to two hours post-treatment, similar to a light sunburn. There is no bruising, swelling, or peeling. You can apply makeup immediately and return to all normal activities the same day. This is one of the key advantages over surgical facelifts and even thread lifts, which require several days to a week of recovery.
Non-surgical skin tightening is most effective for people in their early 40s to mid-60s who are experiencing mild to moderate skin laxity. If you are noticing early jowling, a less defined jawline, or sagging around the brow or neck, you are likely a good candidate. Starting earlier, in your late 30s to early 40s, can be a preventive strategy to maintain collagen levels. During your consultation at Eternity, we assess your skin laxity and honestly advise whether non-surgical options will meet your expectations.
The next step
The clearest way forward is a conversation about your skin.
We’ll assess it in person and tell you honestly what will, and won’t, help.
