When it comes to advanced aesthetic treatments, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. These are high-performance, results-driven technologies designed to work at deeper levels of the skin – and choosing the right one depends on your skin concerns, goals, and stage of ageing.
As an A-list facialist trusted by red-carpet clients and industry insiders, Nilam Holmes works with some of the most advanced non-surgical treatments available today. Here, she explains three of Dermaspa’s most powerful technologies – HIFU Ultraformer III, Morpheus8, and AgeJET – so you can understand what each one does, who it’s best for, and how to decide which treatment is right for your skin.
HIFU Ultraformer III – Advanced Lifting, Firming & Contouring
What it is:
HIFU Ultraformer III is a non-invasive ultrasound treatment designed to lift, firm, and contour the face by working at multiple depths of the skin and underlying tissue.
How it works:
Using high-intensity focused ultrasound, HIFU Ultraformer III delivers energy at precise levels beneath the skin’s surface. This allows treatments to be fully tailored — targeting fine, delicate skin for tightening, or working deeper into fatty tissue to reduce unwanted pockets, particularly around the submental (chin) area.
What it’s best for:
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Lifting and firming sagging skin
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Improving facial definition and contour
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Reducing small pockets of excess fat under the chin
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Softening fine lines in thinner skin
Who it’s ideal for:
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Clients wanting lift, firmness, and definition
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Those concerned with mild to moderate skin laxity
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Clients wanting visible results with no downtime
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Suitable across a wide age range, depending on concern
Nilam explains:
“HIFU Ultraformer III is an incredible tool because we can work at different levels of the skin. We can tighten fine, delicate tissue, improve fine lines, or work into fatty tissue to reduce unwanted pockets. It’s ideal for clients who want more definition and contour to the face.”
Downtime: Minimal to none
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Morpheus8 – Skin Texture, Soft Contouring & Tightening
What it is:
Morpheus8 is a radiofrequency microneedling treatment that improves skin texture, firmness, and soft contouring by delivering energy deep into the skin using adjustable needle depths.
How it works:
Tiny needles penetrate the skin and deliver radiofrequency energy at depths ranging from 1mm to 8mm, depending on whether the treatment is targeting the face or body. This controlled energy stimulates collagen production while improving skin quality and structure.
What it’s best for:
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Crepey, loose, fine or crinkly skin
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Soft contouring rather than dramatic lift
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Improving skin texture and firmness
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Treating areas where skin feels thin or fragile
Who it’s ideal for:
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Clients with thinner skin and fine lines
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Those wanting texture improvement as well as tightening
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Clients happy with short downtime
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Suitable for face and body treatments
Nilam explains:
“Morpheus8 is perfect for people with thinner skin, fine lines, and crepey tissue. It’s excellent when you want to improve texture, firmness, and soft contouring, and we can tailor the depth precisely to your skin and concern.”
Downtime: 1–3 days
Key note: Uses needles to deliver radiofrequency energy
AgeJET – Skin Resurfacing, Brightening & Crepey Skin Tightening
What it is:
AgeJET is an advanced resurfacing and tightening treatment that uses plasma energy to regenerate the skin from beneath the surface while keeping the outer layer intact.
How it works:
Plasma energy is delivered into the skin, creating controlled trauma beneath the surface layer. Over the course of around a week, new skin regenerates underneath while the surface layer naturally sheds away, revealing fresher, firmer skin.
What it’s best for:
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Resurfacing and brightening the skin
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Tightening crepey, fine tissue
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Reducing soft lines, fine lines, and wrinkles
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Improving pigmentation and age spots
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Treating delicate areas, including around the eyes
Who it’s ideal for:
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Clients concerned with crepey skin and fine lines
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Those wanting visible resurfacing and tightening
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Ideal for delicate areas, including down to the lash line
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Clients comfortable with visible downtime
Nilam explains:
“AgeJET is excellent for resurfacing the skin and tightening crepey tissue. It’s my favourite treatment for the delicate eye area because we can work all the way down to the lash line while keeping the surface skin intact.”
Downtime: 4–7 days (as new skin regenerates)
At a Glance: Which Advanced Treatment Is Right for You?
| Treatment | Best For | Key Focus | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIFU Ultraformer III | Lift, contour, definition | Tightening, fat reduction, firming | Minimal to none |
| Morpheus8 | Texture, crepey skin, soft contouring | Collagen stimulation, skin quality | 1–3 days |
| AgeJET | Resurfacing, brightening, fine lines | Skin regeneration, tightening | 4–7 days |
Your Next Step: Personalised Treatment Guidance
Nilam's advice:
"Each of these treatments delivers powerful results - but the most effective outcomes come from a tailor-made approach. In many cases, a combination of Ultraformer III, Morpheus8, and AgeJET delivers the ultimate result for firming, tightening, and refreshing the face.
The best place to start is with a consultation, where we can assess your skin, discuss your concerns, and design a personalised treatment plan to kick-start your results."
Consultations are £25, fully redeemable against any treatment.
Treatments are available at Dermaspa Milton Keynes and our London location at The Level at the Meliá White House Hotel. (Treatment prices vary depending on location).