Skin tightening treatments may be considered by patients looking to address changes in skin firmness without surgery. With several technologies available, the choice often depends on how each one works, how it responds to different skin types, and how consistent the results are over time. At Infinity Skin Clinic, we compared a range of systems and selected SkinTyte as our preferred option for non-surgical skin tightening. This decision was based on factors such as the treatment steps, comfort during sessions, visible changes after treatment, and how the skin responds over time.
How SkinTyte Works Compared to Thermage
SkinTyte uses infrared light energy to gently warm the deeper layers of the skin, targeting areas where collagen and elastin are active. The energy is delivered in short, even bursts, and a built-in cooling system helps protect the surface of the skin during treatment. Thermage works differently—it uses radiofrequency energy that travels through the outer layer to heat the deeper skin tissues. This heat creates a controlled effect that may trigger the skin’s natural repair process and support collagen response.
Both treatments aim to support collagen activity using heat, but the way they do this is different. SkinTyte is designed for a series of sessions, which allows the treatment to be adjusted over time based on how the skin responds. This can be helpful for patients who prefer gradual changes and a plan that can be tailored to their needs.
Treatment Experience and Comfort
SkinTyte uses a handheld device to deliver quick pulses of infrared light to the skin. A built-in cooling feature helps protect the skin’s surface and maintain comfort during treatment. The process involves moving the device across the treatment area, allowing heat to reach the layers where collagen activity takes place. Treatment is spread over several sessions, and settings can be adjusted depending on how the skin responds. There is no down-time after SkinTyte, with patients being able to return to work straight away or the next day.
Thermage uses radiofrequency energy, which reaches deeper layers of the skin in a slower, more focused way. This can cause a stronger warming sensation that some patients may find painful, with patients needing numbing options or even stronger sedation or pain killers for the treatment. There is also usually more postoperative swelling after the treatment with Thermage, often requiring a few days off after the treatment.
While both treatments aim to support collagen activity, the way the heat is delivered, the discomfort level, the postoperative reaction and how the sessions are spaced are different.
Treatment Flexibility and Suitability
SkinTyte can be used on different areas of the face and body, such as the neck, jawline, arms, and abdomen. The settings can be adjusted based on skin type, thickness, and the area being treated. Because SkinTyte is delivered over a series of sessions, the response can be checked between visits, and changes can be made as needed. This approach allows the treatment plan to be adjusted over time.
Thermage is usually done as one full treatment using radiofrequency energy, and it can be repeated after a minimum of 3 months if needed. Unlike SkinTyte, which is delivered over several shorter sessions that can be adjusted along the way, Thermage can not be spread out into smaller treatments. SkinTyte may offer more flexibility for those who prefer gradual changes and closer monitoring between sessions.
Results
SkinTyte and Thermage both use heat to target deeper layers of the skin, supporting collagen activity. With SkinTyte, treatments are spaced out over multiple sessions, and changes tend to appear gradually after each one. This setup allows monitoring of the treated area and adjustment of the treatment if needed. Thermage is often done in one full session, with gradual changes developing in the following weeks or months.
SkinTyte delivers energy in shorter bursts at lower settings across several appointments, which may feel more manageable for some patients. Thermage uses a higher level of heat during one session, and the sensation may be more noticeable right after treatment. Both approaches work toward similar goals, but the treatment schedules and patient experience are likely to be different.
Maintenance
SkinTyte is usually performed over several sessions spaced a few weeks apart, followed by occasional maintenance treatments based on the skin’s condition and the patient’s goals. This step-by-step approach allows adjustments to be made over time, depending on how the skin responds. Thermage is often done in one session, with longer gaps before any additional treatments are considered. Some patients may return for future Thermage sessions as part of their ongoing care.
With SkinTyte, regular visits offer more opportunities to check in with the clinical team and update the treatment plan if needed. This can be helpful when treating areas that may change gradually, such as the jawline or neck. While both treatments benefit from consistent skin care and sun protection, SkinTyte’s ongoing schedule allows for more frequent discussions about skincare routines and lifestyle factors.
Reasons to Choose Infinity Skin Clinic for Skin Tightening in Sydney & North Shore
Infinity Skin Clinic in Sydney offers SkinTyte treatment performed by trained medical professionals in a clinical setting. The team consists of cosmetic physicians, registered nurses, and medical aestheticians. Before any treatment, patients undergo a detailed skin assessment and consultation, where the team evaluates skin health, discusses concerns, and explains the process in detail. Patients receive individualised recommendations based on their skin type, condition, and treatment goals.
SkinTyte treatments are carried out using protocols appropriate for the procedure. Each treatment plan may be adjusted depending on the patient’s skin response over time. The approach is based on clinical assessment and individual needs. This allows the team to determine how each session is managed.
Before each session, the skin is checked again to make sure the treatment is still suitable. Any changes in skin condition or overall health are considered before continuing. Patients are given clear information about how many sessions may be needed, what to expect during recovery, and any possible risks. This helps patients understand the process and make informed choices about their treatment.