ONDA Lifting

This device uses microwave energy to contour the fat layer while tightening the skin.

 

It’s a popular treatment among those who “want to slim down a bit and make the facial contours clearer.”

 

That said, because there are many treatments and devices available, you may wonder about ONDA’s effects and whether it suits you.

 

In this article, we explain the effects of ONDA lifting and how it differs from other devices.

How does ONDA work?

 

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When microwaves selectively accumulate heat in the fat layer, the volume of fat cells decreases, and the fibrous septa and collagen contract and are remodeled.

 

At the same time, by combining contact cooling and air cooling to lower the epidermal temperature, you can leave the necessary heat in the deeper layers while reducing irritation to the skin surface.

Compared to other treatments, it’s easier to receive comfortably while still aiming for noticeable results.

Who is it suited for?

 

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If you have overall thickness along the jawline and cheeks—
the type whose contours look heavy because of fat—
ONDA tends to show its strengths.

 

Even when the fat layer appears thin at a glance,
in reality there are often many uneven areas.

 

For these subtle irregularities, an approach that accumulates heat evenly is appropriate.

 

On the other hand, if you have very little fat and only want to boost firmness,
other lifting devices that target depth more precisely may be a better fit.

To put it simply, it’s easiest to think in terms of
“fat-focused or firmness (elasticity)-focused.”

How is it different from other treatments (e.g., Ulthera)?

 

Even if the principles seem similar at a glance,
the points of action, depth, and the way heat is used all differ slightly.

 

RF (radiofrequency) systems use bulk heating to warm tissue broadly,
addressing both the fat and the dermis at the same time.

 

Ulthera creates thermal coagulation points at predetermined depths,
making it closer to precisely lifting the tissue itself.

 

ONDA’s strength is that, while actively employing cooling,
it can push energy more safely into deeper layers.

if you’re concerned about localized fat, combine RF;
if you have overall excess fat, choose ONDA;
if you have little fat and mainly sagging, choose Ulthera. :)

 

Pre-/Post-Treatment Care Tips

 

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Avoid saunas, high-intensity exercise, strong peels, and waxing for one week before and after treatment.

 

Always practice UV protection and moisturization as the most essential basic care.

 

Pause active ingredients such as retinoids and AHA/BHA for a few days before and after the procedure to reduce epidermal irritation and lower the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

 

Between sessions, controlling rapid weight changes, late-night snacking, and alcohol intake helps maintain results.

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The key with ONDA is that it integrates fat control and firmness enhancement into one streamlined approach.

 

However, depending on your facial structure, fat layer, and specific concerns, other treatments may be more effective.

 

Please use the above points as a reference and decide after consulting with an experienced physician.

This was Dr. Won Daehan, Medical Director.

Thank you for reading to the end.

 

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