Collection Beauty Devices 2026.07.01

Comparison of Skin Elasticity Lifting Devices

A guide to lifting devices comparing Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Oligio, and XERF based on principles and target layers

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When exploring skin lifting procedures, you’ll come across several devices like Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Oligio, and XERF which may sound familiar but can be confusing regarding their differences. While all are categorized under the keywords 'elasticity' and 'lifting', their energy sources, depth of action, pain experience, and expected outcomes differ. Ultherapy is a representative device that targets relatively deep support layers using ultrasound energy, while Thermage FLX and Oligio focus on skin elasticity and collagen remodeling using radio frequency (RF). The relatively newly mentioned XERF is gaining attention for its focus on reducing pain burden using multi-frequency RF and cooling technology.

This list is organized not to rank specific devices as absolutely better, but to help you compare the common concerns and principles that lead to frequent selections. The suitability for actual procedures varies based on skin thickness, fat amount, sagging direction, previous treatment history, and pain sensitivity, so it’s best to refer to medical consultations as a foundation.

Ultherapy

Ultherapy is a representative lifting device of HIFU, or High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound. It delivers ultrasound energy to the desired depth without cutting the skin surface, featuring real-time imaging to check tissue depth during treatment. It’s often compared by those who struggle with sagging jawlines, cheek sagging, double chins, or loss of neck elasticity. While RF devices usually focus on the 'tightness' of skin texture and elasticity, Ultherapy is well-known for its lifting sensation due to targeting relatively deep layers.

However, because ultrasound energy penetrates deeply, some individuals may feel considerable pain, and if there is less fat in the face, treatment planning should be approached with caution. Having a high number of shots does not guarantee effectiveness; rather, it's essential to consider which areas and depths the shots will target. It’s advisable to confirm whether original equipment and tips are used and where to focus during the consultation stage.

대표 분야 리프팅 주요 고민 턱선, 볼처짐, 이중턱, 얼굴 윤곽 에너지 방식 집속 초음파 기반 리프팅 상담 포인트 샷 수, 시술 부위 디자인, 통증 관리, 효과가 나타나는 시점 확인 에너지원 초음파, HIFU 계열 주요 타깃 SMAS를 포함한 깊은 지지층·피부 진피층 잘 맞는 고민 턱선, 볼 처짐, 이중턱, 목 라인 체크포인트 통증 체감과 얼굴 지방량, 샷 배치 설계 확인 대표 성격 구조적인 리프팅감을 기대할 때 많이 비교하는 장비

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Thermage FLX

Thermage FLX is a representative tightening device that uses RF, or radio frequency energy. It works by delivering heat to the deep collagen layer in the skin, inducing contraction of existing collagen and promoting the formation of new collagen. While Ultherapy is often compared for its 'lifting sensation', Thermage becomes a candidate when one wishes to address looseness and a feeling of thinning skin as fine lines increase. It’s applicable not only to the face but also to areas like the eyes, jawline, neck, and some body parts.

The FLX generation is known for improving patient experience with larger tip areas, ease of treatment, vibrations, and cooling effects. However, RF devices can also cause heat sensations and pain if the intensity is high, with reactions varying based on individual skin thickness and sensitivity. Although consultations may explore combining the two devices due to differing action layers, it’s safer to plan treatments based on skin condition and recovery responses rather than receiving both on the same day or in rapid succession.

대표 분야 탄력·잔주름 주요 고민 피부 탄력, 잔주름, 피부결, 얼굴 전체 타이트닝 에너지 방식 모노폴라 RF 고주파 상담 포인트 정품 팁, 샷 수, 눈가 팁 여부, 울쎄라 등과 병행 필요성 확인 에너지원 모노폴라 고주파 RF 주요 타깃 콜라겐이 풍부한 진피·피하층 잘 맞는 고민 피부 탄력 저하, 잔주름, 얼굴 전체 타이트닝 체크포인트 정품 팁, 샷 수보다 부위별 에너지 설계 확인 대표 성격 RF 리프팅의 글로벌 대표 장비

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Oligio

Oligio is a domestic monopolar RF lifting device introduced by OneTech, targeting improvement in skin elasticity using high-frequency thermal energy similar to Thermage. It is often compared as a more accessible choice in domestic clinics with a lower cost burden compared to Thermage. It’s particularly considered when individuals experience a sense of thin, sagging skin, fine wrinkles, and overall elasticity decline, and is understood to focus on tidying up skin rather than offering strong structural lifting.

It’s critical to not decide outcomes based solely on the device's name; understanding which tips, intensities, and how many shots are allocated to specific areas is key. Because RF devices utilize heat, adjustments in timing and intensity are necessary if the skin is sensitive or displays severe redness, especially if other energy treatments have been received recently. Rather than just focusing on cost, it’s advisable to consult about whether it's suitable for your skin thickness and degree of sagging.

에너지원 모노폴라 고주파 RF 주요 타깃 진피층 중심의 피부 탄력·타이트닝 잘 맞는 고민 피부 탄력 저하, 잔주름, 가벼운 처짐 체크포인트 비용, 샷 수, 팁 종류, 열감 관리 확인 대표 성격 국산 RF 리프팅 장비로 접근성이 좋은 선택지

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XERF (Jeop)

XERF

XERF is a recently popular RF lifting device known for its multi-frequency monopolar RF that combines 6.78MHz and 2MHz. Manufacturer material emphasizes cooling technology that manages skin surface temperature and energy delivery control, championing a 'Never-Numb' concept that reduces anesthetic burden. Although it belongs to the RF category like Thermage and Oligio, it stands out for improving pain perception and treatment experience as a relatively newer device. People looking to address skin elasticity, define their jawline, and improve texture and fine lines may consider this device.

However, newer devices often come with significant variations in procedural experience and protocols among clinics. Instead of choosing solely based on the claim of 'less pain', it’s better to clarify how deeply and intensely the energy is delivered, how adjustments are made for areas with less facial fat, and what the recommended intervals are if there have been previous treatments with Ultherapy, Thermage, or Oligio. While being a newer device could be an advantage, ultimately the results depend on appropriate target selection and the practitioner’s design.

에너지원 다중 주파수 모노폴라 RF 주요 타깃 피부 표면·중간층·깊은 지지층을 고려한 RF 타이트닝 잘 맞는 고민 탄력 저하, 턱선 정리, 잔주름, 통증 부담 완화 니즈 체크포인트 병원별 프로토콜, 냉각·에너지 설정, 기존 시술 이력 확인 대표 성격 최근 주목받는 차세대 RF 리프팅 장비

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When choosing a lifting device, it’s better to first clarify 'what changes do I want to make to my face' rather than just relying on the name. If structural lifting concerns such as sagging jawline and cheeks are on your mind, ultrasound devices could be a candidate. However, if you’re worried about fine lines, skin texture, and overall elasticity decline, RF devices might be worth comparing as well. Just focusing on the number of shots is not enough; factors like the type of tips, treatment intensity, and the practitioner’s judgement significantly influence the results and sensations experienced. It’s important to check not only the price but also whether original tips are used, if the design is tailored to your skin condition, explanations of potential side effects, and aftercare guidance.

Established devices like Ultherapy and Thermage benefit from clinical experience and recognition, while newer RF options like Oligio and XERF offer more choices worth comparing in terms of cost, pain, and treatment experience. It's more realistic to approach it with the mindset that one procedure won’t solve all sagging issues, but rather by combining a device suitable for your current skin condition with management at appropriate intervals.

한눈에 보기 4개

Ultherapy

리프팅 · 턱선, 볼처짐, 이중턱, 얼굴 윤곽 · 집속 초음파 기반 리프팅 · 샷 수, 시술 부위 디자인, 통증 관리, 효과가 나타나는 시점 확인 · 초음파, HIFU 계열 · SMAS를 포함한 깊은 지지층·피부 진피층 · 턱선, 볼 처짐, 이중턱, 목 라인 · 통증 체감과 얼굴 지방량, 샷 배치 설계 확인 · 구조적인 리프팅감을 기대할 때 많이 비교하는 장비

Thermage FLX

탄력·잔주름 · 피부 탄력, 잔주름, 피부결, 얼굴 전체 타이트닝 · 모노폴라 RF 고주파 · 정품 팁, 샷 수, 눈가 팁 여부, 울쎄라 등과 병행 필요성 확인 · 모노폴라 고주파 RF · 콜라겐이 풍부한 진피·피하층 · 피부 탄력 저하, 잔주름, 얼굴 전체 타이트닝 · 정품 팁, 샷 수보다 부위별 에너지 설계 확인 · RF 리프팅의 글로벌 대표 장비

Oligio

모노폴라 고주파 RF · 진피층 중심의 피부 탄력·타이트닝 · 피부 탄력 저하, 잔주름, 가벼운 처짐 · 비용, 샷 수, 팁 종류, 열감 관리 확인 · 국산 RF 리프팅 장비로 접근성이 좋은 선택지

XERF (Jeop)

다중 주파수 모노폴라 RF · 피부 표면·중간층·깊은 지지층을 고려한 RF 타이트닝 · 탄력 저하, 턱선 정리, 잔주름, 통증 부담 완화 니즈 · 병원별 프로토콜, 냉각·에너지 설정, 기존 시술 이력 확인 · 최근 주목받는 차세대 RF 리프팅 장비