HiFu & RF Micro-needling

Give Your Skin Back Its Snap – The Power of Focus Dual

With the Focus Dual, we offer ultimate flexibility to customise results for every skin concern. This cutting-edge device combines two clinically proven technologies, Radiofrequency Microneedling and High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), to rejuvenate and tighten the skin. These gold-standard treatments target the skin at every layer, providing visible results in reducing the signs of aging. Whether you're aiming to firm, lift, or tighten, the Focus Dual is designed to meet your goals.

The Focus Dual Advantage – Face and Body Transformation

We use the Focus Dual to address multiple skin and body concerns, such as:

Wrinkles, fine lines, and pigmentation (including smoker's lines)
Acne and surgical scars
Loose, sagging, or crepey skin (including eyebrow laxity)
Stretch marks
Uneven skin tone and texture
Milia (small skin bumps)
Large pores
Loss of facial volume
Fat reduction and body sculpting (e.g., jawline definition)
Dull, lacklustre skin

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Highlights the benefits of the Focus Dual treatment

By using RF Microneedling and HIFU, we’re able to target these issues on a deep level, achieving maximum results through a personalised, phased treatment plan. However, while these treatments work well when combined, they cannot be performed on the same area on the same day. Instead, your treatment programme will be tailored and scheduled to suit your unique concerns and goals.

What is Radiofrequency Microneedling?

Radiofrequency Microneedling improves a range of skin issues, such as acne scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, and skin laxity. Fine needles puncture the skin’s surface while delivering RF energy into the deeper layers, heating them to stimulate collagen and elastin production. This encourages the natural rejuvenation process, resulting in firmer, smoother skin.

What is High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)?

HIFU delivers focused ultrasound energy deep into the skin's SMAS layer—the same layer targeted in surgical facelifts. This creates small heat zones that stimulate collagen and elastin production, tightening and lifting the skin. The results improve over time, with the full effect visible after 12 weeks.

HIFU is also used to reduce subcutaneous fat in areas like the jawline or body. Ultrasound energy disrupts fat cells, which are then naturally flushed out of the body, tightening skin and reducing fat simultaneously.

A Personalised Treatment Programme for Maximum Results

While RF Microneedling and HIFU are both highly effective, they cannot be performed on the same area on the same day. Instead, we offer a tailored programme that combines these treatments in a strategic schedule to achieve your desired results. Your treatment plan will be created based on your specific skin concerns and long-term goals, with each session carefully planned to maximize the impact.

What Happens During a Focus Dual Treatment?

Consultation: We begin with a complimentary consultation, where our aesthetic practitioners will discuss your areas of concern and explain the treatment plan.
Preparation: Before treatment, we will double-cleanse the area.
RF Microneedling: If RF Microneedling is part of your plan, we will use the handheld device to deliver targeted radiofrequency energy into the skin.
HIFU: For HIFU treatments, we mark the skin and apply the handpiece to deliver focused ultrasound energy at the correct depth.
Post-Treatment Care: After your treatment, we apply soothing serum and SPF protection to aid recovery.

Results continue to develop over 12 weeks as collagen production increases.

Ready to Get Started? Book your complimentary consultation today and start your journey to firmer, younger-looking skin with Focus Dual!

Procedure Time

Dependent on area

Results & Benefits

Lift, firm, tighten skin

Maintenance

After course, every 3-4 months

Results Within

Dependent on goals

Downtime

Minimal

Potential Effects

Redness, swelling, tenderness

Focus Dual Treatment Prices

HIFU

Small Area

Medium Area

Large Area

Extra Large Area

£145

£195

£265

£345

£390

£520

£710

£930

Prices are shown for a single treatment and a course of 3 of HIFU and RF Micro-Needling.

Following your free consultation should your aesthetics practitioner recommend a treatment schedule that includes both treatments, a bespoke pricing plan will be created for you.

RF Micro-Needling

Small Area

Medium Area

Large Area

Extra Large Area

£95

£165

£225

£295

£250

£490

£600

£790

FREE 10 min LED post treatment session with every RF micro-needling treatment

What areas can be treated?

It is most often used on forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines. It can also be used for other areas such as the mouth and neck whilst also being an approved treatment for migraine relief and excessive underarm sweating – Check out our menu to read more about our advanced injectable aesthetics treatments.
How long until I see visible results?

You will not see a result straight away. It takes 2-3 days* to begin working, and approximately 2-3 weeks* to see the full effect. If after 3 weeks you are not 100% satisfied, get in touch with us and we can book you in for a top-up treatment free of charge. *Alluzience® begins working within 24 hours so visible results may be seen sooner than with standard botulinum toxin-a products.
How long do the results last for?

Botox® and Azzalure® generally last 3-4 months. There will certainly be patients in which it lasts longer, in the 4–6-month range, or shorter, in the 2-month range. It is also common for first time users to notice that it may not last as long initially but may last longer after the second treatment. Alluzience® is an advanced botulinum toxin-a new wrinkle-relaxing injection launched by Galderma, the world’s largest independent dermatology company). It starts to work sooner than other standard botulinum toxin brands and can last up to 6 months. Individual lifestyle choices may affect the longevity of the treatment e.g. people who exercise a lot or are very expressive may find the effects fade faster.
What products do we use at Peppermint Clinic?

We use Botox®, Azzalure® and a fairly new product called Alluzience®. Alluzience® has the potential to last up to 6 months so you can reduce the number of treatments you undergo per year, but it is not suitable for all areas. If you have questions, please contact us to discuss the individual products in more detail or book a free consultation to come in and have all your questions answered and discuss your suitability for the treatment, your goals, and expectations in more detail.
Does it hurt?

Pain is very subjective and personal - how we feel pain varies a lot from person to person and from time to time, e.g. studies have shown that women rate pain significantly higher in menstrual and premenstrual phases than during the rest of their cycle. A small pinch or sting that you would expect from inserting a small needle into any part of the body and you may feel a brief stinging sensation. The site of injection also influences the sensation of pain e.g. injections around the lips might feel more sensitive than those on the forehead.
Pre-treatment do’s & don’ts

Schedule your appointment at least 4 weeks prior to any special event or holiday to allow time for complete healing and optimal results. Reschedule your appointment if you develop a rash, cold sore or blemish in the treatment area. You should avoid taking blood thinning medications and anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen for the 2 weeks leading up to your treatment. Also avoid aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John's Wort, and Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements. You may wish to consider taking arnica tablets, available from most pharmacies, for one week prior and one week post treatment can help reduce the risk of swelling and bruising. Avoid alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment. Alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising. Discontinue Retin-A two (2) days before and two (2) days after treatment.
Post-treatment do’s & don’ts

Avoid any strenuous activity or exercise for 24 hours after treatment. Avoid aggravating the injection site by rubbing or massaging the area. After 6 hours, you may gently wash the injection site but not before then. Avoid lying down for the first 4 hours post treatment. It is best to avoid alcohol for 24 hours post treatment. If possible, do not restart any blood thinning medication for several days after your treatment. If you are taking prescription blood thinning medication, please contact us to discuss your treatment options or book a free consultation to discuss this aspect of your treatment further. Avoid heat, tanning, self-tan, and tanning beds for 72 hours post treatment. Avoid any facials, laser treatments, or microdermabrasion for a minimum of 10 days following your procedure. If you are unsure about how long to wait before having a certain procedure, contact us or ask your practitioner during your appointment. Using a good sunscreen will protect the longevity of your treatment. Wearing sunglasses to reduce squinting will protect the longevity of your treatment.

The Science Behind It

RF Microneedling

Radiofrequency Microneedling combines mechanical microneedling with thermal energy to stimulate skin repair at a deeper level. The microneedles penetrate the skin, creating controlled micro-injuries. Simultaneously, radiofrequency energy is delivered into the dermis, which generates heat in the tissue. This heat stimulates neocollagenesis, elastin production, and collagen remodeling, promoting skin tightening and rejuvenation. The microchannels created by the needles allow for better absorption of topical products, enhancing overall treatment efficacy.

HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)

HIFU uses focused ultrasound waves to target the Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) layer, which lies deep in the skin. This is the same layer treated during a surgical facelift. The ultrasound energy causes thermal coagulation at precise depths within the SMAS, which induces collagen denaturation and contraction. The skin’s natural wound-healing process triggers neocollagenesis, resulting in long-lasting skin tightening and lifting. Additionally, HIFU can target subcutaneous fat cells, creating focal heat to disrupt adipocytes, which are then cleared by the body’s lymphatic system.

Breaking it Down

RF Microneedling

RF Microneedling uses tiny needles to make small, controlled holes in your skin. At the same time, it sends heat deep into your skin layers. This combination encourages your skin to heal, creating new collagen and elastin—the building blocks that make your skin firm and smooth. Over time, this leads to fewer wrinkles, tighter skin, and a more even texture.

HIFU

HIFU uses sound waves to go deep into your skin, reaching the layer that’s tightened during a facelift. The treatment heats up this deep layer, which makes your skin produce more collagen, helping it to lift, tighten, and firm over time. It also helps to melt away fat cells in areas like your jawline or body, which are naturally flushed out by your body, leaving your skin smoother and more toned.

Aesthetic Procedures and Treatments

Aesthetic Treatments

Dermal Fillers

Injectable Skin Treatments

Skin Treatments

Platelet-Rich Plasma

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Laser Treatments

Medical Procedures and Treatments

Lesion Removal

Medical Weight Loss

Pathology Tests

Sclerotherapy

Ear Wax Removal

Vitamin & Hayfever Treatments

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Downtime

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