● FACIAL SKIN TIGHTENING
Lipofirm MED+ combines Tri-Polar radiofrequency and Dynamic Muscle Activation to lift, tighten and tone facial skin and muscles, with results that build over a course of treatment.
40–60 minutes
Warm and comfortable
No downtime
6–12 treatments
FACIAL SKIN TIGHTENING
Facial skin tightening at Clinic 33 is designed to address loss of firmness and elasticity at source, rather than masking visible changes. Using advanced energy-based technology — with Lipofirm MED+ as our leading skin tightening treatment — we stimulate collagen regeneration, strengthen weakened tissue and improve facial definition without surgery.
For patients looking to tighten deeper structural layers or address more significant elasticity loss, HIFU may be discussed as an alternative option during consultation.
Treatment typically lasts around 40–60 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
Lipofirm MED+ is very well tolerated. The treatment delivers controlled heat alongside gentle muscle stimulation. Most patients describe the sensation as warm and comfortable rather than painful.
There is no downtime associated with Lipofirm MED+. Mild facial redness may be present immediately after treatment but usually settles within a few hours.
Tri-Polar radiofrequency stimulates collagen and elastin production through controlled thermal stimulation. Visible improvements in firmness typically develop after the first few sessions, as collagen stimulation builds over time. A course of treatments is required to achieve and maintain optimal results, with the skin gradually appearing tighter, smoother and more lifted as treatment progresses.
Improving skin firmness, refining the jawline, enhancing muscle tone and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for patients with implanted medical devices such as pacemakers. Suitability will always be assessed during consultation.
No treatment preparation is required.
A course of 6 to 12 treatments is typically recommended, depending on skin condition, treatment area and individual response.
Over time, collagen and elastin production naturally slows, leading to changes in skin firmness, texture and definition. Factors such as facial movement, gravity, hormonal changes and environmental exposure all contribute to this process.
Once skin structure begins to weaken, topical skincare alone is limited in what it can achieve. Effective tightening requires targeted energy delivery beneath the skin surface to stimulate the skin’s deeper regenerative processes and encourage new collagen production.
Our approach focuses on gradual, natural improvement, strengthening skin structure and supporting long-term skin integrity.
Lipofirm MED+ is our leading non-surgical treatment for facial skin tightening. It combines advanced Tri-Polar radiofrequency with Dynamic Muscle Activation to improve skin firmness while also enhancing underlying muscle tone.
Controlled heat is delivered into the dermal layers, causing immediate collagen contraction while stimulating longer-term collagen and elastin production. At the same time, gentle muscle stimulation supports firmness and contour beneath the skin.
This dual-action approach improves skin elasticity, refines facial definition and enhances overall skin quality. Results build progressively across a structured course of treatments, with visible changes often noticed earlier than with deeper ultrasound-based treatments such as HIFU, while continuing to improve with ongoing sessions.
Lipofirm MED+ is commonly used to treat the jawline, lower face, cheeks and neck and is suitable for patients looking to improve firmness, definition and skin quality, or maintain facial structure as part of a long-term skin strategy.
Effective skin tightening relies on clinical experience, judgement and precision, not just technology. At Clinic 33, treatments are delivered by experienced practitioners with advanced knowledge of facial anatomy, skin structure and how tissue responds to energy-based treatments.
Every treatment plan is built following individual assessment, allowing us to tailor treatment choice, intensity and course length to the person in front of us rather than applying a standard protocol. This ensures outcomes are appropriate, realistic and focused on long-term skin integrity.
Clinic 33 is trusted across Brighton & Hove for clinically led, non-surgical aesthetic treatments delivered with care, safety and measurable, natural results.
Speak with our team in Brighton to discuss your skin concerns and find the right treatment plan for you.
Specialists in Body Contouring and Skin Rejuvenation
The UK's Longest Running Fat Freezing Clinic
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8 private treatment rooms
Over 12,000 treatments since 2013.
I’d tried everything before Clinic 33. This is the first place that actually explained why a treatment would work for my body, not just sold it to me.
Sarah M.
Body contouring
Considered, unrushed, and genuinely results-driven. Kevin talked me through three options before we picked the right one for my skin.
James O.
Skin tightening
Twelve years of visiting other clinics and none came close. The consultation alone told me they knew exactly what they were doing.
Priya K.
Cellulite reduction
How long does the treatment take?
A typical session lasts around 45–60 minutes, making it easy to fit into your day, even during lunch breaks.
Is there any downtime needed?
There is no downtime associated with Lipofirm MED+. Mild facial redness may be present immediately after treatment but usually settles within a few hours.
Will my skin peel or be red afterwards?
There is no downtime with Tri Polar radio frequency, though you will be slightly red in the face for a couple hours post treatment.
What will the results be?
Tri Polar is the most advanced form of radio frequency currently available, radio frequency stimulates the production of collagen and elastin through controlled heat trauma. Results are noticeable after the first session (though a block is needed). Your skin will appear and feel tighter and lifted.
