In a perfect world, our faces would remain unchanged once we hit our mid-30s. But alas, ageing brings less collagen production, fine lines, and wrinkles, leading to a less lifted appearance. If you’re opposed to the idea of going under the knife, let Mizu Aesthetic Clinic take the wheel and guide you toward your dream complexion.
Located within the luxurious ION Orchard, the clinic is one of the first practices in Singapore to offer the FDA-cleared Sofwave technology, a clinically proven skin-tightening treatment that requires no downtime and features minimal pain management. This ELLE Spa Awards winner is a non-invasive approach to rebuilding collagen, specifically designed to treat fine lines and wrinkles, leaving your skin looking revitalised after just one treatment. It’s safe for all skin types and ideal for anyone with skin laxity concerns or looking for general anti-ageing maintenance.
The Treatment Process
Upon entering Mizu Aesthetic Clinic, you’re greeted by a sophisticated colour palette of royal blues, whites, and dark woods, creating a chic and sleek atmosphere from the start. The warm welcome from the staff sets the tone for a comforting experience. After completing some paperwork, you’ll be ushered into the consultation room by one of Mizu’s doctors. They will examine your face and explain the treatment process in detail, providing a comprehensive overview of what to expect.
A nurse will cleanse your skin and take some photos of your bare face before guiding you to the treatment room. A topical numbing cream is applied and left on for at least 30 minutes to ensure comfort during the procedure. Some of the rooms even feature a small lounge area where you can relax or catch up on work while the numbing cream takes effect.
The doctor will then use the Sofwave device—a high-intensity, low-divergence ultrasound technology that focuses energy at a depth of 1.5mm. This proprietary technology creates micro-injuries to the mid-dermis, directly stimulating collagen production in the layer of skin that is crucial for tightening. Sofwave's high-frequency ultrasound beams create volumetric cylindrical thermal zones, resulting in targeted tissue heating, which induces immediate skin contraction and promotes the generation of new collagen. The integrated cooling mechanism in the handpiece protects the epidermis while allowing for higher energy output, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout the procedure.
Immediate and Lasting Results
You might feel a slight sting depending on your sensitivity, but the doctor and nurse maintain a gentle and reassuring presence during treatment. After the procedure, you’ll notice a firmer, lifted, plump, and refreshed visage. Some skin tightening can be seen right after due to the contractions from the heat generated under the skin by the treatment, but the actual results will become apparent as collagen continues to develop over the next 10 to 12 weeks. Best of all, only one treatment is typically needed, with results lasting around 12 months. With no redness or downtime, you’re able to leave the clinic right after treatment with no need to hide under a mask.
It’s no surprise that some of Singapore’s elite frequent Mizu Aesthetic Clinic. With its impeccable hospitality and effective medical aesthetic treatments like Sofwave—capable of treating areas such as the face, neck, abdomen, and knees—it’s the go-to destination for achieving your beauty goals.
Sofwave Treatment is priced from $1,962 (120 minutes). Mizu Aesthetic Clinic is located at #05-01 ION Orchard, Tel: 6634 4033.