PulseLift works on two aspects of facial ageing at the same time — the skin and the underlying facial muscles.It combines PCRF (Precision Constant Radio Frequency) to heat the skin and support collagen remodelling with HILFES (High Intensity Low Frequency Electric Stimulation) to create repeated facial muscle contractions.The treatment pads remain positioned over the selected areas for approximately 20 minutes, providing sustained RF heating alongside repeated muscle stimulation.

PCRF stands for Precision Constant Radio Frequency. Radio frequency gently heats the skin to support collagen remodelling and improve the appearance of firmness and fine lines. With PulseLift, the pads remain positioned over the selected treatment area throughout the approximately 20-minute treatment, providing sustained RF heating rather than a handpiece being continually moved between different areas of the face.

HILFES stands for High Intensity Low Frequency Electric Stimulation. It produces repeated contractions of the facial muscles to target muscle tone and facial definition. With PulseLift, you can see and feel these contractions continuing throughout the treatment, giving the selected facial muscles sustained stimulation during the approximately 20-minute session.

Traditional facial radio frequency usually uses a handpiece that is continuously moved across different areas of the face.PulseLift uses pads that remain positioned over selected treatment areas, providing sustained RF heating for approximately 20 minutes. At the same time, HILFES is stimulating the underlying facial muscles.This makes PulseLift particularly useful when we want to address both skin laxity and loss of facial muscle tone rather than treating the skin alone.

CACI uses gentle microcurrent delivered through probes that are moved around the face. It is a relaxing treatment and can be a good option for clients who prefer gradual facial toning and regular maintenance.PulseLift uses HILFES to produce repeated, stronger facial muscle contractions for approximately 20 minutes, while PCRF simultaneously heats the skin.The treatments therefore work differently. We generally favour PulseLift when lifting, firmness and facial definition are the main treatment goals, while CACI remains an option for clients who prefer a gentler approach.​PulseLift​CACITones MusclesYesYesLifts MusclesYesNoPromotes CollagenYes YesTightens SkinYesNoCan Slim the FaceYesNoTechnologyHILFES (High Intensity Low Frequency Electric Stimulation) with PCRF (Precision Constant Radio Frequency)MicrocurrentFull Face cost per Treatment£140.00£75.001st Course of Treatments£400.00 (4 treatments 1-2 weeks apart)£825.00.00 (12 treatments, 2 treatment a week)Maintenance per year£560.00 (4 per year)£825.00 ( 12 per year)

PulseLift is particularly suited to concerns associated with changes in skin firmness and facial muscle tone, including:Softer facial contours and jawlineJowls and loss of definitionReduced skin firmnessLoss of facial muscle toneFine lines and wrinklesGeneral facial ageing and laxityYour treatment can be tailored to concentrate on the areas that concern you most.

It can be difficult to know which option to book, which is why we recommend a consultation either before your appointment or on the day. We can assess your facial structure, areas of concern and any previous aesthetic treatments, then choose the most appropriate pad combination.Each PulseLift pad targets a different area:ForeheadTargets the forehead muscles and skin to support brow elevation, facial muscle tone and skin firmness.Under EyesTargets the eye area to improve skin firmness and muscle tone and help soften the appearance of fine lines and puffiness.Cheeks / Sides of the FaceOur most important area for overall facial lifting. These pads work the cheek area to support the mid-face, improve facial definition and help with the appearance of a softer jawline and jowls.ChinTargets the lower face and under-chin area to improve tone and definition. This can be particularly useful where the lower face and jawline are a concern.NeckThe neck is treated differently. We use radio frequency without muscle stimulationto target loose or crepey-looking skin and improve firmness. We don't aim to strengthen the superficial neck muscles; lifting the cheeks and lower face is generally more appropriate when facial and neck contour are the main concerns.UPPER FACE LIFTA good option for general facial lifting and one of our most cost-effective PulseLift treatments. Pads are positioned on the forehead and cheeks, targeting brow position, mid-face support, skin firmness and overall facial definition.LOWER FACE LIFTParticularly useful for clients concerned with the cheeks, jowls, jawline and under-chin area. Pads are positioned on the cheeks and chin.This can also be an option for clients who regularly have Botox in the forehead and would prefer us not to stimulate the treated forehead muscles.FULL FACE LIFTFor more comprehensive lifting and tightening, pads are positioned on the forehead, cheeks and chin. This is particularly useful when concerns include the mid and lower face, heavier jowls, reduced jawline definition or the under-chin area.EYE TREATMENTThe eye pads can be booked alone when the eye area is the main concern, or incorporated into a larger PulseLift treatment.Because the machine has five treatment outlets, we can combine the eye pads with either an upper-face treatment (forehead + cheeks) or a lower-face treatment (cheeks + chin) depending on your concerns.FACE LIFT + NECK TREATMENTOur facial lifting treatments already work on the structures above the neck to improve overall facial and jawline definition.Where there is also loose or crepey-looking neck skin, we can add dedicated radio frequency treatment to the neck. The neck pad uses RF for skin firming without the facial muscle-stimulation element.neck pad with just the Radio Frequency setting can help tighten the area. We can not use the muscle stimulation as this will tighten the neck muscles, pulling the jowls down. (Refer above for the specific action of the pads)

FIVE TARGETED TREATEMNT AREASPulseLift gives us the flexibility to work with five different treatment areas, allowing us to tailor the pad placement to your facial structure and concerns rather than using the same positioning for every client.Forehead — Supports forehead muscle tone and brow elevation while targeting skin firmness.Under Eyes — Targets the delicate eye area to support firmness and help soften the appearance of fine lines and puffiness.Cheeks — Our key area for overall facial lifting, targeting the mid-face, facial contours and the appearance of jowls.Chin — Targets the lower face and under-chin area to improve tone and definition.Neck — Uses PCRF radio frequency without muscle stimulation to target loose or crepey-looking skin and improve firmness.THREE MUSCLE STIMULATION MODESRather than treating every face in exactly the same way, PulseLift allows us to adjust the pattern of muscle stimulation according to your facial structure, muscle tone and treatment goals.MODE 1 — PREPA gentler twisting contraction pattern used at the beginning of treatment to warm up the facial muscles and gradually introduce the sensation of muscle stimulation.MODE 2 — TONEProduces stronger sustained contractions followed by relaxation. This is our main toning mode and is used to work the facial muscles more intensively.MODE 3 — SCULPTProduces faster, deeper sequential contractions. We use this mode selectively rather than routinely, particularly where a more dynamic treatment approach is appropriate.Not every client receives every mode. Your therapist selects the intensity, treatment mode and pad placement according to your facial structure and goals.That final sentence is important because it reinforces your bespoke approach.FINISH WITH GUA SHAEvery PulseLift facial is completed with a soothing Gua Sha massage.After the intensive muscle stimulation and RF treatment, Gua Sha allows us to calm the skin, support circulation and lymphatic drainage and release areas of facial tension that we want to relax rather than strengthen.We work around the muscles we've deliberately toned during PulseLift, concentrating instead on areas where tension can contribute to a tight or drawn appearance. It also gives you a relaxing finish to what is otherwise a very technology-led treatment.

Yes, but timing and pad placement are important.Botox works by temporarily reducing activity in selected facial muscles. With repeated treatment, those muscles can also become smaller or lose some volume over time because they are being used less.PulseLift works differently by stimulating facial muscle contractions. If you regularly have Botox, we can tailor your PulseLift treatment around the areas that have been injected. For example, we can avoid stimulating the forehead and concentrate on the cheeks, lower face and chin, where improving muscle tone and facial support may be more beneficial.We don't recommend using PulseLift over recently injected Botox-treated muscles. Your therapist will discuss when you had your injections, which areas were treated and select the most appropriate pad placement.Please tell us about any recent Botox or other injectable treatments before your PulseLift appointment.

Some clients notice a change in facial tone and definition following their first treatment, but PulseLift is generally recommended as a course of treatments for more progressive results.Our usual initial course is four treatments approximately 1–2 weeks apart, followed by maintenance treatments approximately every three months.The frequency can be adjusted depending on your starting point and individual response.

You will feel warmth from the radio frequency and repeated contractions of the facial muscles. The muscle stimulation can feel unusual at first, particularly as the intensity increases, but most clients become accustomed to the sensation during treatment.Some clients notice a tingling, vibrating or sensitive sensation around the teeth or gums during facial muscle stimulation. This is caused by the electrical stimulation being felt through the surrounding facial area and doesn't necessarily relate to having sensitive teeth. It is temporary and stops when the stimulation stops.If you find this uncomfortable, we can adjust the intensity and use a dental roll between the lip and teeth, which can help buffer the sensation.The radio frequency produces a controlled warming sensation. As with any RF treatment, there is a small risk of excessive heating or a superficial burn, which is why we monitor your skin and comfort throughout treatment and adjust the settings where necessary.PulseLift involves no needles or anaesthetic, and most clients find the treatment very manageable.

There is normally no downtime following PulseLift.Your skin may look slightly flushed or feel warm immediately after treatment due to the radio frequency, but this generally settles quickly and you can usually return to your normal routine straight away.

Some clients notice an immediate improvement in facial tone or definition following treatment.Changes associated with skin remodelling are more gradual, which is why we generally recommend a course rather than judging the treatment from one session alone. Results and the time taken to see them will vary between individuals.

Unfortunately not all treatments are for everyone. Please check our contraindications list to make sure you avoid disappointment. https://www.ecoskinclinic.co.uk/post/pulselift-contraindications-after-care

Only vegan products are used in this treatment. The only waste with this treatment are the disposable electrodes. To help reduce waste each client has their own set of electrodes. These are placed in the sterile sleeve they come in with your name on it. They will be used up to 4 times before being disposed of. At this time they cannot be recycled. We are in talks with the manufacturers to help reach a solution for less waste.