HIFU Frozen · Non-surgical facelift · Alcabideche, Cascais

Hifu frozen face in Cascais

Microfocused ultrasound reaches the deep layers of the skin, including the SMAS — the same layer a surgical facelift works on. It redefines facial contour and the lower third of the face without a scalpel and without downtime. The Frozen difference is in the cooling: it protects the skin's surface while delivering energy at depth, without the burn of classic HIFU. If you're looking for Hifu Cascais, you've found the right place.

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Facial contour redefined after HIFU Frozen facial in Alcabideche, Cascais.

HIFU Frozen Facial in Summary

  • TechnologyMicrofocused ultrasound (HIFU) Frozen P23 · 600W
  • Layers that it deals withDermis (2 to 3 mm) and SMAS (4.5 mm)
  • Recommended forSagging of the lower third of the face, jawline, jowls, and fine lines.
  • SensationComfortable. Cryoprotection eliminates the need for anesthetic in most cases.
  • DowntimeZero. Returning immediately to social life.
  • ResultsImmediate tightening effect. Permanent results after 2 to 3 months.
  • ProtocolDefined in the evaluation. I don't work with fixed packages.
  • LanguagesPortuguese · Spanish · English

What is a HIFU Frozen facial?

HIFU Frozen facial is a non-surgical lifting treatment. It uses focused high-intensity ultrasound to generate thermal coagulation points at precise depths in the skin. This energy penetrates the surface without damaging it and concentrates where it matters: in the dermis and SMAS, the muscular-aponeurotic layer that supports the face.

By heating this tissue to between 65 and 75 °C in micropoints, HIFU triggers the neocollagenesis.The natural production of new collagen and elastin. No volume is added from the outside. It is the skin itself rebuilding its support fibers from the inside. That's why the effect looks organic: you gain firmness progressively, without the "operated" look.

HOW IT WORKS INSIDE THE SKIN

A depth for every objective.

HIFU uses transducers that deliver energy at predefined depths. It's not about "passing the device over." It's about choosing the right layer for what your skin needs.

  • 2-3 mm Superficial and middle dermis It restructures the skin's matrix, softens fine lines, and refines pores.
  • 4.5 mm SMAS, the supporting layer It contracts the aponeurotic tissue. This is where the lifting effect on the contour and double chin originates.
  • 65-75 °C Controlled stimulus The temperature at the micropoints awakens the fibroblasts and triggers the production of new collagen.

Is this the right treatment for your skin?

You want structural prevention...

  • You feel the lower third of your face "drooping," with a less defined jawline.
  • A double chin or sagging skin appears on the neck without visible excess fat.
  • Skin typically loses firmness and density between the ages of 35 and 40.
  • Do you want structural prevention before sagging sets in, between the ages of 25 and 35?
  • Are you looking for a facelift without surgery, without a scalpel, and without downtime?

We carefully assess whether

  • There is very advanced sagging with excess skin, which may require medical intervention.
  • Is there pregnancy, breastfeeding, or implants/devices in the area?
  • Have you recently had fillers or threads done? In that case, we define a safe interval.

That's why the session always begins with an assessment. The cosmetic profile, phototype, and the actual condition of your skin determine if HIFU can be used and at what depth.

Areas of the face treated: Forehead and between the lines, eye contour, malar (cheekbones), nasolabial fold, jawline, double chin and neck.

What changes when HIFU is done here?

HIFU is not the treatment. It's a tool within your protocol.

I don't work with pre-packaged treatments. Before applying the handpiece, I open your cosmetic profile, including your age, phototype, habits, and sun protection, and I assess your skin with a magnifying glass when necessary. Only then do I decide if HIFU is appropriate, in which areas, and at what depth.

In practice, HIFU is rarely used alone. I combine it with what each skin type requires: you can combine it with fractional radiofrequency to work on texture, microneedling and active ingredients to increase density, or a hydration and photoprotection protocol that prepares the tissue to better conduct ultrasonic energy. The equipment is the same for everyone. What changes the result is the clinical criteria.

Lourdes Jazmin Leguizamon · cosmetologist and dermatocosmetologist · certified HIFU Frozen operator

What results can you expect, and when?

I'll be honest with you: HIFU doesn't give you the results of surgery. What it does is progressive structural firmness, built by your own collagen. This is the real timeline.

  1. Session day Immediate tightening effect due to the contraction of collagen fibers you already have. There is no significant edema, so you can go out and continue with your day.
  2. Weeks 2 to 4 Neocollagenesis begins. The skin starts to gain density subtly.
  3. Months 2 to 3 The final results are consolidated: firmer contours, denser skin, and a more even texture.
  4. Afterwards The ideal maintenance and frequency are determined during the assessment, according to your skin type and your goals.
Results

Visible and progressive results

HIFU works progressively, stimulating the skin's internal regeneration.

1
Initial lifting effect Immediately after the session
2
Progressive results Between 30 and 90 days
3
Continuous improvement Up to 6 months

The skin becomes visibly firmer, toned, and rejuvenated.

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Ready for firmer skin

HIFU facial is a leading solution in aesthetic technology, ideal for those who want rejuvenated, toned skin without signs of sagging.

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Final value according to the protocol defined in the evaluation.

HIFU, radiofrequency, or microneedling: which one is right for you?

They are not competitors. They solve different problems and often combine within the same protocol. This table helps you understand where each one fits in.

CriterionHIFU FrozenFractional radiofrequencyMicroneedling
It operates primarily inSMAS and deep dermisDermis (heat + microneedles)Superficial dermis
Best forSagging, contouring, liftingFirmness and textureDensity, marks, pores
Depth2 a 4.5 mmVariable (microneedles)Superficial
DowntimeZeroMinimum1 to 2 days
Full result2 to 3 monthsProgressiveProgressive

How to book your session

  1. 1

    First assessment

    The assessment is free if you book a service on the same day (otherwise, €20). This is where I determine if HIFU is right for you.

  2. 2

    Book via Setmore or WhatsApp

    Choose a time slot online or talk to me directly via WhatsApp Business.

  3. 3

    Customized protocol

    I design your plan based on your skin type and goals, documenting it session by session.

Where to find me

My clinic in Alcabideche

Household
2 min walk from Pingo Doce Cascais–Castelhana · 6 min drive from Cascais city center
Opening hours
Monday to Saturday · 10:00 – 19:00
Last booking at 6:00 PM · Closed on Sundays

What My Clients Say

Testimonials

Each review reflects genuine care, transformed skin and a unique experience — all at Lourdes Estética in Cascais.

"I spontaneously booked an anti-ageing treatment with Lourdes today. The beautician is very nice and competent, the treatment was very pleasant and relaxing. My skin feels wonderful afterwards. Thank you very much 🌺…"

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Petra Anti-ageing

"A very good experience! Lourdes is a very competent, attentive and very dedicated professional. Highly recommend!!!!"

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Lucinha Lobo Lourdes Experience

"An excellent professional, very friendly. Highly recommend, she knows what to do for the client's skin."

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Lara Rodrigues Anti-ageing
FAQs

Questions about HIFU in Cascais

Does HIFU hurt?
The P23's unique Frozen technology creates a cold barrier on the skin's surface. This neutralizes the burning sensation of classic HIFU and, in most cases, eliminates the need for anesthetic. You will feel warmth and some tingling deep down, but it is comfortable and tolerable.
When will I see results?
There is an immediate tightening effect on the day of the session due to the contraction of existing collagen. Definitive results are consolidated between 2 and 3 months, as the skin produces new collagen.
How many sessions do I need?
I don't work with fixed packages. The number of sessions and the frequency are determined during the assessment, based on your skin, age, and goals.
Is there a downtime?
Zero. There is no significant swelling or redness, so you can immediately return to your social and professional life.
Is it safe? What equipment do you use?
I use the Frozen HIFU P23, a device compliant with EU Regulation 2022/2346 (License 7545-PS). Cryoprotection makes the risk of superficial burns virtually nonexistent, even on sensitive skin.
HIFU or radiofrequency?
HIFU goes deeper (SMAS) and is the preferred choice for sagging and contouring; fractional radiofrequency works on texture and firmness in the dermis. They are often combined. An assessment determines what your skin needs.
How much does a HIFU facial cost in Cascais?
From €100. The final price depends on the area and the personalized protocol defined during the assessment; I don't work with fixed prices or pre-defined packages.
What are the contraindications for HIFU Frozen?
I carefully assess cases of very advanced sagging with excess skin (which may require medical intervention), pregnancy or breastfeeding, implants or devices in the area to be treated, and recent fillers or threads; in these cases, we define a safe interval before the session. Therefore, an initial assessment is always mandatory.