Thermage | Ulthera | Oligio: Which machine makes your face look smaller?

The "moon face" or "smaller face" trend is very strong on social media apps, so patients want to know which of these three programs is best for making their face look smaller.

if asked Thermage, Ulthera, or Oligio Which treatment will make your face look smaller? I have to say that all three programs are effective. Each has its own advantages, and the doctor will choose the best one based on the patient's problems and needs.

Thermage This treatment focuses on tightening the skin and reducing subcutaneous fat, especially for those with sagging face or accumulated fat, such as a double chin or chubby cheeks. After the treatment, the face will appear firmer, the jawline will be more defined, and the face will look smaller.
Ulther This treatment is suitable for patients who require deep lifting to the SMAS layer (subcutaneous muscle layer). It's ideal for those with sagging skin who want a facelift and a more defined V-shape face.
Oligo It's a Radio Frequency (RF) technology similar to Thermage but gentler, making it suitable for patients who want a skin tightening treatment at an affordable price and achieve a natural-looking face contour.

Want to know how it works to make your face look smaller? Scroll down below.

This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to recommend any specific innovation/technology. Please schedule an appointment with a doctor for a detailed assessment and advice.

Ulthera treatment clinic at CDC, near the expressway, price.

How much does Ulthera Prime cost? (At the CDC clinic near the expressway.)

How can a facelift device make your face look smaller?

From a medical standpoint. A smaller face results from skin tightening procedures and the removal of some subcutaneous fat. This can be explained by two main factors: addressing the underlying skin structure and reducing excess fat tissue, as follows:

Skin tightening

When skin sags, such as around the jawline, cheeks, or chin, skin tightening technologies such as ultrasound energy can be used. Ulther Or radio frequency energy. Thermage Oligo It will help stimulate Collagen and elastin The deeper layers of the skin contract and rebuild, resulting in a lifting effect on the upper skin surface, a more defined facial contour, and an overall face-slimming effect.

Fat Reduction

The double chin and cheek area are often caused by some accumulation of fat under the skin. Thermal technologies, such as... Thermage หรือ Oligo This method uses the principle of delivering heat energy to the subcutaneous fat layer, gently stimulating fat metabolism (lipolysis). This reduces subcutaneous fat, resulting in a slimmer and smaller facial appearance in certain areas.

Both procedures not only reduce facial size but also strengthen the skin structure, making it firmer and helping to improve overall facial contours. The suitability of the procedure will depend on the specific problem, such as sagging skin or excess fat. A doctor's assessment will help select the most appropriate technology.

Latest price comparison table (estimated based on the area of work)

Area to be treated (approximate amount)	Thermage FLX (USA)	Ulthera SPT / Prime (USA)	Oligio / Oligio X (Korea)
Around the eyes (Treatment for drooping eyelids / wrinkles around the eyes)	30,000 – 35,000 THB (Thermage Eye 225/450 shots, green tip)	10,000 – 18,000 THB (100 – 200 lines, 1.5mm head depth)	10,000 – 15,000 THB (Oligio Eye 100-300 shots)
All over the face, or cheeks + double chin. (Tightens facial contours / Firms skin)	35,000 – 50,000 THB (300 – 450 shots, purple tip)	29,000 – 48,000 THB (300 – 400 Lines)	Oligio: 15,000 – 20,000 THB Oligio X: 20,000 – 25,000 THB (300 shots)
Entire face + neck (Defines facial contours / Reduces neck wrinkles)	70,000 – 90,000 THB (900 shots, purple head)	45,000 – 75,000 THB (500 – 700 Lines)	Oligio: 25,000 – 35,000 THB Oligio X: 35,000 – 45,000 THB (600 shots)

Compare the features to choose the one that best addresses your skin problems.

To get an overview of which device is worth your money, take a look at this feature comparison table.

Comparison topics	Thermage FLX (Top-of-the-line RF treatment)	Ulthera (Top-of-the-line Ultrasound)	Oligio X (Thermage twin from Korea)
Skin problems that are addressed	Sunken face, oily skin, loose and sagging skin, large pores, need skin tightening.	Sagging face due to aging, undefined jawline, drooping eyebrows; want a non-surgical facelift.	Similar to Thermage, but more suitable for those on a budget or who are very afraid of pain.
Pain during the procedure.	A deep, burning pain (like having something hot pressed against your skin).	The pain is a dull, sharp, deep ache that penetrates the muscle layers (many people say it's the most painful of the three).	Much less painful than Thermage (Oligio X has a dual cooling system, making it much more comfortable for the skin).
Duration of effect	1-2 months (lasts 1-1.5 years)	1-3 months (lasts up to 1 year)	1 month (lasts 6 months – 1 year, may require more frequent treatments than Thermage)
Value for money (summary)	Worth it for people. The face has a lot of flesh. If you want firm, toned skin, do this once a year.	Worth it for people. Sagging face I want a facelift, done once a year.	It's worth it for those who want Thermage-like results, but... I'm afraid of pain and want to save money.

💡 Additional advice:
If you have problems with both sagging and loose skin, you can combine treatments (e.g., Ulthera 300 lines + Oligio 300 shots) for approximately 40,000 – 50,000 baht. This will provide comprehensive lifting and skin tightening results at a more cost-effective price than doing Thermage + Ulthera alone.