"Non-surgical facelift" is the broadest aesthetic medicine category — and the most confusing. There are dozens of technologies promising similar results. This honest guide compares each option in Medellín 2026 (HIFU, radiofrequency, threads, fillers) so you can decide based on data, not marketing.
Comparison Table of All Technologies
| Technology | Sessions | Duration | Approximate price (Medellín) | Pain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultraformer MPT (HIFU) | 1 (annual) | 12-18 months | $2.5M-$3.8M COP | Mild-moderate |
| Ultherapy (HIFU) | 1 (annual) | 12-18 months | $5M-$9M COP | Moderate |
| Radiofrequency | 6-10 weekly | 3-6 months | $400K-$500K each | Very low |
| PDO threads | 1 | 9-12 months | $2.5M-$5M COP | Moderate |
| Permanent threads | 1 | 2-3 years | $5M-$10M COP | Moderate-high |
| Strategic fillers | 1 (every 12-18mo) | 12-18 months | $1M-$3M per zone | Mild |
HIFU: Ultraformer MPT and Ultherapy
Pros: reaches SMAS layer (real lifting), 1 annual session, lasting result.
Cons: mild-moderate pain (especially Ultherapy), best result requires 3 months wait.
Ideal for: structural lifting, mild-moderate sagging in patients 30-65 years.
Ultraformer MPT vs Ultherapy: similar result, Ultraformer MPT 50% cheaper and more comfortable in Medellín.
Radiofrequency
Pros: very comfortable (warm massage sensation), no downtime, good progressive result, accessible price per session.
Cons: requires 6-10 weekly sessions, doesn't reach SMAS, more textural improvement than structural lifting.
Ideal for: skin quality improvement, mild sagging, comfortable monthly maintenance.
Tensor Threads
Pros: immediate visible lifting, good for jawline definition, single session.
Cons: moderate pain in placement, possible bruising, threads can be felt under skin in initial weeks, technique-dependent (high quality variation between practitioners).
Ideal for: visible immediate jawline definition. Less recommended for fearful patients due to invasion.
Strategic Fillers
Pros: immediate results, restores lost volume, reversible (with hyaluronidase if needed).
Cons: not real lifting (volumization), repetitive cost, can produce unnatural look if overdone.
Ideal for: volume loss in cheekbones, lateral commissure, lower lip. Complement of other lifting techniques.
How to Decide Which Is Best for You
Quick decision flowchart:
- Mild structural sagging + want maximum durability + can pay 1 session: Ultraformer MPT.
- Just want skin quality improvement + low pain + monthly investment: Radiofrequency.
- Want visible immediate change in jawline + don't fear minor invasive procedures: PDO threads.
- Volume loss is dominant problem: Strategic fillers.
- Severe sagging with skin excess: Surgery is the only effective option.
- Want overall best result: Combine Ultraformer MPT (structural base) + Radiofrequency (monthly maintenance) + Strategic filler.
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Free consultationFrequently asked questions
What's the best non-surgical facelift in Medellín?
Ultraformer MPT (HIFU) for structural lifting. Combine with other treatments for total result.
How much does it cost?
Ultraformer MPT $2.5M-3.8M COP. Other technologies vary widely.
Can I combine multiple technologies?
Yes, ideally. Each addresses different aging components.