Sofwave
In Tribeca, NYC
La Reservé Aesthetics and wellness offers sofwave, an FDA-cleared ultrasound treatment that lifts and tightens skin without needles or incisions. The treatment works beneath the surface to encourage your body’s own collagen renewal, so changes develop gradually and look like you. Many clients choose it as a way to refresh the brows, jawline, and neck while keeping their normal routine.
What Is Sofwave?
Sofwave is a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that delivers focused ultrasound energy to the mid-dermis, the layer where collagen and elastin fibers live. This controlled energy triggers a natural repair response that rebuilds supportive tissue over time. It is FDA-cleared for lifting the eyebrows, the area under the chin, and the neck, as well as for improving facial lines and wrinkles.{video:20075|A sofwave medical device set up in our treatment room, alongside a white bathrobe and other equipment on the counter.}
What Does Sofwave Treat?
Sofwave lifts and tightens without needles or downtime. It treats:
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Fine lines and wrinkles
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Sagging or heavy eyebrows
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Loose skin under the chin and on the neck
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Loss of jawline definition
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Crepey skin on the décolletage
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Early skin laxity on the cheeks
How the Ultrasound Technology Works
The device uses parallel ultrasound beams that heat tissue at a precise depth of about 1.5 millimeters while an integrated cooling system protects the skin’s surface. Because the energy stays in the mid-dermis, the outer skin remains intact. Treatable areas include the forehead and eyebrows, cheeks, jawline, neck, and décolletage, and a sofwave Body option is available for areas below the neck.
Planning Your Treatment
- Your Personal Consultation
Your visit begins with a private conversation about your goals, lifestyle, and the areas you would like to address. A practitioner evaluates your skin laxity and texture to determine whether sofwave suits your concerns. Together, you shape a plan that reflects the results you want to see.
- Protecting Your Skin Beforehand
In the weeks before treatment, avoid sunburn and tanning so your skin arrives in a calm, healthy state. Use daily sunscreen and limit prolonged sun exposure on the areas you plan to treat. Let your practitioner know about any recent treatments to the same area.
- Arriving on Treatment Day
Come to your appointment with clean skin, free of makeup, lotions, and heavy skincare products. This allows the ultrasound gel and handpiece to make even contact with the treatment area. Wearing comfortable clothing helps you relax during the session.
Inside a Sofwave Session
- Cleansing and Gel Application
Your practitioner cleanses the treatment area thoroughly to remove any remaining oils. A layer of ultrasound gel is then applied to help the energy travel smoothly into the skin. This preparation takes only a few minutes.
- Mapping the Treatment Zones
The practitioner identifies the specific zones that will receive energy based on your plan. Mapping ensures even coverage across areas such as the brows, jawline, or neck. It also allows the treatment to follow the natural contours of each area.
- Delivering the Ultrasound Energy
The handpiece glides across each zone, releasing pulses of ultrasound energy while cooling the skin’s surface. Most clients describe a warm, tingling sensation as each pulse is delivered. The full session generally lasts 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the area.
- Finishing Touches Before You Leave
Once all zones are treated, the gel is gently wiped away. Your practitioner reviews aftercare guidance and answers any final questions. You can then head back to work or your plans for the day.
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Aftercare and Returning to Routine
Sofwave requires no downtime, and makeup can be applied right after your session. For the first 24 hours, protect the treated skin with sunscreen and avoid excessive heat such as saunas or hot workouts. Continuing gentle skincare and daily sun protection supports the collagen renewal process.
When Results Appear
Improvement develops gradually over 3 to 6 months as new collagen forms beneath the skin. Many clients notice firmer contours and softer lines building week by week rather than all at once. Results can last 1 to 2 years, and an annual maintenance session is recommended to sustain them.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
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Adults with mild to moderate skin laxity on the face, brows, jawline, or neck
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People of any skin type, as the treatment is suitable for all skin tones
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Those who prefer a non-surgical approach without needles or incisions
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Clients in good general health with realistic expectations about gradual change
Benefits of Sofwave
Sofwave Pricing
In Tribeca, NYC
Sofwave treatments in New York, NY typically range from $2,500 to $4,500 per session, depending on the areas treated and the size of each zone. Smaller areas such as the brows usually fall at the lower end, while full face and neck plans sit higher. Pricing varies by provider, anatomy, and treatment plan.
Why Choose La Reservé
At La Reservé Aesthetics and wellness, every sofwave plan is built around your goals rather than a fixed package. Our practitioners focus on natural-looking change and deliver treatments in a private, tranquil setting designed for discretion. Clients can pair sofwave with other services on our menu, including Neurotoxins, PRP, and Skin Rejuvenation, under one coordinated plan.
Sofwave Questions Answered
What does Sofwave feel like?
Most clients feel a warm, tingling sensation as each ultrasound pulse is delivered. The built-in cooling system helps keep the skin’s surface comfortable throughout the session.
How many Sofwave sessions will I need?
Many clients see meaningful improvement after one session as collagen rebuilds over the following months. Your practitioner may suggest annual maintenance to keep results going.
Can Sofwave be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Sofwave can be paired with services such as Rejuran – Injectable, PDRN, or an Express Laser Facial. Your practitioner can sequence treatments so each one complements your overall plan.
Can Sofwave treat areas on the body?
Yes, sofwave Body applies the same ultrasound technology to areas below the neck. Some clients also consider Morpheus8 Body, and your practitioner can explain which option fits your concerns.
Is Sofwave safe for darker skin tones?
Sofwave has been clinically studied across a range of skin types. The energy targets the mid-dermis while the surface is cooled, which helps protect pigment in the outer skin.
