Aging happens gradually. Over time, declining collagen and elastin can lead to skin laxity, fine lines, and a loss of firmness in the face, neck, and other areas of the body.
Sofwave™ is a non-surgical ultrasound treatment designed to stimulate the skin's natural collagen-remodeling process, helping to tighten, lift, and improve skin quality without incisions or significant downtime.
At Cabo Plastic Surgery, Sofwave is particularly valuable for patients who are beginning to notice skin laxity but do not need — or are not ready for — surgical correction. Results develop gradually, creating a refreshed appearance rather than an obvious change.
The goal is not to make you look different. It is to help you look naturally refreshed, firmer, and more like yourself.
We believe non-surgical rejuvenation should enhance your appearance without changing what makes you look like yourself. Sofwave supports this philosophy by stimulating your natural collagen-remodeling process to gradually tighten and strengthen the skin.
The key is choosing the right treatment at the right time. Sofwave can be an excellent option for mild to moderate skin laxity, while more advanced aging may be better addressed surgically.
| Treatment | Sofwave™ skin tightening. |
|---|---|
| Technology | Synchronous ultrasound energy (SUPERB™). |
| Purpose | Tighten skin, improve firmness, and stimulate collagen remodeling. |
| Common areas | Face, eyebrows, jawline, under the chin, neck, and upper arms. |
| Anesthesia / comfort | Sedation for full face and neck at Cabo Plastic Surgery. |
| Treatment time | Approximately 45–60 minutes for full face and neck. |
| Downtime | Minimal skin downtime. |
| Typical plan | Often one session; additional treatment may be recommended. |
| Results | Develop gradually as new collagen forms. |
| Maintenance | Additional treatments as needed based on aging, skin quality, and goals. |
Sofwave™ is a non-surgical ultrasound treatment that stimulates collagen and elastin remodeling to improve skin firmness and laxity.
It uses SUPERB™ (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) technology to deliver controlled ultrasound energy approximately 1.5 mm into the mid-dermis, where collagen remodeling is stimulated while the skin's surface is protected by integrated cooling.
Over the following weeks and months, this natural remodeling process gradually firms, tightens, and improves the quality of the skin — without incisions or significant downtime. Unlike treatments that add volume or surgically reposition tissues, Sofwave works by stimulating your skin's natural collagen-remodeling process.
Sofwave™ is designed primarily for mild to moderate skin laxity and signs of collagen loss. It can help improve:
Sofwave is best suited to early or moderate signs of skin laxity.
Your consultation is ultimately about determining whether Sofwave is the right treatment for your anatomy — not simply whether you can have it.
Your treatment begins with a careful evaluation of your skin quality, degree of laxity, facial anatomy, treatment goals, and expectations. We will determine whether Sofwave™ is appropriate and which areas are most likely to benefit.
The Sofwave handpiece delivers controlled ultrasound energy methodically across the selected areas, while integrated cooling helps protect the skin's surface. A full face and neck treatment typically takes approximately 45–60 minutes.
Full face and neck Sofwave is performed with sedation administered by an anesthesiologist, allowing you to remain comfortable throughout the treatment.
Sofwave™ delivers ultrasound energy into the dermis and can be uncomfortable, particularly when treating the full face and neck.
At Cabo Plastic Surgery, we approach comfort differently. Full face and neck Sofwave treatment is performed with sedation administered and monitored by an anesthesiologist, rather than relying on topical numbing alone. This allows you to relax comfortably while your personalized treatment is performed.
Because sedation is used, you will need a responsible adult to drive you home, and we recommend keeping the remainder of the day light. Our goal is not simply an effective treatment, but a comfortable, medically supervised experience from beginning to end.
Sofwave™ requires minimal skin downtime. Mild redness, warmth, or slight swelling may occur immediately after treatment and typically improves within several hours. Most patients can resume normal skincare and makeup the same day.
Because full face and neck treatment here includes sedation, your recovery that day is influenced more by the sedation than by Sofwave itself. You will need someone to drive you home, and we recommend resting for the remainder of the day.
After treatment, continue good skincare and daily sun protection. There are generally no prolonged activity restrictions related to the Sofwave treatment itself.
Sofwave™ results develop gradually, as your body produces and remodels collagen following treatment.
Improvements may include firmer, tighter-looking skin, softer fine lines and wrinkles, improved jawline and neck definition, subtle eyebrow lifting, and smoother overall skin quality.
Sofwave does not stop the aging process. Future maintenance can be personalized according to how your skin changes over time. The goal is gradual, natural-looking improvement — not an artificial or overtreated appearance.
Sofwave™ is non-surgical and generally well tolerated when performed in appropriately selected patients, but all energy-based treatments carry potential risks.
Sofwave may not be appropriate for everyone. Your medical history, skin condition, treatment area, and any implanted devices or previous procedures should be reviewed before treatment. Careful patient selection and individualized treatment planning are an important part of reducing risk and achieving a safe, appropriate result.
The technology matters, but how it is used — and who is guiding your treatment — matters just as much. Our approach combines:
Dr. Roberto López Konschot brings more than 20 years of surgical experience and detailed knowledge of facial anatomy to the practice's overall approach to facial rejuvenation. Sofwave is not treated as a one-size-fits-all procedure — it is one option within a personalized approach to helping you age naturally and confidently.
Sofwave can be uncomfortable because ultrasound energy is delivered into the dermis. At Cabo Plastic Surgery, full face and neck treatments include sedation administered and monitored by an anesthesiologist, allowing for a significantly more comfortable treatment experience.
Many patients can achieve meaningful improvement with one treatment. Depending on your degree of skin laxity, response, and goals, an additional session may be recommended.
Some improvement may become noticeable within several weeks, with continued tightening and firming as collagen remodeling progresses over approximately 2–3 months.
Results vary according to age, skin quality, degree of laxity, and the natural aging process. Maintenance treatment can be personalized as your skin continues to change over time.
Skin downtime is minimal. Temporary redness, warmth, or mild swelling may occur. Because full face and neck treatment here includes sedation, you will need someone to drive you home and should plan a quiet remainder of the day.
No. Sofwave is best suited to mild to moderate skin laxity. Significant jowling, neck laxity, or deeper tissue descent may be better treated surgically. Your consultation helps determine which approach is most appropriate for your anatomy and goals.
Not necessarily. Results depend on patient selection, degree of skin laxity, treatment technique, and the energy delivered. In some cases, settings may be kept more conservative because of patient discomfort, which can potentially affect the treatment delivered.
Here, full face and neck Sofwave is performed with sedation administered by an anesthesiologist, allowing patient comfort to be managed independently while treatment follows the individualized plan. However, limited results can also mean that the degree of laxity is beyond what a non-surgical treatment can reasonably correct.
Both use ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen, but they deliver that energy differently and at different tissue depths. Sofwave uses parallel ultrasound beams delivered within the mid-dermis, while Ultherapy uses microfocused ultrasound at selected deeper tissue depths. Neither technology is automatically better for every patient.
Yes. Sofwave has an FDA-cleared indication for improving upper-arm skin laxity. Other body areas may be considered based on your anatomy and treatment goals, although not every body application has the same FDA-cleared indication.
No. Sofwave uses ultrasound energy, not laser or intense pulsed light. Its SUPERB™ technology delivers controlled energy into the dermis to stimulate collagen remodeling.
Yes. Sofwave can be incorporated into a broader rejuvenation plan with treatments that address volume, pigmentation, texture, or other aspects of facial aging. The combination should be individualized rather than following the same treatment plan for every patient.
We believe pricing should be clear and transparent from the beginning.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Full face & neck Sofwave™ | $3,500 USD |
Includes sedation administered and monitored by an anesthesiologist. Treatment of additional body areas is priced individually according to the area being treated, its size, and your personalized treatment plan.
Your exact treatment plan and cost will be confirmed during your consultation. Post-treatment follow-up consultations are included at no additional charge.
Sofwave™ can be especially convenient for patients who live in or travel to Los Cabos, because the skin itself requires minimal downtime and generally allows a quick return to normal activities.
For patients traveling from outside the area, a virtual consultation may be arranged before your visit to discuss your concerns, goals, and whether Sofwave is likely to be appropriate. Your treatment plan is finalized after an in-person evaluation.
Because full face and neck Sofwave includes sedation, you will need a responsible adult to accompany you home after treatment and should keep the remainder of the day free for recovery. We also recommend maintaining daily sun protection and good skincare while enjoying Los Cabos.
If you are considering Sofwave and want to know whether non-surgical skin tightening is appropriate for you, we invite you to schedule a personalized consultation.
You will receive an honest assessment of your skin, the degree of laxity, and the treatment most likely to achieve your goals — whether that is Sofwave or another approach.
Schedule a ConsultationThe information provided on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for an individual medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment recommendation.
Results, candidacy, treatment plans, recovery, and potential risks vary from patient to patient. During your consultation, your medical history, anatomy, skin quality, degree of laxity, and individual goals will be evaluated to determine whether Sofwave™ or another treatment is appropriate for you. Individual results may vary.
Last updated: September 2026. Medically reviewed by Dr. Roberto López Konschot, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.