When it comes to non-surgical facial sculpting, two standout technologies are leading the way: InMode Contoura and EMFACE®. Both are cutting-edge treatments designed to enhance your appearance without surgery or downtime - but they work in very different ways. Understanding what each one does, and who they’re best suited for, can help you make the right choice for your face, your goals, and your ageing journey.

 

InMode Contoura: Slim, Contour and Tighten

If your goal is to reduce facial fat, especially in areas like the lower cheeks (buccal fat area), jowls or under the chin, InMode Contoura may be the perfect starting point. This advanced system uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to gently heat the skin, causing collagen stimulation. Fatty deposits are then targeted with a second component of the machine - the MiniFX. MiniFX is a non-surgical treatment that helps reduce stubborn fat and tighten the skin under the chin, jawline and buccal fat area. It uses gentle heat and suction to open the pore of the fat cells, causing fat reduction in a safe and gentle manner.  The result is a firmer, tighter, and more sculpted appearance - without the need for invasive procedures.

 

 

InMode Contoura is particularly well-suited for people with fuller facial types or those experiencing age-related volume shifts. As we age, fat pads in the face can descend or accumulate in certain areas, creating a heavier, less defined look. By targeting and reducing this fat, InMode Contoura can reshape the facial contour and restore definition, especially along the jawline and lower face.

It’s also an excellent option for people who want visible face tightening without fillers or surgical lifting. And because the heat-based technology supports collagen and elastin renewal, many patients also enjoy smoother, more youthful-looking skin as an added bonus.

 

EMFACE®: Lift, Tone and Define

While InMode Contoura reduces and tightens, EMFACE® takes a completely different approach - one that builds and lifts from within. EMFACE® is the first facial treatment in the world to use HIFES (high-intensity facial electromagnetic stimulation) alongside synchronized radiofrequency (RF) to tone facial muscles and remodel skin, delivering a dual benefit: improved structure and rejuvenated skin.

 

 

The technology targets the elevator muscles of the face - primarily the cheeks, brow, eye area and under the chin - helping to restore volume and improve the overall lift of the face. Think of it like a workout for your facial muscles. Stronger elevator muscles mean better support for your skin, and that translates into a non-surgical facelift effect that looks both natural and long-lasting.

EMFACE® is ideal for those starting to experience facial laxity or sagging due to muscle weakening and collagen loss. It’s also well-suited to individuals who want more lift and contour but don’t have excess fat to lose - such as those with slimmer or more angular face shapes.

 

Different Needs, Different Treatments

So how do you decide between InMode Contoura and EMFACE®? It comes down to your unique facial structure, ageing pattern, and aesthetic goals.

• If you’re dealing with fullness, especially around the lower face, and you’re looking to slim down and tighten - InMode Contoura is likely the right fit.

• If you’re starting to see sagging or lack of definition and want to improve facial tone and lift - EMFACE® may be the better option.

• And for those seeking a complete, natural-looking transformation, the two can be combined for optimal results - sculpting where needed and lifting where it counts.

 

 

A Balanced Approach to Facial Rejuvenation

Both treatments play important roles in the world of non-invasive facial sculpting. While one reduces and defines, the other builds and supports. Together, they offer a more comprehensive approach to skin rejuvenation, muscle toning, and age-defying results.

With the right guidance, you don’t have to choose between sculpting or slimming - you can have both.

 

Curious which treatment is right for you?

Book a personalised consultation with Dr. Nina to explore how InMode Contoura, EMFACE®, or a custom treatment plan can help you achieve your most sculpted, youthful, and confident face yet.