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Arabian Post
3 days ago
- Health
- Arabian Post
Counterfeit and Refurbished Transducers Pose Serious Safety Risks
Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong Launches Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program This August Consumers Urged to Verify Ultherapy® Transducers Authenticity for Safe and Effective Treatments HONG KONG SAR & MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 June 2025 – Merz Aesthetics®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business for more than 115 years, leads the industry shift with Ultherapy PRIME®, the latest innovation in hyper-personalized, non-invasive skin lifting., which have earned the trust and support of medical aesthetics professionals and consumers in Hong Kong and Macau. Recently, the emergence of counterfeit and refurbished transducers in the local markets pose serious potential risks to treatment results and patients' safety. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong urges consumers to verify the authenticity of Ultherapy® products and seek treatments exclusively at authorized clinics. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong will launch the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August — making it easy for consumers to verify the Systems and transducers, reinforcing confidence and safety in every treatment. Trusted Technology, Proven Results — Beware of Counterfeit Transducers ADVERTISEMENT Ultherapy® and its latest innovation, Ultherapy PRIME® (collectively 'Systems'), are manufactured in the United States and remain the only US FDA cleared non-invasive micro-focused ultrasound skin lifting treatment with real-time visualization.. Ultherapy® DeepSEE® transducers are available in 4.5mm, 3.0mm, and 1.5mm depths to target different layers of the skin. The real-time imaging allows practitioners to visualize skin structure and tissue layers during treatment, ensuring that energy is precisely delivered to the intended depth of the skin for safe and effective results. Each Ultherapy® DeepSEE® transducer is designed to deliver a designated 2,400 dosage lines and cannot be recharged or refurbished once depleted. The recent emergence of counterfeit or refurbished transducers in the market has raised serious concerns over treatment results and patients' safety. Inaccurate energy delivery into the skin will compromise lifting results and create extremely high risks, potentially leading to burns. The use of counterfeit or refurbished transducers can also impair the Systems, potentially leading to unpredictable outcomes that may cause harm to patients. Authentic Transducers Are Traceable — Counterfeit Unknown Every Ulthera® DeepSEE® transducers carries a unique serial number and QR code, allowing it to be traced back to the purchasing clinic. Counterfeit or refurbished transducers often fail QR verification, raising questions about their origin and posing significant safety risks. In addition, every authentic transducer has a specified shelf-life which is12 months from the date of manufacture. Expired transducers should not be used, as they may result in unpredictable outcomes which can possibly harm or injure the patients because there is no clinical evidence to support the use of such expired transducers. Choose Only Authorized Ultherapy® Clinics ADVERTISEMENT Our official Ultherapy® website ( regularly updates the list of clinics and medical aesthetic centers that use authentic Systems and transducers. Each authorized provider receives official certificates for in-clinic display. Merz Aesthetics® urges consumers to choose authentic Ultherapy® treatments from officially authorized clinics and aesthetic centers to ensure that only certified Systems and transducers are used. Products obtained through unauthorized or parallel import channels may not comply with the manufacturer's prescribed storage and handling standards, potentially compromising safety and efficacy. 3-Step Verification Program Launches This August To help consumers easily identify authentic Systems and transducers, Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong is launching the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program in August 2025. With just three simple steps, consumers can authenticate products and enjoy a special reward: 1. Scan the QR code on the System to verify authenticity. Counterfeit machines typically lack valid QR verification. 2. Take a photo of the QR code on the transducer and upload it to the official website for instant verification. 3. Successfully complete both verifications to receive a HK$100 Häagen-Dazs coupon as your reward (limited quantities, available in Hong Kong only). Report Suspected Counterfeit or Refurbished Devices Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong will continue to take enforcement action against the sale or use of counterfeit version of the Ultherapy® and Ultherapy PRIME® systems, as well as unauthorized, refurbished, or counterfeit transducers. The company also warns against any unauthorized modifications or repairs of the Systems. Only authorized representatives and service centers, certified by the manufacturer, are properly trained and qualified to inspect, repair, or replace components of the Systems. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong believes that the patients' well-being and treatments safety are core values shared with its network of professional medical partners. We urge both providers and consumers to report any suspected use of counterfeit systems, counterfeit transducers, or refurbished transducers. Consumers are encouraged to consult the official Ultherapy® website ( for a list of authorized clinics before treatment. With the launch of the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August 2025, they can also complete a simple verification process to confirm that both the Systems and transducers are authentic ensuring every session is safe, effective, and provides piece of mind. Hashtag: #MerzAesthetics The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Ultherapy® /Ultherapy PRIME® Ultherapy® , The noninvasive Ultherapy® procedure is U.S. FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, on the eyebrow and under the chin as well as to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, with over 3 million treatments performed worldwide. Using micro-focused ultrasound energy with real-time visualization (MFU-V), Ultherapy® can see deep within the layers of the skin and enable treatment plan to be hyper-personalized. A single treatment provides results lasting up to one year with no downtime.1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Ultherapy PRIME® is the latest innovation version of Ultherapy®, recognized as the gold standard for non-surgical lifting and skin tightening. Learn more about Ultherapy® treatments at About Merz Aesthetics® Merz Aesthetics® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves — however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables, devices and skin care treatments designed to meet each patient's needs with high standards of safety and efficacy. Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics®' global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at References: 1. Ulthera® Instructions for SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432. 2. Park JY, et al. Customized Treatment Using Microfocused Ultrasound with Visualization for Optimized Patient Outcomes: A Review of Skin tightening Energy Technologies and a Pan-Asian Adaptation of the Expert Panel's Gold Standard Consensus. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2021;14(5): E70-E79. 3. Werschler WP, Werschler PS. Long-term efficacy of micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for lifting and tightening lax facial and neck skin using a customized vectoring treatment method. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(2):27-33. 4. Goldie K, Kerscher M, Fabi SG, Hirano C, Landau M, Lim TS, Woolery-Lloyd H, Mariwalla K, Park JY, Yutskovskaya Y. Skin Quality – A Holistic 360° View: Consensus Results. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Jun 14;14:643-654. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S309374. PMID: 34163203; PMCID: PMC8214518. 5. Sasaki G, Grossman J, Fabi SG, et al. Stimulation of Collagen Synthesis in Human Skin Following Microfocused Ultrasound Therapy. Presented at the ASDS 2018 Annual Meeting. 6. White WM, Makin IR, Barthe PG, Slayton MN, Gliklich RE. Selective creation of thermal injury zones in the superficial musculoaponeurotic system using intense ultrasound therapy: a new target for non-invasive facial rejuvenation. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2007;9(1):22-29. 7. Data on File.
The Sun
30-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Counterfeit and Refurbished Transducers Pose Serious Safety Risks
HONG KONG SAR & MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 June 2025 - Merz Aesthetics®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business for more than 115 years, leads the industry shift with Ultherapy PRIME®, the latest innovation in hyper-personalized, non-invasive skin lifting., which have earned the trust and support of medical aesthetics professionals and consumers in Hong Kong and Macau. Recently, the emergence of counterfeit and refurbished transducers in the local markets pose serious potential risks to treatment results and patients' safety. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong urges consumers to verify the authenticity of Ultherapy® products and seek treatments exclusively at authorized clinics. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong will launch the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August — making it easy for consumers to verify the Systems and transducers, reinforcing confidence and safety in every treatment. Trusted Technology, Proven Results — Beware of Counterfeit Transducers Ultherapy® and its latest innovation, Ultherapy PRIME® (collectively 'Systems'), are manufactured in the United States and remain the only US FDA cleared non-invasive micro-focused ultrasound skin lifting treatment with real-time visualization.. Ultherapy® DeepSEE® transducers are available in 4.5mm, 3.0mm, and 1.5mm depths to target different layers of the skin. The real-time imaging allows practitioners to visualize skin structure and tissue layers during treatment, ensuring that energy is precisely delivered to the intended depth of the skin for safe and effective results. Each Ultherapy® DeepSEE® transducer is designed to deliver a designated 2,400 dosage lines and cannot be recharged or refurbished once depleted. The recent emergence of counterfeit or refurbished transducers in the market has raised serious concerns over treatment results and patients' safety. Inaccurate energy delivery into the skin will compromise lifting results and create extremely high risks, potentially leading to burns. The use of counterfeit or refurbished transducers can also impair the Systems, potentially leading to unpredictable outcomes that may cause harm to patients. Authentic Transducers Are Traceable — Counterfeit Unknown Every Ulthera® DeepSEE® transducers carries a unique serial number and QR code, allowing it to be traced back to the purchasing clinic. Counterfeit or refurbished transducers often fail QR verification, raising questions about their origin and posing significant safety risks. In addition, every authentic transducer has a specified shelf-life which is12 months from the date of manufacture. Expired transducers should not be used, as they may result in unpredictable outcomes which can possibly harm or injure the patients because there is no clinical evidence to support the use of such expired transducers. Choose Only Authorized Ultherapy® Clinics Our official Ultherapy® website ( regularly updates the list of clinics and medical aesthetic centers that use authentic Systems and transducers. Each authorized provider receives official certificates for in-clinic display. Merz Aesthetics® urges consumers to choose authentic Ultherapy® treatments from officially authorized clinics and aesthetic centers to ensure that only certified Systems and transducers are used. Products obtained through unauthorized or parallel import channels may not comply with the manufacturer's prescribed storage and handling standards, potentially compromising safety and efficacy. 3-Step Verification Program Launches This August To help consumers easily identify authentic Systems and transducers, Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong is launching the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program in August 2025. With just three simple steps, consumers can authenticate products and enjoy a special reward: 1. Scan the QR code on the System to verify authenticity. Counterfeit machines typically lack valid QR verification. 2. Take a photo of the QR code on the transducer and upload it to the official website for instant verification. 3. Successfully complete both verifications to receive a HK$100 Häagen-Dazs coupon as your reward (limited quantities, available in Hong Kong only). Report Suspected Counterfeit or Refurbished Devices Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong will continue to take enforcement action against the sale or use of counterfeit version of the Ultherapy® and Ultherapy PRIME® systems, as well as unauthorized, refurbished, or counterfeit transducers. The company also warns against any unauthorized modifications or repairs of the Systems. Only authorized representatives and service centers, certified by the manufacturer, are properly trained and qualified to inspect, repair, or replace components of the Systems. Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong believes that the patients' well-being and treatments safety are core values shared with its network of professional medical partners. We urge both providers and consumers to report any suspected use of counterfeit systems, counterfeit transducers, or refurbished transducers. Consumers are encouraged to consult the official Ultherapy® website ( for a list of authorized clinics before treatment. With the launch of the Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August 2025, they can also complete a simple verification process to confirm that both the Systems and transducers are authentic ensuring every session is safe, effective, and provides piece of mind.
Web Release
10-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- Web Release
Merz Aesthetics® Announces Salma Hayek Pinault as First-Ever Global Brand Ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME, the Next Generation Platform for Nonsurgical Skin Lifting and Tightening Treatments
Web Release Selection Lifestyle By Editor_wr On Apr 10, 2025 Merz Aesthetics®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, is proud to announce world-renowned actress, director and producer, Salma Hayek Pinault, as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. Redefining the future in medical aesthetics, Ultherapy PRIME is an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform for personalized, non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.1,2 It is intended to lift and sculpt the skin of the upper face, lower face, neck and décolleté.1 It takes just one session, has no downtime, and delivers results that can last up to a year or more.1-3 With her unwavering commitment to authenticity, Salma Hayek Pinault trusts Ultherapy PRIME for a personalized, natural-looking lift, with results that can last up to a year or more .1-3 This collaboration reflects a shared belief in empowering individuals to look and feel their best to fuel confidence worldwide. Salma Hayek Pinault is a highly acclaimed, Academy Award-nominated actress and Emmy-winning director, also celebrated for her work as a producer. She passionately advocates for causes that align with her core values and beliefs and has long supported several leading nonprofit organizations. As a strong advocate for authentic self-expression and looking great at any age, she encourages others to embrace treatments that enhance their natural features. 'Self-care is essential. Years on screen have taught me to embrace my journey and seek treatments that enhance my natural beauty,' said Salma Hayek Pinault. 'Ultherapy PRIME boosts my production of collagen and elastin exactly where I need it*, giving me a long-lasting**, natural-looking lift. It's noninvasive, takes only one session, and has zero downtime. It is the future of beauty, and that's why I can't stop talking about it.'1-3,6 The Ultherapy PRIME platform is the evolution of Ultherapy® which has been recognized as the Gold Standard in non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.2 Built on Ultherapy®'s legacy of proven, natural-looking results, Ultherapy PRIME redefines the future of nonsurgical skin lifting and tightening by uniquely combining an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform with vivid real-time imaging.1 These advancements promote a safer and more effective, personalized lift that can last up to a year or more, paired with younger-looking skin.1-5 Since its September 2024 launch, Ultherapy PRIME has already been cleared in over 80% of our targeted markets, with more approvals expected in 2025.*** 'We are proud and excited about the recent launch of Ultherapy PRIME, our next-generation platform for non-invasive skin lifting and tightening and a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering meaningful innovations to our customers,' said Bob Rhatigan, CEO of Merz Aesthetics®. 'As we continue to expand the global footprint of this launch, we are thrilled to collaborate with Salma Hayek Pinault as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. At Merz Aesthetics® we empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty with confidence, and our collaboration with Salma Hayek Pinault compellingly embodies this purpose.' To learn more and find a provider near you, visit . Follow @Ultherapy on Instagram for the latest news from Ultherapy PRIME and Hayek Pinault. Comments are closed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Merz Aesthetics® Announces Salma Hayek Pinault as First-Ever Global Brand Ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME®, the Next Generation Platform for Nonsurgical Skin Lifting Treatments
Marking Salma Hayek Pinault's first aesthetics collaboration, the new Ultherapy PRIME campaign aims to set a new standard for the future of beauty and self-care, celebrating the transformative power of personalized, non-invasive skin lifting. RALEIGH, N.C., April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merz Aesthetics®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, is proud to announce world-renowned actress, director and producer, Salma Hayek Pinault, as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. Redefining the future in medical aesthetics, Ultherapy PRIME is an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform for personalized, non-invasive skin lifting.1,2 It is FDA-cleared to lift the skin on the neck, under the chin, and the eyebrows, as well as to smooth lines and wrinkles on the décolleté.1 Visible results can be achieved in just one session, with no downtime, and can last up to a year or more.1-3 With her unwavering commitment to authenticity, Hayek Pinault trusts Ultherapy PRIME for a personalized, natural-looking lift, with results that can last up to a year or more .1-3 This collaboration reflects a shared belief in empowering individuals to look and feel their best to fuel confidence worldwide. Hayek Pinault is a highly acclaimed, Academy Award-nominated actress and Emmy-winning director, also celebrated for her work as a producer. She passionately advocates for causes that align with her core values and beliefs and has long supported several leading nonprofit organizations. As a strong advocate for authentic self-expression and looking great at any age, she encourages others to embrace treatments that enhance their natural features. "Self-care is essential. Years on screen have taught me to embrace my journey and seek treatments that enhance my natural beauty," said Hayek Pinault. "Ultherapy PRIME boosts my production of collagen and elastin exactly where I need it, giving me a long-lasting*, natural-looking lift. It's non-invasive, takes only one session, and has zero downtime. It is the future of beauty, and that's why I can't stop talking about it."1-3,6 The Ultherapy PRIME platform is the evolution of Ultherapy® which has been recognized as the Gold Standard in non-invasive skin lifting.2 Built on Ultherapy®'s legacy of proven, natural-looking results, Ultherapy PRIME redefines the future of nonsurgical skin lifting by uniquely combining an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform with vivid real-time imaging.1 These advancements promote a safe and effective, personalized lift that can last up to a year or more, paired with healthier, younger-looking skin.1-5 Since its September 2024 launch, Ultherapy PRIME has already been cleared in over 80% of our targeted markets, with more approvals expected in 2025.** "We are proud and excited about the recent launch of Ultherapy PRIME, our next-generation platform for non-invasive skin lifting and a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering meaningful innovations to our customers," said Bob Rhatigan, CEO of Merz Aesthetics®. "As we continue to expand the global footprint of this launch, we are thrilled to collaborate with Hayek Pinault as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. At Merz Aesthetics® we empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty with confidence, and our collaboration with Hayek Pinault compellingly embodies this purpose." To learn more and find a provider near you, visit Follow @Ultherapy on Instagram for the latest news from Ultherapy PRIME and Hayek Pinault. About Merz Aesthetics® Merz Aesthetics® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves – however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables, devices and skin care treatments designed to meet each patient's needs with high standards of safety and efficacy. Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics®' global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at About Ultherapy® The Ulthera® System is FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, under the chin, and the eyebrows as well as to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolleté. Reported adverse events from post marketing surveillance are available in the Instructions for Use (IFU). Please see the IFU for product and safety information, and possible side effects at * Results can last up to a year or more3 **Ultherapy PRIME is currently unavailable in China, India, Azerbaijan, Russia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon References: Ulthera® Instructions for Use. Fabi SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432. Werschler WP, Werschler PS. Longterm efficacy of micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for lifting and tightening lax facial and neck skin using a customized vectoring treatment method. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(2):27-33. Pavicic T, Ballard JR, Bykovskaya T, et al. Microfocused ultrasound with visualization: consensus on safety and review of energy-based devices. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2022;21(2):636-647. Goldie K, Kerscher M, Fabi SG, Hirano C, Landau M, Lim TS, Woolery-Lloyd H, Mariwalla K, Park JY, Yutskovskaya Y. Skin Quality - A Holistic 360° View: Consensus Results. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Jun 14;14:643-654. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S309374. PMID: 34163203; PMCID: PMC8214518. Marquardt K, Hartmann C, Wegener F, Park JY, Halbert D, Hsu S, Hengl T. Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization Induces Remodeling of Collagen and Elastin Within the Skin. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jan;24(1):e16638 © 2025 Merz North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved. MERZ AESTHETICS is a trademark and/or registered trademark of Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA in the U.S. and/or certain other countries. ULTHERA, ULTHERAPY, and ULTHERAPY PRIME are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Ulthera, Inc. in the U.S. and/or certain other countries. Various features of the ULTHERA® System are covered by U.S. patents identified at Other U.S. and international patents to which Ulthera, Inc. has rights are issued, published, or pending. View source version on Contacts Media Contact Merz Aesthetics® Global Corporate Communications6501 Six Forks Road, Raleigh NC 27615919-302-3296media@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Merz Aesthetics® Announces Salma Hayek Pinault as First-Ever Global Brand Ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME, the Next Generation Platform for Nonsurgical Skin Lifting and Tightening Treatments
Marking Salma Hayek Pinault's first aesthetics collaboration, the new Ultherapy PRIME campaign aims to set a new standard for the future of beauty and self-care, celebrating the transformative power of personalized, non-invasive skin lifting and tightening. RALEIGH, N.C., April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merz Aesthetics®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, is proud to announce world-renowned actress, director and producer, Salma Hayek Pinault, as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. Redefining the future in medical aesthetics, Ultherapy PRIME is an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform for personalized, non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.1,2 It is intended to lift and sculpt the skin of the upper face, lower face, neck and décolleté.1 It takes just one session, has no downtime, and delivers results that can last up to a year or more.1-3 With her unwavering commitment to authenticity, Salma Hayek Pinault trusts Ultherapy PRIME for a personalized, natural-looking lift, with results that can last up to a year or more .1-3 This collaboration reflects a shared belief in empowering individuals to look and feel their best to fuel confidence worldwide. Salma Hayek Pinault is a highly acclaimed, Academy Award-nominated actress and Emmy-winning director, also celebrated for her work as a producer. She passionately advocates for causes that align with her core values and beliefs and has long supported several leading nonprofit organizations. As a strong advocate for authentic self-expression and looking great at any age, she encourages others to embrace treatments that enhance their natural features. "Self-care is essential. Years on screen have taught me to embrace my journey and seek treatments that enhance my natural beauty," said Salma Hayek Pinault. "Ultherapy PRIME boosts my production of collagen and elastin exactly where I need it*, giving me a long-lasting**, natural-looking lift. It's noninvasive, takes only one session, and has zero downtime. It is the future of beauty, and that's why I can't stop talking about it."1-3,6 The Ultherapy PRIME platform is the evolution of Ultherapy® which has been recognized as the Gold Standard in non-invasive skin lifting and tightening.2 Built on Ultherapy®'s legacy of proven, natural-looking results, Ultherapy PRIME redefines the future of nonsurgical skin lifting and tightening by uniquely combining an advanced micro-focused ultrasound platform with vivid real-time imaging.1 These advancements promote a safer and more effective, personalized lift that can last up to a year or more, paired with younger-looking skin.1-5 Since its September 2024 launch, Ultherapy PRIME has already been cleared in over 80% of our targeted markets, with more approvals expected in 2025.*** "We are proud and excited about the recent launch of Ultherapy PRIME, our next-generation platform for non-invasive skin lifting and tightening and a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering meaningful innovations to our customers," said Bob Rhatigan, CEO of Merz Aesthetics®. "As we continue to expand the global footprint of this launch, we are thrilled to collaborate with Salma Hayek Pinault as the first-ever global brand ambassador for Ultherapy PRIME. At Merz Aesthetics® we empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty with confidence, and our collaboration with Salma Hayek Pinault compellingly embodies this purpose." To learn more and find a provider near you, visit Follow @Ultherapy on Instagram for the latest news from Ultherapy PRIME and Hayek Pinault. About Merz Aesthetics® Merz Aesthetics® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients, and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves – however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables and devices designed to meet each patient's needs Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics®' global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at About Ultherapy® The noninvasive Ultherapy® procedure is intended for dermatological sculpting and lifting of the dermis on the upper face, lower face, neck and décolleté. The most common side effects reported in clinical trials were redness, swelling, pain and transient nerve effects. Reported adverse events from post-marketing surveillance are available in the Instructions for Use (IFU). Please see the IFU for product information. * The exact skin depth targeting occurs due to real-time visualization ** lasts up to a year or more ***Ultherapy PRIME is currently unavailable in China, India, Azerbaijan, Russia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon References: Ulthera® Instructions for Use. Fabi SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432. Werschler WP, Werschler PS. Longterm efficacy of micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for lifting and tightening lax facial and neck skin using a customized vectoring treatment method. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(2):27-33. Pavicic T, Ballard JR, Bykovskaya T, et al. Microfocused ultrasound with visualization: consensus on safety and review of energy-based devices. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2022;21(2):636-647. Goldie K, Kerscher M, Fabi SG, Hirano C, Landau M, Lim TS, Woolery-Lloyd H, Mariwalla K, Park JY, Yutskovskaya Y. Skin Quality - A Holistic 360° View: Consensus Results. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Jun 14;14:643-654. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S309374. PMID: 34163203; PMCID: PMC8214518. Marquardt K, Hartmann C, Wegener F, Park JY, Halbert D, Hsu S, Hengl T. Microfocused Ultrasound With Visualization Induces Remodeling of Collagen and Elastin Within the Skin. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025 Jan;24(1):e16638 © 2025 Ulthera, Inc. All Rights Reserved. MERZ AESTHETICS® is a trademark and/or registered trademark of Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA in the U.S. and/or certain other countries. ULTHERA, ULTHERAPY, and ULTHERAPY PRIME are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Ulthera, Inc. in the U.S. and/or certain other countries. Various features of the ULTHERA® System are covered by U.S. patents identified at Other U.S. and international patents to which Ulthera, Inc. has rights are issued, published, or pending. View source version on Contacts Media Contact Merz Aesthetics® Global Corporate Communications6501 Six Forks Road, Raleigh NC 27615919-302-3296media@ Sign in to access your portfolio
