The New Year often brings a renewed desire for self-care. For many of us, it’s the season for redefining personal goals, refreshing our routines, and yes, upgrading our appearance in a subtle, and naturally beautiful way. If you’ve been thinking about tightening a slightly softened jawline, lifting lax skin around the brows, or reclaiming a sharper, more youthful profile, 2026 may be the year you finally achieve it.

But do you really need surgery to make meaningful changes? Not anymore!

Sofwave®, one of the most advanced non-surgical skin-tightening technologies available today, is reshaping what’s possible in aesthetic medicine, all without incisions, anesthesia, or downtime. Whether your goal is to rejuvenate your jawline, lift your brows, or improve overall skin firmness, Sofwave delivers powerful, natural-looking results. The start of a new year is the perfect time to reveal a fresher, more defined version of you!

What Is Sofwave®? The Next Generation of Non-Surgical Skin Tightening

Unlike older laser skin tightening technologies that were either too shallow to be effective or too aggressive to be comfortable, Sofwave® uses Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam Technology (SUPERB™). This method delivers heat safely and precisely into the mid-dermis, stimulating collagen and elastin production where your skin needs it most.

The goal? A lifted, firmer, and tighter appearance with no disruption or damage to the epidermis and no social downtime.

FDA Clearances You’ll Care About

Sofwave is FDA-cleared to:

  • Lift the eyebrows
  • Lift lax tissue of the submental (under-chin) and neck areas
  • Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
  • Sofwave™ was also recently FDA-cleared to smooth the appearance of cellulite!

This makes Sofwave a powerhouse option for full-face rejuvenation and profile enhancement.

How Sofwave® Works: The Science Behind the Lift

As skin ages, it becomes thinner, less elastic, and less able to hold structure because collagen production slows dramatically after age 30. Sofwave targets this process using ultrasound energy to create controlled thermal injury zones in the mid-dermis. These micro-injuries kickstart neocollagenesis, your body’s natural repair response. In turn, collagen and elastin production are stimulated, and skin heals tighter and firmer over time.

Benefits of Sofwave’s SUPERB™ Technology

  • Precision targeting: Unlike other ultrasound systems, Sofwave is uniquely designed to deliver energy evenly across the skin, ensuring reliable results.
  • Built-in cooling: The Sofcool™ system protects the surface of the skin, making treatment comfortable and safe.
  • One-session results: Most patients achieve significant lifting and tightening after just one treatment.
  • No downtime: You can return to work, workouts, and daily activities immediately.

Clients often describe the sensation as quick pulses of heat with minimal discomfort; far more tolerable than many previous-generation skin-tightening devices. Refinery Skin Clinic also offers Pro-Nox® to make Sofwave even more comfortable. Pro-Nox® is a patient-controlled pain and anxiety management system that delivers a gentle 50/50 blend of oxygen and nitrous oxide. It works quickly to take the edge off discomfort during aesthetic treatments, and the effects wear off within minutes, allowing you to drive yourself home afterward.

What Areas Can Sofwave® Treat?

One of the reasons Sofwave has become so popular is its versatility. At Refinery Skin Clinic, clients commonly choose Sofwave for:

  • Jawline contouring
  • Lifting a heavy or hooded brow
  • Softening neck laxity (“tech neck” or early jowling)
  • Under-chin tightening
  • Overall facial tightening and fine-line reduction
  • Cellulite reduction

If you’ve ever looked at a selfie and thought, “My jawline used to be sharper,” or, “I wish my brows were just a bit more lifted,” Sofwave may be your perfect solution!

Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Sofwave®?

Sofwave is excellent for clients who want noticeable improvement without the commitment or recovery associated with surgery.

You may be a great Sofwave candidate if you:

  • Are experiencing mild to moderate skin laxity
  • Want to delay or avoid surgical lifting procedures
  • Prefer a natural, subtle enhancement rather than a dramatic change
  • Have good overall skin health, but want to improve firmness and definition
  • Are looking for a prejuvenation or maintenance treatment to slow aging

This technology works beautifully for adults in their 30s through 60s, making it both a preventative and corrective solution.

If your laxity is more advanced, the expert team at Refinery Skin Clinic may recommend scheduling a consultation with our medical director, double board-certified ENT/Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Christopher Tolan.

What Results Can You Expect With Sofwave®?

Sofwave produces progressive, natural changes by stimulating your body’s own collagen and elastin production. Results develop gradually over 3–4 months, with many patients continuing to see improvements for up to 12 months post-treatment.

Visible improvements may include:

  • A lifted brow and more open eye appearance
  • A sharper, more sculpted jawline
  • Reduced skin laxity under the chin
  • Smoother, firmer skin overall
  • Diminished fine lines and wrinkles
  • A rejuvenated profile that still looks like you—just fresher

Most clients see results in as little as 6 weeks, with continued improvement for up to 1 year.

How Long Do Sofwave® Results Last?

Because Sofwave boosts natural collagen, results typically last 1-2 years, depending on age, skin health, and lifestyle. Many clients choose to have two treatments in their first year, then repeat Sofwave annually as part of their preventive aging routine. Think of it as “collagen banking”—a strategic way to stay ahead of visible aging.

Your Experience at Refinery Skin Clinic: Why Expertise Matters

Not all Sofwave treatments are created equal. The precision of Sofwave technology is only as effective as the clinician guiding it. That’s why choosing an expert provider is essential, especially when you’re treating delicate areas like the face and neck. Refinery Skin Clinic’s team of Sofwave providers has all received advanced training and are certified to safely and effectively use this innovative technology to achieve the best results for our clients.

In fact, Refinery Skin Clinic’s owner and founder, Rebecca Suess, MSN, RN, APRN, CNP, AGPCNP-BC, CPSN, CANS, ISPAN-F, was recently featured in a Haute Living article discussing the importance of precision and preventative aging. Her inclusion is no accident—Rebecca is widely respected in the industry for her mastery of non-surgical rejuvenation procedures and technologies, including Sofwave. Click here to read the article!

Why Choose Refinery Skin Clinic for Sofwave?

  • Advanced training & certification: Providers undergo rigorous training and certification, and continuously update their techniques as new research and techniques emerge.
  • Customized protocols: Your provider adjusts depth, pulses, and treatment mapping based on your unique anatomy and goals.
  • Safety-first approach: Precision matters, especially around the jawline and brow. You deserve a provider who understands advanced facial anatomy.
  • Integration with full-face aesthetic planning: You’ll receive a treatment plan that may include skincare, injectables, or laser options to optimize results.
  • Treatment Comfort: We proudly offer Pro-Nox® discomfort management upon request and for a nominal fee.
  • Realistic expectations, real results: Refinery Skin Clinic never overpromises. Instead, we deliver strategic, data-driven outcomes.

What to Expect During a Sofwave® Treatment at Refinery Skin Clinic

Your Sofwave journey begins with a detailed consultation to evaluate your skin quality, degree of laxity, and aesthetic goals. If you are deemed a good candidate for Sofwave, you will either proceed with your treatment that same day or schedule it for a future date. Photos are taken to track your results over time.

During Treatment

  • A topical numbing cream is applied to clean skin for added comfort.
  • After numbing, ultrasound gel is placed on the skin to allow smooth movement of the device.
  • The Sofwave handpiece glides across treatment areas, delivering controlled ultrasound pulses.
  • Most appointments take 45–60 minutes, depending on the number of areas treated.

After your treatment, you can drive yourself home, return to work, and resume normal activities right away.

Sofwave® vs. Other Skin Tightening Treatments: Why It Stands Out

If you’ve researched skin tightening before, you may have come across devices like Ultherapy®, Thermage®, or radiofrequency microneedling. While each has benefits, Sofwave has quickly become a client favorite for a few key reasons:

  • Comfort – Sofwave is far more comfortable than many ultrasound-based technologies.
  • Consistency – Parallel beam technology ensures even energy distribution—leading to predictable results.
  • Safety – The built-in Sofcool™ system protects the epidermis, reducing the risk of burns or complications.
  • Efficiency – One treatment. Minimal time commitment. Long-lasting collagen stimulation.

These factors are why so many clients consider Sofwave the “sweet spot” of non-surgical skin tightening and lifting.

Sofwave® and Combination Treatments: The Most Powerful Way to Rejuvenate Your Profile

While Sofwave excels on its own, it can be strategically paired with other advanced treatments offered at Refinery Skin Clinic for enhanced results.

Popular combinations include:

Your provider will design a customized treatment roadmap tailored to your facial contours, skin condition, goals, and timeline.

Why the New Year Is the Perfect Time for Sofwave®

There are a few reasons clients love beginning the year with Sofwave:

  • It’s a fresh start for your collagen production.
  • Results peak just in time for spring and summer photos.
  • It sets the tone for a year of intentional, strategic self-care.

If you’re already reevaluating your fitness, nutrition, or professional goals, why not give your skin the same thoughtful attention? Your face is part of your first impression, online and in person. A lifted brow, tightened jawline, and refreshed profile can make you look more energized, engaged, and confident heading into the year ahead!

Ready to Update Your Profile for 2026? Your Sofwave Journey Starts at Refinery Skin Clinic

Whether you want to subtly lift your jawline, prevent early signs of aging, or regain youthful definition without surgery, Sofwave may be the perfect solution.

But more importantly, who performs your treatment matters just as much as the device itself.

At Refinery Skin Clinic, you’ll receive the kind of precision-driven, patient-centered care that has earned our clinic its reputation as one of Minnesota’s top destinations for non-surgical rejuvenation. With expert Sofwave providers (now recognized in industry publications!), like Jordan Peters, RN, Denise Bona, APE, and Niki McCarthy, APE, you can trust that your treatment will be safe, strategically planned, and results-driven.

Schedule Your Sofwave Consultation Today!

Call (952) 479-0915 or text (952) 479-0603 to get started, or book your consultation online!

Start the New Year with a refreshed, lifted, more confident version of you!