A non-surgical face lift in Koh Samui means lifting and firming the face without incisions, using energy devices, threads or injectables instead of surgery. LIV Clinic, based in Bophut, offers several of these: HIFU, Ultraformer III, Thermage, Oligio, thread lift, the LIV Young Program, and collagen-stimulating injectables such as Sculptra. The right option depends on how much lift you want, how quickly you want to see it and how your skin behaves, which a doctor assesses at a free consultation.
Quick facts: non-surgical lifting at LIV Clinic
- Options: HIFU, Ultraformer III, Thermage, Oligio, thread lift, LIV Young Program, Sculptra, Juvelook, fillers
- Koh Samui: 1/63 Bophut · 11:00 to 20:00 · closed Wednesday · 065-996-4242
- First step: a free consultation with a personal assessment of your facial structure and skin
What can a non-surgical face lift do?
Non-surgical lifting treatments work on the skin and the tissues just beneath it. Most of them do one of three things: heat deeper layers to stimulate new collagen, support tissue from underneath with threads, or restore lost volume so the face looks lifted. Results are usually gradual and more subtle than surgery, and recovery is much shorter.
Who these treatments suit
These treatments tend to suit mild to moderate loosening of the skin: a softer jawline, slightly lower brows, early folds around the mouth or skin that feels less firm. For heavy sagging, a doctor will explain honestly what non-surgical options can achieve. LIV Clinic’s stated aim is natural-looking results that keep you looking like yourself, and its case reviews note that results may differ from person to person.
Non-surgical face lift options in Koh Samui at LIV Clinic
| Treatment | How it works | How LIV Clinic describes it |
|---|---|---|
| HIFU | Focused ultrasound heats chosen depths under the skin | Face lifting and V-shape; reduces wrinkles, helps lift the eyebrows, tightens excess skin |
| Ultraformer III | A HIFU device using focused ultrasound | Helps stimulate collagen and lift, tighten and define the facial contour |
| Thermage | Monopolar radiofrequency heats the skin’s layers | Facial lifting for sagging skin, wrinkles and fine lines; results can last from 6 months to 2 years |
| Oligio | Radiofrequency energy | Stimulates collagen to help tighten, firm and restore facial contour |
| Thread lift | Threads placed under the skin to lift and support tissue | Thread lifting without surgery |
| LIV Young Program | A LIV Clinic rejuvenation programme | Targets visible signs of ageing for a firmer, more lifted appearance |
| Sculptra and Juvelook | Injectables that stimulate the skin’s own collagen | Firmer, smoother-looking skin; Juvelook Volume also restores volume |
| Filler | Hyaluronic acid gel adds volume where placed | Adjusts face shape and lifts without surgery, for example temples and cheeks |
Energy-based lifting: HIFU, Ultraformer III, Thermage and Oligio
Energy-based treatments use heat to trigger the skin’s natural repair process, which produces new collagen over the following weeks and months. HIFU and Ultraformer III use focused ultrasound placed at defined depths, which makes them a common choice for lifting the brows and defining the jawline. Thermage and Oligio use radiofrequency, which heats the skin’s layers more broadly and is often chosen for firmness and smoother texture.
How long results last
According to Bausch Health, the maker of Thermage, its monopolar radiofrequency technology has been used in more than 5 million treatments worldwide. For Thermage, LIV Clinic states on its own pages that the results of a single treatment can last from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the person. A detailed comparison of the two main options is in the guide to HIFU vs Thermage.
Thread lift in Koh Samui
A thread lift places fine threads under the skin to lift and support the tissue. It is often considered by people who want a more visible lift than energy treatments give, without surgery.
Your doctor explains the thread type, recovery and aftercare at your free consultation.
Volume and collagen: Sculptra, Juvelook and fillers
With age, the face loses volume as well as firmness, and that loss can make the skin look lower than it is. Restoring volume in the right places, such as the temples or cheeks, can give a lifted look without any lifting device. LIV Clinic’s published case reviews include temple filler described as giving the upper face a smoother, contoured appearance.
Collagen stimulators
Collagen stimulators work more slowly. Sculptra, approved by the US FDA in 2009 for nasolabial folds and other facial wrinkles, helps the skin produce its own collagen, so the result builds gradually. The difference between the two approaches is explained in the guide to Sculptra vs filler.
How to choose the right treatment
Most people do not need to pick a treatment before they arrive. A free consultation at LIV Clinic covers:
- your concerns and goals;
- the treatment options and techniques available now;
- a personal assessment of your facial structure and skin condition;
- professional recommendations for your face, including whether to combine treatments.
Who will treat you
LIV Clinic is led by Dr. Narathai Vichienkalayarut, M.D., with Dr. Suchakan Rotsaranrom. The clinic describes facial sculpting as Dr. Narathai’s speciality, and his listed training includes the Recent Advances in Aesthetic Dermatology course at Mae Fah Luang University in 2020 and aesthetic and skin laser training at the Aesthetic Concept Academy. He speaks Thai and English. Read more on the About LIV Clinic page.
Planning around your stay
- Give results time: energy-based and collagen treatments build over weeks to months, so residents and longer-stay visitors can plan a series, while short-stay visitors may prefer treatments with a visible change sooner.
- Protect your skin from the sun: on a tropical island this matters after any skin treatment.
- Share your plans: tell the doctor about diving, massages and flights so the timing fits.
- Bring your history: previous fillers, threads or devices, medicines and allergies all affect the plan.
Book a consultation
Call LIV Clinic Koh Samui on 065-996-4242, message LINE @Livclinic, or use the LIV Clinic contact page. Google reviewers rate the clinic 4.9 from 318 reviews in Koh Samui.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most effective non-surgical face lift?
There is no single most effective option for everyone. Focused ultrasound such as HIFU is often used for lifting brows and jawline, radiofrequency such as Thermage for firmness and texture, threads for a more visible lift, and fillers or collagen stimulators for lost volume. A doctor’s assessment of your face decides the right option or combination.
How long does a non-surgical face lift last?
It depends on the treatment, your skin and your age. For Thermage, LIV Clinic states that results can last from 6 months to 2 years. Threads, fillers and collagen stimulators each have their own timeline, and maintenance sessions keep results going. Ask the doctor for the expected timeline of your plan.
Is there downtime?
Downtime is usually short compared with surgery. Energy treatments often cause temporary redness, and for a thread lift your doctor explains the thread type, recovery and aftercare at the consultation.
Can I combine HIFU, Thermage and a thread lift?
Treatments are often combined, for example energy-based tightening with filler or threads, because each works on a different part of the ageing process. The order and timing are a medical decision, made by your doctor after assessing your face.
Where is LIV Clinic in Koh Samui?
LIV Clinic’s main branch is at 1/63 Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320, open 11:00 to 20:00 and closed on Wednesdays. The second branch is at 116/16 Moo 1, Koh Phangan, open 11:00 to 20:00 and closed on Mondays.
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Koh Phangan: 116/16 Moo 1, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani 84280 · Tel 093-254-5259
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This article is general information, not medical advice. Results vary from person to person. A doctor will confirm whether treatment is suitable for you at your consultation.
References: Bausch Health, Thermage FLX news release (5 Sep 2026) · US FDA, Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data, Sculptra Aesthetic (2009) · LIV Clinic, Services, Case Review and About Us.