Plastic surgery is having a moment. Deep plane facelifts, blepharo-plasties, and neck lifts are dominating TikTok feeds and Reels, and while I fully support the growing transparency around cosmetic procedures , going under the knife just isn’t for me right now. A more lifted, sculpted complexion, however? Very much my thing—which is exactly why I was tasked with testing the “Best Skin Tightening Treatment” category for our 2026 Holy Grail Beauty Awards .

During the testing process, I researched, reviewed, and tried a ton of different noninvasive treatments, from radiofrequency facials to microneedling, all in the pursuit of snatched skin, and there was one clear standout: Ultherapy Prime. Keep reading for my full Ultherapy Prime review plus all the important things to know about the treatment, according to a dermatologist and plastic surgeon.

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What is Ultherapy?…