Onda Pro Overview Table
- Sessions Required
4 and up
- Duration of Results
Several months; fat reduction is longer-lasting when weight is maintained
- Downtime
No downtime
- Session Duration
30–60 minutes depending on number of areas
- Treats
- Stubborn fat · Double chin · Cellulite · Loose skin · Jawline and body contouring
Onda Pro is a non-invasive body and facial contouring treatment that uses Onda Coolwaves™, a patented controlled microwave energy to target stubborn fat, improve the appearance of cellulite, and support skin tightening. It has gained a following in Korean clinics for its ability to address multiple body concerns simultaneously, without surgery, needles, or downtime.
Unlike many body contouring treatments that target fat alone, ONDA Pro also stimulates collagen to improve skin firmness and quality. With specialised handpieces for the body and face, it can be customised to sculpt areas such as the abdomen, thighs and arms.
A dedicated facial handpiece is designed specifically for the double chin and jawline, helping reduce the appearance of a double chin while creating a more defined jawline.
What Can Onda Pro Treat?
Onda Pro addresses four distinct concerns, each targeting a different layer of the skin and tissue.
Cellulite
Cellulite forms when fibrous bands beneath the skin pull downward, creating a dimpled surface. Onda Pro is designed to target these bands, which may help smooth the skin above over a course of sessions.
Double chin and jawline definition
A dedicated shallow-action handpiece targets fat beneath the chin and along the jawline, helping create a more defined lower face without surgery or downtime.
Skin Tightening
As energy passes through the skin, collagen fibres contract for an early firming effect, with continued collagen remodelling over the following weeks for gradual improvement in firmness and tone.
Stubborn fat on the body
Onda Pro delivers microwave energy to fat beneath the skin in areas resistant to diet and exercise (the stomach, inner thighs, upper arms, and bra line) which the body gradually clears over the following weeks.
How Does Onda Pro Work?
For fat reduction – face and body slimming
Onda Coolwaves™ microwave energy passes through the skin surface and is absorbed selectively by fat cells, as fat absorbs this specific frequency of microwave energy far more readily than surrounding skin or tissue. Roughly 80% of the energy targets the fat layer beneath the skin, heating the fat cells to a point where they break down. The body then clears the treated cells naturally over the following weeks, the same way it processes any other cellular waste.
The skin surface itself stays comfortable throughout, as an integrated cooling system runs continuously during treatment, keeping it protected while the energy works deeper below.
For skin tightening and cellulite
The heat from Onda’s microwave energy also reaches the skin’s structural layer, where collagen lives. Collagen fibres respond to heat by contracting, which produces an early firming effect. Over subsequent weeks, the skin is stimulated to produce fresh collagen and then regenerate over the following weeks for progressive tightening and tone.
For cellulite, the same energy loosens the fibrous bands pulling the skin downward, smoothing the surface over time. Research supports this mechanism, showing the dense collagen bands responsible for cellulite’s dimpled texture break down and are gradually replaced by finer, more flexible collagen.
What’s the Difference Between Onda Pro and HIFU?
Onda Pro works on fat, cellulite, and skin quality, which typically manifests through stubborn fat pockets, dimpled texture, or skin that’s lost some firmness. HIFU targets the deeper structural layer to create a lifting effect; suited to sagging or a loss of definition along the jawline and neck.
Neither technology is better than the other as they serve different needs. Speak to a doctor to assess your suitability.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Onda Treatment?
Onda Pro is not a weight loss treatment. It is a body refinement and contouring treatment, and works best for those with localised, stubborn fat deposits that haven’t responded to diet and exercise, or those with cellulite and mild to moderate skin laxity on the face or body.
To assess your suitability and help you get the most out of your Onda Pro treatment, your Onda Pro consultation at SL Aesthetic Clinic will include a caliper test and body fat scan to measure your pinchable fat layer and overall body fat percentage.
As a general guide, suitable candidates have at least 1cm of pinchable fat in the double chin area, or at least 2cm in body areas such as the abdomen or thighs. Those with more than 6cm of pinchable fat may not achieve optimal results with Onda Pro and would be guided toward other options.
Contraindications include pregnancy, active skin infections, and certain electronic or metallic implants. A consultation is required to assess suitability.
How Much Is Onda Pro In Singapore?
Onda Pro at SL Aesthetic Clinic is priced from $400 per session.
If you are curious whether Onda Pro is right for your concerns, the best next step is a consultation. Our doctors will assess the areas you want to address, walk you through a realistic treatment plan, and let you know if Onda Pro, or a combination approach, is suitable for you.
SL Aesthetic is a provider of aesthetic treatments in Singapore. Our experienced team of cosmetic professionals are committed to helping you achieve your goals. We offer calf slimming for those who wish to improve the appearance of their legs.
Book a consultation with us to find out more about calf slimming treatment, and whether it is the perfect treatment for you to achieve your desired legs.
FAQ
Is Onda Pro's microwave energy the same as a microwave oven?
They use a similar frequency, but the way that energy is delivered is very different.
A microwave oven emits energy freely into an enclosed space – it bounces around inside the metal walls until it’s absorbed by whatever’s inside, which is why the oven shuts off the moment you open the door.
For Onda Pro, the energy travels between a central electrode and a surrounding return electrode, so it’s contained within a controlled depth and area – it doesn’t spread randomly into surrounding tissue. The handpiece is also designed to only emit energy while it’s in full contact with the skin, stopping automatically if contact is broken.
In short: same general frequency, but Onda Pro’s delivery is contained and depth-controlled, rather than freely dispersed.
Is Onda Pro a fat reduction treatment or a body contouring treatment?
Both. In the same session, it is designed to reduce localised fat, smooth the appearance of cellulite, and support skin tightening, making it more comprehensive than treatments that address fat alone.
How long does an Onda Pro session take, and what does it feel like?
A typical Onda Pro session takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the number of areas treated. You’ll feel warmth and mild pressure while the built-in cooling runs throughout – most patients find the procedure comfortable, with typically no downtime.
How many Onda Pro sessions do I need for visible results?
Most patients complete 4-6 sessions, spaced 2-4 weeks apart, for best results. Early improvements in skin texture may be noticeable within 2-4 weeks, with more visible slimming and tightening typically appearing between 4-8 weeks. Individual outcomes may vary.
Can Onda Pro be used on the face as well as the body?
Yes. The dedicated facial handpiece is specifically designed for facial use at a shallower, facial-safe depth, particularly for double chin treatment and jawline contouring.
What treatments work for cellulite?
Cellulite is one of the more difficult concerns to treat non-invasively. Onda Pro directly targets the fibrous bands beneath the skin responsible for pulling the surface downwards, making it an appropriate non-invasive option for improving the appearance of cellulite. Results develop progressively across a course of sessions.
Is Onda Pro safe?
Onda Pro is generally considered safe when performed by a trained medical professional. The treatment is non-invasive with no downtime and the built-in cooling protects the skin surface throughout. Most patients experience mild warmth during treatment and some redness in the treated area for a few hours afterwards, which resolves on its own.
Is Onda Pro performed by a doctor?
At SL Aesthetic Clinic, Onda Pro treatments are performed by registered medical doctors.
What should I before and after Onda Pro treatment in Singapore?
No special preparation is needed beforehand. If you’re having Onda Pro on the face, your makeup will be removed and skin cleansed before treatment begins.
Afterward, avoid direct sun exposure and irritating cosmetics (such as strong actives or exfoliants) on the treated area. Our doctors will advise more during your treatment.
Is Onda Pro effective for stubborn abdominal fat?
Yes. Onda Pro is designed for localised fat that hasn’t responded to diet and exercise, including the abdomen. Microwave energy targets the fat layer beneath the skin, which the body clears gradually over the following weeks.
Are Onda Pro fat reduction results long lasting?
Results typically last several months, and tend to be longer-lasting when weight is maintained afterward.
Is Onda Pro treatment safe for all skin types?
Onda Pro’s non-invasive approach and built-in cooling are generally suitable across skin types; our doctors will assess your specific skin and any contraindications during consultation.
Does Onda Pro treatment help contour post-weight loss body?
Onda Pro isn’t a weight loss treatment, but is well suited to refining specific areas that remain after weight loss, including stubborn fat pockets, loose skin, or cellulite that diet and exercise haven’t resolved.
How does microwave-based fat reduction compare to fat-freezing treatments?
Onda Pro uses microwave energy to heat and break down fat cells, while fat-freezing methods use cold temperatures to crystallise them. Our doctors can advise which approach suits your goals and areas of concern.
Is Onda treatment suitable for treating cellulite on thighs?
Yes. Cellulite is one of Onda Pro’s four core treatment areas, and thighs are a commonly treated site.
Can Onda Pro tighten loose post-pregnancy skin?
Yes. Onda Pro can help with mild to moderate skin laxity associated with post-pregnancy collagen loss. As severity varies, a consultation is recommended so our doctors can advise on the right approach for you.
Can Onda Pro treatment target inner thighs and knees?
Inner thighs are a treatable area for Onda Pro. Knees are not a suitable treatment area – our doctors can advise on other options if that’s a concern.
Can Onda treatment be combined with other aesthetic procedures?
Yes. Onda Pro is commonly combined with treatments like HIFU for patients with both fat/cellulite and structural lifting concerns. Our doctors will advise on the right combination for your goals.
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