What You Need to Know about RF Microneedling
The RF in RF + microneedling stands for radiofrequency. This procedure utilizes the state-of-the-art device in order to make small, controlled punctures to the skin. It also delivers safe radiofrequency waves that are designed to amplify the benefits of the procedure by increasing skin rejuvenation and tightening.
Microneedling with RF waves work by gently puncturing the skin with small needles and applying RF waves to the skin. This prompts your body to naturally heal itself by creating more collagen and elastin. This results in smaller pores, healed sun damage, and fewer lines and wrinkles. It can also help with acne, poor elasticity, pigmentation, scarring, stretch marks, cellulite, and more.
Many patients have questions about the use of radiofrequency waves in their skincare procedure. There are many other cosmetic treatments that utilize heat and energy to enhance your skin quality. For example, our HIFU LiFT is a skin-tightening procedure that applies heat under the skin to smooth lines and wrinkles.
With RF + microneedling, the use of radiofrequency waves is a skin-safe way to reach deeper layers of the skin without doing too much damage. This allows professionals to treat a greater number of conditions with greater success. By accessing deeper layers of the skin, it is possible to address many other conditions, not just conditions that only affect the surface of the skin.
What’s the difference between RF + Microneedling vs. Microneedling?
Traditional microneedling is a procedure that uses sterile, ultra-thin needles to strategically pierce the skin to create micro-wounds. When your skin naturally heals itself from these micro-wounds, it will produce elastin and collagen. These are the proteins in the skin that are responsible for skin texture and appearance.
Radiofrequency microneedling is a more advanced form of microneedling that uses RF waves to penetrate the deepest layers of the skin in order to heal common skin conditions. It can get you faster results in fewer treatments with little to no downtime.
How long does one RF + Microneedling treatment take?
The length of the treatment will depend on the area being treated and your individual treatment plan. The larger the area, the longer it will take. The more layers to target, the longer it will take. A face and neck treatment typically takes an hour, a body treatment will take longer. Each individual and treatment area varies.
How many treatments will be needed?
A series of 3 to 6 treatments spaced a month out is recommended to get to the desired results in the shortest amount of time. Since the skin continues to age, future touch-up treatments can help clients keep pace with the body's natural aging process. Advanced aging/mature skin may need a touch up at the 1 year mark while others may need a touch up at the 2 year mark. Proper skincare and facials in addition to a healthy diet also play a role.
Are you ready for a RF + Microneedling treatment?
There are some steps you will need to take to prepare for your appointment.
Avoid using Accutane for 6-12 months before the procedure.
Discontinue Retin A (or other vitamin A products), other topical medications
Avoid skin resurfacing in the 3 to 7 days before your appointment.
Avoid getting Botox for 2 weeks before your appointment.
On the day of, examine your skin to be sure that a rash or other irritation has not developed. If you notice any skin irritation, reschedule the appointment.
In order to prepare you for the procedure, You will be given numbing cream and gloves to put on an hour before your appointment. This should eliminate discomfort during the treatment. If you have any concerns, make sure to let our team know beforehand.
For the procedure itself, the RF + Microneedling device will be used on the treatment area. You can expect to feel pressure and heat, but it should not cause pain.
RF + Microneedling is non-invasive, so you are safe to go about your day afterward. You may experience some dryness for a few days after the procedure, but this is completely normal. Be sure to wear sunscreen, follow any aftercare instructions given, and avoid makeup for several hours after the procedure.
Interested?
Schedule a treatment consultation online or call to have us get one scheduled for you. One of our Skin Coaches would love to answer any and all questions you have regarding this treatment!