RF microneedling is a popular skincare treatment that uses advanced radiofrequency technology and needling techniques to rejuvenate the skin. If you’re experiencing various signs of aging and don’t want to undergo an invasive procedure but do want to see changes in the health and appearance of your skin, you may be the perfect candidate for a customized radiofrequency microneedling treatment plan. After just one treatment, you’ll notice smoother skin and a youthful and healthy glow.
How Often Should You Schedule RF Microneedling?
RF microneedling is a treatment that creates micro-injuries on the skin’s surface while simultaneously heating the dermal tissues. It’s a treatment that forces the body to respond so you can see results. Since it enacts a healing response from the body immediately following treatment, you must give your skin time to heal before scheduling another session. Most aestheticians recommend that patients schedule RF microneedling sessions every four to six weeks until they achieve their desired results.
Once you complete a treatment plan, you’ll see visible improvements in your skin, and the results can last for years. Many patients schedule maintenance treatments every six to 12 months after completing a treatment plan to extend their results and address any new skin concerns. When you meet with your aesthetician for an initial consultation, you’ll get a customized treatment plan and can find out how often you should schedule your sessions after undergoing the recommended number of treatments.
What Is Radiofrequency Microneedling?
Radiofrequency microneedling is a type of collagen induction therapy that stimulates collagen production to reverse aging and improve skin health. This treatment goes a step beyond traditional microneedling with the addition of radiofrequency energy. Radiofrequency energy is heat-based energy that increases the temperature of the dermal tissues, causing the skin to contract while also increasing natural collagen production in those deeper layers.
At the same time, the needles create micro-injuries in the skin that the body has to heal by increasing natural collagen and elastin production and accelerating skin cell regeneration. The radiofrequency energy and needling techniques cause the body to respond with a healing reaction, which leads to transformative results.
What Can It Treat?
This versatile treatment can address some of the most common signs of aging that don’t always respond to non-invasive treatments and topical products. Patients can schedule radiofrequency microneedling to rejuvenate, tighten, and brighten the skin, smooth lines and wrinkles, increase collagen growth to address hollow areas or facial folds, reduce the appearance of scars, and shrink the pores. Patients can also schedule treatment to address skin conditions that affect body areas.
How Does It Work?
During this treatment, the technician uses the device to deliver radiofrequency energy to the skin in the target area. At the same time, the automated needles will stamp the skin, creating thousands of micro-injuries across the skin’s surface. As the radiofrequency energy heats the dermal tissue, the skin will tighten and contract, resulting in noticeably tighter skin after treatment.
Because this treatment uses hair-thin needles to increase natural collagen production, your technician will apply a topical numbing cream beforehand so you don’t feel any pain. You may feel some pressure during the treatment, but you can expect to remain completely comfortable and relaxed throughout your session.
Enhancing the Treatment Results
This collagen induction therapy treatment uses microneedles to create tiny pathways or micro-channels that extend from the epidermal layer to the dermal tissue. The treatment temporarily opens up the skin so that whatever is applied topically will better absorb into the deeper layers. During treatment, your technician may apply certain serums with anti-aging ingredients that will help enhance your treatment results and moisturize your skin.
You can take advantage of your skin’s increased absorption rate in the days following your treatment until those microchannels close and the skin regenerates by using products recommended by your technician and avoiding those that could irritate or inflame the skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Will I See the Results?
Radiofrequency microneedling treatments deliver some immediate results, including tighter and brighter skin. However, the most noticeable results usually aren’t visible until two to three months after the initial treatment, and the results are even better two to three months after the final treatment.
It takes time for the skin to heal and for the body to respond since collagen growth can take up to 12 weeks to occur. You’ll see a gradual improvement in your skin every day after your treatment and continuous improvements over time. Acne scars will fade, fine lines may disappear or become even lighter and less noticeable, and the skin will appear healthier, tighter, and brighter.
Is There Downtime?
Most patients can resume their normal daily activities after a radiofrequency microneedling treatment. However, there are some important instructions that you’ll need to follow to ensure the best results and promote quick healing. The device intentionally injures the skin, so there is a healing period. 24 to 48 hours after treatment, you’ll need to avoid hot environments and anything that increases your body temperature or causes you to sweat to avoid skin irritation.
You’ll also need to avoid scheduling skin exfoliating treatments and using topical exfoliating products to prevent skin irritation and inflammation. You’ll also need to be mindful of what products you use after your treatment; some will promote healing and hydration, but others may cause adverse effects and delay the healing process. Your aesthetician will explain which products to use and which to avoid to ensure the best results and rapid healing.
The Importance of Avoiding the Sun
It’s also important that you avoid sun exposure after this treatment. The new skin cells that form after treatment will be at risk of sun damage and your skin will be more sensitive, which is why it’s important that you wear quality sunscreen daily, regardless of whether you plan on spending five minutes or several hours out in the sun.
Avoiding sun exposure long-term and using adequate sun protection when you are in the sun will help extend your treatment results, slow the aging process, and prevent sun damage.
Who Is It Right For?
This radiofrequency microneedling treatment is ideal for patients looking for a non-surgical treatment to dramatically improve the health and appearance of their skin. Patients who want to get one step ahead of the aging process and treat the mild signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles, can schedule treatments to achieve their results.
It’s also an effective option for those with the more advanced signs of aging who aren’t ready to commit to an invasive or surgical procedure to reverse the effects of aging. If you’re interested in undergoing a radiofrequency microneedling treatment, the first step is to schedule a consultation so you can confirm that it’s the best and safest option for your skin and will help you reach your cosmetic or anti-aging goals.
Radiofrequency microneedling is a powerful anti-aging treatment that can dramatically improve the health and appearance of the skin on the face and the body. If you’re interested in learning more about this treatment, we can answer all your questions and confirm your treatment eligibility. If you are interested in rejuvenating your appearance and you’re in the Indian Harbour Beach or West Melbourne area contact The Refinery Medspa & Wellness and Skin & Body by The Refinery by using our simple online form. Alternatively, you can also call us at 321-341-3321 to reach us in West Melbourne, FL, or call us at 321-428-3004 to reach us in Indian Harbour Beach, FL. Don’t forget to follow us on social media for our latest deals and specials & events!
