RF microneedling is one of the most popular treatments for rejuvenating the skin. Suitable for all skin types, this amped-up version of traditional microneedling adds radiofrequency (RF) energy to the mix for additional skin tightening and firming. Although a series of RF microneedling sessions are usually recommended to see optimal results and maintenance sessions as needed, the treatment is relatively downtime-free. It has a profound impact on improving the skin in more ways than one. So, if you are curious about all of RF microneedling benefits, consider this the ultimate guide!
Understanding RF Microneedling
RF microneedling is the next generation of microneedling treatment. Like traditional microneedling, tiny needles penetrate the skin to create a controlled injury, leading to collagen production. However, where it differs is that the needles contain RF energy, which is delivered into the skin simultaneously.
Adding RF energy to standard microneedling procedures makes the skin tighter and firmer over time since it stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin deep within the skin. With RF, the effects of a standard microneedling procedure are enhanced. As the skin heals, it becomes smoother and firmer while helping to improve the look of fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, stretch marks, and acne scars.
RF microneedling can also be combined with add-on treatments, like PRP, to improve the effects of the procedure further.
The Key Benefits of RF Microneedling
There’s a plethora of benefits from a series of RF microneedling treatments, which keeps our patients coming back for them repeatedly. Unlike other skin rejuvenating treatments requiring downtime, RF microneedling won’t force you to take time out of your busy schedule to heal and recover. While the skin may be slightly red or swollen at first, which will subside on its own, the benefits far outweigh the immediate changes to the skin.
Some of the critical benefits of RF microneedling include:
- Skin tightening: The most notable benefit of RF microneedling is its ability to firm and tighten the skin without relying on incisions, cutting, or scars, like plastic surgery. During an RF microneedling treatment, the needles and RF energy create a micro-wound that causes the skin to incite its natural healing process. Part of that healing process is the creation of new collagen, which results in firmer, tighter, plumper skin.
- Reduction in wrinkles: Microneedling alone can improve the look of wrinkles, but adding RF energy to the treatment amplifies that effect. Since RF energy works to stimulate new collagen deep within the skin, it also has a fine-line and wrinkle-smoothing benefit. Undergoing the recommended series of treatments can help soften the look of wrinkles and improve the skin’s overall appearance.
- Scar reduction: Ever since RF microneedling became a popular skin-rejuvenating treatment, it’s become the go-to for improving the appearance of scars. All types of scars can be improved with RF microneedling, including acne and surgical scars, and even stretch marks, which form due to damaged collagen.
- More even skin tone and less hyperpigmentation: Discoloration and hyperpigmentation are hard to get rid of, but with RF microneedling, they can improve drastically. That’s because RF microneedling stimulates the skin’s natural healing process and promotes the growth of new, healthy skin cells.
- Refined pores: Another benefit of RF microneedling is less visible pores. By stimulating new collagen and elastin production within the skin, the treatment results in smoother-looking skin and smaller pores.
- Overall skin rejuvenation: With a series of RF microneedling treatments, the skin will improve to be more even in tone and texture with increased elasticity and collagen. The treatment triggers collagen production, helping to reduce crepiness, dull skin, sagging, uneven texture, and even scarring.
At CARE Esthetics, we find RF microneedling to be a great skin rejuvenating treatment that offers multiple benefits. To determine if RF microneedling is right for you, schedule a consultation with our team to understand better the benefits of RF microneedling can improve your skin.
