Face RF — Radiofrequency
Controlled heating of the deeper layers of the skin for gradual firming. Non-invasive and painless, with a result that is built over a series of sessions.
How it works
Radiofrequency emits electromagnetic waves that heat the dermis, the deeper layer of the skin. The epidermis above stays cool; the heat works underneath.
- ✓Immediate firming — the existing collagen fibres contract with the heat. That is what you see straight after the session and it is the temporary part.
- ✓New collagen production — the fibroblasts are stimulated and produce new collagen and elastin over the following months. That is the part that lasts.
The three types and where they differ
Not all RF is the same machine under another name. The depth the energy reaches changes what it can do.
- ✓Monopolar — it penetrates deeper. We prefer it for more pronounced laxity and in areas with fat, such as the double chin.
- ✓Bipolar and multipolar — a more superficial and more controlled action. It focuses on firming the skin and on fine lines.
- ✓Fractional RF — it is combined with microneedles (microneedling) and acts more drastically on acne scars and deep wrinkles. It is also the most demanding of the three.
Which one we will use is not something you pick from a catalogue. It is decided on your own skin, at the first meeting.
What it improves in practice
- ✓Jaw contour — the jawline looks cleaner, mainly when the laxity is mild.
- ✓Under-chin sagging — a reduction in how it looks, especially with the monopolar version.
- ✓Cheekbones — a gentle lift and better support in the mid-face.
- ✓Fine lines — smoothing around the eyes, where the skin is thinnest.
What the session is like
It is painless. You feel heat that rises gradually, like a warm massage, and you tell us where your limit of comfort is — that is where we work.
The series counts for more than the individual session. New collagen is built through repetition, not in one visit.
Two phrases you will hear elsewhere
"The leading method" and "a lift without a scalpel"
Both phrases circulate everywhere about RF, and neither stands up. RF is a good non-invasive option among several. Which one is right for you is decided by your skin, not by advertising.
And it is not a lift. A surgical lift removes excess skin; RF heats it so that it tightens. With advanced laxity the difference will be discreet and you will hear that from us before we start.
The result is not permanent. The skin goes on ageing, so maintenance sessions are needed to hold on to what you have gained.
If you expect to see the whole difference after the first session, you will be disappointed. The judgement is made at the end of the series.
Questions & Answers
What most people ask, answered briefly and clearly.
Does it hurt?
No. You only feel heat. If at some point it becomes unpleasant, you say so and we lower the intensity straight away.
How many sessions will I need?
Usually 6 to 8, with an interval of one or two weeks. The exact number depends on how much laxity there is and on how your skin responds to the first sessions.
When will I see a result?
There is an immediate, temporary firming from the very first session. The part that lasts comes later, as the new collagen is produced, and is judged at the end of the series.
Do I need recovery time?
No. You leave and carry on with your day. The skin may be slightly pink for a short while.
Does it combine with mesotherapy?
They are often planned together, with a sequence and intervals set in person. It is not something decided from a web page — tell us what you have done and what you are doing now.
Is it for every skin?
Not automatically. There are conditions, medications and metal implants that rule out radiofrequency, which is why we go through your history before the first session.
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