The Skincare Effects of Microneedling RF
The conceptual framework for this latest beauty trend has been
around for nearly five decades, but only in the last few years has
technology caught up. Finally, microneedling RF treatment can
deliver anti-aging benefits without pain – and this news is
spreading like wildfire.
The secret is ultrafine needles that puncture your skin to make
very tiny wounds. As your skin heals from these wounds, your body’s
collagen production soars, resulting in taut skin. Surface scarring
is eliminated and fine wrinkles are softened, if not erased.
Simply put, it’s the only dermatology treatment that tightens your
skin while also reducing your wrinkles at the same time.
What to Expect
To make you comfortable, before the procedure, you’ll be given a
topical numbing agent for the area to be treated. Then the
microneedling device, outfitted with a cluster of needles, delivers
several dozen pricks about three millimeters deep into your skin.
The device also shoots radiofrequency energy into your skin to
treat scars and wrinkles and yield a fuller, more youthful look.
Together, the needles and heat energy stimulate your skin into
creating new collagen and hyaluronic acid, which help repair tissue
and hydrate your skin, respectively. One session is about 20
minutes, and a minimum of three sessions is recommended for optimal
results. It’s common, as well, to undergo touch-up procedures to
maintain your appearance.
Although the microneedling procedure is extremely safe, some mild
side effects are to be expected. Many patients report a slightly
uncomfortable yet tolerable experience. Redness and swelling around
the treated site is not unexpected, either, though both should only
be mild. Your face might also feel warm, as if you have a sunburn.
For many women, microneedling has been a game-changer. Yet, as with
any hot trend, there is still misinformation out there. Read on to
find out the truth about microneedling RF treatment for aging.
