Many skincare products only affect the top layers of the skin, leaving many searching for treatments that do more. Radiofrequency technology can penetrate deeper layers, offering everything from skin rejuvenation to body contouring. At AURAE MD, serving San Diego and La Jolla, CA, we provide a variety of treatments using this type of technology.
We combine long and personalized consultations with a commitment to enhancing the health and appearance of our patients. Our goal is to use radiofrequency treatments to improve your skin and overall well-being.
What Is Radiofrequency Energy?
Radiofrequency energy is a type of electromagnetic wave used in various medical and aesthetic treatments. It generates heat, which can penetrate deep into the skin and tissues. This technology is harnessed to prompt changes in the skin that can be beneficial both for the health of the skin and for its appearance.
How Does Radiofrequency Interact With the Skin?
Radiofrequency energy works by heating the skin to temperatures that are closely monitored by your practitioner and that are not hot enough to damage the tissues. This controlled heating triggers the body’s natural healing processes. As a result, the skin becomes firmer, smoother, and more youthful over time.
What Can Radiofrequency Treat?
Sagging Skin
Radiofrequency skin tightening can address sagging skin by stimulating collagen production. This process firms up the skin and makes it look more lifted and toned. It’s an excellent option for those wanting a non-invasive way to combat skin laxity.
Lines and Wrinkles
Radiofrequency skin tightening is also beneficial for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As it promotes the formation of new collagen fibers, the skin becomes smoother and more youthful. This treatment targets wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and forehead.
Sun Damage
Exposure to the sun can cause skin damage over time. Radiofrequency treatments can help repair this damage by encouraging skin cell turnover and collagen renewal. It can treat sun spots and other visible effects of sun exposure.
Acne Scarring
Radiofrequency can be a valuable tool for treating acne scars. This treatment helps to remodel the scar tissue to make it less noticeable and rebuilds the collagen that was never restored following damage from inflammatory types of acne. Deeper acne scars may take more treatments, but with a series of sessions, you can see a marked improvement in the texture and appearance of your skin.
Thick or Leathery Skin
Radiofrequency treatments are particularly effective for thick or leathery skin, often caused by prolonged sun exposure or aging. The deep heating effect softens and rejuvenates the skin to make it smoother and more pliable.
Unwanted Fat
If you have stubborn pockets of fat, radiofrequency treatments can help. These sessions target fat cells with deep heat, which helps to reduce their size and leads to a more contoured and sculpted body. It’s a non-surgical option for those seeking to refine their silhouette.
Where Can Radiofrequency Treatments Be Used?
Radiofrequency facial treatments can be used on the cheeks, jawline, forehead, and under-eye area, among others. This technology can also be applied to the body, addressing issues such as sagging skin on the neck, arms, abdomen, and thighs. By promoting collagen production and skin tightening, radiofrequency treatments provide comprehensive rejuvenation for both the face and body.
Types of Radiofrequency Treatments
Fractora™
Fractora is a type of radiofrequency microneedling that uses fractional energy to penetrate deep into the skin, promoting collagen production and tissue remodeling. Fractora can treat fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin texture. Patients typically see results after a few sessions of this radiofrequency facial, with improvements continuing for several months as collagen builds up.
Embrace RF
Embrace RF is a platform that combines several different radiofrequency facial treatments to improve signs of aging and other skin concerns. It includes the Morpheus8, AccuTite, and FaceTite devices.
Morpheus8 microneedling resurfaces the skin through radiofrequency and microneedling technology for many benefits. AccuTite offers minimally invasive skin tightening for areas such as the jawline and chin. FaceTite targets smaller areas, tightening nasolabial folds, facial wrinkles, jowls, and more. Some results with each treatment can be seen after the first session, with full effects developing over a few months.
EvolveX
EvolveX uses radiofrequency energy alongside other technologies to contour the body, tighten skin, and reduce fat. This treatment can be used on the abdomen, arms, thighs, and more. EvolveX has three different modalities. Tite uses Bipolar RF to heat the subdermal layer and tighten the skin. Tone uses electrical muscle stimulation to tone the muscles through involuntary contractions. Transform uses both technologies to reduce fat, tighten skin, and improve muscle tone.
Forma and Forma Plus
Forma and Forma Plus use radiofrequency skin tightening technology to improve skin elasticity and firmness. Forma is designed for the face and other small areas, targeting fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin, while Forma Plus is used for larger body areas like the arms, abdomen, and thighs.
These treatments deliver uniform heat to the deep layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production. Results can be seen immediately, with continued improvements over the next few months.
What to Expect From Your Radiofrequency Treatment
Radiofrequency skin tightening treatments are usually not painful and do not take much time out of your day. Depending on the specific treatment, sessions typically last between 30 and 90 minutes. You may feel a warming sensation as the RF energy penetrates the deeper layers of your skin. There is minimal downtime with most radiofrequency treatments, so you can return to your normal routine right away.
Tighten Your Skin and Contour Your Body With Radiofrequency
Radiofrequency treatments at AURAE MD offer effective solutions for skin rejuvenation and body contouring. With minimal downtime and long-lasting results for our patients in San Diego and La Jolla, CA, these treatments can enhance your appearance and overall skin health. To learn more or schedule a consultation, contact us online or call (858) 461-8543.