Radio Frequency (RF) skin tightening - Face & Body

Radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening, is a nonsurgical method of tightening your skin. The RF waves also force fat cells to break down and release liquid fat, causing them to shrink and contract. This helps you achieve tighter skin for a slimmer and more contoured figure. Its safe and non-invasive nature is the primary reason why radio frequency treatment is popular for weight loss.

The procedure involves using energy waves to heat the deep layer of your skin known as your dermis. This heat stimulates the production of collagen which is the most common protein in your body. It creates the framework of your skin and gives your skin its firmness.

As you age, your cells produce less collagen, which leads to sagging skin and wrinkles. Skin laxity occurs around age 35 to 40 when the quantity and quality of your collagen begins to decline.

RF waves heat the deep layer of your skin and studies have found that maintaining a temperature over 46°C for over 3 minutes causes your body to release heat-shock proteins. These proteins stimulate your body to create new collagen fibers. The procedure normally takes less than an hour and should be nearly painless.

The primary benefits of RF therapy are tightening your skin and getting rid of wrinkles and reducing sun damage due to its ability stimulate the production of collagen.

The most common side effects include:

• Temporary swelling
• Redness
• Tingling sensations

People with darker skin are at a higher risk of side effects from laser and RF treatments.