RADIO FREQUENCY TREATMENT

Radio frequency skin tightening is used to support firmer-looking skin and soften the appearance of mild laxity.

Still got it? 

Course you do Then why does your face not feel the same way? 

When you look in the mirror, do you see the joy and experience of life, or the lines and wrinkles of aging? 

The brain is by far the most complex thing in the universe making hundreds of thousands of decisions every second of every day. Every one of them to strive, stay alive and take flight. Sometimes the rest of your body needs just a little help to keep up with all the magic going on in your head. 

For a long time, we were resigned to the fact that as we aged, our bodies wore out and could not keep up. 

Not any more. 

Radio-frequency skin tightening is a non-surgical treatment used to support a firmer-looking appearance on suitable areas of the face and body. Results are individual and a consultation is used to decide whether RF, or another treatment, is the better option for the concern being treated.

 

Getting old and wrinkly is inevitable, isn’t it?

 Contrary to what our kids repeatedly tell us, just because we are getting older does not mean we don’t feel young, act young and want to look young. Some lucky people seem blessed with naturally ‘good genes’ which defy the aging process. But most of us are resigned to the inevitability that, like death and taxes, wrinkles and lines will come to us all sooner or later. Sadly, this is backed up by science – around the age of 35 we start to see our skin condition change. It will no longer spring quickly back in to place, like it once did, and creases which we used to only see when we smiled or frowned, now stay there forever, criss-crossing over our once smooth face. Also high exposure to UV light, most commonly seen in the form of direct sunlight and sunbeds causes a breakdown of collagen fibres and it is this which leads to the ‘sun damaged’ wrinkling we see on the skin of so many sun worshippers. But we can do things to turn that sooner, into later or even much later, if we are smart and well informed.

Times have changed, and so can your skin 

Non-surgical aesthetic technology has developed considerably, giving clients options for concerns such as mild skin laxity, localised fat and cellulite without surgery. Radio frequency is used specifically for skin-tightening goals; fat freezing and cavitation address different body-contouring concerns and should not be treated as interchangeable.

Our body tells our story, an unforgettable but not unchangeable one 

Whether its pregnancy, weight loss or just plain getting old, there are places on our body where the signs of a life well lived just won’t go away, however much we would like them to. It might be crease lines round the mouth or eyes, wrinkles on the forehead or stretching on the belly. Inevitably, things just don’t quite look the same as they did 5 years ago. What our body goes through, especially as women cannot be underestimated or airbrushed out like an Instagram picture – it is with us, written into our software forever - in our heads and in our hearts. But it shouldn’t and can’t stop us from updating, rejuvenating, and improving the hardware to run better, to be the best we can be. Now you needn’t settle for a look you aren’t happy with.  

What is Radio Frequency Skin Tightening?

It sounds a bit industrial, but don’t be misled by the name. RF skin tightening utilises well established and extremely safe technology to help activate the youth-enhancing attributes of your skin. Radio wave transmitters are passed over the skin to induce a thermic reaction in the dermis layer of the skin. The frequency of the waves is set specifically to target this and only this layer, so no damage is caused to the surface of your skin. The localised heat targets two key proteins in the skin, Collagen and Elastin and the effect is twofold – activating relaxed collagen and elastin fibres whilst stimulating the production of more. 

Collagen and Elastin are your skin-tightening friends 

You might be aware of collagen in cosmetic treatments but elastin, although less well-known, is just as vital in maintaining youthful skin tone. Collagen makes up between 25-35% of the body’s entire protein component and is essential for natural wound healing and tissue regeneration. It, along with elastin and soft keratin are responsible for skin strength and elasticity. Elastin allows skin to regain its natural shape after stretching, contracting, or pinching. Without them, the skin will sag rather than snap back, soften rather than smoothen. As you can probably guess, as you age you naturally produce less and less of these proteins. RF treatment uses controlled heat with the aim of supporting collagen remodelling and a firmer-looking skin appearance. 

Radio Frequency skin tightening treatment is fast and painless

RF skin tightening is non-invasive and sessions are generally comfortable, with treatment time depending on the area. At 3D Lipo London we use tripolar RF technology from the 3D-lipo platform. The current 3D Aesthetics specification lists the UltimatePro RF system as tripolar, 1 MHz and 50 watt, with face and body probes and integrated vacuum. Manufacturer specification.

Aftercare and the treatment schedule are tailored to the individual. Results are not guaranteed and are usually judged over a course rather than from one session alone.

 Where areas of the body are suitable for RF skin tightening?

RF may be considered for suitable face or body areas where mild skin laxity is the main concern. It is not a weight-loss treatment and it is unlikely to match surgery where there is substantial excess skin. The exact area and whether RF is appropriate are confirmed during consultation; current clinic-specific information is kept on our RF skin tightening page.

Who is and who isn’t suitable for treatment?

Suitability depends on the treatment area and medical history. We do not proceed without practitioner review where there is pregnancy, a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, metal implants/staples or surgical hardware in or near the treatment area, active infection/open wounds, reduced sensation, or recent surgery. Relevant medication and previous procedures should also be disclosed before treatment.

Temporary warmth, redness or tenderness can occur after RF. Any unexpected, severe or persistent reaction should be reported to the clinic and medically assessed where appropriate.

Are radio waves safe?

Radio Frequency treatment uses concentrated low frequency radiation waves to target the tightness and elasticity of your skin, turning it from soft and flabby to firm, tight and smooth. Whilst it might sound a little alarming to talk about radiation in relation to our skin, we are constantly exposed to radiation wherever we are– ‘radiation is the emission or transmission of energy in the form of waves or particles through space or through a material medium’. 

The RF device delivers non-ionising radio-frequency energy to create controlled heating in the treatment area. This is different from ionising radiation such as X-rays. Suitability is assessed before treatment, particularly where a client has an implanted electrical or metal device or another relevant medical consideration.

 How many treatments?

RF is normally planned as a course rather than a quick fix. The number and spacing of sessions depend on the area, skin condition and response; use our current prices page for the clinic's published course options.

How long do the results last?

 
Results and longevity vary by age, skin condition, lifestyle and the area treated. Maintenance sessions may be discussed after the initial course if appropriate.

 



3D Lipo London uses 3D-lipo / 3D Aesthetics technology for non-surgical face and body treatments. The manufacturer describes 3D-lipo as an award-winning brand regularly featured in the national press and associated with celebrity users. At our Marylebone clinic, RF skin tightening is offered alongside treatments including fat freezing, cavitation and cellulite reduction. For current RF prices and booking information, use our main RF skin tightening page.