Radiofrequency Body Contouring
Radiofrequency skin tightening, also known as RF therapy, is a nonsurgical method of tightening the skin. The procedure involves using energy waves to heat the deep layer of skin known as the dermis. This heat stimulates collagen production in the dermis.
Collagen is the most common protein in your body, giving 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 begin to decline.
Radiofrequency therapy has been used since 2001 in the treatment of lifting and tightening the skin. In this post, we’ll explore how radiofrequency improves the appearance of your skin by heating collagen and elastin fibers.
How Does Radio Frequency Body Contouring Work?
Radio Frequency Body Contouring uses heat-wave technology to safely and comfortably remove fat deposits and tighten skin. It heats the deep layers of your skin (where the fat is deposited), so it doesn't damage your skin by burning it with high degrees of heat. The treatment minimizes the appearance of cellulite dimpling and fatty bulges, while simultaneously tightening the skin and improving the contours of the target area(s).
At its deepest level, radio frequency therapy affects the connective tissues that hold fat cells in place, making them more compact so that the fat does not bulge out and create the rippling we associate with cellulite.
Also, Radiofrequency (RF) energy targets the fat cells themselves, causing them to shrink in size. This has the effect of slimming down the target area. The procedure also energizes the body’s natural responses by stimulating the lymphatic system to aid in the drainage of unwanted toxins and encouraging the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin to reduce skin laxity, strengthen the skin, and improve its contour and appearance.
The final result of this powerful deep heating is a slimmer, more toned physique.
Radio Frequency Treatment Can Be Used For:
Body contouring
Face contouring
Face slimming
Skin Laxity
Wrinkles
Cellulite
Stretch Marks
Sun Damage
Results are noticeable immediately and continue to improve in the days following treatment. Normally, multiple sessions are required, with each session spaced one week apart. The number of treatments you receive depends on how much improvement you want to achieve.
The above-mentioned list is not definitive and may differ in the treatment of your specific skin condition. Furthermore, depending on your case, the procedures can be used alone or in combination. Your doctor will select the best treatment strategy according to your individual specifications.
Dr. Lola Ali is a professional skincare therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people achieve younger, brighter, and healthier skin. If you would like to know more about your specific aesthetical skin condition and available treatment approaches, please do not hesitate and book your first free skincare check-up and consultation with her.
