RF Microneedling at MOBO Medical Spa
Pixel8 Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling uses radiofrequency energy to improve the overall appearance of the skin. During the treatment, tiny needles create microchannels in the skin, triggering the body’s natural healing response to produce new collagen and elastin. At the same time, radiofrequency energy is delivered deep into the skin through these microchannels, heating the tissue to further stimulate collagen and tighten the skin from within. These treatments are designed to target skin laxity and sagging, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. The treatment can be applied on the face, neck, chest as well as areas of the body, specifically areas with scarring or stretch marks. It can also be combined with laser resurfacing for the popular “Pix:E” treatment!
Most patients see optimal results from Pixel8 treatment after 3 to 4 sessions, spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart, but this can vary depending on the individual’s skin condition and goals.
Preparing for your RF Microneedling Appointment:
- Stop Tretinoin or any retinol containing skincare for 1-2 weeks prior to your appointment.
- Avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks prior to your treatment.
- The day before your procedure, avoid NSAIDS (ibuprofen, aspiring, aleve), alcohol or blood thinning agents as this can increase the risk of excessive bleeding and bruising.
- The morning of your appointment, avoid excessive caffeine
What to Expect During Your RF Microneedling Appointment:
- Consultation: Your provider will go over your medical history, expectations and post-care in detail prior to the procedure and you will be asked to sign a consent form.
- Comfort: We will numb you prior to your procedure but you could experience some stinging or burning sensation, or a moderate amount of discomfort.
- Time: The procedure itself takes 20-30 minutes.
- After the procedure we may apply topicals specifically designed to go on the skin during a microneedling session.
Radiofrequency Microneedling Aftercare:
- First 24 hours post treatment: A certain degree of discomfort, redness, and/or irritation during and after treatment is expected. You may feel like you have a sunburn or wind burn. If any discomfort or irritation persists more than 24-hours, please notify your treating provider.
- First 48 hours post treatment: Care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated site: avoid hot baths, massage, irritating skin care products or exfoliants, etc. The skin should be kept clean to avoid contamination or infection; any mechanical or thermal damage to the area must be avoided.
- Scabbing: Tiny scabs (of less than 1 mm in diameter) may form 24-72 hours post treatment and may remain for several days. The scabs should not be touched or scratched (even if they itch) and should be allowed to shed naturally.
- For burning sensation, spritz the treatment area with a diluted vinegar solution (1 tsp white vinegar per 8 ounces water)
- Swelling: You may have mild swelling for 1-3 days after your treatment. You may apply an icepack (NOT direct ice) to the irritated area for 1-2 days in approximately 15-minute sessions 3-4 times per day.
- Redness for 1-3 days is common. After 12-hours post procedure, you may apply a hydrocortisone cream 3-4 times per day to reduce redness.
- Makeup can be applied 12 hours after treatment.
- Protect Your Skin from the Sun: Avoid prolonged sun exposure or use of tanning bed for at least two weeks after the treatment, as the skin that was treated will be more sensitive to the sun after your treatment. Use a minimum of SPF 30 daily to protect your skin after your treatment.
- Skincare: We recommend post-care skincare regimens to patients to enhance results. It is important to keep your skin moisturized after the treatment. Of course, use SPF 30+.
When to Expect Results from Radiofrequency Microneedling:
Obvious results are normally seen after just 1-treatment. However to help achieve the maximum benefit a 3-treatment series is suggested with each treatment 4-weeks apart.
- 1 day after the treatment there could be redness and transient edema (swelling).
- 3 days - 1 week after treatment your skin tone would be brighter and more even. If you have oily skin, you will notice significant reduction in sebum production.
- 1 month after treatment of RF Microneedling you would notice improvement in fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity. Improvement in pores size, scars, and over all complexion is also significantly noticeable.
- 1–3 months after RF Microneedling treatment you will notice continuous improvement in wrinkles reduction and skin laxity. Collagen production has improved and you can notice the fullness and plumpness of your skin.
