Age plays several cruel tricks on our skin, including slowing the production of vital proteins that keep your skin firm and supple. If your skin has begun to show signs of aging and you have had little success with over-the-counter products, it is time to look for an effective solution. At MU Creatives Beam and Lipo in Waltham, Massachusetts, we are confident that FotoFacial RF, an innovative skin-tightening therapy, can treat skin laxity associated with aging.
How Often Can You Use FotoFacial RF Skin Tightening?
During the first round of FotoFacial RF skin tightening treatments, you can go for a treatment appointment as frequently as once every three to four weeks without risking your health. Light-based cosmetic treatments are an intriguing category of treatments because their frequency can be highly tailored to the needs and objectives of the skin. This makes light-based cosmetic treatments an interesting category of treatments. In a more tangible sense, this indicates that you can determine the number of treatments you require and the frequency with which you require those treatments to improve the firmness of your skin.
What Is the Ideal Treatment Frequency?
Although the average treatment frequency is between three and four weeks, the optimal treatment depends on you and your skin’s needs. For instance, mild or moderate skin laxity may benefit from treatment appointments spaced one month apart. In contrast, those with severe skin laxity will require treatments spaced closer together for optimal results.
How Does FotoFacial RF Work?
FotoFacial is a radiofrequency, energy-based treatment that uses a combination of light and thermal energy to heat key tissues beneath the skin’s surface and stimulate the body’s natural regenerative capabilities. For example, the thermal energy employed in radiofrequency treatments increases blood flow beneath the skin’s surface, stimulating the sub-dermal layers of skin to produce more collagen and elastin.
Radiofrequency skin tightening machine is a noninvasive treatment administered with a handheld device. During treatment, the handheld device is moved over the skin as thermal energy penetrates the subdermal layers of the skin to stimulate the body’s natural regenerative response. This treatment is noninvasive and painless, one of the many reasons radiofrequency is the gold standard in cosmetic clinics nationwide.
How Many Treatments Do You Need?
The number of treatments required depends entirely on the severity of your age-related skin issues. Most patients will require between three and five treatment sessions to achieve optimal results. However, if you experience mild skin laxity and respond well to treatment, you may only require two to three appointments; those with moderate concerns may only require three to four appointments, and those with severe skin laxity may require five or more appointments.
It is critical to remember that the quantity of treatments required for the initial treatment round differs from the total number of treatments needed to maintain the desired results. In addition, because this treatment’s effects are temporary and must be replenished at maintenance appointments, you will require many treatments as you continue to use it.
Will You Need Maintenance Treatments?
Yes, you will need to schedule maintenance appointments every three to four months to preserve the results of your treatment. Patients with severe skin laxity should receive treatment every three months, whereas those with mild or moderate skin laxity may benefit from treatments every four months.
How Else Can You Maintain Results?
Maintaining the results of your treatment depends on several factors that prevent skin laxity from worsening between appointments, thereby prolonging the results. Using adequate sun protection, for instance, will reduce the risk of UV rays causing premature skin aging, so patients need to wear SPF 30 or higher during the day.
Maintaining your results may also be contingent on the skincare products you employ. Collagen-rich serums and moisturizers, for example, can promote increased collagen production on the skin’s surface, which may aid in maintaining a higher rate of collagen production in the sub-dermal layers of the skin. Using products containing Retinol, AHA, BHA, and other skin-active ingredients may also prevent skin aging between visits.
How Does FotoFacial Treatment Work?
Because this is a noninvasive skin tightening therapy, so the treatment process will be much simpler than surgical or minimally invasive skin tightening treatments, such as PDO thread lifts. Your initial course of treatment will include the following steps:
Consultation
Before you can begin treatment, you must attend a consultation appointment so that one of our skilled aestheticians can examine the condition of your skin and determine if FotoFacial RF is appropriate for your level of skin laxity.
During your consultation, we will inquire about your skincare routine, products, and lifestyle factors, such as smoking, that may contribute to premature skin aging. We may also inquire about previous cosmetic treatments for skin laxity that you have attempted.
Pre-Treatment
Before each appointment, there are several steps you must take to prepare your skin for the FotoFacial RF treatment. Unless otherwise directed, you should generally adhere to your pre-treatment instructions for at least two weeks. Typical pre-treatment instructions for radiofrequency treatments like this one include:
- Avoid direct sun exposure
- Avoid excessive heat, including tanning beds
- Establish a cleansing and moisturizing routine
We request that all patients arrive with a face free of makeup, lotion, and perfume. Please reschedule your appointment if you have active skin outbreaks, such as a cold sore or eczema.
Post-Treatment
The most common radiofrequency treatment post-treatment instructions include:
- Avoid direct unprotected sunlight
- Avoid tanning booths, saunas, and hot tubs.
- Discontinue using chemical exfoliants
- Always wear sunscreen during the day
How Soon Can You See Results?
Several weeks will pass before you start to see results. Many clients require at least two or three treatment sessions before they begin to experience favorable outcomes.
Other FotoFacial RF FAQs
- What Can You Treat With FotoFacial?
FotoFacial is an innovative radiofrequency treatment that can be used to treat a wide range of age-related skin issues.
- Can You Combine This Treatment?
Yes, FotoFacial can be combined with other radiofrequency treatments to help you achieve all of your aesthetic goals.
However, suppose you are interested in combining radiofrequency treatments with other cosmetic procedures. In that case, you should know that you will need to carefully time these procedures to achieve the best results. We will assist you in developing a treatment schedule to help you achieve all of your aesthetic objectives.
- Is Skin Laxity More Difficult to Treat Than Other Skin Problems?
Skin laxity is a multifaceted skin issue that necessitates individualized treatment approaches.
Additionally, radiofrequency treatments are less expensive than surgical procedures for skin laxity, such as a facelift.
- Who Are Ideal Candidates?
Candidate qualifications for FotoFacial include:
- Loose skin
- Dry and thin skin
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Loss of skin volume
- Broken capillaries
- Skin redness or rosacea
- Blemishes
- Dark spots
- Sun damage
- And more!
Correct Skin Looseness Using FotoFacial RF Skin Tightening Procedures
With the right treatment, age-related skin issues such as skin laxity can become a thing of the past. Contact MU Creatives Laser and Lipo in Waltham, Massachusetts, to schedule a consultation.