Radio Frequency Microneedling (RFM) is an aesthetic procedure that uses tiny needles
and radio-frequency waves to rejuvenate the skin by utilising a form of controlled skin
injury. The damage stimulates the growth of healthy new skin, which can benefit skin
issues like acne scars and wrinkles. 

RFM is an advanced method of skin rejuvenation that encourages collagen production by stimulating the body’s natural healing process within the dermis, resulting in tighter and more rejuvenated skin. It is the latest innovation that combines micro-needling and radio-frequency technologies, both of which are already well-established as standalone treatments for skin rejuvenation and tightening due to their effects on fibroblasts within the skin.

Fibroblasts are responsible for the production and maintenance of the extracellular matrix, the structural and biochemical support for the skin. They produce the structural and adhesive proteins of the skin as well as the space- filling ground substance, ensuring the skin is well nourished, intact, and healthy and as such, it can be used on multiple sites of the face and body.

Radio-frequency energy is delivered to the target area via tiny needles within the applicator hand piece, with the device applying a slight vacuum to the skin to ensure better contact and a more precise depth of penetration. The energy intensity and depth can be varied according to the treatment indication and often more than one pass over the skin is performed so that different depths of the epidermis and dermis can be targeted for maximum results.
Most devices can target depths between 0.5mm and 4mm, which can treat from the epidermis down to the deep dermis, depending on the area of the face and body.

The radio-frequency energy is deployed through coated or insulated needles to ensure that the heat remains at the correct tissue plane for increased accuracy and safety. Collagen fibres within the skin are heated to 55 – 65 degrees Celsius, stimulating the body’s natural healing processes and the creation of new collagen and elastin fibres and increasing skin cell turnover.

Worn out and damaged collagen is replaced with new collagen, leading to a tightening effect, and the activation of fibroblasts produces other skin proteins and hyaluronic acid, creating a smoother appearance. Due to the action of the RFM in the breakdown of disorganised collagen fibres in scars and stretch marks, these can be improved with treatment, as well as fine lines, wrinkles, loose crêpe skin and overall skin tone. Depending on the skin concern, several treatments may be required, and this should be discussed with your practitioner beforehand. 

However, results can vary depending on skin type, age, sex, skin health, area treated and appearance prior to treatment, as well as any pre existing medical conditions.