secret rf microneedling

Most patients start with a series of 3 to 6 treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Your provider will reassess your progress after the first few sessions, and 1 to 2 maintenance treatments per year help preserve results.

A topical numbing cream is applied for about 20 minutes before treatment, and cooling may be used during your session. Most patients describe a sensation of pressure and warmth rather than sharp pain. Discomfort is moderate and short-lived.

Expect redness and swelling for the first 2 to 3 days, with swelling usually peaking the morning after treatment. Skin may feel dry or slightly rough as it renews, and most pinkness fades within about a week. Plan to avoid heavy exercise, saunas, hot showers, and direct sun for several days afterward.

Avoid tanning for one month before treatment, pause retinoids and skin-lightening products one week before, and skip waxing or plucking in the treatment area for two weeks. Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup and lotions. If you have a history of cold sores, let your provider know in advance so preventive medication can be arranged. You will receive complete instructions before your appointment.

Secret RF can improve mild to moderate skin laxity along the jawline, jowls, and neck by stimulating collagen where skin has begun to loosen. It firms and tightens gradually, though it is not a replacement for surgical lifting when sagging is more significant.

Results develop over 3 to 6 months as collagen rebuilds, and they can last several years with proper maintenance. Most patients schedule 1 to 2 maintenance sessions per year after completing their initial series. Daily sunscreen and a consistent skincare routine help protect your investment.