RF Microneedling

Yes. By itself, microneedling is capable of stimulating a higher production of collagen over time. However, when combined with radiofrequency, the effectiveness of these treatments increases tremendously due to how much more deeply the thermal energy of radiofrequency can reach the sub-dermal layers of skin. Ask your provider to recommend a topical product to optimize your results.

A consultation and examination are necessary prior to Pixel8 RF micro needling. For comfort during the treatment, a topical anesthetic cream is applied over the area to be treated at least 30-45 minutes before the procedure is performed. During the procedure, the device handpiece is passed over the skin. The fine needles penetrate the skin, and the RF energy is delivered once the needles reach the desired depth (each pulse is less than 1 second). The procedure takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete but will vary depending on the area/s being treated. Immediately following treatment your skin will feel warm but will not be painful, much like a mild sunburn. There may be mild redness and swelling over the following day(s). Bruising is uncommon.  

• 1 day after the treatment there could be redness and transient edema (swelling). 
• 3 days – 1 week post 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 post 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-month post 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. 

Patients may notice a warm sensation and a pricking or scraping feeling during this treatment, but it is not typically painful. To help minimize discomfort during RF microneedling, a topical numbing agent is applied to the skin prior to treatment. Following Pixel8 RF microneedling, it is normal to have some level of redness, swelling, irritation, and mild discomfort, but these symptoms usually resolve quickly on their own within hours. 

• Avoid Accutane for the past 6 months. 
• Do not use topical agents that may increase sensitivity of skin: retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, acids that may be drying or irritating to the skin (such as alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA) beta hydroxyl acids (BHA), exfoliating masks, salicylic acids, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide acne products) 5-7 days prior. 
• Do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motrin or Advil for 3 days prior to treatment. These agents will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation. 
• Avoidance of IPL/Laser procedures, unprotected sun exposure or sunburn for 2 weeks prior. 
• No waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis to area being treated 5-7 days prior.  
• No shaving the day of the procedure to avoid skin irritation. If there is dense hair present in the treatment area, closely shave the area the day before you arrive to your appointment. 
• Moles, warts or actinic (solar) keratosis should not be treated. 
• If you are prone to cold sores, take antiviral agent for 2 days prior to and day of treatment.  
• Avoid blood thinning agents (aspirin, fish oil, Omega-3, Vitamin E) for 1 week prior. May resume day after treatment.

• Avoid harsh topical products or alcohol-based toners for 2 weeks. You can resume your normal skin care regimen after 24 hours. 
• Do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen Motrin or Advil  for 1 week.
• Do not ice face or use arnica or bromelain. These agents may interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation. 
• You should avoid vigorous activity right after the treatment. 
• You should avoid excessive heat or sun exposure for at least 1 week. 
• Use sunblock with SPF 30 of  higher 

Sessions generally take 20-30 minutes, based on the area being treated. For patients requiring more intensive sessions, the duration of a session may run 30 minutes to 45 minutes long.

No, there should be no significant downtime from the treatment.  Pixel8 RF treatments are beloved by many, because this procedure is quite tolerable, recovering is quick and easy,  and it yields great results. Getting treatment shouldn’t interfere with your schedule too much, either, as most  people return to normal routines within the next day. 

You can expect improvements in the first few weeks after your initial treatment. These improvements will  increase over the next six months, as your body continuously produces new collagen. 

Number of treatments vary depending on desired result.  Most patients will begin to see improvement after a single session, however, to complete your aesthetic goals, it is recommended that patients do upwards of three sessions, treatment once per month. 

You can expect improvements in the first few weeks after your initial treatment. These improvements will  increase over the next six months, as your body continuously produces new collagen.