Does RF microneedling hurt?
A topical numbing cream is usually applied before treatment to reduce discomfort. You may still feel warmth, pressure, or a prickling sensation, but comfort varies from person to person.
If your skin looks uneven, feels rough, or has lost some firmness, RF microneedling may help refresh it without surgery. The treatment combines tiny needles with controlled radiofrequency energy to support the production of new collagen and elastin in the deeper layers of your skin.
Newvue’s team of experts will personalize your VirtueRF microneedling procedure for your skin and desired results. VirtueRF microneedling combines precision microneedling with radiofrequency energy to remodel collagen at multiple depths within your skin. The treatment delivers controlled RF energy beneath the surface while creating tiny microchannels, stimulating your body’s natural healing response, and encouraging new collagen and elastin production. This combination can improve fine lines, acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven texture, and mild to moderate skin laxity while helping the skin appear firmer, smoother, and more refined.
RF microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment that involves microneedles creating small, controlled channels in your skin. At the same time, radiofrequency energy creates heat below the surface.
These two actions start a healing response that supports new collagen and elastin. Collagen gives your skin structure, while elastin helps it stay flexible. As your skin rebuilds these proteins, the treated area may become smoother and firmer. Standard microneedling uses needles alone. RF microneedling adds heat at a selected depth, which targets the deeper layers of your skin. Newvue uses VirtueRF for this treatment.
Your Newvue Medical specialist customizes your VirtueRF treatment for your skin, concerns, and desired outcome. Treatment depth and energy are carefully selected based on the area being treated and the degree of correction needed, allowing us to address both surface texture and deeper structural changes. The result is gradual, natural-looking improvements in the firmness and quality of your skin without surgery or the overtreated appearance some patients want to avoid. Each patient is unique, so your personal consultation will help us determine if this is a good fit for you.
Depending on your skin, treatment area, and goals, RF microneedling may help:
Results vary from person to person. Your Newvue specialist will explain what RF microneedling can realistically address and whether another treatment may better match your needs.
RF microneedling may be an option for uneven texture, acne scars, fine lines, enlarged pores, or mild laxity. It can be considered for a range of skin tones. The treatment settings still need to be chosen for your skin.
The procedure may not be right for you if the treatment area has an active infection or breakout. Certain medical conditions may also affect your treatment plan. During your consultation, tell us about your health history, skin concerns, allergies, medications, and supplements. This helps us create a safe and effective treatment plan for you.
Your visit begins with a consultation at our aesthetics center. We will examine your skin, review your health history, and talk about the changes you would like to see. You will also have time to ask about comfort, recovery, possible results, and the number of sessions you may need.
Before treatment, your specialist may ask you to pause retinoids, acids, exfoliants, or other products that could make your skin more sensitive. You may also receive instructions about medicines or supplements that can increase bruising. Do not stop any prescription medicine on your own. The doctor who prescribed it can tell you whether it is safe to pause.
Limit sun exposure, avoid tanning beds and self-tanner, and use sunscreen as directed before your appointment. If you develop a rash, infection, cold sore, or active breakout near the treatment area, let our team know before you arrive. We may need to adjust the timing of your treatment.
On the day of your appointment, arrive with clean skin and no makeup, moisturizer, or other products on the treatment area. We will give you instructions based on your skin and treatment plan.
First, your Newvue specialist cleans your skin and applies a topical numbing cream. Once your skin is numb, the VirtueRF handpiece is moved across the treatment area and the micro needles enter the skin at a controlled depth and deliver radiofrequency energy below the surface.
You may feel pressure, warmth, or a prickling sensation. Comfort varies by treatment area and device settings, so tell your provider if you need to take a break. After the treatment, a soothing gel is applied to your skin.
Your skin may look red and feel warm or tender after treatment, similar to a mild sunburn. Mild swelling, tightness, dryness, or flaking can also occur. These effects normally improve over the next several days, although recovery varies.
Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer while your skin heals. Your Newvue specialist will tell you when you can wear makeup again. You will also learn when to restart retinoids, acids, exfoliants, or other active skincare products. It is especially important to avoid sun exposure because treated skin can be more sensitive, so make sure to wear sunscreen.
Avoid picking, rubbing, or scratching the treated area. A cool pack may help with mild swelling or discomfort. Contact your Newvue specialist if you develop blistering, worsening pain, signs of infection, or any reaction that concerns you.
Collagen remodeling takes time, so your results will develop gradually over the following weeks and months. You may need a series of treatments to obtain your desired results. Your provider will recommend a plan based on your skin and goals.
RF microneedling may improve skin texture, acne scars, fine lines, enlarged pores, and mild skin laxity without surgery. The first step is a consultation. We can examine your skin, discuss your goals, and explain what you can expect from treatment with VirtueRF.
Contact Newvue to schedule your RF microneedling consultation at our Kirkland aesthetics center.
A topical numbing cream is usually applied before treatment to reduce discomfort. You may still feel warmth, pressure, or a prickling sensation, but comfort varies from person to person.
Most people return to their normal routine within a day, but redness, swelling, sensitivity, dryness, or flaking may last for several days. Your recovery will depend on the treatment area, device settings, and how your skin responds.
You may notice early changes as your skin settles, but collagen remodeling is gradual. Texture and firmness may continue to improve over the following weeks and months, and individual results vary.
The number of treatments depends on your skin concern, treatment area, and goals. Some patients may benefit from a series of sessions, while others may choose maintenance treatments after their first plan is complete.
RF microneedling may soften the look of certain acne scars by supporting collagen remodeling below the skin. The best treatment depends on the type and depth of your scars, so an in-person skin assessment is important.
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