Is Profound RF painful?

Profound RF, Skin Tightening Treatment, West Malling, Kent

Profound RF is a non-surgical lifting and tightening procedure that can increase collagen by 200 per cent and elastin by as much as 500 per cent. What’s more, results are permanent and just one treatment is required (unlike other RF microneedling devices which require a course of treatments for optimal results). Studies show a remarkable 100% response rate for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and a 95% response rate for improving sagging skin – it’s the closest you can get to a facelift without surgery. So, what’s the catch? Is it painful? What does the downtime look like? Read on for everything you need to know if you’re considering this powerhouse treatment.

What is Profound RF and what sets it apart from other skin tightening treatments?

Known as the ‘non-surgical facelift’, this is a microneedling radiofrequency treatment that heats to stimulate skin repair. This encourages the production of new collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid in order to lift and plump over time. Whilst the technology used is similar to  other devices such as the Morpheus8, Profound RF has the ability to deliver the energy for four times longer for optimal results in just one single treatment. Clinical trials have confirmed that Profound RF delivers as much as a third of the result of a surgical facelift – minus of course, all the associated discomfort and downtime.

Is Profound RF painful?

Local anaesthetic is injected before the handheld device is moved over the skin, taking the better part of one hour to treat the face, working from the cheekbones down to the neck. It may sting occasionally where the needles penetrate, but thanks to the local anaesthetic, the treatment is surprisingly comfortable.

What about downtime? 

Following treatment, there will be some swelling, redness and sometimes even bruising, which can last up to one week for most people. But then, the magic starts. After six weeks, there is a subtle plumpness and after about six months, you can expect to notice more significant changes. The results – lifted jowls, firmer, plumper contours on the face, and more even, radiant skin. And these effects will last for a couple of  years until the ageing process catches up with you, at which point, another treatment is required in order to maintain results.

Supercharging your Profound RF results

While Profound RF is excellent for tightening and lifting, it’s important to note that it doesn’t address the bone loss that happens with age, so we often combine it with filler to achieve a high impact, fresh and youthful result.

If you’d like to learn more about Profound RF and whether it’s the right option for you, click here to enquire or to book a consultation.

Disclaimer: Please be aware that results and benefits may vary from patient to patient taking into consideration factors such as age, lifestyle and medical history.