Does Profound RF melt fat?
‘Can Profound RF destroy the fat in my face?’, is a question that we hear more and more frequently. Profound RF has become immensely popular for its ability to smooth, tighten, and rejuvenate the skin. But is it safe to try the popular treatment or could it leave you looking gaunt?
How does Profound RF work?
Profound RF is a cutting-edge non-surgical treatment designed to address various signs of aging and rejuvenate the skin. It combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with microneedling techniques to stimulate the production of essential components within the skin, including collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid.
The treatment involves the use of a specialised handheld device that emits controlled radiofrequency energy through tiny microneedles. These microneedles penetrate the skin’s surface, delivering the RF energy precisely to the underlying dermis. The RF energy triggers a process known as “controlled wound healing,” stimulating the production of collagen and elastin fibres whilst encouraging the synthesis of hyaluronic acid.
Compared to other skin rejuvenation treatments, Profound RF stands out for its ability to precisely target the deeper layers of the skin, where collagen and elastin are produced. the Profound RF is more powerful than other devices and is able to deliver energy deeper into the tissues and for four times longer per energy pulse, allowing us to achieve optimum protein denaturation within one single treatment.
Can Profound RF cause fat loss?
Profound RF has two different handpieces – one which is designed to tighten the skin at 1-2mm deep, stimulating collagen and elastin formation, and another for melting unwanted fat at 6mm deep. It goes without saying the latter is not suitable for the face, but we can use it to destroy fat cells under the chin to give an improved contour and smoother appearance to the jawline.
In general, successful RF microneedling really is operator-dependent. If people aren’t properly trained in how to use these devices, they may well send the energy too deep, and use multiple stacks of energy pulses in quick succession, and if you do that repeatedly, you increase the risk of killing the skin tissue as well as destroying fat. The difference with Profound RF is, it would be impossible to destroy fat in the face unless the wrong handpiece has been used. It’s also a medically led treatment, so it can only be carried out by highly skilled and appropriately trained doctors.
Choose an expert practitioner for your procedure
A radiofrequency microneedling treatment designed for skin tightening should not inherently target facial fat. However, by adjusting the depth of the needles, the treatment can be intentionally employed to dissolve fat. Unintended fat melting may occur if the technology is mishandled by an inexperienced user. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that your practitioner possesses the necessary expertise and experience with this technique before booking your treatment.
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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.
