Radio Frequency Skin Tightening Treatment

RF is one of the most requested non-surgical options for firmer, smoother facial skin, without the downtime of a surgical facelift. Because the energy heats the dermis rather than the surface, it works with your skin’s own repair process instead of cutting or injecting anything.

Radiofrequency for face lifting is best understood as a way to soften early jowls, tighten a loosening jawline, or lift a tired-looking mid-face, non-surgically. It won’t replicate a facelift on advanced sagging, but for mild to moderate laxity it’s one of the most accessible options: existing collagen fibres contract for an immediate, subtle lift, and a fuller lift develops over the following weeks as new collagen forms.

It’s also the gentler, more comfortable choice compared to deeper treatments, which makes it a popular starting point for people in their late 20s to 40s noticing the first signs of laxity and wanting to slow things down rather than reverse significant sagging.

On the body, RF is most commonly used to firm skin that has lost elasticity after pregnancy, significant weight loss, or gradual ageing, areas where the skin hasn’t “bounced back” on its own. It’s also a popular add-on for clients doing a body contouring course, since RF addresses skin firmness while fat cavitation addresses localised fat.

Areas we treat on the body

• Abdomen (including post-pregnancy skin)
• Thighs (inner and outer)
• Upper arms
• Buttocks
• Flanks and love handles
• Appearance of cellulite on the thighs and buttocks

Body RF sessions typically run a little longer than facial sessions because the treatment area is larger, and results build gradually as your body lays down new collagen. It won’t remove fat or excess skin from major weight loss, but for clients whose main concern is that their skin feels less firm than it used to, it’s one of the more realistic non-surgical options available.

• Boosts your own collagen and elastin
• Firmer, tighter-looking skin without surgery or downtime
• Softer fine lines and improved skin texture
• A smoother, more lifted look on the face, neck and jawline
• Tighter, more toned-looking skin on the abdomen, thighs and arms
• Reduced appearance of cellulite and uneven skin tone
• Gradual, natural-looking results, never an “overdone” look
• Comfortable, warm sensation with zero downtime
• Works on face and body, and pairs well with other treatments

Your skin may look mildly flushed and feel warm to the touch straight after treatment — this is a normal response to the heat and typically settles within a few hours to a couple of days.

• Avoid active skincare ingredients (retinol, vitamin A, glycolic and other exfoliating acids) and skip physical exfoliation for around 7 days
• Cleanse gently, moisturise with a soothing, fragrance-free product, and apply SPF daily, this also helps prevent rare, temporary changes in pigmentation
• Mild redness or a warm sensation is expected and usually settles quickly; if anything feels unusual or doesn’t ease off, get in touch with the clinic

RF uses controlled heat, so it isn’t suitable for everyone. You may not be a candidate for treatment if you:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device
• Have metal plates, pins, or implants in the treatment area
• Have an active skin infection, open wound, or breakout in the treatment area
• Have epilepsy or a history of seizures
• Have uncontrolled diabetes or a condition that affects skin sensation, such as neuropathy
• Have an autoimmune condition or connective tissue disorder
• Have active rosacea or an inflammatory skin flare-up in the treatment area
• Have a history of skin cancer in the treatment area
• Have recently had fillers, threads, or other cosmetic procedures in the same area

We’ll go through your full medical history at consultation to confirm RF is safe and appropriate for you.