PiXel8 RF microneedling: The two-in-one treatment that does it all!

To fully grasp this technology, it’s essential to understand each of its services. Microneedling involves using a special handheld device to gently make tiny punctures in the skin. This process produces controlled trauma that then stimulates the body’s natural wound-healing response. Radiofrequency-assisted devices work by delivering energy to targeted tissues. The energy produces heat (thermal energy), resulting in the contraction and stimulation of collagen-making cells. These cells or fibroblasts produce more collagen that naturally declines in supply due to aging. When both of these techniques are combined, we can achieve enhanced results. Two technologies are truly better than one for optimizing skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, and more.

This FDA-cleared system is highly customizable with special settings to control how deeply the microneedles produce punctures and penetrate the skin. These settings also optimize the time that those needles are at their ideal treatment temperatures. This high degree of customizability helps to minimize heat and, in turn, associated discomfort and thermal damage. There are numerous configurations supported within this system, too, which is a nice feature to have because we can treat so many different types of concerns on the face as well as the neck and body.

We have had great success in tightening the skin on the face, neck, and eyebrow region. This system is even a non-surgical alternative for abdominal and leg skin tightening. Patients who do not want to undergo more invasive or aggressive techniques or surgery can also achieve more definition along the chin and jawline without the risk and prolonged recovery. Additionally, PiXel8 effectively softens all sorts of depressions – from fine lines and wrinkles to visible pores, acne scars, and stretch marks. It even improves the tone and texture of the skin. It really can “do it all”!

RF microneedling is a non-ablative treatment that rejuvenates the skin at a deep level. Although it creates microscopic wounds, the procedure is generally tolerable when combined with topical numbing ointment and patient-controlled cooling. Furthermore, it involves little to no downtime. It can dramatically improve the appearance of wrinkles, scars, lax skin, and numerous other conditions mentioned above.

We will provide thorough and tailored instructions on pre-treatment and post-procedure care. Any tenderness or irritation generally subsides in around 24 hours. Scabs should be allowed to shed naturally in the days following treatment. This is normal and simply your body’s way of getting rid of old, damaged skin to make way for fresh, healthier skin cells. Since your skin is more sensitive post-treatment, be even more vigilant than usual about sun avoidance measures and slathering on the sunscreen. Optimal results are seen as more collagen is produced, and additional treatment sessions may be required to reach your skin goals.