Side effects of RF lifting. RF lifting - contraindications, consequences

One of the most common cosmetic procedures is rf lifting, contraindications to it must be taken into account without fail. RF-lifting involves the use of high-frequency current: it helps to carry out one or another rejuvenating procedure.

Otherwise, rf-lifting is called thermolifting, radio-lifting, radio-frequency rejuvenation.

How is the procedure carried out?

Today in the world of beauty there are two types of devices that help to carry out rf-lifting. With the help of the apparatus of the first type, the specialist conducts a thorough warming up of the tissues: this is due to the passage of current into the subcutaneous fat. This principle is used in Aluma technology, in TriWorks and IntraDerma devices. A device of a slightly different type heats tissues due to the formation of a magnetic field in them: such devices operate on the UHF principle. After exposure to electric fields, the effect of a dipole shift occurs, the polar molecules in the tissues change their position, as a result of the corresponding reactions, heating occurs. This principle is used in Thermage technology in Revital RF devices.

Before carrying out RF-lifting, you need to know about all the contraindications to this difficult procedure. The effect of electric current on the skin of the face is undesirable if there are braces or metal crowns on the teeth, however, most experts say that in this case the procedure can be carried out.

The RF abdominal lift is contraindicated in women who have copper or silver coils installed in the uterus. In this case, electric currents affecting these areas can cause heating of the metal elements, and therefore there is a possibility of burns to nearby tissues.

General contraindications for RF lifting

It is worth knowing that this procedure is possible only on healthy skin. If there are any wounds, inflammations, abscesses, acne in the area that will receive electric currents, it is prohibited to carry out it: rf-lifting can cause the spread of infection and increased inflammation. Although rf-lifting is considered a very effective procedure, there are numerous contraindications to it: among them, moles located on the surface of the skin, and all kinds of age spots. If moles and spots are located far from each other, then during the procedure they can be bypassed, but if there are a lot of them on the face, lifting should be abandoned.

The effect of RF-lifting should go on both sides of the face: if there are too many moles on one, it is recommended to refuse. The procedure in the abdomen should not be performed during the menstrual cycle. In this case, blood circulation in the subcutaneous fat will increase, which can lead to increased bleeding.

A contraindication is the RF-lifting procedure, which was carried out earlier, as well as adipose tissue introduced as a result of the cosmetic procedure. If there are silicone implants in the body, it is recommended to get detailed advice from a specialist.

You should be aware that RF-lifting cannot be performed after a cesarean section and previous plastic surgeries. In this case, it should be carried out after the stabilization of the soft tissues occurs and the process of scar formation is completely completed, that is, not earlier than 6 months later. If there is a pacemaker in the patient's body, such cosmetic procedures are contraindicated, any other implanted electronic device will also become a contraindication. This is due to the fact that during physiotherapy procedures, unwanted electromagnetic fields are generated, as a result of the corresponding reactions, the implant device may be damaged.

RF-lifting is strictly prohibited if the patient suffers from an oncological disease. The procedure is able to accelerate cell division, which can occur not only in healthy tissues, but also in those affected by the tumor. The latter, in turn, will begin to grow. RF-lifting is prohibited if a woman has renal failure, serious problems with the liver or other organs. RF-lifting is not performed in case of exacerbation of any infectious diseases, as well as at elevated temperatures.

Contraindication to RF lifting is breastfeeding and pregnancy. It is worth emphasizing that testing on breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women is strictly prohibited. During pregnancy, a woman should behave as carefully as possible: any interventions in the body should be introduced only if necessary.

RF-lifting is not a necessary procedure: it can always be postponed and carried out 3 months after childbirth.

It is widely used in cosmetology and is one of the most demanded procedures for combating aesthetic imperfections of the face and body. Many patients are familiar with this procedure called "thermolifting", since when exposed to an electric current in the radio frequency range, a local increase in temperature occurs. A large number of positive reviews are associated with the effectiveness of the procedure and the absence of pain. Unlike photorejuvenation, thermolifting has no restrictions on the degree of tanning and can be carried out at any time of the year and on any skin.

RF lifting effects

In addition to positive reviews, there are also negative reviews on the Internet. Often negative reviews are written by patients who have had undesirable consequences in the form of burns and atrophy of the underlying tissues. These complications arose during the procedure on monopolar devices of the first generation, where the radio frequency passed through the entire patient's body, and the heating of the tissue reached 60 C. Currently, monopolar devices of the first generation are rarely used to correct aesthetic imperfections in the face. Negative reviews about the procedure are also written by patients for whom the procedure was performed on low-power equipment by specialists without professional training, which did not give the promised effect and led to disappointment.

In our center of aesthetic medicine, the procedure of radio wave lifting is carried out by cosmetologists using the latest generation ReAction apparatus. RF lifting technology in the ReAction device combines bipolar radio frequency and vacuum. The radio frequency in it passes in the nozzle between 2 electrodes strictly locally with a temperature rise of up to 45 C, which makes the RF lifting procedure accurate, controlled and safe. Unlike other devices used for RF lifting and RF lipolysis, bipolar radio waves in the ReAction device are generated at different frequencies and affect tissues of different depths: from the surface layers of the dermis to the hypodermis. Also, the ReAction device implements the CORE technology, combining 3 radio frequencies in one pulse, which allows you to simultaneously affect all layers of the skin. This increases the efficiency of the procedure and makes it as safe and comfortable as possible for patients. Before the procedure, a consultation is held, at which the doctor talks about the possibilities of this method and decides on the number of procedures required, as well as answers questions from patients.

From what age can the procedure of radio wave lifting and radio wave lipolysis be performed?

In our center of aesthetic medicine, these procedures on the ReAction apparatus are carried out if there are indications from the age of 18. For prophylactic purposes, radio wave lifting is indicated for patients after 28-30 years old, since from the age of 25 there is a decrease in the activity of fibroblasts, a decrease in the production of hyaluronic acid and collagen. The first signs of aging often appear in the eye area. The Skin Tightening applicator allows you to work on the thin skin of the periorbital zone, increasing the elasticity and turgor of the skin, eliminating puffiness and drooping of the upper eyelid.

Will RF lifting be effective in the age group after 50?

Yes, it certainly will. But it should be remembered that in order to achieve an aesthetic result, women in menopause will need a longer course, about 8 procedures. RF lifting is perfectly combined with biorevitalization. Patients over 50 years old should give preference to the drug for biorevitalization Mesovarton / Meso - Wharton P 199.

How painful is RF lifting and RF lipolysis? How long is the rehabilitation period?

The radio wave lifting procedure with the ReAction device is comfortable and absolutely painless. During the procedure, patients feel only warmth, the intensity of which depends on the selected parameters. There is no rehabilitation period. Immediately after the procedure, a slight reddening of the skin may be observed due to heating of the tissues, the severity of which will depend on the location of the vessels relative to the skin surface. Redness goes away on its own in 10-30 minutes. Thus, you can return to your usual way of life right away without postponing the thermolifting procedure over the weekend.

A large number of anti-aging procedures are not recommended in summer, does this apply to RF lifting and RF lipolysis?

RF lifting is an all-season procedure, it has no restrictions on the degree of tanning. But it should be remembered that it is not recommended to do the procedure before and immediately after visiting the solarium.

Is it possible after the thermolifting procedure to make a cooling plasticizing mask to enhance the effect?

No. Immediately after the RF lifting procedure, any cooling is unacceptable. During the procedure, a certain temperature is reached and metabolic processes are activated. A decrease in temperature immediately after the procedure will reduce the result. To enhance lifting immediately after the procedure, you can use various ampoule concentrates, serums and masks without a cooling effect.

There are dilated vessels on the face that I would like to remove. In what sequence should the thermolifting procedure and the removal of the vascular network be carried out?

During the consultation, the cosmetologist diagnoses the skin and determines the severity of the vascular network on the face. The doctor decides on the possibility of RF lifting and the selection of the parameters of the procedure individually with each patient, based on the aesthetic condition of the skin. Removal of blood vessels on the face must be carried out after completing a course of radio wave lifting.

Can RF lifting and RF lipolysis be performed on the same day?

Oh sure. But it should be remembered that the total exposure time should not exceed 90-120 minutes.

With which procedures can RF lipolysis in the abdominal area be alternated to obtain an aesthetic result in the shortest possible time?

RF lipolysis is often combined with lipolytic mesotherapy in a single course to enhance the effect in one anatomical area. But do not forget that the liver takes an active part in the process of utilizing fatty acids, therefore, before starting the course of lipolytic procedures, it is recommended to take a biochemical blood test and do an ultrasound of the liver and gallbladder. Preparation for the RF lipolysis procedure is not required, but at least 1 hour should elapse after a meal.

When is it better to install mesothreads: before or after the RF lifting procedure?

With pronounced fat deposits in the face area, it is recommended to undergo a course of radio wave lifting procedures using the ReAction apparatus. After implantation of RF mesothreads, lifting is carried out no earlier than after 4-6 weeks. The possibility of combining mesothreads and thermolifting, as well as the sequence of procedures, is decided by the cosmetologist individually for consultation, and depends on the initial condition of the patient's skin, the zone of introduction of the mesothreads and their number. Mesothreads have proven themselves well in the correction of gravitational ptosis as a mono procedure.

Is it possible to combine the procedures of radio wave lifting on the ReAction apparatus and plasmolifting in the face area to enhance the effect? What intervals should be done between treatments?

It is permissible to combine these procedures within the same course in the same anatomical zone, while observing the interval between procedures. The sequence and number of procedures depends on the aesthetic condition of the patient's skin, the type of aging, the severity of involutional changes, the maintenance of the menstrual cycle in women, etc. Plasmolifting in combination with RF lifting allows you to get excellent results in the shortest possible time.

How long will it take to see the result after RF lifting and how long will it last?

You can see the result after the first procedure, as a rule, for 2-3 days. Since the process of synthesizing new collagen fibers is long, the effect will only grow over time. After a course of procedures, the result lasts from 6 months to 1.5-2 years. Carrying out supporting procedures allows you to extend the results obtained after the course.

A week ago, the nasolabial folds were corrected with a preparation based on hyaluronic acid. Can I start a radio wave lifting course with the ReAction device in the near future?

RF lifting in the face area after the correction of nasolabial folds is extremely undesirable, since there will be a rapid resorption of the drug based on hyaluronic acid injected into the area of the nasolabial folds.

RF lifting is a modern non-invasive method of non-surgical face and body rejuvenation. Radio frequency energy has been widely used in aesthetic medicine in recent years.

The lifting effect under the influence of radiofrequency is comparable to the results of plastic surgery.

Radio wave energy is a type of electromagnetic energy that stimulates and renews the skin. Radiofrequency energy is used in therapies that can shape the silhouette, and reduce the appearance of cellulite and body fat. Radiofrequency treatments are effective for smoothing expression lines, reducing localized fat deposits, and tightening skin laxity as a consequence of pregnancy or liposuction.

RF equipment allows many women to regain their beauty without resorting to radical methods. Devices using radio frequency energy include radio lifting, thermal lifting, thermal lifting, RF lifting, Thermage. RF lifting is ideal for non-invasive facelift and body shaping.

With age, or due to the influence of harmful factors, collagen fibers lose their ability to maintain skin tone. This leads to sagging skin, drooping eyelids, the formation of wrinkles, and loss of the natural contours of the face.

RF face lifting is recommended for people over the age of 30, as it allows you to fight the first signs of aging. In addition, at the age of 40, 50 or 60, you can stimulate facial skin renewal using RF waves.

How do radio waves work on the skin?

RF is an abbreviation for Radio Frequency. The device heads emit electromagnetic waves that have a frequency of 3 kHz to 3000 GHz and a wavelength of 0.1 millimeter to 100 km. Technically speaking, the radio frequency range is the lowest frequency range of electromagnetic radiation within the spectrum.

The human body can conduct current and therefore will function as part of an electrical circuit. When RF energy passes through the human body, electrical resistance will arise, converting electric current into thermal energy deep in the dermis. RF waves work within the dermis.

The effect of exposure to radio waves on tissue can be divided into three phases:

1) primary compression of collagen fibers;
2) collagen synthesis;
3) reconfiguration of collagen fibers.

1. The phase of intensive heat treatment lasts up to 72 hours.

The most important factor influencing the lifting effect is the temperature reached inside the tissues. Collagen and elastin are naturally occurring proteins and are known to denature when heated. During the procedure, the collagen fibers are heated to a temperature of 55-60 ° C, which leads to an initial contraction of one third of the original length. The primary denaturation of collagen in thermally modified deep tissues causes tension in the overlying skin, which provides an immediate visible lifting effect. The result is an immediate tightening and tightening effect on the skin.

The quality of the skin is improved without damaging the epidermis, wrinkles and small scars are smoothed, and the oval of the face is improved.

2. The neocollagen process (synthesis of collagen fibers) lasts from 3 to 4 weeks.

Temporary overheating activates the metabolism of fibroblasts (cells that produce collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid), that is, it starts the synthesis of new skin proteins. The result is the restoration of collagen, which increases the density, flexibility and firmness of the skin, and also improves the complexion.

This action significantly slows down the thinning of the skin, therefore this procedure is applicable not only for mature skin with visible signs of aging, but also after 30 years of age, as a stimulation of skin renewal.

3. The phase of reconfiguration of collagen fibers lasts 3-6 months.

Only after this time will the final RF lifting effect be seen. The essence of the processes lies in the gradual disappearance of inflammatory cells, the formation and strengthening of new collagen fibers, an increase in the tension of the connective tissue. New elastin fibers are also formed. All this leads to an increase in the volume of skin fibers by 30%, which leads to a denser tissue of the dermis and reduces wrinkles.

The aesthetic effect is rather long-lasting, lasting for about 5 years.

RF waves also affect fat cells. Selective heating of fat cells leads to an acceleration of fat metabolism, which leads to the formation of fatty acids and glycerol, which penetrate the cell membrane to the outside. The acceleration of blood circulation allows the drainage of fatty deposits into the lymphatic system so that fat is naturally excreted from the body. As a result, there is a decrease in the unevenness of cellulite and the volume of adipose tissue. The observed effects persist for up to 5 years.

It should be noted that radio waves stimulate superficial and deep tissues, improving their oxygenation, nutrition, blood microcirculation, and the functioning of the lymphatic system. Radio frequency energy relaxes muscles, enhances metabolic processes in tissues, and neutralizes free radicals. An increase in temperature to 45-55 ° C stimulates the production of endogenous endorphins (hormones of happiness).

How do I prepare for the procedure?

Before the operation, the specialist must inform the client about the possible effects and the presence of contraindications.

Before the lifting procedure, patients should avoid activities that may cause skin irritation (tanning in the sun, in a solarium).

Some women find that their skin is more sensitive just before and during their menstrual cycle, which should be considered when planning treatment.

Contraindications

If the patients are healthy and do not have any skin disease or infection in the corrective area, there are several medical reasons why patients should not receive radiofrequency treatment.

Contraindications to the lifting procedure can be absolute and relative. Relative contraindications:

pregnancy at all stages;
menstruation;
lactation period;
acute viral infection;
fever;
rash, skin inflammation and damage;
rosacea.

The absolute contraindications for RF wave therapy are:

arterial hypertension;
cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders;
the presence of silicon and metal in the body;
tendency to keloid scars;
cancer and conditions after radiation therapy;
blood clotting disorders;
atherosclerosis;
mental illness;
connective tissue diseases;
long-term use of immunosuppressive drugs and anticoagulants;
implanted gold threads or permanent fillers.

If the body contains electrical devices such as pacemakers or metal implants such as artificial joints, heart valves, or dental plates, the current flowing through the body may interfere with the operation of the devices or cause the metal implants to heat up, harming the patient.

How is the procedure going?

Treatment begins with a superficial cleansing of the face. Make-up, grease and dead skin cells need to be removed. After thorough cleaning and drying, the skin is lubricated with a special gel. The gel acts as an additional barrier between the surface layers of the skin and the tip of the device. An anesthetic cream can be applied for local anesthesia.

Depending on the device used, a "mesh" may be applied to the face to ensure uniform exposure to radio waves. During RF lifting, you can feel a pleasant soft feeling of warmth. Modern devices have built-in capabilities to protect the skin surface from heat.

The processing time does not exceed 20-40 minutes. After the lift is completed, a soothing gel or lotion can be applied.

After the lifting procedure, it is not recommended to participate in sports sections, swimming pools and open water bodies. It is undesirable to sunbathe in a solarium and in the sun for 2 weeks. Thermal procedures (sauna, steam room) and peeling are prohibited. Vitamin C should be taken within six months to maintain collagen synthesis.

Side effects and risks

During RF lifting, the client will feel warmth every time the energy of radio waves penetrates the skin and underlying tissues. Since the pain threshold varies from person to person, it is difficult to expect any quantitative assessment of the pain of treatment. It also depends on the device used.

The most commonly reported side effects of RF energy lifting are swelling and redness. The redness of the skin usually disappears very quickly, about an hour after the procedure, so that the patient can return to work and normal activities immediately after treatment. Some patients also reported dry skin on the treated area.

In rare cases, after RF lifting, redness, slight tingling, tissue swelling may occur, which usually disappear within a few days or weeks. One of the most serious potential complications from RF energy lifting is the formation of depressions, which are collapsed areas. This is due to overheating of the underlying tissue, causing atrophy or excessive contraction of the adipose tissue.

How many procedures will be required?

For people between the ages of 25 and 35, 1 facelift is recommended for prevention purposes. For people over 35 years of age, a series of RF lifting treatments is offered. The effects are already visible after the first treatment. A typical treatment consists of a series of 6-8 sessions. Each session lasts 15 to 40 minutes (depending on the area being treated). The number of sessions is calculated individually, depending on the desired result.

The minimum number of procedures is 4 in 7-14 days. Each subsequent treatment enhances the previous result.
After the end of the lifting series, a break of at least 6 months is recommended.

The overall effect lasts from two to five years. Regularly repeated RF lifting procedures significantly improve skin firmness and tone.

The best results occur in people aged 30-55, in which the skin responds easily to stimuli, and in the elderly, good results are also observed.

The length of the interval between the series of treatments and the possibility of a supportive lifting depends on the patient's genetic ability to create new collagen fibers and the person's age. This is due to the physiological age-related degradation of collagen.

Results of RF lifting

Immediate lifting results are observed in almost all patients already during the first session.

Immediately after the procedure, the skin of the face is clearly tightened, the upper eyelid is lifted and the cheekbones are accentuated; the sagging of the cheeks is reduced.

The desired effect can then be observed over the course of a series of treatments - a noticeable reduction in wrinkles, a facelift and an improvement in its contours.

RF face lifting corrects sagging skin in the chin area, smoothes wrinkles, reduces local fat deposits, eliminates skin laxity, narrows enlarged pores, reduces bags under the eyes and crow's feet, lifts drooping corners of the mouth, tightens the skin and reduces the formation of wrinkles by neck. Relaxing the muscles smoothes the facial features.

In the body area, RF therapy results in:

elimination of cellulite;
burning fat;
restoration of body shape after childbirth;
elimination of skin laxity in selected areas of the body;
reduction of scars and stretch marks;
improving the firmness and elasticity of the skin;
slimming and modeling specific areas of the body.

However, if there is a significant amount of excess or loose skin, especially in elderly patients over sixty years of age, this procedure cannot lead to significant improvement and a traditional lifting may be recommended to achieve the best result.

Benefits of treatment

RF therapy is a non-invasive, comfortable and painless procedure that involves stimulating the skin with radiofrequency currents.

This is a treatment using natural physiological mechanisms that are activated after thermal injury, resulting in improved skin condition, elasticity and density.

The RF lifting procedure can be performed when it is convenient for the patient and does not require a lengthy period or recovery procedure. Non-invasive treatment does not cause harmful effects such as tissue destruction, bleeding, bruising or scarring.

The Thermage device uses radio frequency energy to affect the deep layers of the skin. In this case, the existing collagen is compacted and the synthesis of new collagen is stimulated. The procedure is ...

RF lifting - what is it? This is a rejuvenating procedure that acts on the skin with an electric current or an electric field. Otherwise it can be called thermal (thermage) or radio frequency (RF) lifting.

This is a painless procedure that allows you to cope with many aesthetic problems, for example, improve skin condition, cure lipodystrophy.

You will see the effect immediately after the session, and lasting rejuvenation can be achieved after a few weeks.

High-frequency current provides heating and tissue tightening. Unlike plastic surgery, which fights wrinkles by resecting excess skin, RF lifting contributes to the fact that, due to the formation of new collagen fibers, the tissues adhere to the muscles more tightly.

After plastic surgery, the skin is smoothed due to the fact that it is stretched, but its structure does not change.

RF lifting mechanism of action

RF lifting is a technique in cosmetology, which means that the skin heats up to a certain temperature, as a result of which the fibrillar fibers harden.

They transform into spirals with a dense framework that maintains the connection between cells and provides elasticity to the skin from the inside.

Collagen is proteinaceous, so it curls up when exposed to high temperatures. As a result, the skin is tightened and smoothed.

In parallel, the fat, which is in the subcutaneous tissue, due to thermal effects, dissolves and is excreted in a physiological way.

Manipulation stimulates blood circulation, helps to bring metabolic processes back to normal, provides oxygen saturation at the cellular level and stimulates the elimination of toxic substances from the body.

Such hardware manipulation rejuvenates the skin in an instant, removes ptosis (sagging tissues), tightens the face contour and removes traces of fatigue.

The effect lasts for a long time and increases for six months after the procedure.

Visit a doctor before performing the manipulation!

Indications for RF lifting

RF facelift () is indicated in certain cases.

INDICATIONS

With aging of the skin, when there is a network of expression and age wrinkles, as well as pronounced folds on the forehead and crow's feet around the eyes.
When changing the contour of the face (partial sagging of the subcutaneous fat and the upper layers of the dermis).
With photoaging (the formation of wrinkles and age spots under the influence of the sun).
With the consequences of acne (scars and darkening).

RF body lifting is also indicated for specific problems.

INDICATIONS

"Orange peel";
the appearance of stretch marks after childbirth or with a sharp change in weight;
local fat deposits;
sagging skin after excessive weight loss after childbirth;
loss of elasticity, skin laxity that appears with age.

Thermal tightening is often used to fix the results after plastic surgery and other aesthetic manipulations, such as:

operating facelift;
mesotherapy;

To fix the results of rejuvenation for a long period of time, use the technique in combination with mesotherapy and biorevitalization.

Contraindications to the procedure

There are also contraindications to thermal tightening.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

pregnancy and the period of feeding the child;
the presence of oncological processes in the body;
inflammation of the capillaries;
connective tissue diseases of an autoimmune nature;
birthmarks, scars, scars, skin lesions, silicone or metal implants in the affected area;
viral diseases;
endocrine system disorders;
diabetes;
consistently high blood pressure indicators;
epileptic seizures;
violation of the blood coagulation system;
and other skin diseases;
taking certain medications;
fever.

Thermal tightening effect

The skin condition before and after is very different. Therefore, the result is clearly visible in the photo before and after the tightening.

The effect that such a tightening gives is manifested in:

Benefits of manipulation

The advantages of the procedure include:

This lift is suitable for any skin (normal, dry, combination and even problematic).
After exposure to radiation, there are no scars, bruises and other ugly marks on the skin.
The manipulation does not cause any pain in the patient. She only feels pleasant warmth.
The facelift does not require any special preparation.
The condition of the skin is improved by natural human resources, no foreign ingredients are introduced.

There is no age limit. Manipulation can be carried out by both young and older people.

However, the best results can be achieved if the lifting is carried out when the first signs of aging appear.

The course of thermal tightening is from six to twelve sessions with a minimum interval of two weeks.

After a full course of procedures, the rejuvenating effect grows, after which it is gradually neutralized.

To maintain results, the lift must be repeated several times a year.

Cons of the aesthetic procedure

Permanent exposure to radio emission affects all organs and systems of the human body. With RF tightening, the time of such exposure is minimal, but the cosmetologist cannot guarantee the absolute harmlessness of this rejuvenating manipulation.

The cost of the procedure is high. RF lifting is not available to everyone. Moreover, the effect will have to be maintained, and several procedures will have to be carried out every year.

In addition, such a lift has an increased risk of complications and side effects, including severe skin hyperemia, edema, hemorrhages under the skin, burns, scars, and sometimes hyperpigmentation.

The likelihood of negative consequences of aesthetic manipulation is determined by the level of technological equipment and professionalism of a specialist who determines the exposure time and parameters of radio waves.

Equipment

Cosmetologists use various radio frequency devices that differ from each other in the following parameters:

current strength;
the number of radioelectrodes;
additional options;
the presence of automated modes that allow programming the specified characteristics during manipulation.

All thermal lifting equipment is divided into several groups:

Unipolar(monopolar). Reviews of cosmetologists indicate that monopolar lifting gives the most noticeable effect. But you can refer to him no more than once. This is the first generation of RF therapy devices. They are used for an exercise that allows you to reduce the thickness of subcutaneous adipose tissue. In the process of manipulation, one contact is placed under the patient, and the cosmetologist works with the other. The device provides heat penetration to a considerable depth, while the entire body of the patient is in the areola of the electric current, as a result of which the risk of complications increases. Another serious drawback of this technique is the pronounced soreness that a person feels in the process of rejuvenation. To ease the discomfort, specialists cool the working surface of the radioelectrode.
Bipolar. Such a procedure is distinguished by a more gentle action, but in order to achieve a result, it must be carried out at least six times. Such devices are equipped with handles, in which two contact electrical conductors are located. The penetration depth of energy in these devices is much reduced. This makes it possible to significantly reduce the feeling of pain during the session. Such a bipolar device affects not only the skin, but also the fatty tissue. At the same time, devices of the second generation are recognized as more harmless and safe.
Multipolar. Tripolar (multipolar) thermal tightening is performed using multiple electrodes. The poles are systematically switched, as a result of which they in turn affect different layers of the skin. Such devices are the third generation of radio frequency transmitters. Several working conductors are mounted in the maniple of the device, while in a specific time period the impact is carried out only by two of them. Then the device switches, and other electrodes continue to work. This mode makes it possible to act on large surfaces of the body for a short time. Otherwise, these systems are similar to bipolar ones, the difference between them is only in the number of electrodes.

Stages of aesthetic manipulation

The RF lift does not require lengthy preparation. But before the procedure, it is recommended to visit a dermatologist and therapist to identify possible contraindications. Before a hardware lifting session, you must remove all metal products.

Procedure progress:

The beautician cleans the patient's skin and lubricates it with a guide gel. If a monopolar device is used, one of the electrodes is fixed on the body; when using devices of other generations, this stage is omitted.

The specialist smoothly traces the maniple over the skin. The entire session takes just under a quarter of an hour.

After manipulation, it is prohibited:

rub your skin and use aggressive cosmetics;
visit the bathhouse (sauna);
play sports intensively;
sunbathe.

Possible negative consequences

Complications, as a rule, appear if the beautician does not take into account the patient's contraindications.

High-frequency current especially negatively affects people with diseases of the immune and hormonal systems.

In general, after manipulation, certain discomfort and swelling may appear. But within a few days they disappear and never return.

You will need to contact your doctor if pigmentation appears after the procedure, signs of dermatitis or herpes worsens.

Comparison of RF lifting with other procedures

Thermal tightening prices

The cost of the procedure in Moscow ranges from 2,000 rubles to 50,000 rubles. This difference is due to the different reputation of aesthetic and professional level of cosmetologists.

In provincial cities, prices for thermal tightening are an order of magnitude lower.

Apparatus for home use

RF lifting can be done at home. For this, special devices are purchased that have a significantly lower power and dimensions.

You can buy such a device in stores that specialize in equipment for cosmetic procedures.

Home rejuvenation leads to positive changes. But with its help it is impossible to achieve the same clear effect as in the case of salon methods.

In the field of aesthetic cosmetology, there are quite a few hardware techniques that allow you to quickly and permanently improve the condition of the skin and rejuvenate it. One of them is RF-lifting, the therapeutic effect of which is based on high-frequency radio wave action.

RF-lifting is a hardware procedure with a pronounced tightening and rejuvenating effect. During the sessions, the skin is heated by radio waves of a certain frequency, which trigger renewal and active regeneration processes in the dermis.

The RF-lifting technique began to be used by American cosmetologists in the late 80s. The device for the procedure had two plates - an inactive and an active one - the latter was applied to the problem areas and affected the tissues with powerful electrical impulses. The sessions were mostly effective, but in some cases they ended in burns.

Modern devices for RF-lifting emit weak radio-frequency waves, their low power guarantees painlessness and complete safety of the procedure.

The principle of the technique

The firmness and elasticity of our skin is provided by the collagen produced within its tissues. The production of this connective protein decreases its rate over the years, therefore, signs of aging are actively beginning to appear: flabbiness, dryness and the presence of wrinkles.

The high-frequency current emitted by the RF-lifting device penetrates into the deep layers of the skin, heats the tissues up to 65 ° C, stimulating the active production of collagen. The launched natural synthesis of connective protein quickly brings positive dynamics: wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin is tightened and takes on a healthy look. The achieved effect of the procedure gradually increases and can last up to 2 months, after which the session is repeated again to stimulate the renewal processes.

RF lifting techniques

There are several types of RF-lifting, they are classified according to the type of device used:

In the last group, the techniques that combine vacuum and injection action are especially prominent. A number of RF-lifting devices are equipped with negative pressure attachments. During the procedure, they, moving along the skin, tighten it with a vacuum, pressing it as much as possible against the acting electrodes.

Another popular innovative method is fractional needle RF-lifting. The radiofrequency pulses generated by the device are transmitted to a depth of 0.5-3.5 mm with microneedles.

Apparatus

So, what are the features of RF-lifting devices? Each type has a different power, impact force and the principle of delivering thermal energy to tissues:

Modern monopolar devices are in many ways similar to their American "progenitors" - they have only one working electrode, which transmits a fairly powerful radiation. This colossal force not only effectively heats the tissues to a sufficient depth, triggering collagen synthesis in them, but also injures the layers of the skin, provoking active regeneration processes in it. The result from a monopolar lifting is the fastest and most effective, but this far from sparing procedure is permissible only once in a lifetime.
Multipolar devices have several (2-3) active electrodes, they emit weak currents, gently warming up tissues up to 450 speakers.
Bipolar vacuum devices are the most popular because they combine the effectiveness of traditional RF lifting and vacuum massage. The skin after the procedures is tightened not only due to the active synthesis of collagen, but also due to improved blood circulation, increased elasticity of blood vessels and muscle tone, provoked by the vacuum action of the apparatus.
Fractional needle devices for RF-lifting deliver thermal energy to tissues through microneedles inserted under the skin. The rejuvenating effect of radio waves is enhanced by trauma to the dermis and the start of the regeneration process.

A disposable nozzle can have from 10 to 50 needles, but, according to cosmetologists practicing this technique, the most optimal number is 25.
For more information about the innovative fractional needle lifting and the features of the procedure, see the video below:

Advantages

RF-lifting procedures are in great demand, which is easily explained by the almost complete absence of disadvantages and side effects and the presence of a number of significant advantages:

painlessness and safety of RF-lifting;
lack of a rehabilitation period;
no side effects in the form of edema, hematomas;
guaranteed positive dynamics;
no restrictions on the area of exposure in one session;
optimal duration of preservation of the result.

The exception is needle RF-lifting - during the procedure, the skin is subjected to multiple micro-punctures, and if the pain is leveled by the use of anesthetic gels, then the wounds from the needles will be visible for a long time.

RF-lifting procedures do not have age restrictions, on the contrary, cosmetologists strongly recommend using the hardware technique as early as possible, so that manipulations serve as a measure of effective prevention and delay the manifestation of signs of skin aging as much as possible.

Indications and contraindications

RF-lifting is used not only for rejuvenating and tightening the contours of the face, the technique is actively used to eliminate the aesthetic problems that have arisen throughout the body:

The positive dynamics of the RF-lifting technique in the fight against fat deposits is based on the destruction of the subcutaneous fat during intensive heating, which decomposes under thermal action into simple elements that are quickly removed from the tissues.

The loss of "extra centimeters" is not accompanied by sagging of the skin, as is the case with a sharp weight loss - due to the launch of active processes of collagen synthesis and regeneration, the body contours are immediately tightened.

RF-lifting, like any hardware procedure, has contraindications. The absolute ones include:

skin diseases;
oncological diseases;
moles, age spots and papillomas in the problem area;
the presence of a pacemaker, metal and silicone implants;
hypertonic disease;
thrombophlebitis and varicose veins;
endocrine diseases (thyrotoxicosis, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus);
atherosclerosis;
pathology of the nervous system.

Temporary contraindications include wounds and abrasions in the problem area, colds with fever, viral infections, pregnancy, scleroderma, and lupus erythematosus.

RF-lifting of face, body and abdomen

Before the procedure, a preparatory stage takes place, during which you have to undergo an examination by a dermatologist and have a conversation with a beautician. Experts will identify if there are significant contraindications to hardware manipulation, and determine how many sessions you need to eliminate the existing problem. The estimated duration of each procedure and the entire course, as well as the intensity of exposure, is influenced by the age of the patient and the severity of the aesthetic defect.

RF-lifting, regardless of the localization of the treatment area, is carried out according to the standard algorithm:

Cleansing the skin from traces of cosmetics, keratinized particles, sebum and other impurities.
Treatment of the skin surface with a special contact conductive gel.
Warming up the treated area with a nozzle. The exposure temperature is controlled by a cosmetologist and is regulated on the device, with correctly selected parameters, patients feel a slight tingling and warmth.
The duration of one procedure depends on the area of the treated surface. RF-facelift takes no more than 20 minutes on average.

At the end of the session, a soothing composition is applied to the treated skin, followed by a moisturizer. RF-lifting is a completely safe procedure with a guaranteed positive result. You will learn about the features of its holding in a salon from the video:

RF face lifting: before and after photos

As you can see in the photographs, RF-lifting has amazing effectiveness: after the first session, the complexion is refreshed, and the skin is tightened and smoothed. The course of procedures allows you to cope with seemingly insoluble age-related problems: the double chin, bags under the eyes and drooping of the eyelids are eliminated. RF-lifting is able to quickly overcome aesthetic defects: launched regeneration processes rid the skin of acne traces in several sessions.

Difference between RF and thermolifting

Many women, thinking about the return of youth, cannot choose the best option in the variety of methods. A wide list of hardware procedures and their names can confuse any of us, therefore, in order not to understand the terminology and mechanisms of action, we rely on someone else's experience. Some friends recommend us RF-lifting, others - thermolifting. Which method will be more effective?

In fact, these two terms cannot be put in the same row. Thermolifting is the name of a whole group of hardware rejuvenating procedures based on a warming effect on tissues. The list of these techniques includes:

fractional lifting;
infrared lifting;
light lifting;
radio wave lifting.

It is impossible to compare and look for the difference between RF and thermolifting, since the second term includes the actual radio wave technique and other hardware manipulations.

Skin care after the procedure

The only side effect after the procedure is a slight reddening of the skin and slight swelling associated with thermal effects on the tissues. In 2-3 days, these subtle effects of RF lifting will disappear without a trace. To speed up the renewal process and successfully consolidate the result of the manipulation, the cosmetologist will give you recommendations for care:

The first day. Do not use decorative cosmetics and wash your face within 24 hours after RF-lifting.
Maximum hydration. Use day and night creams regularly, and drink at least 3 liters of water to maintain optimal hydration.
Protection against aggressive influences. For a week after the session, you cannot sunbathe in the sun and visit the solarium, and also not swim in the pools - chlorinated water dries the skin. It is also better to postpone the use of peels and scrubs.
Moisture retention. In order not to deprive the skin of the moisture necessary for the processes of regeneration, do not visit the sauna and Russian bath during the week, and also avoid intense activities associated with active sweating.

RF-lifting is considered the safest and most non-traumatic hardware method of rejuvenation. Its use has no consequences, but the effect of the painless procedure is amazing: it is able to tighten the contours, get rid of wrinkles, stretch marks, scars and excess body fat.

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Another procedure	Comparison
Laser resurfacing	This procedure is done using a laser beam. Compared to RF-lifting, it is more traumatic. If the doctor does not have sufficient experience using a powerful laser, then you can get burned.
Biorevitalization	Carrying out such a procedure, a person is faced with damage to the skin, which cannot be said about RF-lifting. In addition, after biorevitalization, rehabilitation will be longer.
Filler injection	The procedure is considered more traumatic. There are also more contraindications. But to achieve a positive result, it is required to carry out more than one RF-lifting procedure. In addition, the effect will last longer if fillers are injected.

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