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Microneedling

Benefits of Microneedling with RF for Your Skin

Microneedling with RF Facial treatments offer a variety of benefits that can significantly enhance your skin’s appearance and health. This innovative procedure combines the benefits of traditional microneedling with the skin-tightening effects of RF energy. By delivering energy through the needles, this treatment heats the skin at two different depths, effectively stimulating collagen production.

Microneedling with RF is particularly effective in addressing common skin concerns such as acne scars, fine lines, pigmentation issues, enlarged pores, and uneven skin texture. The procedure promotes skin renewal, resulting in smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin. Whether you’re looking to minimise scars, achieve a smoother surface, or lifting and firming your skin, a microneedling facial could be the ideal solution for your skincare needs.

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What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that has gained popularity in Singapore. It involves using a device with fine needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, triggering the body’s natural healing response and stimulating collagen and elastin production.

What does Microneedling do?

Microneedling is a versatile treatment that can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin texture. The result of microneedling is smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin.

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Different types of microneedling:

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Traditional microneedling

Traditional microneedling involves using a handheld device with small needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The depth and intensity of the needles can be adjusted to customise the treatment for each patient. This is microneedling at its most basic and does not incorporate any other type of medical treatment or technology.
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Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) combines microneedling with the patient’s own blood plasma. The blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma, which is then applied to the skin during the microneedling treatment. This enhances the skin’s healing process to achieve the desired result. However, this treatment is not approved in Singapore.
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Microneedling with RF

Microneedling with radio frequency (RF) is a newer type of microneedling treatment. It combines the benefits of microneedling with the skin tightening effects of RF energy. The needles used in this treatment deliver energy into the skin, heating up the skin at two different depths to stimulating collagen production. This results in smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin.

Due to advancement in medical technology, microneedling with RF can now be combined with serum infusion treatments to target specific skin concerns. This allows practitioners to deposit ingredients like vitamin C and even Rejuran Tone-Up Booster deeper into the skin to boost the treatment of a variety of issues like acne scarring and pigmentation.

Who is suitable for microneedling with RF?

Microneedling with RF is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate the skin and treat scars and wrinkles. It is suitable for people with darker skin tones as it does not involve heat which can affect your skin’s pigmentation or colour. It is often called a “collagen induction therapy” and is ideal for patients who are concerned about ageing, saggy skin.

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Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling in Singapore

Microneedling with RF RF microneedling in Singapore is a type of microneedling with RF treatment that is available in Singapore. It is a minimally invasive and non-surgical treatment that is little to no downtime. It stimulates our skin’s fibroblast to generate collagen and elastin for anti-ageing. It combines two RF waves—monopolar and bipolar at 1 and 2MHz frequencies—in a single device to rejuvenate the skin.

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Safe

Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA)

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Targets Different Skin Concerns

Halley carries six different Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling tips to effectively treat your skin concerns.

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Suitable for all skin types

A great option for individuals with darker skin tones who may not be suitable for laser treatments.

What does Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling do?

RF Microneedling in Singapore
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How does Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling work?

A popular treatment in Singapore, the Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling device uses ultrafine needles to create microscopic punctures in the skin in a controlled manner. These tiny punctures trigger the body’s natural healing response, stimulating collagen and elastin production and improving the overall texture and tone of the skin.

The device has patented tips that releases the RF energy at two different depths. It delivers RF energy deep into the skin, heating up the underlying tissues to promote collagen production. This helps to tighten and firm the skin, reducing the appearance of sagging or wrinkled skin

Monopolar RF and Bipolar RF

Monopolar RF penetrates the skin’s surface, delivering uniform heat at a controlled depth to deeper levels of the skin. Bipolar RF delivers thermal energy at a more concentrated but superficial dermal layer to achieve overall skin revitalisation.

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Pairing Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling with serums

The Microneedling with RF treatment can also include the infusion of serums like the Rejuran Tone-Up Booster into our skin with skincare ingredients that address specific skin concerns and aid skin healing.

Is Microneedling with RF RF microneedling customisable?

Microneedling with RF RF microneedling can be customised to meet the specific needs of each patient. The depth and intensity of the needles and RF energy can be adjusted to target different areas of the face and address different skin concerns.

There are 6 different tips available at Halley Medical Aesthetics: 

  • Fusion Tip (CP 21) – Latest innovation in Microneedling with RF microneedling. It has a patented Cushion-Plus technology that allows the tip to push in the topical serums deep into the necessary areas while the microneedle penetrates the exact depth and releases RF energy simultaneously.  
  • Tiger Tip (S25 and S49) – Used for treating more tissue at multiple depths in a single treatment at the same time. This makes it easy to customize treatments based on the patient’s skin type and allows for a faster procedure. 
  • Insulated Needles (I25 and I49) – Used for both targeted and deep treatments for enhanced results around delicate facial areas. 
  • Single Insulated Needles (A1-15) – Used to target and improve blemishes on the skin. 

This makes Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling a versatile and effective treatment for a wide range of skin concerns.

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Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling for anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation

Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling can stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, which are two essential proteins that give skin its youthful, firm, and radiant appearance. It will plump up the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improve overall skin texture and tone.
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Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling for skin firming and tightening

The microneedles encourage the production of new collagen and elastin fibres, and the RF energy heats up the underlying layers of skin, causing collagen fibres to contract and tighten, resulting in firmer, smoother skin.
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Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling for skin pigmentation

Microneedling with RF RF microneedling is an effective treatment for dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and other discolourations on the skin. It can help to break up excess pigmentation and stimulate the production of new, healthy skin cells.
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Microneedling with RF RF Microneedling for acne and acne scars

Microneedling with RF RF microneedling can improve the appearance of acne and acne scars. It can reduce inflammation in the acne-affected area, diminish redness, and, in turn, prevent the occurrence of acne scars.

FAQs

Numbing cream is applied to the treatment area for about 20 minutes for a more comfortable experience. Treatment time varies depending on the treatment area but lasts about an hour.

A grounding pad is pasted on the body to ensure smooth, uninterrupted flow of RF energy. During microneedling, you will feel short, rapid but tolerable pricks on your skin.
For optimal results, two to four sessions done once a month is recommended. Results are most optimal two to three months after the last treatment.

It is common to experience redness and swelling post-treatment which should go away in a day. There may some small needle marks but those will resolve quickly. Minimal post-treatment care is needed but do remember to apply sunblock before going out and avoid excessive sun exposure.

 

To aid healing, apply Halley’s Brilliance Super Recovery Cream which contains centella asiatica, green tea, and grape seed oil to accelerate skin repair.

Regardless of the type of microneedling treatment, it is important to choose a reputable provider and follow proper aftercare instructions to ensure the best possible results.

*The use of this treatment/product is dependent on the clinical assessment and judgement of a medical professional. Please consult a medical doctor for an informed discussion on the use of this treatment/product.

RF microneedling, or radio frequency microneedling, is a skincare treatment that combines traditional microneedling with radio frequency energy. During the procedure, tiny needles create micro-injuries in the skin while delivering RF energy to the deeper layers. This process stimulates collagen production, helping to improve skin texture and firmness.

It effectively addresses concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and enlarged pores. RF microneedling can also be combined with serum infusion treatments, allowing for deeper absorption of beneficial ingredients. Overall, this treatment offers a smoother and more even appearance with minimal downtime.

Typically, the results from the initial microneedling session can be expected to last around four to six weeks for most individuals. However, the duration of these effects can vary based on several factors, including the specific skin concerns being addressed, the number of treatments received, your age, skin type, and how well your skin reacts to the procedure.

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The use of these treatments/products is dependent on the clinical assessment and judgement of a medical professional. Please consult a medical doctor for an informed discussion on the use of this treatment/product.