RF - lifting or laser infrared thermolifting - how to figure out which is better?
Most modern hardware rejuvenation technologies are based on the effects of radio waves or lasers. All these techniques are called thermolifting and “work” in approximately the same way - they heat the skin layers, triggering the production of new collagen.
For a beginner, the sophisticated names of numerous procedures in this series sound the same. In fact, how can you figure out what the difference is between RF lifting and thermolifting using lasers? And what is better, infrared fractional thermolifting with the Palomar laser or Fraxel dermal optical thermolysis?
New technologies for preserving youth are so diverse that it is impossible to do without special education or “your own” cosmetologist.
Laser skin rejuvenation.
At Platinental we have collected almost all modern methods of non-surgical rejuvenation. We work closely with each one, we know their advantages and disadvantages, and we always draw up an individual treatment plan for our patients. After all, couperose skin at 35 and excess skin at 45 require a different approach.
Meanwhile, RF thermal lifting Reaction has a number of advantages, and they are significant.
RF lifting VIORA V20
In the process of involutional changes, not only the skin suffers, but also its muscle, connective and adipose tissue. Over the years, tissues lose their elasticity, the skin of the face and body becomes dry, wrinkled, and tissues sag, subject to gravity.
For a long time, such effects of aging could only be eliminated through plastic surgery. Today, there are alternative non-surgical methods for tissue tightening (lifting) using hardware cosmetology.
VIORA V-20 is a multifunctional non-surgical medical cosmetology platform based on optical and radiofrequency technology. The operating principle of the platform is to use radio frequency (RF) to perform cosmetic and dermatological procedures in the face, neck, décolleté and hands. In medicine, radiofrequency technology (RF technology) is widely used for coagulation and removal of soft tissue. Over time, RF technology has found wide application in the field of cosmetology and dermatology to strengthen and improve the condition of the skin of the face and body.
VIORA v20 is based on the patented Israeli “CORE” technology, the essence of which is the use of bipolar RF energy with three frequencies of RF waves and their various combinations. Radiofrequency energy is a form of electromagnetic energy that, when applied to tissue, produces electromagnetic fields that cause molecules within the tissue to vibrate and heat up. As a result of radiofrequency exposure, significant heating of various layers of the skin occurs, which stimulates the activity of fibroblasts, leading to denaturation of collagen and remodeling of the dermis.
During the procedure, patients usually feel intense warmth and tingling, and sometimes pain. Immediately after the manipulation, the skin turns red and tension in the skin in the treatment area is felt.
The procedure is carried out in accordance with the treatment plan and schedule selected by the doctor individually for each patient based on individual characteristics after the results of the control (trial) procedure.
Indications
— drooping/sagging skin in various areas of the face and body due to age-related changes;
- wrinkles;
- cellulite;
- stretch marks (striae) on the body;
— post-acne condition, pigmentation, spider veins;
- scars, scars, uneven skin on the face and body;
-local fat deposits;
The degree of correction and duration of the effect of the procedure depend on the structure of the skin defect, individual characteristics, characteristics and condition of the skin and soft tissues of the problem area.
Contraindications:
- Fresh tan.
- Increased photosensitivity (photodermatosis)
- Exacerbation of systemic skin diseases.
- Acute viral infections.
- Pregnancy.
- Diabetes mellitus in the stage of decompensation.
Prices for RF lifting VIORA V20
Zone | Impulses | Price |
RF face lift | 13 000 | |
RF lifting around the eyes | 6500 | |
RF neck lift | 8000 | |
RF forehead lift | 7000 | |
RF neckline lifting | 10 000 | |
RF lifting lower third of the face | 7500 | |
RF lifting upper third of the face | 6000 | |
RF hand lifting | 3500 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis belly | 8800 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of the anterior thigh | 7800 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of the posterior thigh | 7800 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of the buttocks | 10 000 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of flanks | 7800 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of shoulders | 7000 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis knees | 5700 | |
Thermolifting/thermolipolysis of the back (locally) | 8200 | |
Fractional rejuvenation full face | 200 | 17 500 |
Rejuvenation around the eyes | 40 | 8 800 |
Neck rejuvenation | 100 | 13 000 |
Neckline rejuvenation | 150 | 14 000 |
Hand rejuvenation | 100 | 9 500 |
Stretch marks (abdomen/chest) | 120 | 13 000 |
Post-acne cheeks (locally) | 120 | 11 500 |
Pigment face (locally) | 100 | 7 000 |
Hand pigment (locally) | 50 | 7 000 |
Reaction 5: the impact is deeper, the effect is more obvious
Most of these techniques work on the superficial layers of the skin. Reaction heats three layers at once, triggering collagen production at a deep level. The effect of the procedure increases over several months and then persists for a long time.
Second plus
deeper impact of Reaction: it is less traumatic for the surface layer of the skin.
This means that you will leave the session radiant and rejuvenated, and not red and swollen
.
Third plus
: CORE technology allows flexible control of exposure temperature. Which negates the possibility of adverse effects of radio wave thermolifting - for example, a continuous subcutaneous scar that occurs due to tissue overheating.
And finally, the fourth advantage
technology – exceptionally painless sensations of internal warmth during the procedure.
Expert comment:
Thermolifting “awakens” collagen, starting the process of natural restoration and rejuvenation of the skin.
And if you combine deep thermal lifting Reaction
, rejuvenation with Silhouette Lift threads and facial reinforcement Radiesse - in fact, this procedure
can become a safe and effective alternative to surgical lifting
.
The fundamental difference between the Reaction technique and, for example, fractional (point) lasers is that they work with the surface layer of the skin and only a little with the dermis itself. During the RF procedure, deep
thermolifting, affecting not only the dermis itself, but even the subcutaneous fatty tissue.
The laser evens out the relief, removes pigment, blurs scars, and RF, due to its deeper impact, also melts fat. Therefore, thermolifting of the body can be considered, perhaps, as one of the few analogues of liposuction.
To achieve a 3D effect, you can combine radio wave thermolifting of the face with other techniques. For example, with the same lasers that give the skin porcelain smoothness. Or use deep ultrasonic facial lifting for an intensive tightening.
Baltacheeva Elmira, dermatocosmetologist.
Review:
“I’m 45. I came to the clinic with the problem of an “apron” on my stomach. Platinental recommended me Reaction thermolifting. They showed “before” and “after” photos of those who had the procedure done.
What I saw inspired me, and I completed 6 sessions. The effect after the course was like losing weight. Only more durable. And the skin on my stomach became as elastic as my daughter’s.
Many thanks to Elmira Baltacheeva! She was able to show me that age is not a barrier to real beauty!
Inna N., Moscow
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Features of the Reaction device
Lifting is carried out by the impact of radiofrequency pulses on tissue, which is supplemented by vacuum capture. With Reaction equipment, penetration to different depths is possible. The maximum reaches the fat layer.
The strength of the vacuum suction also varies depending on the area being treated, as well as the nature of the problem. In total, there are 4 modes of operation of the device’s components, several applicators for treating different areas of the face and body. Hence the broad indications for using the procedure.
Mechanism of action of RF lifting
Reaction-lifting during exposure to radio frequencies stimulates the following processes in tissues:
- lipolysis of fatty tissue;
- improving blood supply to the skin;
- removal of excess fluid;
- increased synthesis of collagen and elastin;
- creation of a tightening frame in the thickness of the dermis.
The result is achieved by heating them to a certain temperature. The surface of the epidermis does not suffer from this. And in the deeper layers, rejuvenating changes begin, noticeable immediately after the procedure. But this is just the first step. The rejuvenation process continues on its own.
How does the procedure work?
The manipulation is performed in a cosmetologist’s office in several stages:
- Remove makeup from the face and additionally cleanse the skin of impurities;
- A thick layer of gel is applied to the corrected area to improve the conductivity of radiofrequency pulses;
- set operating parameters for the device;
- use the applicator to touch the skin of the area to be rejuvenated, without missing a single millimeter;
- When finished, remove the remaining gel and apply a moisturizer to the surface.
During the main stage, the patient feels how the skin is retracted by the applicator. When transmitting a radio frequency pulse, a pleasant warmth is also felt. There is practically no pain, burning or itching during the procedure. Discomfort can only occur if the patient's sensitivity threshold is low.
The session lasts a short time, the duration is determined by the area of the treated area. For example, for the area around the eyes it is 20 minutes. The course consists of 6 - 10 sessions, between which there should be intervals of 1 - 2 weeks.
To learn how the RF facial lifting procedure works, watch this video:
Nozzles:
Skin Tightening for lifting and improving skin elasticity | B-Contour for body | F-Contour for face | |
RF power | up to 125 J/cm3 | up to 50 W | up to 8.5 W |
RF mode 1 | 850 kHz | 850 kHz | 850 kHz |
RF mode 2 | 1.7 MHz | 1.7 MHz | 1.7 MHz |
RF mode 3 | 2.45 MHz | 2.45 MHz | 2.45 MHz |
RF mode 4 | 850 kHz, 1.7 MHz, 2.45 MHz | 850 kHz, 1.7 MHz, 2.45 MHz | 850 kHz, 1.7 MHz, 2.45 MHz |
Vacuum | absent | throbbing | throbbing |
Surface to be processed | 8 mm x 8 mm | 35 mm x 30 mm | 15 mm x 10 mm |