Venus Radio Frequency Treatment

Skin ageing is a natural process caused by intrinsic (chronological) and extrinsic (environmental) damage. These factors contribute to the visible signs of skin ageing, such as a loss of skin firmness and laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage and hyperpigmentation, irregular skin tone and texture, large pores, dry skin and a loss of facial volume.

Intrinsic ageing is a natural process, determined by internal factors and is programmed by our genes. Extrinsic ageing, also known as photo-ageing, is caused by external factors that we are regularly exposed to and can be prevented or minimised. External elements such as sunlight, pollution, nutritional intake, smoking, stress and lack of sleep are among the most common factors. The single biggest culprit is the sun!

Over time, this causes the surface layers of the skin, known as the epidermis, to thin and the number of melanocytes – the pigment producing cells – to decrease. In sun-exposed areas, the remaining melanocytes increase in size. This leads to the skin appearing thinner and paler with large pigmented areas known as age spots, lentigos or liver spots. The production of oil slows down causing dryness and the blood vessels become more fragile, increasing the incidence of bruising and other related conditions.

Loss of fat under the skin becomes evident in areas such as the cheeks, temples, chin, nose and eyes. Collagen and elastin are the fibres that give our skin its structure and the breakdown of these leads to lines, wrinkles and a loss of elasticity resulting in skin sagging.

The sun’s harmful rays are the main culprit behind many of these skin changes and although these effects cannot be completely undone, with the correct skincare and advanced clinical treatments, they can be significantly reduced. The skin remembers every hour of sun it’s been exposed to, and although the effects don’t show whilst we are young, it’s extremely important to protect your skin throughout your whole life.

At your initial consultation we will determine your suitability, explain what a course of treatments entails and discuss your treatment goals.

During the treatment, using the handheld Venus RF device, we will be working in circular motions over the targeted treatment area(s) to distribute heat and pulsed electro-magnetic fields into multiple tissue depths. This provides effective clinical results such as skin tightening, collagen synthesis and immediate skin lifting with increased radiance.

After the treatment has been completed, you will be advised of home care advice and will receive the appropriate after care form.

We use the Venus Freeze system, which is equipped with several safety mechanisms to ensure that every treatment is not only effective, but also completely safe. The feeling can best be described as warm pulses on the skin. Treatments can last anywhere from 30 minutes upward, depending on the area(s) being treated, and are very relaxing.

The applicators are equipped with real-time thermal feedback sensors that provide instant temperature feedback to ensure greater operator control, optimal safety and extremely effective results.

As this is a non-invasive treatment, there is no downtime. Due to increased blood flow, you may experience a soft pink glow for up to a couple of hours post-treatment.