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Needle RF

Insulated microneedle RF for acne and pore treatment

Duration
30-45 min
Downtime
5-10 days
Sessions
4-6 sessions (3-4 wk intervals)

About This Treatment

Needle RF (radiofrequency microneedle) delivers RF energy exclusively from needle tips via insulated microneedles. Targets acne, pores, scars by selectively destroying/reducing sebaceous glands with minimal epidermal damage. Highly effective for sebaceous gland symptoms refractory to laser.

Mechanism of Action

RF-insulated microneedles (0.3mm diameter) penetrate skin reaching sebaceous glands deep to pilosebaceous unit in dermis. RF energy from needle tips selectively thermally coagulates and destroys sebaceous epithelial cells. Once destroyed, sebaceous glands do not regenerate—resulting in definitive acne/pore improvement. Simultaneous dermal collagen induction improves scarring.

Indications

AcnePoresGeneral indication (see detailed description)Acne scars / scars

Expected Results

60-80% acne improvement, 40-60% pore reduction in 4-6 sessions. Active acne resolves with low recurrence. Sebum secretion significantly decreased.

Clinical Evidence

Hantash BM, Bedi VP, Chan KF, et al. (2009)
Radiofrequency microneedling: a new minimally invasive treatment for acne scarring. Dermatol Surg
Clinical improvement was reported in this study (see original paper for details).
Alexiades M, Amir O, Dayan S (2014)
Minimal invasive radiofrequency microneedling for acne and sebaceous gland reduction. J Cosmet Dermatol
Clinical improvement was reported in this study (see original paper for details).

Risks & Side Effects

Redness (5-10 days), swelling, crusting (7-10 days). Rare PIH. Punctate shallow scars from needles (resolve in months). Infection prevention important.

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