What is Exion Fractional RF?
Exion Fractional RF is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with fractional technology to stimulate the skin’s natural collagen and elastin production. By delivering controlled RF energy into the deeper layers of the skin through microscopic channels, the treatment triggers the body’s natural healing response—helping to tighten skin, improve texture, and reduce visible signs of aging.
Unlike traditional resurfacing treatments that focus primarily on the surface of the skin, Exion Fractional RF works both on the surface and deep within the dermis, encouraging long-term skin renewal. This dual-action approach can help improve concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin texture, enlarged pores, and mild skin laxity while supporting overall skin health.
The treatment is designed to be minimally invasive with little downtime, making it a popular option for individuals looking to refresh their appearance and restore smoother, firmer, more youthful-looking skin without surgery. Over time, as collagen continues to regenerate, patients often notice progressive improvements in skin tone, elasticity, and overall radiance.
Treatment Areas
Sagging skin, stubborn fat deposits, cellulite, and uneven skin tone, particularly in areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, and buttocks.
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What is Exion Fractional RF?
Exion Fractional RF is a cutting-edge body contouring treatment that utilizes radiofrequency energy to tighten skin, reduce fat, and improve overall skin texture by stimulating collagen production.
How Does It Work?
Exion Fractional RF uses a combination of micro-needles and AI-controlled RF energy to target deeper layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving skin texture. The treatment is customizable to address specific skin concerns, providing effective results with minimal discomfort. Sessions last about 30-60 minutes, and there may be slight redness or swelling afterward, which usually resolves within a few days.
Treatable Issues
Exion Fractional RF effectively treats sagging skin, stubborn fat deposits, cellulite, and uneven skin tone, particularly in areas like the abdomen, thighs, arms, and buttocks.
What to Expect During Treatment?
The treatment involves the use of micro-needles that create thousands of micro-punctures on the skin’s surface to deliver controlled radiofrequency energy in fractional patterns, penetrating deep into the skin’s tissues. The AI-driven delivery optimizes the treatment, ensuring precise coagulation of deep tissues.
Patients may experience a warm and slightly prickly sensation during the procedure. While some individuals may require numbing beforehand, most undergo the therapy with minimal discomfort. Post-treatment, there may be mild redness, which typically resolves quickly.
Expected Results
Patients can expect gradual improvements in skin tightness and texture, with optimal results often visible after several sessions. Continued improvements in skin elasticity and firmness can be seen over time.
Good candidates are individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity or stubborn fat who are in overall good health and have realistic expectations about non-surgical body contouring outcomes.
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Pre-Treatment Guidelines
- Skin Preparation: Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. Avoid applying lotions, oils, or skincare products on the treatment area. Stop using retinal, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, and other active ingredients at least 5 days before treatment.
- Sun Exposure: Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, or self-tanners for at least 10 days prior. Do not arrive with a sunburn or irritated skin on the treatment area.
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your appointment to ensure your skin is hydrated.
- Medical History: Inform your provider if you have any medical implants, pacemakers, or metal devices in the treatment area. Notify your provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any skin conditions or sensitivities.
- Skincare Treatments: Avoid aggressive skincare treatments, such as chemical peels, microneedling, or lasers, for at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Medications: Avoid taking blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin or ibuprofen) 48 hours before treatment unless medically necessary. If you are on any topical or oral acne medications ( e.g., isotretinoin), discuss this with your provider.
Disclaimer: These instructions are provided to ensure optimal treatment results and reduce the risk of complications. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in undesirable outcomes.
Post-Treatment Guidelines
- Skin Care: Use a gentle cleanser and soothing moisturizer. Avoid active ingredients (retinol, acids, or exfoliants) for at least 5-7 days. Do not touch or pick at the treated area to ovoid irritation or infection.
- Sun Protection: Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily. Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 2 weeks.
- Avoid Heat and Sweat: Avoid hot showers, saunas, and intense exercise for 48-72 hours post-treatment.
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water to support skin recovery and collagen production.
- Makeup: Avoid makeup for at least 24-48 hours posttreatment to reduce the risk of irritation.
- Healing Process: Avoid other facial treatments for 2 weeks or as directed by your provider.
Disclaimer: These instructions are provided to ensure optimal treatment results and reduce the risk of complications. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in undesirable outcomes.
What to Expect
Immediately After Redness, warmth, and mild selling common and typically resolve within 1-3 days. A sunburn-like sensation may occur but should subside quickly.
Healing Phase: Skin may feel slightly rough or develop micro-crusting for a few days which is a normal part of the healing process. Do not pick or scrub the area.
Visible Improvements: Initial improvements in texture, tone, and dine lines can be seen within a few days. Full results develop over 4-6 weeks as collagen and elastin production increase.
Minimal Downtime: Most clients can return to normal activities with a day or two, with only mild skin sensitivity.