Radiofrequency microneedling
One of the most advanced options if you want to tighten skin, smooth texture, reduce scarring and build collagen. The Cutera Secret device combines radiofrequency energy with ultra-fine needles for a skin-renewing effect at several levels, and it is safe for all skin types.
What it treats
The Clinical Protocol
We assess your skin type, concerns and goals to tailor your session.
Numbing cream is applied for comfort. Ultra-fine needles create micro-channels while RF energy tightens the skin. It takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Mild redness and swelling, like a mild sunburn, may last 24 to 48 hours.
Skin feels tighter straight away, with an initial glow at a week, firming at 4 to 6 weeks, and full results at 3 to 6 months.
Before & after
Real Harmony Medical patients, shared with consent. Individual results vary.
Questions, answered
Most people find it very manageable with numbing cream. You may feel a warm, tingling sensation.
Most people get the best results from a course of 3 to 4 sessions.
No. It works in the skin, not the fat layer, so it tightens skin and builds collagen while preserving facial volume.
Yes. It pairs well with laser treatments, PRP and injectables.
Minimal. Redness and mild swelling last 24 to 48 hours, and most people return to normal activities the next day.
It works in three steps. Ultra-fine needles create controlled micro-injuries that trigger collagen and elastin. Radiofrequency energy then heats the deeper skin to tighten it and boost collagen further. Treating the skin in tiny fractions means the healthy tissue around them speeds recovery, so it is highly effective with minimal downtime. Needle depth is adjusted from 0.5 to 3.5mm to suit the area.
RF microneedling pairs well with laser treatments, PRP and injectables for enhanced results. It works within the dermis, not the fat layer, so it tightens skin and builds collagen while preserving facial volume.
- Optimal results A course of 3 to 4 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Mild redness and swelling may last 24 to 48 hours. Avoid sun, saunas and intense exercise for 48 hours, and keep your routine gentle and hydrating. Full benefits appear after 3 to 6 months as collagen regenerates.
RF microneedling (Cutera Secret)
- Stimulates collagen and elastin
- Uses radiofrequency energy for added tightening
- Reaches multiple depths for deeper rejuvenation
- Longer-lasting results
- Addresses scarring, laxity and texture
Traditional microneedling
- Stimulates collagen only
- No heat energy
- Treats only superficial layers
- May need more frequent sessions
- Best for mild concerns
It is safe for all skin types. A common myth is that it causes facial fat loss; it does not. It works within the dermis, not the fat layer, so it is designed to tighten skin and build collagen while preserving volume. Many people actually look plumper and healthier afterwards because the skin is firmer and better hydrated.
No. We pair radiofrequency microneedling with exosomes, because the microchannels are what let the exosomes reach the depth where they work. The combined price starts at £1,150.