While there’s been plenty of recent buzz surrounding them, high-frequency skin treatments have been around for years and have long delivered several benefits.
Want to know why we adore this facial procedure? Read on!
What Is a High Frequency Facial?
High frequency facial machines and equipment all use the same technology and perform similar functions that are proven to be effective.
There’s an electrode on top of the applicator (which resembles a stick or wand) that generates a small electrical current filled with neon gas or argon. This gas emits oxygen molecules, causing a natural warming effect in the skin that kills bacteria, leads to better blood circulation, and stimulates collagen production.
Do High-Frequency Facials Hurt?
No! Most patients mention feeling a tingling sensation, but since the heating is safe and minimal, you shouldn’t feel anything else at all.
If you do feel the occasional discomfort, let your provider know as soon as possible so they can address it appropriately before continuing the treatment.
Is it Safe?
When done properly, a high frequency facial is a safe and gentle procedure.
However, your skin could suffer if the high frequency facial wand is used improperly, such as for too long or with the inappropriate setting.
The treatment must not be applied to skin that is broken or inflamed for the same reason.
Additionally, it is not advised to try high frequency facials if you have a pacemaker, a heart condition (you need to get your attending physician’s approval first), or are pregnant.
Benefits of High Frequency Skin Treatment
High-frequency electrical currents that gently oscillate and oxygenate the skin are pain free, safe, and can enhance blood flow and skincare product absorption. Additionally, high-frequency treatments address existing acne and prevent the development of new breakouts.
The quick oscillation rate tightens pores and helps even out the skin tone and complexion. The high-frequency therapy can encourage your body’s natural production of collagen and elastin by promoting blood and lymphatic flow, cleaning the skin, and heating the tissue. Even after only one procedure, the skin already looks and feels noticeably softer, firmer, more energized, and youthful-looking.
High-frequency technology thus delivers safe and effective results essential for the skin’s long term health.
One Step Closer to Your Skin Goals
In the same way that it takes more than one visit to the gym to achieve a toned body, cultivating healthy skin also requires more than one treatment. Three to six sessions spaced a week apart are advisable, along with monthly maintenance.
You can extend the effectiveness of your high-frequency facial by drinking plenty of water and avoiding:
- beauty products for at at least six hours
- aggressive exfoliants
- direct exposure to heat for a couple days
Healthy skin doesn’t happen by accident, so regular treatments should be a part of your skincare routine. The expert providers at Wright’s Med Spa in Nazareth and Stroudsburg Pa are well-trained and highly skilled in performing a high-frequency facial that can help you achieve a more rejuvenated look safely.
