Radiofrequency Microneedling — Face

A 60-minute fractional radiofrequency microneedling treatment delivering RF energy deep into the dermis via insulated needles to stimulate collagen remodelling and tighten facial skin.

Radiofrequency microneedling combines two well-established skin rejuvenation modalities into a single treatment: mechanical microneedling — which creates controlled micro-channels in the skin to trigger a healing response — and bipolar radiofrequency energy, which is delivered directly into the dermis via insulated needle tips. The combination produces a depth-controlled thermal injury in the dermis that is significantly more potent for collagen stimulation than either technique alone. Standard (non-RF) microneedling works by creating micro-injuries in the epidermis and superficial dermis, triggering the body's wound healing cascade and stimulating collagen and elastin production. RF microneedling goes further: the insulated needles bypass the epidermis (protecting the surface) and deliver radiofrequency energy at precise depths — typically 1–3mm into the dermis — where the thermal effect denatures existing collagen fibrils, causing immediate skin contraction, and simultaneously stimulates fibroblasts to produce new collagen over the following 3–6 months. The treatment is particularly effective for skin laxity (early jowling, loss of jawline definition), enlarged pores, acne scarring, and fine to moderate wrinkles. Because the energy is delivered below the epidermis, the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is significantly lower than with ablative lasers or traditional resurfacing — a critical advantage for patients with medium to dark skin tones. At BellaDerma, the 60-minute session includes topical anaesthetic application (30 minutes prior), the RF microneedling pass across the full face, and post-treatment cooling. Redness typically resolves within 24–48 hours; collagen remodelling continues for 3–6 months after each session.