SECRET RF DUO — Face + Neck

A fractional radiofrequency microneedling treatment using the SECRET RF DUO device, combining gold-plated microneedles with bipolar radiofrequency energy to treat skin laxity, fine lines, enlarged pores, and uneven texture on the face and neck.

The SECRET RF DUO at Spire Clinic is a fractional radiofrequency microneedling device that combines two therapeutic mechanisms in a single pass. Gold-plated microneedles penetrate the skin to adjustable depths (0.5mm to 3.5mm), and once positioned, deliver bipolar radiofrequency energy directly into the dermal tissue through the needle tips. This dual-action approach creates controlled thermal zones within the dermis while bypassing the epidermis, resulting in dermal remodelling with significantly less surface damage than ablative laser resurfacing. The 'DUO' designation refers to the device's ability to deliver both non-insulated and semi-insulated needle configurations. Non-insulated needles deliver energy along the full needle shaft, treating multiple tissue depths simultaneously — effective for overall skin tightening. Semi-insulated needles concentrate energy delivery at the needle tip only, creating precise thermal zones at a specific depth — useful for targeted scar treatment or pore reduction where surrounding tissue preservation is important. The face and neck protocol at Spire Clinic uses topical anaesthetic cream applied 30-45 minutes before treatment to ensure comfort. The practitioner adjusts needle depth, energy level, and needle configuration zone by zone — deeper settings on the cheeks and jawline where tissue is thicker, shallower settings on the delicate periorbital and neck skin. Treatment takes approximately 45 minutes once numbing is complete. Post-treatment, patients experience mild redness and pinpoint bleeding that resolves within 24-48 hours. Skin may feel rough or slightly swollen for 2-3 days. New collagen production begins within days and continues for 3-6 months. A series of 3 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart is typically recommended for optimal results, though visible improvement in skin texture and firmness is often noted after a single session.