The Inigo Approach
Inigo Cosmetic takes a unique, multi-layered approach to help address various presentations, including skin laxity and reduced collagen production. Following a thorough consultation, our team will develop a tailored treatment plan designed to help address multiple facets surrounding your aesthetic goals.
This may include aiming to strengthen the underlying muscles of the face using Emface. Thereafter we may suggest radiofrequency (RF) technologies like Morpheus8 which aim to tighten the deeper layers of your skin. Finally, using facials, threads and other cosmetic treatments to target the surface layer, all with a focus on lifting, restoring volume, hydration and addressing your skin’s overall texture and tone.
SKIN TIGHTENING TREATMENTS
01/ Emface
Emface combines high-intensity facial electrical stimulation (HIFES) with radio-frequency energy to treat the muscle layer of the face. The aim is to restore resting tone to the facial muscles, creating a shorter muscle and ligament length. This may result in restored fat pad position and an overall lifted appearance to the skin. The radio-frequency also aims to stimulate collagen and elastin production, which can address the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, skin texture & tone.
The recommended treatment protocol for Emface is four treatments, spaced one week apart. Maintenance treatments are recommended once every 3-4 months, or a new course every 12 months.
Pricing:
- Single treatment: $900
Addresses:
Skin laxity, volume loss, fine lines and wrinkles, submental fat
Downtime:
No downtime
Suitable:
18+, all skin types
02/ EmbraceRF (FaceTite & AccuTite)
EmbraceRF is a platform containing 3 modalities, one of which is FaceTite. FaceTite supplies radio-frequency energy to the deep layer (subcutaneous and dermis) as well as the superficial skin. The deep radio-frequency contracts and shortens the fibroseptal network and is designed to tighten skin and increase the level of adhesion to the deeper layer. This may result in a firmer, more lifted appearance. In addition to FaceTite’s action on the skin, it is also designed to break up fat cells in the submental region, which can then be aspirated. This aims to reduce submental fat along areas of the lower face such as the jawline, nasal labial folds, sub-mental region (under the chin) and neck.
Usually, EmbraceRF is performed as a single procedure combined with a course of Morpheus8 with results lasting up to three – five years.
Pricing:
- Single treatment: $2,990 – 4,990* (includes one session of Morpheus8 RF Microneedling)
Addresses:
Skin laxity, mild-to-moderate sagging skin, submental fat
Downtime:
Moderate downtime – 7-14 days
Suitable:
All skin types – ideal candidate is someone 35 – 55
03/ RF Microneedling
RF Microneedling is a treatment that combines microneedling with radio-frequency energy (RF) to target multiple layer of the skin. Microneedling creates small punctures in the skin to initiate a wound healing response which may stimulate the body’s natural healing process to promote collagen and elastin production. Radio-frequency energy delivers heat to the deeper layers of the skin with the aim of further stimulating collagen production and tightening the skin. RF Microneedling is designed to tighten lax skin on the face and neck, as well as address skin tone, texture, and clarity.
The recommended treatment protocol for RF Microneedling is four treatments, spaced four weeks apart. Maintenance treatments every 6 months may be required to maintain and further support results.
Learn more about RF Microneedling
Pricing:
- Single treatment: $799
Addresses:
Skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, texture, tone, crepey skin
Downtime:
Minimal downtime (1-3 days)
Suitable:
18+, all skin types; Fitzpatrick skin type 3 and above must be prepared on appropriate skincare.
04/ RF Ultrasound Face
Exion RF Ultrasound is a procedure that delivers controlled radio frequency (RF) and focussed ultrasound energy with the aim of increasing hyaluronic acid production within the skin. This technology is also designed to stimulate collagen and elastin production to help tighten the skin and address crepey skin, fine lines and wrinkles.
The recommended treatment protocol for RF Ultrasound is for treatments, spaced one week apart. A single maintenance treatment may be required every three-four months, or a new course every 12 months to maintain results.
Learn more about RF Ultrasound
Pricing:
- Single treatment: $500
Addresses:
Skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, crepey skin, dehydration
Downtime:
No downtime
Suitable:
18+, all skin types
05/ Thread lifting
Thread lifting is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that involves inserting dissolvable threads into the face and neck to pull the skin in an upward direction. Threads are designed to address laxity on the face and neck, jowling, brow ptosis, acne scars and loss of tissue volume. Threads may also stimulate collagen and elastin production with the aim of addressing the quality and texture of the skin.
Typically only one thread lifting procedure will initially be required; results last 12-24 months. However, to maintain results, additional procedures may be required or thread lifting may be combined with additional treatments like Emface and RF microneedling depending on your aesthetic goals.
Learn more about Thread Lifting
Pricing:
- Single treatment: from $2,990
Addresses:
Skin laxity, skin thickness, sagging tissue
Downtime:
Moderate downtime (7–10 days)
Suitable:
All skin types, ideal age 35-55
Inigo Cosmetic Skin Tightening
All skin tightening procedures offered at Inigo Cosmetic include a thorough skin consultation and analysis by one of our doctors, nurses, or dermal clinicians. Throughout this consultation, your practitioner will evaluate your skin condition, aesthetic objectives, lifestyle considerations, potential risks, and recovery periods, as well as your budget, to customise a treatment plan specific to you and your needs.
If you are interested in skin tightening or any of our skin tightening procedures, book a consultation with one of our experienced dermal therapists
Before & After photos Of Skin Tightening Treatments
Below is a selection of before & after images involving some of our skin tightening modalities including Emface, RF Microneedling, Thread Lifting and Exosomes.
The images and videos shown on our website are published with the consent of our patients. Results, risks and recovery will vary between individual patients and are dependent on factors including, but not limited to genetics, diet and exercise. As such these images do not guarantee that your results or surgical outcome will be the same.
SKIN TIGHTENING INFORMATION
While the aim of many advanced skin treatments is to result in skin tightening, addressing multiple layers of the face with complementary cosmetic treatments, may provide a cohesive approach to some patient’s facial aesthetic goals.
Multiple changes which may be contributing to skin laxity such as bone resorption, lengthening of muscles and ligaments, fat atrophy and collagen and elastin loss may be addressed with a suitable prescribed treatment plan. Depending on a patient’s goals, such a plan may be designed upon consultation with the aim of addressing loss of facial structure and support for the overlying tissues and fat pads, volume loss and thinning skin.
Recovery, risks, and results vary depending on the skin tightening treatment.
After a treatment, patients can expect various recovery experiences, depending on the skin tightening treatment they had. Recovery times typically range from a few days to a few weeks, with aftercare care instructions often involving gentle cleansing, avoiding sun exposure, and following any specific post-procedure guidelines provided by the doctor, nurse, or dermal clinician.
Visible results may start to show gradually, with full effects becoming noticeable over several weeks to months, depending on the treatment method. Common risks include temporary redness, swelling, bruising, and the potential for infection, numbness, or irregularities. It’s important to follow the post-procedure care given to you by your treating practitioner and contact Inigo Cosmetic if you experience any concerning symptoms.
Individualised risks, results, and recovery details can be discussed with your practitioner to ensure a smooth and satisfactory outcome. Individual treatment risks, results, & recovery can be found here.
At Inigo Cosmetic in Brisbane we offer a range of treatments aimed towards skin tightening including Emface, EmbraceRF (FaceTite), RF Microneedling (Morpheus8), RF Ultrasound and Thread Lifting. There is no “best” treatment as treatment options vary from patient to patient and depend upon the patient’s individual goals, the severity of laxity and downtime tolerated. A prescribed treatment plan may recommend combining treatment modalities, for example Emface, RF Microneedling and RF ultrasound, depending on your goals.
Results vary from patient to patient and the type of treatment you have done. Our skin tightening treatments are designed to stimulate collagen & elastin production to address skin laxity and sagging.
Recommended treatment protocols include:
- Emface: Four treatments, one per week for four weeks. Maintenance may be undertaken every three months.
- EmbraceRF: One treatment every three to five years.
- RF Microneedling (Morpheus8 or Exion): Four treatments, one per week for four weeks. Maintenance may be undertaken every six months.
- RF Ultrasound: Four treatments, one per week for four weeks. Maintenance may be undertaken every three months.
- Thread lifting: One treatment, results last up to 18-24 months.
Results vary for each patient. By following the recommended treatment and maintenance protocols for each modality you can maximise the efficacy of the treatment.
You may be a suitable candidate for skin tightening procedures if you:
- Are concerned with lax skin on the face or neck
- Are aged 18+
- Are in good overall mental and physical health
- Have realistic wants and expectations
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