Ever scroll through social media and wonder if those trending face yoga routines, gua sha tools, or quirky face masks deliver on their promises? While these popular techniques can be fun and offer a temporary suppleness, they don’t provide the lasting results you seek. When you start noticing crow’s feet, fine lines, and a little volume loss around your eyes, it’s not something a natural stone or facial exercise can truly fix. These signs of aging can often leave you looking tired and worn out, even when you feel energetic and youthful.
That’s where advanced solutions like RF Microneedling and Botox come in. This effective duo is designed to rejuvenate the delicate skin around your eyes, smoothing wrinkles and restoring lost volume for a noticeably more youthful, refreshed appearance.
What is RF Microneedling?
RF Microneedling is an advanced aesthetic treatment that combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy. The process uses ultra-fine needles to create tiny, controlled injuries in the skin, while RF energy stimulates deeper layers to promote collagen and elastin production. This dual-action system works wonders for tightening, rejuvenating, and revitalizing the skin.
At Specialty Wellness, we use the Genius RF Microneedling system, which is FDA-approved and developed to target various skin concerns, including fine lines and skin laxity. RF Microneedling is especially effective for the delicate under-eye area, where skin loses volume and elasticity as we age.
What is Botox?
Botox is a neurotoxin injectable that temporarily relaxes facial muscles responsible for expression lines, such as squinting and frowning. Over time, repeated muscle contractions cause dynamic wrinkles like crow’s feet. Botox helps temporarily immobilize the muscles, giving your face a smoother and more youthful appearance.
We offer Botox, also known as ‘TOX injections, a popular option for treating wrinkles around the eyes, reducing crow’s feet, and restoring a rested, refreshed look without altering natural expressions.
Why RF Microneedling and Botox Work So Well Together
Here’s why RF Microneedling and Botox are an effective combination for eye rejuvenation:
1. Smooth Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Botox directly targets wrinkles by relaxing the muscles that cause them. This is particularly effective for crow’s feet and lines around the eyes. RF Microneedling goes deeper, stimulating collagen production and improving skin texture. While Botox smooths out wrinkles, RF Microneedling tightens and firms the skin, producing a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
2. Restores Volume & Firms the Skin
Over time, the skin around the eyes loses volume, resulting in hollow under-eye areas. RF Microneedling helps to restore the skin’s natural structure by stimulating collagen and elastin, tightening and rejuvenating the skin. While Botox helps smooth wrinkles, RF Microneedling adds firmness, reduces under-eye hollows, and promotes a more refreshed look.
3. Minimal Downtime and Quick Results
One of the significant advantages of RF Microneedling and Botox is their minimal downtime. Botox requires no downtime, and RF Microneedling typically involves only mild redness and swelling that dissipates in a day or two. Combined, these treatments offer an efficient, quick solution with minimal interruption to your daily routine.
4. Long-Lasting and Cumulative Effects
The results of Botox last about 3 to 4 months, while RF Microneedling provides long-term benefits by stimulating collagen production over time. Using Botox and RF Microneedling together ensures that you maintain a youthful appearance for months, with the added benefit of long-lasting skin rejuvenation from RF Microneedling.
What to Expect During Your Treatment at Specialty Wellness
At Specialty Wellness, we ensure every patient’s personalized and comfortable experience. Here’s what you can expect during your RF Microneedling and Botox treatments:
- Consultation: Your journey begins with a consultation, during which our expert providers assess your goals. We’ll discuss your needs for under-eye rejuvenation and create a customized treatment plan using RF Microneedling and Botox.
- Botox Treatment: Botox is injected around the eyes to treat crow’s feet and fine lines. This quick procedure causes minimal discomfort and provides instant improvement.
- RF Microneedling Treatment: After the Botox injections, RF Microneedling will be applied to the under-eye area. Using the Genius RF Microneedling system, this treatment promotes skin tightening, collagen production, and overall skin rejuvenation.
- Post-Treatment Care: After the procedure, you may experience mild swelling or redness, especially from RF Microneedling, which will subside in a few days. We’ll provide aftercare instructions to ensure the best results, including avoiding makeup for 24 hours and applying sunscreen.
