Evaluation of the effectiveness of radio frequency (RF) treatment on improving the overall appearance of the facial skin in women – a pilot study

Monika Wilk; Amelia Lizak; Aleksandra Matuła; Anna Ścisłowska-Czarnecka

doi:10.5604/01.3001.0014.2635

Authors

Monika Wilk University of Physical Education in Krakow, Faculty of Rehabilitation, Poland
Amelia Lizak University of Physical Education in Krakow, Faculty of Rehabilitation, Poland
Aleksandra Matuła University of Physical Education in Krakow, Faculty of Rehabilitation, Poland
Anna Ścisłowska-Czarnecka University of Physical Education in Krakow, Faculty of Rehabilitation, Poland

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0014.2635

Keywords:

skin aging, fibroblasts, radio frequency (RF)

Abstract

Introduction: Aging facial skin is a natural and unavoidable process. It involves a gradual weakening of the biological activity of cells, extension of regenerative processes and reduction of adaptability. At the same time, a smooth, radiant, wrinkle-free complexion has been a global trend in cosmetology for many years, which results in more and more people, especially women, benefiting from new non-invasive anti-aging treatments. One of such treatments offered on the cosmetology market are treatments utilising RF radio waves. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the impact of a series of treatments utilising RF on the skin of the faces of women.
Materials and methods: The analysis of the results was carried out by the examined person and by the authors of the project via a point scale of visual assessment of skin condition. The following facial skin parameters were analysed in the study: depth of wrinkles, elasticity, skin brightening and moisturising.
Results and conclusions: The conducted own study proves the impact of treatments using RF radio waves on the skin of the face. The applied series of treatments caused a partial reduction of the most visible and deepest wrinkles, as well as improved elasticity, brightening and moisturising of the facial skin.

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