The Differences Between the Most Popular Radio-Frequency Microneedling Treatments

Promising to reduce lines and wrinkles, minimize age spots, and tighten and tone skin, radio-frequency microneedling is a popular procedure that addresses multiple signs of aging at once. Different treatment options exist, but the basic function is the same: an applicator with tiny needles penetrates the skin at various depths to deliver radio-frequency energy waves and create microinjuries. This prompts the body’s response to generate more collagen resulting in smoother skin with a fresh glow.

You may see various “microneedling RF” treatments that remodel skin the same way, but they’re not all the same. Here, we asked top aesthetic experts to share which microneedling RF treatment they rely on and the features that set them apart.  

Genius RF

Not just reserved for the face, neck, and décolleté, Miami medical aesthetician Amy Peterson also uses her Genius device to treat the abdomen, arms and legs. “It has the ability to analyze the skin during the treatment to adjust the needle depth and penetration to adapt to different textures. It’s really great for treating a variety of concerns on the face and body.”