Over the past few decades, the many technological advancements we’ve witnessed have led to an upsurge in innovative cosmetic treatments. One of the latest additions to this ever-growing list is EMFACE by BTL Aesthetics. Using a patented combination of technologies that target facial skin and the underlying musculature, EMFACE offers natural facial rejuvenation from the inside out.
If you are interested in nonsurgical treatments and want to give new technologies a try, EMFACE may be just the treatment you’re looking for. Virtually painless, noninvasive and with natural-looking results, it has many attractive points. But before giving EMFACE a go, it’s a good idea to understand what this treatment is all about. Here is everything you need to know about EMFACE.
What Is EMFACE?
EMFACE® is a noninvasive facial rejuvenation system developed by BTL Aesthetics. The treatment delivers noninvasive facial sculpting. This is achieved by stimulating collagen and elastin production as well as toning underlying facial muscles for comprehensive rejuvenation. The results include:
- A lifted brow
- Defined jawline
- Fuller, lifted cheeks
- Overall rejuvenation
BTL Aesthetics is well known for three other popular treatments: EMSCULPT, EMTONE and EMSELLA, and for their use of unique technologies. Like other BTL treatments, EMFACE uses patented technology that stimulates rejuvenation and healing from the inside out. The goal is to trigger the body’s healing process to create natural but long-lasting results.
How Does EMFACE Work?
EMFACE works through its use of synchronized radiofrequency and (high-intensity facial electrical stimulation) technology.
The HIFES™ technology delivers electromagnetic currents that cause the facial muscles to contract. This leads to enhanced muscle tone that naturally lifts and contours the face. The radiofrequency energy heats facial skin, which stimulates collagen and elastin production. Together, these technologies result in visible improvement in facial definition and skin tightness. In other words, EMFACE works like a noninvasive facelift or needle-free Botox.
To deliver synchronized HIFES™ and radiofrequency energy, special pads that adhere to the skin are used along with a grounding pad placed on the upper back.
What Does EMFACE Treat?
EMFACE offers overall facial rejuvenation, so it is capable of addressing multiple cosmetic concerns. It’s important to keep in mind, however, that EMFACE provides a subtle and natural-looking improvement in patients with mild to moderate concerns. The concerns that we can address using EMFACE include:
- Mild to moderate wrinkles
- Sagging cheeks and jawline
- Loss of facial volume
- Double chin
- Droopy eyebrows
- Mild facial asymmetry
Who Should Try EMFACE?
EMFACE is best for adults with early signs of aging and mild to moderate cosmetic concerns. It is also a great option for anyone interested in achieving subtle and natural-looking results. Because it is noninvasive and works with the body’s healing potential, it can provide the best improvements in cases of early and mild aging. This treatment is also great for patients who want to avoid needles, surgery and downtime.
There are instances where EMFACE should not be recommended. Because the treatment involves electromagnetic waves that can interact with metals, the treatment should be avoided by anyone with metal implants, electronic implants, facial tattoos and piercings.
The EMFACE Experience at Luminance
At Luminance Regenerative Beauty and Wellness in the San Francisco Bay Area, we offer EMFACE as one of many nonsurgical treatments for visible signs of aging. If you are interested in this treatment and are a resident of San Jose and surrounding areas, you can expect the following:
Consultation and Personalized Plan
Every treatment starts with a free consultation at our medical spa with one of our trained professionals. The consultation is an opportunity to share your concerns and expectations. Your practitioner will also review your medical history and perform a quick exam to see if you are a good candidate. They will then work with you on creating a personalized plan that will help meet your unique needs and goals.
Noninvasive and Pain-Free
The EMFACE treatment is completely noninvasive and is virtually painless. The process involves strategically placing special pads on the forehead, cheeks and chin area. A grounding pad is placed on the upper back for added safety. The pads emit synchronized HIFES™ and radiofrequency energy, which are felt as mild heating and pulsating. Patients often compare the sensation from this treatment to a hot stone massage.
Quick Sessions With No Downtime
A typical EMFACE session takes no more than 20 minutes from start to finish. However, you will need to complete at least four sessions spaced two weeks apart for visible improvement. The good news is that there is no downtime between these sessions. You are free to continue your day as usual after each treatment. The results will be visible after several weeks, with the full effect of treatment peaking around four months. This is the time it takes for the collagen in your skin to remodel and for facial muscle tone to improve.
How Does EMFACE Compare to Botox and Fillers?
The results from EMFACE are often said to be comparable to those from Botox and fillers; however, this will depend on the patient and how they react to treatment. Aside from that, there are major differences in how each treatment works as well as the benefits:
EMFACE does not affect facial movement, creating more natural-looking results. Botox works by temporarily relaxing facial muscles while fillers work by adding volume, which can change your natural features.
It can take months for the results from EMFACE to become fully visible, but they tend to last for a long time after that — up to seven months in some patients. The results from Botox and fillers are noticeable within a week and last from four months to two years.
Fillers and Botox involve needles and some level of pain. EMFACE involves placing pads over the skin, making it noninvasive and comfortable.
Ready to Try EMFACE for Facial Rejuvenation?
Contact Luminance Regenerative Beauty and Wellness today to schedule a free consultation and see if EMFACE is the right treatment for you.
Our team of trained practitioners will be glad to explain everything about receiving an EMFACE treatment at our salon. We will create a personalized treatment plan and may offer complementary treatments for best results. Call 669-201-1875 or click here to get started.