Virtue RF Microneedling

Virtue RF Microneedling is an award-winning, FDA-cleared skin rejuvenation treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy. It uses 32 gold-tipped insulated needles to create microchannels while delivering RF heat beneath the surface, which triggers collagen and elastin production to tighten, lift, and smooth the skin. With three specialized handpieces, it can treat the face, delicate areas, and the body.

The 36 gold-tipped insulated needles are a major advantage in RF microneedling. Gold-tipped insulation lets the radiofrequency energy release precisely at the right depth beneath the skin while protecting the surface, which means stronger collagen stimulation with less trauma up top. That precision is a big part of why Virtue RF is both effective and gentle.

Smart RF is the workhorse of the Virtue RF system. It uses 32 gold-tipped insulated needles to tighten, lift, and brighten the face, neck, hands, and décolleté, and it is the go-to for overall skin rejuvenation, fine lines, and texture. Smart RF is safe for all skin tones and has no downtime beyond a few hours of redness.

Deep RF is the body handpiece. It uses gold-tipped insulated needles with a cooling plate to tighten and smooth areas like the arms, belly, and flanks, and it works beautifully on stretch marks and body laxity. Deep RF is done as a series of 3 to 4 treatments depending on your goals, and it typically involves light scabbing for about 5 to 7 days that is easily hidden under everyday clothing.

Exact RF is a specialized handpiece for delicate, targeted areas, such as crepey skin below the eyes and fine lines around the eyes and mouth. Because it is so precise and powerful, Exact RF is performed only by Dr. Sultan and is assessed on an individual basis before treatment. It usually involves about 5 to 7 days of swelling and scabbing in the treated area, and it is typically a single treatment, with any repeat evaluated case by case.

Smart RF is safe for all skin tones, including deeper complexions that are often overlooked in aesthetics, because its gold-tipped insulated needles deliver energy below the surface rather than heating the top layer of skin. Exact RF is not ideal for darker skin tones, so Dr. Sultan will review your skin and goals during your consultation to recommend the safest, most effective option for you.

The difference is the radiofrequency energy. Traditional microneedling relies on tiny needle punctures alone to prompt collagen, while Virtue RF adds targeted RF heat deep in the skin at the same time. That combination delivers stronger tightening and lifting than needling on its own, which is why it works so well on laxity and deeper texture concerns.

No, most patients feel little to no discomfort. A numbing cream is applied beforehand, and the Virtue RF handpieces are designed with patient comfort in mind, so the treatment stays gentle. Many people describe it as much more comfortable than they expected.

It depends on the handpiece and what you want to treat. For Smart RF, 3 initial treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart is a great start for general rejuvenation, or 4 to 6 for acne scars, severe texture, or laxity, followed by annual maintenance (ideally a series of 3 to 4 within 12 months of your last treatment). Deep RF is done as a series of 3 to 4 depending on your goals. Exact RF is typically a single treatment that Dr. Sultan assesses individually. Your provider will map out the right plan at your consultation.

It depends on the handpiece. Smart RF has no downtime, just a bit of redness for a few hours, so we recommend no makeup for about 6 hours to let the microchannels close. Deep RF and Exact RF involve light swelling and scabbing for about 5 to 7 days in the treated area. With Deep RF that area is easily covered by clothing, and your provider will walk you through exactly what to expect.

You can be in the sun with sunscreen, but avoid prolonged sun exposure right afterward since your skin will be more sensitive. Skip harsh products like retinol and vitamin C for at least one week, and ask our esthetician for the perfect aftercare product for you. To boost your results, we finish each treatment with either exosomes or a Franz Skincare microcurrent mask.

Many patients notice a fresher, tighter look within a week, and results continue to build over the following weeks and months as new collagen forms. Because collagen regeneration is gradual, the improvements keep developing after each session and look most dramatic once your full series is complete.

Yes, Virtue RF can be combined or stacked with treatments like the PRX DermPerfexion peel, HydraFacial, Dermaplaning, and Laser Skin Rejuvenation to enhance results. Ask Dr. Sultan which treatment combination would work best for your skin.