Profound®
Over the years, your skin’s elasticity can be reduced as you naturally lose your ability to produce collagen. As a result, you develop skin issues like wrinkles and fine lines once you pass your 30s, causing you to lose your youthful aesthetic. Skin tightening procedures are a great way to help rejuvenate the skin, and non-invasive treatments like Profound® are a great option to improve your skin quality and appearance. At Azul® Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Spa, you can enjoy a Profound® treatment to improve the overall youthfulness of your skin.
Candidates for Profound®
Profound® is an effective procedure for patients who want to enjoy the benefits of a facelift without experiencing surgical treatment recovery. Most patients who benefit from this procedure are in their 30s and beyond, with visible skin sagging and wrinkling, no matter if it is on their face or body.
Women with cellulite could also benefit from the procedure, as it breaks down the fibrous bands that create tension underneath the skin. As the new collagen cells mature, the skin’s texture becomes thicker and more elastic, keeping the cellulite dimples from appearing.
The best candidates are generally in good health and have no preexisting conditions that could affect the skin’s healing process. For this reason, ideal candidates should be non-smokers, as the action can lead to slow healing while affecting your collagen production.
Women who are pregnant or trying to conceive should avoid this treatment, as it has not been tested enough to determine its safety for the fetus. If you have a pacemaker, the procedure may be considered unsafe, as the RF energy can cause the device to malfunction. A consultation with our Azul® Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Spa professionals is recommended to determine whether or not the procedure is good for you.
How Profound® Works
Profound® is a procedure that uses fractional radiofrequency to gently heat your skin and penetrate the tissue at a deeper level. The treatment combines microneedling into its technique, offering long-lasting results as it targets your dermis without the need for surgery.
This creates minuscule yet controlled injuries in the skin, which in turn kicks the body into healing mode. The body then responds by increasing the production of elastin, collagen, and hyaluronic acid, restoring the lost volume and improving the skin quality.
The result is firmer and healthier skin, with the procedure being safe and effective for most skin types. You can use it to treat various skin issues, whether your purpose is to smooth out the skin or offer it a better contour.
Profound® Recovery
Recovery from Profound® is relatively quick, as it does not involve surgery to obtain the desired results. The potential for downtime is also minimal, although you may want to avoid going into direct sunlight or wearing makeup on the first few days. Some side effects are to be expected, although they are temporary and should not bother your routine.
The main side effects that you might experience are mild bruising, swelling, and redness. The last two usually disappear within a few hours, with the skin returning to its standard color the next day. The bruising and a sensation of tightness can remain over the next few days, as this is a typical response of your body’s healing system kicking in.
You are usually able to return to your daily activities immediately or on the next day, although vigorous exercise is not recommended. Avoid activities that can cause sweat for at least two days, including saunas and baths. As long as you follow the skincare instructions offered by our Azul® professionals, you should be back to your usual routine within a few days to a week.
Profound® Results
Some Profound® results can appear right after the procedure, as the RF heat starts a tightening effect. However, these results are concealed by the side effects, which is why you may notice a change until after the second week. As the skin heals, you may see fewer wrinkles and a better skin texture where you received the treatment.
The collagen fibers will continue producing and maturing over time, with peak results settling after three to six months. Depending on your skincare and lifestyle, these results can last up to one year or more. We recommend that you wear SPF correctly, use medical-grade skincare, skincare, and set up a touch-up treatment every 12 to 18 months to maintain the best results.