Thermage® FLX Skin Tightening in Vancouver
Skin Tightening in Vancouver
Thermage® FLX is the latest evolution in non-surgical skin tightening, harnessing advanced radiofrequency technology to target the visible signs of aging. This upgraded system delivers faster, more precise treatments with enhanced comfort — all while stimulating your skin’s natural collagen production.
Thermage® FLX helps restore firmness, smooth fine lines and wrinkles, and redefine your natural contours. If you’ve noticed a loss of elasticity or lift, this cutting-edge treatment offers a proven, non-invasive way to rejuvenate your skin and reveal a fresher, more youthful appearance.
What Is Thermage® FLX Skin Tightening?
Over time, your skin naturally loses its elasticity, leading to sagging, and fine lines. Thermage® FLX Skin Tightening is a non-invasive treatment designed to address these concerns by stimulating your skin’s natural collagen production. This treatment not only firms and smooths your skin but also helps maintain a youthful, refreshed look. Ideal for those who want noticeable results without surgery, Thermage® FLX offers a way to reclaim the vitality of your skin.
How Does Thermage® FLX Work?
Thermage® FLX uses advanced radiofrequency energy combined with AccuREPTM technology, delivering precise, ultra-fast pulses deep into the skin’s collagen-rich layers. This innovative system heats targeted tissue without harming the surface, triggering your body’s natural collagen production for gradual skin tightening, lifting, and smoothing.
AccuREPTM technology enhances treatment accuracy by continuously monitoring and adjusting energy delivery in real time — ensuring consistent, safe, and effective results every session.
Paired with Comfort Pulse Technology, which balances controlled heating with cooling phases, Thermage FLX offers a treatment that’s both highly effective and comfortable. The result is firmer, smoother skin with minimal downtime, making it an excellent choice for those looking to improve their skin’s texture and elasticity without undergoing surgery.
Which Areas Can Thermage® FLX Treat?
Thermage® FLX is incredibly versatile and can treat various face and body areas with specific benefits:
- Face: Improve skin texture and firmness and reduce fine lines and wrinkles on the forehead, cheeks, and around the mouth. The treatment also enhances skin tone, providing a subtle lifting effect that rejuvenates your appearance.
- Body: Tighten the abdomen, arms, knees, legs, and buttocks. Thermage® FLX can also improve the appearance of cellulite, leaving the skin smoother and more contoured.
- Eyes: Lift the upper eyelids and surface layers of the skin around the eyes, reducing the look of fine lines and giving you a brighter, more awake appearance.
- Neck: Define your jawline and reduce the look of a full chin or skin laxity on the neck by tightening the skin under the chin, creating a more sculpted profile.
How Much Does a Thermage® FLX Treatment Cost?
Every patient will have a unique treatment plan so costs will vary. This also depends on the specific area being treated - find out the exact amount your Thermage treatment will cost by calling us for a free consultation!
How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Thermage® FLX Treatment?
One of the standout benefits of Thermage® FLX is the minimal recovery time it requires. After your treatment, you may experience some redness and slight swelling, but these side effects typically subside within a day or two. Unlike more invasive procedures, Thermage® FLX allows you to return to your normal activities almost immediately, so you won’t have to worry about significant downtime.
The real magic of Thermage® FLX happens gradually, as your skin continues to improve over the weeks and months following the treatment. While you might see some initial tightening right away, the production of new collagen means your skin will keep getting firmer and smoother over the next six months. This gradual transformation offers natural-looking results, so you can enjoy a refreshed appearance without the telltale signs of having had a procedure.
How Long Does Thermage® FLX Treatment Last?
While improvements in the firmness and texture of your skin may be visible within days of your treatment, the real changes develop with time. Your skin will start producing more collagen, and you'll continue to see gradual improvements over time.
The results from Thermage® FLX may last for up to 6 to 8 months. This depends upon your skin type and how proper the after-care of the skin is taken. Maintenance treatments every 6 to 8 months are recommended for those people with more mature skin or those who want to maintain the best results. Doing so will help maintain the lifting effect and keep your skin looking its best.
Whether you’re looking to address early signs of aging or simply want to preserve your skin’s firmness, Thermage® FLX can be an integral part of your skincare regimen.
Thermage® FLX at a Glance:
Why Choose Skin Matters for Thermage® FLX Skin Tightening Treatment?
At Skin Matters, we have one of the most experienced teams in BC. With over 12 years of experience with the Thermage® platform, we utilize advanced techniques and customized treatment plans that may not be available elsewhere. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the most effective Thermage® FLX skin tightening experience, ensuring that your desired results are achieved safely and comfortably.
Thermage® Before & Afters
Thermage® Eye Lift: Before and After - Smoother, Tighter Skin Around the Eyes
Thermage® Facial Rejuvenation: Before and After - Firmer Skin and Defined Contours
Thermage® Eye Rejuvenation: Before and After - Reduced Wrinkles and Smooth Skin
How Is a Thermage® FLX Treatment Performed by the Skin Matters Team?
During the procedure, our skilled technicians use advanced radiofrequency technology to deliver controlled heat to the deeper layers of your skin. This heat stimulates the collagen fibers, prompting your body to produce new collagen, which tightens and lifts the skin over time. The treatment typically lasts 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the number of areas being addressed.
To ensure your comfort throughout the procedure, Thermage® FLX utilizes Comfort Pulse Technology paired with AccuREPTM technology. This innovative approach alternates between heating and cooling phases, protecting the surface layers of your skin and minimizing any discomfort, and intuitively adjusts energy levels for safety and accuracy. Because of this, most patients find the treatment easily tolerable without the need for anesthetic or numbing agents.
Combining Thermage® FLX with Other Treatments
It is perfectly safe to combine Thermage® FLX with other skin treatments, especially if some of your trouble areas are experiencing severe laxity or deep expression lines. Adding a laser treatment can further improve your skin’s condition by way of resurfacing, or injectable fillers can target specific lines or volume loss for a customized result.
Treatment Benefits of Thermage® FLX
Thermage® FLX is ideal for those looking to reduce skin laxity without downtime. It is effective for all skin types and provides the following benefits:
- Minimal discomfort: The procedure is non-invasive, and the cooling process ensures comfort.
- Quick recovery: Any redness disappears within 2 days, allowing you to resume your routine.
- Tighter, smoother, more plump skin: The most notable benefit is achieving firmer, more youthful skin.
Treatment Risks of Thermage® FLX
While Thermage® FLX is safe, potential risks include:
- Slight discomfort during the treatment.
- Results may be too subtle for some patients.
- Limited effectiveness for severe skin laxity; surgical options may be more appropriate.
- Risks from inexperienced technicians, such as skin irregularities, numbness, burns, or hyperpigmentation.
Are You a Candidate for Thermage® FLX Treatment?
If you’re concerned with loose skin or fine lines and wrinkles on your body, face, or around the eyes, Thermage® FLX could be a suitable solution. Ideal candidates are those with early signs of crepey skin who wish to maintain a youthful appearance without undergoing surgery.
How to Prepare for a Thermage® FLX Treatment
Thermage® FLX is safe for all genders, skin tones, and skin types and can be performed any time of year. However, avoid excessive sun exposure before your treatment, as Thermage® FLX cannot be performed on sunburned skin. Maintaining your usual skincare regimen and staying hydrated is recommended before and after the procedure.
Aftercare for a Thermage® FLX Treatment
Although there is no recovery time, your skin may be slightly red and swollen for up to 2 days after your Thermage® FLX treatment. Our team will talk to you about aftercare and how to maximize your results during your consultation and after your procedure.
Until the swelling subsides, it is recommended to wash your face with lukewarm water and no harsh soaps, then pat it dry with a towel. Also make sure to wear sunscreen every day and avoid skin care regimen’s with facial scrubs for a week after your treatment.
Thermage® FLX Recovery Timeline
There is no set recovery time after your Thermage® FLX procedure. You may experience redness and possibly some swelling for up to 2 days, but after that, your skin will continue to build collagen and improve for 6-12 months afterwards. Makeup can be worn immediately, and you can start washing your face with scrubs a week after your procedure. Just be sure to wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, and maintain a healthy skin care regimen for long term results!
Combining Thermage® FLX with Other Treatments
For those seeking enhanced results, Thermage® FLX can be effectively combined with other treatments to address multiple skin concerns and achieve a more comprehensive rejuvenation. Here’s how you can maximize your results with a multi-faceted approach:
- Ultherapy: While Thermage® FLX focuses on tightening and smoothing the skin, Ultherapy can complement this by lifting and tightening deeper layers. This non-invasive ultrasound treatment targets the foundational layers of the skin, providing an additional lifting effect that works in synergy with Thermage® FLX for a more dramatic improvement in skin laxity.
- TIXEL®: Pairing Thermage® FLX with TIXEL®, a treatment that utilizes Thermal Energy on the skins surface, can enhance skin tightening and address crepey skin and texture irregularities. TIXEL® stimulating collagen production in the superficial surface level, making it an ideal complement to Thermage® FLX for those with more significant skin texture and laxity concerns.
- Chemical Peels & Microneedling: To further improve skin texture and tone, consider adding chemical peels or microneedling to your treatment plan. These treatments work by resurfacing the top layers of the skin, removing dead skin cells, and promoting the growth of new, healthy skin. When combined with Thermage® FLX , they can enhance the overall texture and clarity of your skin, providing a smoother, more radiant complexion.
Thermage® FLX FAQs
Does Thermage® FLX Treatment Hurt?
With two patented technologies to help reduce any discomfort, Thermage® FLX skin tightening treatment, is now more tolerable and comfortable than ever. Most patients experience a warming sensation or slight pulse, but these sensations are alleviated by the cooling component of the device itself.
What Should You Not Do After Thermage® FLX?
The main things you should avoid doing after your Thermage® FLX treatment are washing your face with harsh irritants or exfoliants the week after your procedure, and going outside without sunscreen.
Can You Wear Makeup After Thermage® FLX?
Yes, you can wear makeup after your Thermage® FLX treatment.
Schedule a Thermage® Consultation Today!
To learn more about Thermage® technology, please schedule a short consultation with our welcoming and experienced staff at Skin Matters.