I have been using radiofrequency treatments since 2012. The early days. I have ironed faces thousands of times (with love!). I recognise the subtleties of the equipment and the unique responses of individuals to that equipment. When it came to choosing my own device for The Good Skin Place®, Exilis excited me way above other radiofrequency devices I have known and loved because of the significantly increased levels of control available to me in a treatment. I can be so targeted and specific, and make a real difference to problem areas previously so hard to treat. I am astonished by the results possible in relatively short space of time. Not only are fewer treatment sessions required (typically 4 or 6 for a course), but also clients are seeing results much more quickly than with other equipment I have used. This is important because we all know that the work of radiofrequency takes time, because body healing processes take time. But sometimes that leap of faith can be hard for clients when no results are visible for many sessions, as is my experience with other platforms. This is much better with the Exilis. So, in a word, impressive.

There is no non-surgical contouring treatment that can on its own remove large areas of fat. Fact. It is important to view this contouring as part of wider choices, including healthy eating and exercise. The Radiofrequency will boost your efforts and tighten and improve skin around your changing shape.

Most clients describe the sensation of the treatment as comparable with a hot stone massage. The Exilis is remarkable in that it can be set to target energy to particular depths, depending on whether it is greater contouring or greater skin tightening which is needed.

For contouring and fat reduction, the body handpiece has a cooling device which keeps your skin surface at a comfortably hot temperature while the radiofrequency energy works effectively at a deep level.

For skin tightening, the skin is heated to 42 degrees for a specific length of time, which builds the elasticity of the skin – causing the skin to respond to the heat by producing  additional collagen

A radiofrequency body contouring treatment begins with a consultation. Measurements and photographs are taken, for your record and mine. An oil is used to prepare the skin, to distribute the energy evenly and make the treatment more comfortable. The body is treated in measured areas at a time, with time and focus varying depending on what contouring is needed. Each area is treated through deeper levels to the surface skin level. At the deeper levels, the handpiece will cool the skin so that the energy can be directed to where it is needed while the skin surface remains comfortable.

Layering of treatment heat

No. It is hot, but it is not painful. Some are more tolerant of heat than others, and we will always work to your tolerance level, while making sure that we deliver the right amount of energy. Sometimes this means taking a little longer with the treatment. Some have been known to fall asleep (you know who you are!). So its pretty relaxing once you have got your head around the process, I find.

There is no down time. Immediately after a treatment, your skin will be red. For some this feeling of warmth lasts for a few hours, and is described as being like mild sunburn. Some may find their skin is drier, easily remedied by lashings of a body moisturiser, or massage with a bio oil.
And that’s it; just wait for your body to do its work.

Radiofrequency contouring permanently kills the targeted fat cells in the treatment area. So in this sense the treatment results are permanent. However, you need to do your part to keep your weight consistent. As with any procedure, weight gain and fluctuation in eating habits and exercise will cause the effect of the treatment to be reversed.

The recommended number of body treatments for contouring and skin laxity is between 4 to 6 sessions, usually scheduled 7 to 10 days apart.

Results vary for each client; however, I recommend one or two maintenance treatments every 12 months. Bear in mind, it’s also important to incorporate a healthy lifestyle including good nutrition and exercise along with your Exilis treatment, for ultimate results.

For skin laxity treatments, it may be advisable to have a follow up treatment at 6 months, to protect your hard-earned new skin elasticity.

Results will vary – this is because the treatment stimulates your body’s healing response to heat. And we all heal at a different rate. In healing, the skin tightens as collagen fibres are increased. Some clients have reported visible improvements to their cellulite and skin smoothness as soon as the first treatment. It is more usual to see changes after three or four treatments, and improvements continue for up to 6 months.

For best results with the body treatments, it is recommended to follow the in-between treatment instructions (including hydration, massage, and keeping active ). It goes without saying that a healthy diet and plenty of water will help you to see optimal benefits from your investment. This treatment will boost your lifestyle and active choices to change your body contours, and it is not advised to take on non-surgical contouring in isolation from healthy eating and exercise.

Consultation is free

Treatment cost depends on the area to be treated and the combinations chosen, which will be worked out in consultation with you. Treatment cost is affected by time, so BMI will have an impact on price in some cases. Treatments are available in packages of 4 or 6 initial treatments. Maintenance topup treatments are discounted, as we really want to help you to maintain the results.

Example cost: £900 per course of 6 for contouring Bingo wings or Buttocks or lower Abdomen

**The Good Skin Place®  has the option for interest-free monthly payment plans, which spread the cost of treatment in a way that works for you. Monthly payment plans are also popular for topup treatments – ensuring regular topups and payments equally spread through the year

As with all aesthetic treatments which rely on your body’s natural response, results will vary; some skins will take longer to change, some will change more than others. Lifestyle factors, such as sun exposure, general health, diet, will also influence your response. I have invested in treatments which have the best results across a range of skin types, with the backing of research, and which are approved for safety and efficacy.