Genius RF Microneedling - Why Its So Effective For Skin Tightening and Acne Scars

After the age of 20, we lose about 1% of collagen every year. To keep skin appearing youthful and healthy, it is important to maintain abundant levels of collagen and elastin. Collagen is a protein made up of amino-acids and makes up about a third of all of the protein in your body. Collagen is often referred to as the “glue that holds everything together.” It keeps the skin elastic and firm.

Lutronic Genius RF Microneedling combines Radiofrequency with Microneedling to target multiple depths of your skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. Both mechanisms of Microneedling and heating tissue with Radiofrequency causes injury to the tissue beneath the epidermis (top layer of the skin). Injury triggers the body’s natural healing cascade which in turn promotes the building of new collagen and elastin.

What does genius do?

• Builds collagen and elastin

• Tightens skin (reduces wrinkles and improves loose skin)

• Improves acne by reducing pore size and sebum (oil) production

• Improves acne scars

• Improves appearance of cellulite and stretch marks

Genius RF for Acne Scars:

Genius RF for wrinkles:

how does genius work?

There are 4 different tips to choose from depending on what target areas are desired. The face tip has 49 very fine needles which can be programmed to target specific depths. Deeper depths achieve facial contouring and fat reduction where desired (such as in the jowl’s or under eye bags). Emitting radiofrequency at more superficial depths cause skin tightening which has greater effects on reducing wrinkles. The goal of treatment with Genius is to target multiple depths to achieve various desired effects.

Genius is safe for all skin types because it avoids injury to the epidermis (top layer of skin) where the melanocytes (pigment cells) reside. Although there is still a rare chance of hyperpigmentation (dark discoloration of the skin), it is unlikely.

How Does Genius compare with Morpheus 8 or Other RF Microneedling Devices on the Market?

Genius RF Microneedling by Lutronic distinguishes itself from other RF microneedling devices on the market by the superior effectiveness of the treatments without the associated downtime. Because there are 49 needles per tip (compared with 24 needles with Morpheus 8), more energy can be emitted, producing a higher level of skin tightening. In addition, the Genius needles are finer and more flexible, causing less epidermal injury, less risk for bruising, bleeding, or scratches often seen with Morpheus 8 treatments.

1 week after Morpheus 8 Treatment

Immediately after Genius + Ultra Laser

Combining Genius RF Microneedling with LaseMD Ultra:

While Genius RF Microneedling affects the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production resulting in skin tightening and reduced appearance of scars, LaseMD Ultra is a resurfacing laser that works on the more superficial layers of the skin to improve fine lines/wrinkles, smooth texture, and remove unwanted pigment. Both treatments can be performed on the same day for optimal results.

Genius pre-treatment: What should I do to prepare?

Before your Genius treatment, it is important to take these steps:

• Medical Clearance and Consent: The Rejuve Medspa team will make sure to answer your questions and address any concerns.

• Stop any Retinols or Tretinoin (Retin-A) products 1 week before Genius

• Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning (wear daily sunscreen) 3-4 weeks before treatment.

• Tell your provider if you have any history of herpes simplex or shingles in the treatment area - this will require that you take anti-viral medications to prevent a break-out.

• Clean skin: avoid applying make-up, ointments or creams to the treatment area.

• Avoid aspirin or Motrin (ibuprofen) 1 day prior to Genius treatment. You may not be a candidate for Genius if you are taking blood thinners.

what can i expect during Genius treatment?

• Topical numbing medication will be applied after your skin has been thoroughly cleansed. The numbing medication is left on the skin for 1 hour before treatment begins. A section of your treatment area will be cleansed before microneedling on that section begins.

• The microneedling tip has very fine needles that make the procedure tolerable. The providers at Rejuve Medspa will answer all your questions and take you step by step through the process.

genius post-treatment: what should I do after treatment?

• Avoid any skin products or cleansers to treated area for 12 hours. Then use gentle cleanser for 2 weeks.

• Avoid any strenuous activity for 24 hours (sweating increases risk for infection).

• Avoid wearing Make-up for 2-3 days.

• Use mineral-based sun screen daily.

• Avoid excessive heat or sun exposure for 1 week.

• Avoid Tretinoin or Retinol for 1 week.

• Avoid Lasers, BBL or IPL for 4 weeks.

• Recommend DefenAge 8:1 bioserum twice daily to help regenerate new skin cells.  

• Your providers at Rejuve Medspa can answer your questions about other skin care products or concerns you may have.

what to expect after genius treatment:

• 1 day Post-Treatment: Redness and transient edema, skin begins to turn to a condition similar to before treatment.

• 3 days - 1 week Post-Treatment: Brighter skin tone and significant reduction in sebum secretion in oily skin types.

• 1 month Post-Treatment: Improvement of fine wrinkles and skin laxity.

• 1-3 months Post-Treatment: Continuous improvement of fine wrinkles, pores size, scars and skin laxity.

• Common expected skin reactions include erythema (redness), edema (swelling), transient pin-point bleeding, and very slight discomfort after treatment.  Pin-point bleeding should stop within minutes after application, discomfort within a few hours and erythema and edema gradually diminishes to normal in 1 to 3 days.

• Crusting begins to appear 1 – 2 days after treatment and sloughs off in 3 – 5 days.

• Other less common skin reactions include petechia which fade in a few days or bruising (purpura) which can take up to a week to disappear.

• Other skin reactions include irritation, itching, and burning sensation. These typically subside in a few hours to 1 day, but may get aggravated with heat or sweating.  If these reactions continue consider evaluating for possible infection, changing their skin care regimen and/or short-term use of mild topical steroid.

when should i follow up?

• It is best to wait 4-6 weeks before seeking another Genius treatment.

before and after photos

genius for skin rejuvenation, skin tightening

genius for acne scars

genius for nasolabial folds and wrinkles

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How to Prevent and Remove Scars - What are the Latest Advances?

Scar appearance improves over time, but why wait? Why not prevent a scar before it occurs? But how? Let’s take a deep dive into the latest advances in scar prevention and scar removal.

Clinical Expertise in wound care

Dr. Kaplan has over 20 years experience as a former board-certified emergency physician, specializing in aesthetic and regenerative medicine since 2019. Her experience managing complex trauma and surgical complications piqued her interest in alternative methods of treating wounds, particularly in preventing and revising scars non-surgically. She provides treatment options that enhance the traditional methods of wound care to speed recovery for optimal outcomes.

When do I start scar prevention?

As soon as possible! Early intervention is the key to successful scar prevention. Whether a scar can be completely avoided or reduced is dependent on how early the treatment is started and how aggressively it is managed.

What are the Different Types of Scars?

Acne scars tend to be depressed scars and are categorized as either Icepick, Box car, or Rolling types. Acne scars are caused by collagen destruction during the inflammatory process.

Burn scars occur when heat damages the skin. When burns only affect the top layer of the skin, the scar typically eventually fades over time. When the deeper layers of the skin are damaged, the scars can be permanent with thick, leathery, contracted or irregular appearance.

Hypertrophic scars are scars are thick, raised scars that are contained within the site of injury and may shrink over time. The pattern of collagen within a hypertrophic scar tends to be wavy.

Keloid scars are abnormally thick, raised scars that spread beyond the injury site and do not shrink over time. Keloid scars form as a result of an abnormal response to injury, creating excessive, thick collagen that holds no distinct pattern.

How can I prevent a scar from forming?

Understanding how healing occurs sheds light on how to best intervene. A fibrin clot will form at the site of a wound that promotes the release of platelets, white blood cells, and macrophages. Macrophages are responsible for releasing the body’s natural defenses to promote healing including several key growth factors responsible for healing. Among them include bFGF (basic fibroblast growth factor) which controls cellular proliferation of fibroblasts which are primarily responsible for building collagen. In other words, bFGF is important for the growth and regeneration of blood vessels, skin, fat, cartilage, tendons/ligaments, bone, and nerve tissue.

There are 4 stages of wound healing

Phase 1 Hemostasis (bleeding, clot)

Phase 2 Inflammatory (1 week)

Phase 3 Proliferation (fibroblast proliferation - 1 month)

Phase 4 Remodeling (3 weeks - 12 months)

Combination Therapy for Scar Prevention and Treatment:

At Rejuve Medspa, Dr. Kaplan applies her expertise and has several modalities available for the management of scar prevention and/or reversal. Depending on the type and severity of the scar, Dr. Kaplan will formulate a personalized plan for you. In most cases combining multiple modalities will provide the best outcomes.

HEALITE for Prevention of Scar Formation:

Scars can be prevented when we provide an environment where cells and intracellular functions are most efficient. Near infrared light has been clinically proven to speed recovery, lessen pain, bruising, swelling as well has enhance the cosmetic result of wound healing by boosting the ATP production or energy that the cells need to function.

At Rejuve Medspa we provide HEALITE II, FDA cleared for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm. HEALITE boosts the cellular response to wound healing by recruiting macrophages, mast cells, and neutrophils. Neutrophils are white blood cells that are vital in fighting infections, while macrophages release growth factors responsible for wound healing.

Exosomes for Scar Prevention:

Exosome Regenerative Complex promotes skin cell proliferation by up to 80% in a dose-dependent manner. This results in an increase in the Elastin amount of human dermal fibroblasts up to 300%. Exosomes are responsible for cell to cell communication vital to the recruitment of peptides and growth factors needed during the healing process.

Growth Factors for Scar Prevention:

Exogenous growth factors can be added to boost the body’s natural defenses during the wound healing process. While HEALITE and Exosomes boost your body’s own ability to recruit growth factors and peptides, there also also topical products on the market which contain concentrated amounts of growth factors that are specifically targeted for helping in the healing cascade.

CO2 Laser for Scar Removal

Lutronic eCO2 Plus is an ablative CO2 laser that can reduce the appearance of scars including acne scars, surgical scars, burn scars and scars from lacerations or other injuries.

LaseMD Ultra Laser for Scar Reduction:

LaseMD Ultra is a non-ablative laser most popularly used for skin resurfacing/rejuvenation is also capable of reducing the appearance of acne scars and other types of scars.

Genius RF Microneedling for Scar Treatment:

Genius RF Microneedling targets the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen, improve skin texture, tighten skin, and reduce pore size. Genius can also reduce active acne outbreaks by reducing oil production.

Subcision of Acne Scars:

Deep acne scars occur as a result of collagen loss and fibrous bands that attach from the skin surface to the fascia layer, causing a depressed or indented appearance of the skin. Deeply depressed scars will often require subcision to release the fibrous bands and stimulate collagen production.