Understanding RF Microneedling
As we age, collagen and elastin production naturally decline, resulting in visible changes such as lines, sagging, uneven tone and texture, and loss of definition. RF Microneedling directly addresses these changes by stimulating the skin’s natural regeneration mechanisms from within.
During treatment, ultrafine gold-plated needles penetrate the skin at controlled depths to create precise micro-channels. At the same time, radiofrequency energy is delivered deep into the dermis, heating the tissue and stimulating a wound-healing response that triggers new collagen and elastin synthesis.
This combination of mechanical micro-injury and thermal stimulation makes RF Microneedling an most effective modality for overall skin rejuvenation and tightening.
Unlike traditional microneedling, which treats only the superficial layers, RF Microneedling targets the deeper structural layers of the skin where collagen remodelling occurs.
Youth Lab’s Devices: Genius RF and Endymed Intensif
At Youth Lab, we utilise two gold-standard medical RF Microneedling systems, both recognised globally for their precision, safety, and results.
Genius RF (Lutronic):
The Genius system uses intelligent real-time impedance feedback to deliver consistent, customised energy to exact dermal depths. This allows for precise, surface-to-mid-dermal heating with minimal risk of surface damage. Genius RF is ideal for patients concerned with fine lines, skin texture, early laxity and maintenance-based rejuvenation.
Endymed Intensif (Endymed 3DEEP™ Technology):
The Intensif device utilises phase-controlled 3DEEP RF energy to penetrate deeper layers of the dermis for volumetric tightening and collagen remodelling. This system is particularly effective for acne scarring, moderate laxity, and overall skin tightening in the face, neck and body.
Both systems are FDA and TGA approved and can be adjusted to target precise skin depths – from 0.5 mm for delicate areas such as around the eyes, to 3.5–4 mm for thicker or more fibrotic tissue such as the cheeks, jawline or abdomen.
How RF Microneedling Compares to Other Systems
There are several RF microneedling devices on the market – such as Morpheus8, Potenza and Secret RF – that operate using similar principles.
The Lutronic Genius and Endymed Intensif systems used at Youth Lab represent the latest generation of medical RF microneedling. Both deliver energy through insulated gold-plated needles with real-time monitoring to maintain consistency and prevent overtreatment.
While Morpheus8 and Potenza are well known for their effectiveness, Genius and Intensif offer precision due to intelligent feedback technology and uniform energy distribution – resulting in controlled dermal heating and reduced downtime.
Benefits of RF Microneedling
RF Microneedling treatments at Youth Lab may assist in improving:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Early to moderate skin laxity (jawline, cheeks, neck)
- Textural irregularities and large pores
- Acne and post-acne scarring
- Stretch marks (abdomen, thighs, arms)
- Uneven skin tone and dullness
Following a treatment series, clients often report skin that feels smoother, firmer and more resilient, with refinement in tone, texture and contour definition
How RF Microneedling Works Beneath the Skin
- Mechanical Micro-Injury: The fine needles penetrate the skin to a controlled depth, creating micro-channels that trigger the body’s natural healing process.
- Thermal Stimulation: At the same moment, RF energy is emitted through the needle tips, heating the dermis to 60–70 °C — the optimal range for collagen denaturation and neocollagenesis.
- Remodelling Phase: Over the following weeks, fibroblasts produce new collagen and elastin fibres, thickening and tightening the dermal matrix. Skin becomes firmer, smoother and more elastic.
This controlled process results in long-term dermal remodelling without the surface damage or prolonged downtime associated with ablative lasers.