After significant weight loss, we often imagine that the hardest part is behind us. However, once the pounds are gone, a new problem can appear: the skin which does not always follow the transformation of the body. This is exactly what happened to me after losing more than 10 kg. Particularly at the stomach level, my silhouette had changed, but my skin seemed “empty”, less toned, with visible sagging in the lower abdomen.
Of course, I knew that no cream could really tighten distended skin in depth. I was therefore looking for a non-invasive solution, without surgery, capable of improving skin firmness. It was with this in mind that I discovered body radiofrequency, a treatment presented as a sort of “medical abdominoplasty” thanks to its action on the collagen and elasticity of the skin. I completed a treatment of 4 sessions at Maison Lutétia, one session per week, to observe its effectiveness on my stomach.
Body radiofrequency: how does this firming treatment work?
Maison Lutétia’s “Body RF” is based on multipolar radiofrequency, a technology that uses electromagnetic waves to heat the different layers of the skin. The objective: to reach a controlled temperature of up to 48°C in order to stimulate fibroblasts, these cells responsible in particular for the production of collagen and elastin.
Concretely, this natural stimulation should allow the skin to gradually regain greater density, tone and firmness. Unlike a surgical procedure, it is obviously not a question of removing excess skin, but rather of improving its quality and visual appearance. This is what interested me in this approach: acting on sagging skin while remaining gentle.
Before starting the treatment, a silhouette assessment is carried out in order to assess expectations, the areas to be treated and to check the absence of contraindications. In my case, the targeted area was mainly the stomach, where the sagging was most visible after my weight loss.
My experience after 4 Body RF sessions at Maison Lutétia
Each session begins with the application of a conductive solution to the area to be treated. The expert then uses a handpiece that broadcasts the radio frequency to the skin. The sensation is quite surprising at first: you feel a gradual warmth, but the treatment remains comfortable. Temperature is monitored throughout the session to stay in an efficient and safe zone.
The duration depends on the area worked, but for the stomach, the session is relatively quick. There is no social eviction: I could resume my activities normally immediately afterwards. This is a real advantage compared to more restrictive techniques, especially when you are simply looking to improve the firmness of your skin.
For my part, I did not notice any spectacular change from the first session. On the other hand, it was from the third session that I started to see a difference. My skin seemed more “sheathed”, more taut, with a less wrinkled appearance. The small bulge located at the bottom of the stomach, which corresponded more to a lack of skin tone than to excess fat, was less marked.
After the fourth session, I found my stomach visually more harmonious. The result remains natural: it is not a “flat stomach” effect obtained artificially, but rather an improvement in skin quality. What I particularly appreciated was this feeling of firmer skin to the touch.
The results of my radiofrequency: what can we really expect?
Radio frequency is a technology that works over the long term. Collagen production does not restart instantly: results generally continue to evolve several weeks after the end of the protocol. Maison Lutétia also indicates that the improvement can continue up to three months after the last session.
In my case, the most noticeable change was this improvement in sagging skin. After losing weight, you can sometimes have the impression that the skin “no longer matches” your new figure. Radiofrequency does not replace surgery when there is significant excess skin, but it can be interesting for mild to moderate sagging, when the objective is above all to regain more toned skin.
I also think that the result depends a lot on the initial situation: age, skin quality, the extent of weight loss or even lifestyle necessarily play a role. For my part, this treatment above all brought what I was looking for: visibly firmer skin and a stomach that seemed to hold together better.
FAQ: everything you need to know about body radiofrequency to firm the skin
Does body radiofrequency help you lose weight?
No. Radiofrequency is not a slimming treatment strictly speaking. It mainly acts on the quality of the skin, by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin to improve firmness and reduce the appearance of sagging.
How many radiofrequency sessions does it take to see results?
The number of sessions varies according to needs and the area treated. In my case, I completed a treatment of 4 sessions spaced a week apart and I started to see a difference from the third session.
Can radiofrequency replace an abdominoplasty?
No, radiofrequency does not replace a surgical abdominoplasty, which involves removing significant excess skin. On the other hand, it can be an interesting alternative to improve mild to moderate skin sagging without surgery.
Is the body radiofrequency session painful?
No. The main sensation is a gradual heat on the treated area. The session remains comfortable and there is generally no recovery time required.
How long do the results of a body radiofrequency last?
The results can continue to evolve several weeks after the treatment, while the collagen is naturally stimulated. Maintenance sessions can then be offered to maintain the benefits.
