Is Radiofrequency Skin Tightening Safe? | Busting Common RF Skincare Myths

[@nurgulkyn]

Wow! Your skin looks great! Omg, i can see the difference honey. I think the plasma worked really good for you! I did plasma pen under my eyes, theres still a slightly red patch under my eye..do you think its gonna go away?

[@TJTutorials]

Thank you 😊 small areas of are perfectly normal. Give it at least 4 weeks to heal completely (I still had some red marks at week 4). If it's still a little bit red after this, apply a dab of hydrocortisone to it for around 5 days and it'll take the redness away. 😁

[@nurgulkyn]

@@TJTutorials ive had my treatment now 2 months ago😶 idk, im a bit scared to be left with a permanent red patch under my eyes...

[@TJTutorials]

@@nurgulkynit's still quite recent then. Make sure you use a high SPF sunscreen when going out (even if it's not sunny) and apply some hydrocortisone cream on it for a few days. It will fade. Some people just take longer than others. Skin type, climate and environment all play a role in healing. Try not to worry yourself. The body is an amazing thing. If you've ever accidentally cut yourself, you'll know how long it takes to heal and fade. Give it time. It will normalise. 😊

[@nurgulkyn]

@@TJTutorials aww thank you babe. I use spf 50 every day!🤗 but ive never heard of hydrocortison, i dont think i can buy it here in switzerland without a prescription. I do use lactic acid from "the ordinary" it says its for blemishes

[@TJTutorials]

@@nurgulkyn ooohhh. I would avoid using any type of acid on it until the redness has faded. That could be why it's still a bit red. Hydrocortisone is found in bug bite cream. But if you can't find it, just keep it nicely moisturised with a cold cream like Nivea (blue tin) or Ponds. Even a dab of Vaseline will help. Wait for the skin to heal properly before using any acids at all over the area. I completely stopped using vitamin C, retinol and scrubs too for a good 6 weeks after treatment. SPF 50 is perfect! Hang on in there, this will pass. 😊

[@msnisperos]

You had me at "personality of a baked potato!" Also, would love to see more side by side before and after photos!

[@queenjesseen]

I've used the beauty star machine for the part 2 years. Love it!

[@marynautilus3135]

I'm a nurse and esthetician. I am loving your videos. I have been doing my own research here of rf and I agree with you. I am going to stick with using it on the lower more fatty part of my face as that's what I'm most comfortable with. Anyways, love what you're doing. :)

[@TJTutorials]

Thank you so much, that's very kind of you. I'm happy you find my videos helpful and they align with your own thoughts too ❤️

[@jazzyochuru7480]

You look great. I love your spirit. I am a NP, and I gave you a thumbs up!

[@user-qy2ii2ml7c]

Your skin looks so good.

[@TJTutorials]

Thank you 🤗

[@maysmith7994]

Hi TJ, love your videos. How often did you use the FR device at the beginning before the maintenance level??

[@richardsholisticnetwork]

I think the results you have had have been fantastic 😂 your face looks smoother and you skin looks lifted - was really shocked when I watched the before video at the start , love your vids 👍

[@TJTutorials]

Thanks Richard. It's an amazing journey to be able to share with you and everyone else. I love what I've achieved so far - but I still have some way to go. Thanks for the beautiful comment. 😊

[@sharonannanti-aging8336]

Hi Richard, I didn't know you where subscribed to TJ , how are you, I love his channel, take care of yourself ❤️

[@richardsholisticnetwork]

Sharon Ann Anti-aging Hi Sharon , yeah you and TJ are 2 of my fave KZbinrs 😀 I must do more with my channel, you both are so inspiring - hope you are well x

[@TJTutorials]

Feeling the love here guys. Thank youuuu 🤗🤗

[@sabragalloway9828]

I'm really enjoying your videos. I'm a master cosmetologist in georgia and have also been experimenting with rf, hifu, and micro needling on myself for facial rejuvenation. FUN! In the U.S. you have to be a doctor ,nurse or work directly under a doctor's supervision to do clients so Im just treating myself but I'm really happy with the subtle good results. also just bought a hyaluron pen and some quality small molecule cross linked filler .haha waiting for the pen to be delivered. Cant wait.. I've learned alot from your videos. Please keep making them

[@lynboughton2705]

Thanks for the information. Refreshing to get such in depth knowledge.

[@rlgstvids]

you are definitely worth to follow! now doing your vlog marathon! 👍

[@TJTutorials]

Awww. Thanks rlg

[@jenniferwindham7168]

Hello! I'm a registered nurse from Hattiesburg Mississippi in the U.S., and I just started following you and i just love love love your channel!! I feel like a fool, but you don't know if you don't ask...What does fortnite mean at 5:33 in the transcript? Please everyone be nice...

[@TJTutorials]

Hey hey. Soooooo that's me just being super British and forgetting not everyone uses the words we do. Fortnight is every two weeks, or bi-weekly.

[@catsmith7084]

Love you channel !!! I subbed !!!

[@yaelvitner7155]

Thank you for your enlightening tutorials...considering fillers some of them are biostimulators...they help produce collagen

[@TJTutorials]

Awesome to know. Thank you.

[@gnet1901]

can i use the LED eyelift wand to my face ? and is LED eyelift wand safe to use everyday?

[@samanjahn9510]

Hey TJ, first I must say I am totally in love with your videos :) I have a question about the intensity can you tell which is the best to use ? I watched your videos maybe I missed it but I did not remember if there was somthing about it. I dont want to do anything wrong by using this device and lossing fat on my face. Would be great if you can explain or give me an advice. Thank you very much.

[@TJTutorials]

Hi Saman 👋😊 I use a level 5 on my jaw, neck and forehead. A level 3/4 on my upper eyelid area and lower cheeks and a level 2/3 for my upper cheeks. If you want to avoid fat loss, try a treatment for 30 minutes total and wait 6 weeks. If you don't see any fat loss, do another treatment once every 4 weeks until you are at your skin goals 😊

[@bethdejesus9040]

Hi TJ your video it’s very informative and

[@emmatonge2436]

💕💗My RF machine arrived today, I also want to do a Bo’ Facial? What should I do first the Bo’ or the RF? Loving your videos 💕💗

[@theresajopson4157]

Great video! Just wondering if you have ever tried the MINI HIFU ? I love RF and have two machines at home. I would like extra tightening for the neck area. THANKS SO MUCH!!!

[@TJTutorials]

Hi Theresa. I actually received my new Mini HIFU machine a few days ago. I'm still on a treatment break to let my skin rest and repair properly so once I'm done, I'll be digging deeper into its effectiveness and get some videos uploaded. Thanks 😊

[@theresajopson4157]

@@TJTutorials Awesome! Thank You!

[@blankab1072]

You are amazing and so funny! ✌🏻

[@TJTutorials]

Awwww. Thanks 🤗 you're amazing too Blanka B 😁

[@victorauriac7407]

Sure your skin looks really good! Better? Here is a major difficulty: assessing progresses as pictures must be taken with same APN, same light conditions and same angles... On other thing that helps in long term is use of Retin-A (retinoic acid, used over 3 weeks cures).

[@TJTutorials]

Thanks Victor. Retin-A is amazing, but unfortunately my skin is just too sensitive for it 😭 I try to keep lighting and angles as consistent as I can, but ultimately I'm a small creator with basic tools for now. I have just ordered a microscope camera to really look at the skin in detail, which I'm excited to do more. Personally, how my skin was in October to how it is today is my own marker I use for improvements 😊 thanks for the awesome tips though, much appreciated.

[@bellabordeau2356]

Hi TJ. Do you use threads for facial lifting at all ?

[@eddieandrasdemarcy1418]

hello how many sessions do you need to do, how many teps by zone and what space between each session? thank you very much a french fan!

[@sharonannanti-aging8336]

Totally agree, if you over do the gym your muscles get fatigued so dose your skin, I also agree at home tools work, I noticed a big difference in my skin since using them .x

[@rebeccasmith260]

Hi love your channel, how often do you do rf please?

[@mariarobson8116]

Hi TJ, I'd like to buy the same machine as you, please can you tell me where I can get it, thanks x

[@ljb6343]

Do you have a video for best radio frequency devices?

[@muhammadfahad1873]

Hello Tj Thank you so much for your videos, I am eagerly waiting for your reply I have a beard cover my jawline and half of my cheeks, while I can use it for my forehead, do you recommend I shave it off? I would like to make my nose area a bit tighter as I have frown lines over there, what is the recommended way?

[@nalemax]

Hi TJ, thank you for your videos. I just got the RF machine today 🤗 I was wondering if I can user this on my tattoos, as I have tattoos on my neck. Do you think this may affect their colour, or anything?

[@TJTutorials]

Hi najo. It hasn't affected any of my tattoo's (I also use it on my chest and arms) no fading or anything ☺️

[@nalemax]

@@TJTutorials thank you so much for your quick response 💜

[@aaaaaa-hd7zp]

Great video! Can you use rf after getting fillers/Botox? If so how long do you need to wait? Thanks

[@TJTutorials]

Hi. I've not personally had fillers or Botox so wouldn't like to say for sure. I know with Botox you're supposed to avoid heat, so I would say ask your esthetician or cosmetic doctor. I don't want to say yes for sure as I know Botox and fillers cost a lot and I wouldn't want to be responsible for destroying any results they provide. Sorry I can't give a firm answer.

[@aaaaaa-hd7zp]

@@TJTutorials will do. Thanks!

[@rebeccasimmons5789]

Does RF help 11 lines.!! 😊 Thanks, your skin does look so good. Love your videos.!!

[@TJTutorials]

Hiiii. Absolutely. Mine have pretty much vanished now. If you want to really target them, I would recommend microneedling and RF combined. 😁

[@rebeccasimmons5789]

@@TJTutorials thank you. Have a good day. 😊

[@annieshayke8390]

Hi TJ thanks for the lovely video with lots of useful information. Can you use this device after botox? please let me know Thanks 😘

[@TJTutorials]

Hi Annie Shayke. You can, but you will want to wait at least 4 weeks after. If possible, it's best to use before Botox. 😊

[@annieshayke8390]

@@TJTutorials Thanks a lot you are amazing 😘X

[@munsterbt5040]

Do you have a review on NuFACE device, is it worth to buy? Thank you

[@TJTutorials]

Hi. I had a NuFace and it died after the second use. Not worth it IMO 🤠

[@karie_brown]

Hi, thanks for all the great info! Can you use this on your neck and chest wrinkles safely?

[@TJTutorials]

Hi Karie Brown 😊 It can be used safely on those areas. The only place to avoid in the neck is the voice box/thyroid area.

[@karie_brown]

@@TJTutorials thank you so much!

[@Inanour]

Hey there! Thank u so much for ur great videos! I just got the machine and i used it twice according to ur videos! I have some doubts though: 1. Does the radio-frequency machine help close the pores especially in the nose area? 2. What are the recommended movements for the neck area while using the machine? Thank u so much and keep up the good work! Btw ur skin looks fantastic!

[@TJTutorials]

Hiiii. Radiofrequency will help minimise pores briefly, but not permanently. Unfortunately, the only real way to minimise pores is to have facial fillers to plump up the skin or laser treatment. The more collagen and fat you have on the face, the smaller the pores will be. On the neck, make sure you avoid the voice box and thyroid gland area (centre of neck). An up and down motion works great here. Start toward the decolletage and work upwards toward your chin in large strokes - then sweep back down. I would say 15 minutes for each side would be sufficient (depending on intensity level). 🤗

[@Inanour]

@@TJTutorials thank u soo much! 😊

[@jamicarpenter8760]

Thank you doll!!!!😘💞

[@GoferGirl]

Many people have complained of volume (fat) loss from RF. Could the mini RF at home device cause this?

[@TJTutorials]

I've actually done a video covering this exact topic (does RF cause facial fat loss). Unlike professional level RF such as Thermage, home devices are highly unlikely to cause noticable fat loss if used correctly. With that said, there's always a risk of it happening. Everything from genetics, age, diet and other types of treatment can have an effect. I always recommend to go low and slow and build up until you reach what works best for you. Most issues happen when people go full power everyday as it takes around 6 weeks to notice fat coming away from the face. Hope this answers your question. 🙂

[@GoferGirl]

@@TJTutorials Thanks so much for that reply. I'm currently binge-eatching your channel and enjoying the wealth of information you offer from your own experience.

[@adminuser7221]

What do you have on your lips? They are so pink and shiny :O Anyway fantastic content as usual!!!! :)

[@TJTutorials]

Just a little bit of Vaseline is all. My lips are naturally pink instead of red. I used to get teased about it when I was younger, but I love them now. 😁

[@adminuser7221]

TJTutorials they look great!!

[@nybb8938]

Can RF be performed on a skin whose skin barrier is compromised?

[@danaa3291]

I just opened my RF machine, applied gel, turned my machine on and started over my brow, and feel norhing- am I supposed to feel any electricity, as I would with a dermawand?

[@TJTutorials]

Hi Dana A. You shouldn't feel anything other than heat. No electricity or muscle movement. When you have it on your skin, are the 5 red LEDs on the machine flashing? Also, what level do you have it on. It takes a few seconds to warm up, but the lights should be blinking when the RF is active (push the on/off button). Also, unscrew then re-screw the white wand cable nice and firmly into the main unit and try again. 🙂 Let me know if this helps.

[@danaa3291]

@@TJTutorials Thanks for your reply :) the instructions are a bit confusing- I thought the lights should be solid on (not blinking) when you use it? oh dios mio- LOL Okay, I will try again Thank you so much!

[@TJTutorials]

@@danaa3291 the instructions that come with the machine are pretty useless. Yes, when the led lights are blinking the RF is active 😊

[@silverfish8307]

Thank you 🙏

[@jannyripper]

Great video, very informative! I do have a couple of questions.. How long should you wait between a RF treatment and micro-needling? I saw you used aloe vera before and now you're using a conducting gel, can you use Hyaluronic Acid instead? the more I watch your videos, the more I want one of these machines, but the price fluctuates so much! I found one on Amazon for $65 USD, then another one for $98 USD and one for $195 USD! one that keeps on showing on my searches is the Silk'n Titan. Have you tried that one?

[@TJTutorials]

Hey 😊 you can actually do microneedling right after RF (video on the way) there are actual machines that combine the two, so I've been experimenting with two separate machines in one treatment. As a minimum, you should try to space RF out at monthly intervals. Microneedling varies depending on the needle depth. I actually switch between Aloe Vera and Conductive gel, depending on which is nearest to me at the time of filming. They both work equally as well - it's just preference that determines which to use. By all means, add a few drops of hyaluronic acid to the mix if you want. RF helps push product deeper, so it won't hurt to do it. Keep browsing the devices, add them to your basket and watch them. Promos are always coming up on them. I got a mini HiFu for $52 down from $158. Also, check other country sites. Amazon UK tends to be much cheaper than the US site. As does the German one. 😊 I've not tried the Silk n Titan, but I'll have a look at it and see what it's all about. Hope this gave you some answers to your questions. 😉

[@maryu8328]

Hi! I recently went through the same thing with the 3 options and got the $98 “beauty star” one delivered about 3 weeks ago. At first I thought it didn’t work and that I got scammed but realized it really needs water based gel to even feel the heat. I have an aloe plant that I cut up and added some sea salt to for a homemade conductive gel. I also have a misting water spray bottle that keeps it from drying up and getting sticky. Man, it got hot once I used those! I defiantly got my $ worth so that one’s not a fake, if that helps.Kinda wanna put it to a chicken breast and see how deep it cooks 😆.

[@aadilahendricks8529]

Ive been searching high and low for this RF item in South Africa. Amazon doesn't deliver here either 😔

[@TJTutorials]

I'm sorry to hear that. Have you tried Ali Express? I can't vouch for the quality from there, but I'm pretty sure they deliver to SA. 😊

[@aadilahendricks8529]

@@TJTutorials I will check it out 😊

[@queenjesseen]

My friend got burned recently by a professional.

[@tatiat7]

I bought one and instructions are so bad I don’t k ow if it’s working or broken

[@tatiat7]

@@BigP.P. it was really broken. The wand for this triangular one is very bad quality. I bought a new one that works.

[@miumiu6736]

Wind tunnel 😂