With age, the skin on our face and body changes, producing less collagen and elastin and showing more signs of damage. Often, wrinkles, discoloration, and sagging skin become areas of concern, and professionally administered treatments are necessary to provide a dramatic change. One treatment that proves effective time and time again is Morpheus8. This radiofrequency (RF) microneedling treatment is excellent for creating new collagen while reducing fat, but how long does Morpheus8 last is one question our patients always ask before they undergo treatment.
Morpheus8 Basics
Morpheus8 is an RF microneedling treatment that employs the body’s ability to heal and rejuvenate the skin. During the treatment, tiny needles are inserted into the skin to create microchannels that, over time, trigger collagen production. With radiofrequency microneedling, the RF energy that is administered reaches deep into the tissue to stimulate collagen production and, depending on where Morpehus8 is performed, reduces subcutaneous fat. Since the settings are adjustable, it can go as deep as 8mm below the skin’s surface.
Unlike other aesthetic treatments, Morpheus8 can be used on all skin tones, and there is no downtime required, but you may experience redness and sensitivity for one to three days. The skin heals after a treatment, stimulating natural collagen production, which also helps resurface the skin. Morpheus8 can be used on the face, neck, and body to tighten and firm sagging or wrinkled skin. It’s often used as a solution to correct:
- Sagging skin on the lower face, or jowls and jaw
- Lines, wrinkles, and creases on the lower face and neck
- Loose or lax skin anywhere on the body
- Sun-damaged skin
- Scars, including acne scars
- Hyperpigmentation
- Stretch marks
- Large pores
- Dull or uneven-looking skin
Expected Results
Morpheus8 works by stimulating collagen production, so the results you will see will take some time to surface. In the first few days after a treatment, you will notice a difference in your skin and then a change to the skin’s tone and texture, but the full results can take up to three months to appear. Most patients will need a series of Morpheus8 treatments to achieve maximum results, spaced four to eight weeks apart to allow the skin and tissue time to heal.
How Long the Results Last
Everyone’s results from Morpheus 8 are a little different, and patients want to know how long Morpheus8 lasts. While you’ll see a rejuvenated and more youthful look, on average, the effects of Morpheus8 can last anywhere from one to three years depending on the treatment area, the depth of the needles used during the treatment, and how you care for your skin afterward.
By spacing out the treatments and undergoing the recommended number of sessions, how long your Morpheus8 results will last can be extended. Maintenance sessions are also helpful.
Maintaining Your Results
Several factors can influence how long Morpheus8 lasts, and plenty is in your control to prolong the effects of the treatment. Your lifestyle choices, diet, skincare routine, and exposure to environmental factors all play a role in maintaining your results. The amount of collagen in the skin also can lead to shorter-lived or longer-term results. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals can promote skin health and prolong the effects of Morpheus8, as can managing stress, getting a good night’s sleep every night, and following a regular exercise program.
Sticking to a skincare routine that supports the results of Morpheus8, such as using sunscreen daily and other active ingredients, can also help maintain the results.
