Secret Duo

Also known as: secret duo rf, secret duo laser, secret duo rf microneedling, secret duo fractional rf, secret duo skin resurfacing, secret duo device, thermal microneedling

Skin Rejuvenation & Resurfacing

AI Aesthetician Summary

Secret Duo represents a revolutionary advancement in aesthetic dermatology, combining two powerful non-ablative technologies to deliver comprehensive skin rejuvenation with minimal downtime. This dual-platform system integrates RF microneedling with a 1540nm erbium glass laser, offering practitioner...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Wrinkles Acne Scarring Sagging Skin Large Pores Sun Damage

Areas:Forehead, Cheek, Chin, Jaw, Neck, Abdomen, Thigh, Buttocks

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis), Subcutaneous Fat, Blood Vessels

Longevity:1-2 Years

How it Works

Duration:60 minutes

Anesthesia:Topical (e.g., Numbing Cream)

Pain Level:Mild

Techniques:Radiofrequency, Laser, Microneedling

Multiple Sessions:Yes

Post Treatment

Downtime:5 days

Post-care:Expect temporary redness, warmth, swelling, and possible grid marks, with minor flaking or a sandpaper-like texture for several days. Avoid washing the treated area or applying makeup for at least 4-24 hours, and refrain from hot showers or saunas for 1-2 days. Protect your skin from sun exposure with broad-spectrum SPF 50+ and avoid irritating skincare products like retinols or AHAs for about a week.

Risks:Temporary redness, swelling, warmth, pain or discomfort, bleeding, milia, acne, wounds (such as burning or blistering), skin sensitivity, skin color changes including post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, bruising, petechiae, infection, or scarring. Some patients may also experience a tender or sandpaper-like skin texture and grid-like marks.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Minimally Invasive

Manufacturer:Cutera

Specialty:Medical Spa

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