I have just finished a 6 session course of radio frequency on my face using the lipofirm plus, and wish I had found realself befire as I probably would have been scared enough not to go through with it. I have noticed extra lines on my face, an extra line on my forehead and my nasolabial folds seem deeper! After reading reviews on radio frequency, I am scared. Can this particular machine destroy the fat cells in my face? Im only 37 and petrified of ageing considerably after having this done.
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September 18, 2021
Answer: Radiofrequency treatment of the skin and subcutaneous tissue have potential negative side effects.
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