Microneedling & RF Microneedling in Setauket, NY
Looking as good as you feel doesn’t have to mean surgery or injectables. At NectarineMD, we offer a non-invasive path to skin rejuvenation using RF microneedling and our signature microneedling treatments—options that smooth wrinkles, tighten lax skin, and enhance your glow using your body’s natural healing powers. All of our microneedling and RF microneedling treatments include our FactorFive Post Treatment Serum, which takes advantage of the microchannels created during treatment to deliver growth factors and boost rejuvenation.
With the FDA-cleared PiXel8-RF device, our treatment delivers advanced, customizable energy deep into the skin to boost collagen, remodel tissue, and restore youthful firmness. Our signature microneedling uses a precision pen to perfect skin texture, refine pores, and encourage fresh, healthy renewal, all without heat or energy. Whether you’re hoping to lift sagging cheeks or refine the look of skin on your abdomen, this innovative approach offers safe, long-lasting results—with minimal downtime.
What Is RF Microneedling?
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling combines two proven technologies to stimulate skin repair and regeneration. During the procedure, a specialized device uses ultra-fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, while simultaneously delivering heat energy from radiofrequency waves into the deeper layers.
This dual action jumpstarts collagen and elastin production, tightens connective tissues, and improves overall skin tone and texture. Compared to traditional microneedling, RF enhances both the depth and efficacy of collagen remodeling, resulting in faster, more visible improvements.
At NectarineMD, we use the PiXel8-RF system, which offers:
- Adjustable needle depth for precision treatment
- Optimized RF output for deeper thermal stimulation
- Customizable delay settings for patient comfort
- Reduced risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a non-invasive treatment that uses a precision pen device equipped with ultra-fine needles to create controlled micro-channels in the skin’s surface. These tiny injuries signal the body to begin a natural repair process—stimulating fresh collagen, improving cellular turnover, and enhancing overall skin smoothness.
Unlike RF microneedling, which adds heat energy to target deeper layers, traditional microneedling focuses on rejuvenating the upper layers of the skin. This makes it especially effective for refining texture, minimizing pores, softening fine lines, and improving the appearance of scars.
At NectarineMD, our signature microneedling treatment offers:
- Precision, pen-based technology for consistent depth and control
- A gentler approach ideal for all skin types
- Enhanced absorption of topical serums such as PRP
- Gradual, natural-looking improvement with minimal downtime
What Are the
Benefits of Microneedling & RF Microneedling?
Microneedling & RF Microneedling treatments are full of benefits for an improved appearance. Aside from lifting the skin and giving you a resurfaced glow, microneedling can also:
Experience a refreshed, healthy, and naturally rejuvenated look with Microneedling & RF Microneedling. This treatment smooths fine lines and wrinkles and lifts the skin to achieve a more youthful appearance.
Your Microneedling treatment can also be paired with VAMP, FactorFive Exosomes, or FactorFive Post Treatment serum to penetrate deep into the dermis and promote cell rejuvenation, neovascularization, and collagen and elastin production.
What Areas
Can Be Treated With RF Microneedling Skin Tightening?
RF microneedling can be safely performed on the face and body, making it a versatile solution for a range of aesthetic concerns.
Common treatment areas include:
- Face: cheeks, forehead, jawline, under-eyes, and neck
- Body: abdomen, arms, butt, legs
Treatable concerns:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Skin laxity and crepey texture
- Acne scars and enlarged pores
- Stretch marks
- Melasma and hyperpigmentation
- Neck rings and uneven tone
Artfully Refined,
Never Overdone
What To Expect Before, During, and After
RF Microneedling Skin Tightening
NectarineMD is committed to your safety, comfort, and satisfaction for all our wellness and aesthetic treatments. From consultation to recovery, our practitioners are here to make sure you understand the process, have clear expectations, and can maintain post-treatment care.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
RF microneedling is ideal for individuals looking to:
- Improve mild to moderate skin laxity
- Reduce fine lines, scars, or uneven texture
- Refresh skin without surgery or injectables
We place great emphasis on your goals, mindset, and lifestyle to ensure expectations align with achievable outcomes. During your consultation, we’ll determine whether this treatment—or a combination therapy—is best for you.
Why Choose
NectarineMD for
RF Microneedling Skin Tightening in Setauket, NY
At NectarineMD, we specialize in regenerative aesthetics backed by over 22 years of experience in functional and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Tanya and her team take a holistic, lifestyle-centered approach to skin health that blends internal wellness with advanced technologies.
We offer personalized care plans that may integrate RF microneedling with complementary therapies such as PRP, peptides, or hormone balancing—all under one roof. Our goal is not just to treat your skin, but to optimize your entire health environment for lasting, visible change.
Frequently
Asked Questions
RF microneedling adds heat energy to traditional microneedling, allowing for deeper skin remodeling, faster results, and longer-lasting improvements.
Most patients see best results with 3–4 treatments, spaced about 4 weeks apart. Maintenance sessions may be recommended annually. However, you may notice visible improvement after just one session, especially when paired with post-treatment boosters like VAMP or exosomes.
Yes, RF microneedling is safe for all Fitzpatrick skin types and poses minimal risk of pigment disruption.
Avoid harsh exfoliants, alcohol-based products, and unprotected sun or tanning bed exposure for 1–2 weeks. Avoid heavy workouts and heat (saunas, hot showers) for at least 48 hours. Do not take NSAIDs like ibuprofen unless instructed.
Absolutely. Our signature microneedling and RF microneedling treatments include a post-treatment serum, and we can also pair them with PRP, VAMP, exosomes, or peptides for enhanced, customized rejuvenation. Your provider will recommend the best combination for your goals during your consultation.
The PiXel8-RF system is fully customizable, so we can protect fat where you want to keep volume—like the face, neck, décolletage, and hands—by using lower, controlled settings. In areas where fat reduction is desired, we adjust to higher energy levels to safely target and remodel fat.
Look The Way You Feel With RF Microneedling Skin Tightening
Your skin tells a story. At NectarineMD, we help you refresh that story—naturally, precisely, and powerfully. Whether you’re addressing early signs of aging or simply looking to glow a little brighter, RF microneedling with PiXel8-RF offers a safe and effective solution tailored to you.
Let us help you reconnect your inner vitality with your outer glow.