Beauty
Heres everything to know about the buzzy beauty treatment.
When I was in my 20s, myskin care regimen was all about treating acne.
Then I heard about Sofwave.
Then I saw a colleague in the office withthemost snatched glow I had ever seen.
I got Sofwave, she told me.
Half an hour later and I had an appointment booked withDr.
Blair Murphy-Rose, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.
Read on for everything you better know about Sofwave and how it works.
What Is Sofwave?
Thats because its generally safe.
One of the most impressive parts of it is that theres no downtime, Murphy-Rose tells Bustle.
It can also be used on all skin types and skin tones.
Snatched is the best way to describe the results, IMHO.
If you’re looking for a procedure that addresses acne scars or hyperpigmentation, this isnt it, FYI.
According to Murphy-Rose, Sofwave has similar results toradiofrequency, another popular skin-tightening treatment.
Theyre both going to heat the tissue.
Its just a different jot down of wave that will trigger the heat production, she says.
That said, shes seen slightly better results with high-frequency ultrasound.
Sofwave does not have that issue because its just up in the dermis.
Whats more, she notes that Ulthera is very uncomfortable, while Sofwave is much more easily tolerated.
But it was over as quickly as it came.
Some areas of the face are more sensitive than others for me, it was my chin.
Everywhere else, however, was fine.
I barely felt any discomfort, and the entire treatment was over in about 15 or 20 minutes.
The Results & Aftercare
Since Sofwave has no downtime, the aftercare rules are minimal.
you’re free to proceed with your regular skin care routine, too, so retinol is A-OK.
I usually tell my patients to look for the final results at the eight-month mark.
Its a marathon, not a sprint.
The immediate glow I had post-Sofwave, at the very least, showed major promise.
And Murphy-Rose notes that youll only continue to see improvements in your skin, which I certainly did.
I figured Sofwave had to be the source of that magic since my product regimen hasnt changed much.
My skin feels stronger and plumper than ever.
On top of that, its brighter and more even.
The Cost
Of course, such an effective non-invasive beauty treatment comes with a hefty price tag.
In her office, it costs $4,500 for the face and $6,500 for the face and neck.
I know thats quite expensive.
(Note these are New York City rates.)
FWIW, you really only need one session to see results.
Plus, it lasts about a year, so youre paying for the efficacy.
Im really happy with my more snatched complexion and would jump at the chance to get the treatment again.
Murphy-Rose adds that anyone who wants to take preventative measures against sagging skin would also benefit from the treatment.
This article was originally published onFeb.
