All About Morpheus8 Treatment In Victoria BC

What Is Morpheus8?

Morpheus8 is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that uses radio-frequency (RF) energy combined with microneedling to target skin-tightening and rejuvenation. The idea is to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin while delivering heat into the tissue to trigger a healing and collagen-stimulating response.

Typical cost & sessions: Estimates suggest around CA $1,000 per session, with approximately three sessions often recommended for the desired outcome. (Note: actual cost and number of sessions will vary by provider, device settings, patient skin type, and desired result.)

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At Glow Luxe Skin Care, we understand that every skin type and treatment goal is unique. That’s why we developed our proprietary “Trinity” program — a carefully designed combination of three customized radiofrequency (RF) treatments and three SkinPen® microneedling sessions. FIND OUT MORE

How Does Radiofrequency Work?

The RF component of Morpheus8 uses electromagnetic energy to generate heat in the deeper layers of skin. This heat can stimulate collagen production and contract tissue, which in turn may improve firmness and texture of the skin.

Key mechanisms include:

• Collagen Stimulation: Heating the dermis may promote new collagen growth, which strengthens and supports the skin.

• Skin Tightening: As tissue responds, the skin may appear firmer and smoother over time.

• Depth Customisation: Some devices allow adjustment of microneedle penetration depths and RF energy settings, enabling tailoring to specific skin concerns.

How Does Microneedling Work?

Microneedling (also called collagen-induction therapy) involves many fine needles creating tiny punctures in the skin. These micro-injuries initiate the skin’s natural repair processes, resulting in stimulation of collagen and elastin.

Benefits may include:

• Improved appearance of fine lines

• Enhanced skin texture and tone

• Reduced visibility of scars or stretch marks

When combined with RF, microneedling may provide a deeper, more intense effect than microneedling alone.

What Does Morpheus8 Do?

When you combine RF + microneedling (as in Morpheus8), the intended effects include:

• Smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production

• Improvement in loose or sagging skin (for example, around the face, neck or jawline)

• Potential reduction in the visibility of scars and stretch marks

Important caveats:

• Results vary considerably by individual (skin condition, age, underlying anatomy, device settings, practitioner skill).

• Multiple treatments may be required (often 3-4 or more) and maintenance may be needed.

• “Tightening” and “lifting” are relative and subtle — the procedure is not equivalent to surgical facelift.

• No device or technique can guarantee a specific result for every person.

Are There Possible Side Effects?

Yes — like any medical procedure, there are risks and patients should be fully informed. According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), serious complications have been reported from certain uses of RF microneedling devices, including burns, scarring, fat loss, disfigurement, nerve damage, and need for surgical or medical intervention. 

You can read about the latest communication regarding side effects associated with RF microneedling devices here.

Potential side effects include (but are not limited to):

• Fat or volume loss: At higher temperatures (for example above ~43 °C in some tissue layers) there is risk of damaging the fat layer beneath skin, which may lead to unwanted hollowness or “gaunt” appearance.

• Scarring or pigmentation changes (hyperpigmentation/hypopigmentation)

• Grid marks or raised bumps (depending on needle pattern and healing)

• Prolonged discomfort, redness, swelling, bruising

• Texture changes, nerve-related symptoms or unexpected tissue reaction

Emphasis: While many patients experience routine, mild side-effects that resolve, the presence of these more serious risks means that good device technique, correct energy-settings, proper patient selection, and practitioner experience all matter enormously.

The Relationship Between High Temperatures And Facial Fat Loss

It is worth discussing the “heat” side of things. RF microneedling delivers energy that generates heat deep in the tissue. If the energy is too high or mis-applied (for example too deep, too hot, or too aggressive on thinner skin), the fat layer beneath the dermis may suffer injury. That in turn may result in volume loss, thinning of facial fullness, or a prematurely aged appearance.

While such outcomes are less common, they reinforce the importance of:

• selecting a provider with experience in RF microneedling and anatomy of facial fat compartments

• ensuring the device and settings are appropriate for the patient’s skin type and volume anatomy

• discussing upfront the possibility of volume-changes, and whether adjunctive treatments (fillers etc) might be needed to preserve fullness

Summary & Recommendation

In summary: Morpheus8 (and RF microneedling generally) offers a promising option for skin-tightening and rejuvenation, particularly for patients seeking non-surgical improvement. That said, the procedure is not risk-free — and some of the risks are serious if the treatment is mis-applied.

Our strong recommendation: Only proceed with RF microneedling through a highly skilled, very experienced, and appropriately licensed practitioner. Ask about:

• their training specific to RF microneedling devices

• how many treatments they have done with the specific device (such as Morpheus8)

• what settings they use, how they customise per patient

• how they handle complications and patient follow-up

• whether the treatment is appropriate for your skin thickness, previous procedures, volume anatomy and goals

You only have one skin. Be sure your provider understands both what they are doing and what your anatomy requires.

Interested in discussing skin-tightening options further? We offer FREE consultations. Call us today at 250.590.5459.