Skin Tightening

Virtue DeepRF uses microneedles to deliver radiofrequency energy deep into the skin, stimulating collagen and elastin to firm and lift the tissue. Everesse® by Cartessa uses non-invasive radiofrequency energy to heat the skin and trigger collagen production—helping improve firmness and elasticity without needles.

A topical numbing cream is applied beforehand. Most patients feel only mild warmth or pressure during the treatment.

We typically recommend a series of 3 treatments, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, for optimal tightening and collagen rebuilding.

You may notice firmer, smoother skin in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing in 2–3 months as collagen regenerates.

Results can last 12 to 18 months, especially when paired with a healthy skincare routine and maintenance treatments.

Yes! Face and neck are often treated together, and body areas like the abdomen and thighs can be combined in one appointment.

Yes. Both Virtue DeepRF and Everesse® by Cartessa are safe for all skin tones and types when performed by the highly trained providers at South Aesthetics, using customized settings for your skin.

Mild redness or sensitivity for 24–48 hours is common. Most clients return to normal routines within a day.

Yes. While traditional microneedling improves skin texture, our skin tightening treatments go further. Virtue DeepRF enhances results by combining microneedling with radiofrequency to target deeper layers of the skin, while Everesse® delivers non-invasive radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen and improve firmness—both offering more noticeable tightening than microneedling alone.

Absolutely. It’s an excellent treatment for reducing the appearance of stretch marks and improving skin texture around scars.