Tightening loose skin without surgery requires technology that works deep in the dermis. At CSC Steil Dermatology in Hinsdale and Downers Grove, Illinois, the skilled dermatology team offers Genius® radiofrequency microneedling, which combines gold-plated needles with controlled heat energy to rebuild collagen and firm sagging tissue. The device’s real-time feedback system adjusts energy delivery for precise, safe treatment on all skin types. Call the office or book online to schedule your Genius consultation.
Genius uses gold-plated microneedles to penetrate your skin at controlled depths while delivering radiofrequency (RF) energy directly into the dermis. The needles create tiny injuries that trigger your body's healing response, while the RF energy heats tissue to stimulate collagen and elastin production.
What sets Genius apart from standard microneedling is its real-time feedback system. The device monitors tissue response during treatment and adjusts energy delivery accordingly, which means each pulse is precisely calibrated to your specific skin conditions at that moment.
Genius addresses concerns that require deeper remodeling:
The treatment works on your face, neck, chest, and body areas where you want to improve laxity or scarring. Because the RF energy bypasses the skin’s surface layer where pigment cells live, it’s safe for all skin types with minimal risk of hyperpigmentation.
Your CSC Steil Dermatology provider applies numbing cream before your appointment to keep you comfortable. Once the area is numb, they pass the handpiece across your skin in a stamping pattern, with the gold-plated needles penetrating to predetermined depths and delivering controlled RF pulses.
You may feel heat and pressure during treatment, but most people tolerate the procedure well. Sessions usually take 30–60 minutes, depending on the areas treated.
Expect red, swollen skin immediately after treatment. This peaks within the first 24–36 hours and gradually improves over the next week. Most people can return to normal activities within 48 hours, though full healing takes about a week.
You may see some tightening within a few days, but your body continues producing new collagen for several weeks. Results keep improving for up to six months after treatment. Most people need three sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart for optimal improvement.
To learn more about Genius radiofrequency microneedling and whether it’s appropriate for your concerns, schedule a consultation with the CSC Steil Dermatology team by phone or online.