Laser & Modern Technology
XERF
Skin tightening with radiofrequency
At a Glance
In Brief
Skin tightening with radiofrequency heat
Treatment Duration
Half to one hour, depending on area
Pain
Usually felt as comfortable, varies individually
Anaesthesia
Integrated cooling, no anaesthesia needed
Downtime
Usually no downtime
Results
Often soon after, tightening over several weeks
Duration of Effect
Several months, depending on skin characteristics
Sessions
Individual, based on skin and progress
Price
From CHF 1'600
XERF is a radiofrequency system for skin tightening on the face, neck, décolleté and body. It delivers controlled heat to different layers of tissue, while integrated cooling protects the outer skin. The heat can firm existing collagen fibres and stimulate the formation of new collagen and elastin, the fibres that give the skin support and elasticity.
The treatment may be worthwhile if the cheeks and neck are losing firmness, the jawline is losing definition or the arms, abdomen or knees show lax skin. During the consultation, we analyse your skin, decide on the areas to treat and adjust intensity and penetration depth to your skin profile.
Treatment Areas
We discuss which areas make sense for you during the consultation.
Face
On the face, treatment focuses mainly on the cheeks and jawline. Targeted tightening is intended to help the cheek, chin and jaw areas look more clearly defined over time.
Neck
On the neck, XERF can firm areas of lax skin. This supports a defined contour between the neck and chin.
Décolleté
On the décolleté, treatment can refine skin texture and soften fine lines, helping the skin look fresher.
Body
Lax skin on the arms, abdomen or knees can also be treated. There, the radiofrequency heat can gently firm the tissue.
Legs
On the thighs, especially the inner thighs, and above the knees, the skin gradually loses firmness. The radiofrequency heat reaches the supporting structures deeper down and can stimulate collagen formation there. Over time, the skin on the legs can look firmer and smoother.
How does XERF work?
Over the years, the supporting network of collagen and elastin fibres that keeps the skin firm from deep within gradually weakens. Contours soften and the jawline loses definition. XERF targets this supporting network and works with radiofrequency heat alone, delivered through an applicator moved across the skin.
The system combines two frequencies: 6.78 MHz (megahertz) acts mainly on the upper dermis, the skin layer beneath the surface, while 2 MHz reaches the supporting structures deeper down. This allows several tissue depths to be treated in one application. Real-time skin analysis, three depth levels and ten intensity settings make it possible to adapt each treatment to your skin profile.
Under the heat, weakened collagen tissue can contract, which is why the skin often looks tighter soon after the session. Over the following weeks to months, new elastic and supportive structures are intended to form, with the aim of a longer-lasting effect. Throughout, the cooling protects the outermost layer of skin and keeps the application comfortable.
- Two frequencies: 2 MHz and 6.78 MHz
- Heat at several tissue depths
- Integrated cooling of the skin surface
- Three depth and ten intensity levels
- Real-time skin analysis
- Stimulates collagen and elastin
Why XERF at Aesthetics Medical?
Set to Your Skin
Intensity and penetration depth are adjusted to the characteristics of your skin. This is based on a real-time analysis of the skin.
Several Skin Layers
By combining two frequencies, the heat reaches superficial and deeper skin layers in the same application. This can give the tissue more stability and refine skin texture.
Your Skin’s Own Structures
XERF specifically stimulates existing structures in the skin and can thereby encourage new collagen and elastin to form. The firming effect comes from radiofrequency heat alone.
Natural Features
The aim is a natural look that preserves your facial features while the cheek and chin areas become more defined over time.
Sessions Based on Progress
We plan any further sessions and refresher treatments around your progress. Recovery and possible risks are discussed with you beforehand.
What does the treatment involve?
Consultation
Everything begins with a personal consultation and a careful skin analysis. Together, we determine the suitable areas and discuss costs, possible risks and side effects.
Settings
For the agreed zones, we select the depth level and intensity to suit your skin. Anaesthesia is not required for this treatment.
Treatment
During the session, we move the applicator evenly over the zones, delivering controlled deep warmth that is usually felt as pleasant. The built-in cooling keeps the outermost skin layer cool, and depending on the zone, the session takes about half an hour to a full hour.
Aftercare
Afterwards, you can return to your everyday routine right away, and any slight redness usually fades quickly. For the first few days, avoid intense sun, tanning beds and saunas, and protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (50+).
Further Sessions
The tightening effect develops over the following weeks as collagen continues to build up. Based on your progress, we decide together whether further sessions make sense.
| First session | CHF 1'600 |
| When booking 2 sessions | CHF 3'000 |
The cost depends on the area treated and the scope of the treatment. After your consultation, you receive a transparent quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the treatment work and how long does it take?
After the consultation and skin analysis, the applicator is guided evenly over the agreed zones. Two combined frequencies deliver controlled heat to deeper layers while the surface of the skin is cooled. Depending on the zone, a session lasts about half an hour to a full hour.
Is the treatment painful, and is anaesthesia used?
XERF is considered well tolerated. Thanks to the integrated cooling, most people find the application comfortable and mainly notice a pleasant sense of warmth. Anaesthesia is therefore not needed, although individual sensations can vary.
What risks and side effects are possible?
XERF is considered a gentle treatment, and the most common reactions are brief, slight redness or a feeling of warmth. These reactions usually subside quickly. Your individual risks and whether the treatment is suitable for you are discussed in detail during your consultation before the treatment.
What should I consider before the treatment?
The treatment is preceded by a consultation and a careful skin analysis, during which we decide on suitable areas and explain costs, possible risks and side effects. We also clarify with you what to bear in mind before your appointment and whether anything speaks against treatment in your case.
What should I consider after the treatment?
For the first few days, please avoid intense sun, tanning beds and sauna visits. During this time, protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (50+). Slight redness is possible and generally settles soon.
How long does recovery take after the treatment?
XERF usually requires no downtime, and a separate recovery phase is generally not needed. You are socially presentable again shortly after the session and can resume your usual activities. How your skin responds also depends on its characteristics and the intensity chosen.
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When do results become visible?
Initial changes are often noticeable shortly after the treatment, as weakened collagen can contract under the heat. The actual tightening develops over several weeks, because building new collagen takes time. The course varies from person to person.
How long do the results last?
In many people, the effect remains visible for several months. How long it lasts depends on your skin’s characteristics. Regular refresher treatments can help support the effect, and we discuss a suitable rhythm with you.
How many sessions are usually needed?
The number of sessions that makes sense depends on your skin condition and how it responds after the first treatment. We tailor any further sessions to your result; besides the first session, the price list also offers a booking of two sessions. We agree the number and spacing of sessions with you when planning your treatment.
Who is the treatment suitable for?
XERF may be suitable for women and men with early or already visible signs of skin laxity who would like to firm their skin gently. Common concerns include reduced firmness in the cheeks and neck, a softening contour along the jawline or looser skin on the body. We clarify your suitability in a personal consultation.
How much does the treatment cost?
An XERF treatment costs CHF 1’600 for the first session and CHF 3’000 when booking two sessions. The exact scope depends on the area treated. Aesthetic treatments are usually paid for privately, and you receive a transparent quote after your consultation.
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