How is OPUS UniFace different from other radiofrequency (RF) treatments?

Not all radiofrequency works the same way

Commonly used monopolar RF has current flowing between an electrode on the skin and a grounding pad attached to the body. OPUS's unipolar RF heats tissue with a 40.68MHz electromagnetic field without a grounding pad.

This is closer to three-dimensional heating, where energy is delivered evenly over a wide area instead of concentrating in one spot. It has been reported to deliver heat steadily to the dermis and subcutaneous tissue without overheating the surface.

The rotating tip: Spin Activator

Another feature of OPUS UniFace is its rotating tip. The tip presses firmly on the skin and turns at a constant speed while delivering RF, adding the physical stimulation of pressure and rotation to the heat.

Fibroblasts in the skin are known to respond to physical forces like these as well. However, how much additional effect the rotation actually adds still needs more research, and we explain this in clinic too.

What changes have studies found?

In a study published in Lasers in Medical Science in 2026, 30 adults with mild to moderate facial sagging received 40.68MHz unipolar RF three times at 4-week intervals. After 20 weeks, 3D imaging measured average volume reductions of −2.2mL in the cheeks, −1.7mL along the jawline, and −2.9mL under the chin, along with improved firmness measures.

However, the study did not examine tissue directly. So rather than saying "this many mL of fat were lost," it's more accurate to read it as an objective change in visible contour and firmness.

Who we recommend it for

Many people feel that their facial contour looks tidier and puffiness has gone down right after treatment. This reflects both temporary contraction from heat and fluid movement from the rotating massage. Long-term improvement in firmness is a separate process that comes from collagen regeneration over the following weeks.

• People with thick skin and firm subcutaneous tissue
• People who didn't notice much change with previous RF lifting
• People whose face tends to be puffy in the morning
• People whose jawline and lower face feel heavy

Procedure and precautions

After cleansing, a dedicated gel is applied, and the rotating tip is moved along the facial contour for about 10 minutes. It feels like a massage with gentle warmth, so most people receive it without anesthesia.

There may be temporary redness or mild swelling afterward, but it usually subsides quickly. Rather than a single session, we recommend regular sessions while watching for changes. The frequency and number of sessions are decided based on your skin.

Prices (as of the October 2026 menu)

The amount of energy and areas needed are decided after consultation. Both face and body can be treated.

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