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The modality
High frequency is a professional skincare modality that uses a specialized glass electrode and a gentle electrical current during face and body treatments.
At Complexion Co. Skin Studio, high frequency may be used when we want to provide additional support for breakouts, congestion, post-extraction skin, or other targeted concerns.
Depending on the treatment and equipment being used, traditional or infrared high-frequency techniques may be selected.
How it works
A glass electrode is placed on or just above the skin, creating a gentle high-frequency electrical current.
Traditional high frequency can produce a small amount of ozone at the skin’s surface and is commonly incorporated into treatments for acne-prone or congested skin.
Infrared high frequency produces a warming effect and may be selected when our treatment goal is focused more on circulation and supporting the appearance of healthy skin.
The technique, electrode, intensity, and treatment time are customized to the area being treated.
The experience
With traditional high frequency, you may notice a distinctive clean or ozone-like scent.
Treatment should remain comfortable. We adjust the intensity based on your tolerance.
Concerns it may address
High frequency may be incorporated when addressing:
Face + body
High frequency isn’t limited to facial treatments.
Our approach
High frequency is not automatically used on every breakout.
We first assess your skin and determine whether high frequency is appropriate for your current condition.
It may be incorporated after extractions, used selectively over blemishes, or included as part of a customized acne or corrective treatment.
The goal is always to choose the modality that makes sense for your skin that day.
Candidacy
Certain factors—including pregnancy, pacemakers or implanted electronic devices, certain heart conditions, seizure disorders, metal implants in the treatment area, certain medications, or highly compromised or irritated skin—may affect whether treatment is appropriate.
We’ll review relevant contraindications before using this modality.
Afterward
High frequency itself typically requires little to no downtime.
Any aftercare you need will be based on your complete treatment, not high frequency alone.
Frequency
High frequency may be used occasionally or incorporated more regularly into a corrective treatment plan.
Frequency depends on your skin, breakouts, treatment schedule, and the other modalities being used.
More frequent doesn’t automatically mean better.
Good to know
It shouldn’t. Most clients experience mild tingling or buzzing.
The sensation can feel electrical, but treatment is performed using controlled professional techniques and appropriate intensity.
No. Different high-frequency techniques may be used for different treatment goals.
When appropriate, yes. It may be incorporated into targeted body treatments for breakout-prone areas.
No. We’ll determine whether it would benefit your treatment.
Treatment packages
If you’re working on ongoing acne, congestion, texture, or another corrective concern, high frequency may be incorporated into a treatment series or package when appropriate.
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You don’t need to select high frequency separately.
Book the face or body treatment that matches your goals and we’ll determine whether high frequency should be incorporated.
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Not sure whether high frequency is appropriate because of a medication, health condition, pregnancy, implanted device, or previous reaction?
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