Question 1

How does Virtue RF (RF needling) work?

Accepted Answer

Virtue RF is an RF needling (radiofrequency microneedling) device that inserts fine gold-plated needles into the skin and delivers radiofrequency (RF) energy directly to the dermis through the needle tips. The stimulation from the micro-needles and the RF thermal energy create micro-coagulation zones in the dermis, and as the skin heals, it produces new collagen and elastin.

In other words, the core principle of Virtue RF is that a regenerative response from needle stimulation and collagen remodeling from RF heat occur simultaneously. Virtue RF features 36 gold-plated micro-needles and a Robotic Precision Delivery (RPD) system, designed to deliver energy precisely to the set depth.

Question 2

Why is there less epidermal damage?

Accepted Answer

Virtue RF is designed to deliver radiofrequency energy only at the tip of the needle using insulated micro-needles. Because the 36 gold-plated needles pass through the epidermis and deliver heat only at the target depth of 0.1–4.0 mm, it selectively acts on the dermal layer while reducing thermal stimulation on the skin surface. Less epidermal damage means relatively lower risk of scabbing, pigmentation, and downtime. For this reason, RF needling is considered a relatively safe procedure even for Asian skin, which is prone to pigmentation, and redness usually subsides within a few days. Of course, recovery speed varies by individual.

Question 3

What concerns (pores, scars, elasticity) is it effective for?

Accepted Answer

Virtue RF is widely used for enlarged pores, acne scars (depressed scars), fine lines and loss of skin elasticity, and overall skin texture improvement. Because it induces collagen production in the dermis, it is suitable for concerns related to dermal changes such as pores, scars, and age-related loss of elasticity.

Concern	Mechanism of action	Expected changes
Enlarged pores	Collagen regeneration in the dermis around pores	Effect of pores appearing smaller
Acne scars	Remodeling of tissue beneath the scar	Depressed areas become smoother
Elasticity and fine lines	Dermal thermal stimulation and collagen neogenesis	Improvement in skin texture and firmness
Skin texture and tone	Promotion of turnover during the regeneration process	Smoother skin texture

In clinical practice, pores, scars, and loss of elasticity often appear together on the same face. The degree of improvement varies by individual depending on skin condition, scar depth, and age. Combining with other procedures such as Skin Booster may be helpful.

Question 4

Can needle depth and intensity be adjusted?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Virtue RF allows fine adjustment of needle depth from 0.1 mm to 4.0 mm in 0.1 mm increments, enabling customized treatment according to skin condition and concerns—shallow for thin areas like the eye area, deep for deep scars.

Energy intensity is also adjustable in steps, and it is possible to divide the total energy into multiple sub-pulses to maintain the total amount while reducing pain. The appropriate depth and intensity are determined by a specialist after evaluating the skin condition.

Question 5

How many sessions of Virtue RF are needed?

Accepted Answer

Typically, a cycle consists of about 3 sessions at 3-4 week intervals. Since collagen regeneration occurs gradually over several weeks, repeating the procedure at regular intervals helps enhance results.

For mild concerns about pores and skin texture, fewer sessions may be satisfactory, but old, deep scars may require more sessions. It is recommended to determine the exact treatment plan after evaluating the skin condition and consulting with a specialist.

What is Virtue RF?

How Does Virtue RF (RF Microneedling) Work?

Why Does It Cause Less Damage to the Epidermis?

What Concerns (Pores, Scars, Elasticity) Does It Address?

Can the Needle Depth and Energy Level Be Adjusted?

How Many Sessions of Virtue RF Are Recommended?

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