Nonsurgical facial rejuvenation has shifted away from surface-level treatments toward options that address how the face ages as a whole. Skin laxity, muscle weakening and changes in the deeper facial framework can all contribute to a tired or sagging appearance over time. Many patients want solutions that improve not only the skin on the surface but also the structures that support it.
EMFACE has gained attention for its ability to target both the skin and the underlying facial muscles simultaneously, a significant advancement over earlier technologies. Patients often ask if it truly creates a visible lift and whether the results can hold up for more than a few weeks. At Choosi Skin Face and Laser Spa, we offer EMFACE to help patients achieve noticeable lift and improved skin quality without needles or downtime.
What Is EMFACE?
EMFACE is a noninvasive facial treatment that combines synchronized radiofrequency (RF) with high-intensity facial electrical stimulation (HIFES™). This dual-energy approach enables EMFACE to address the skin and the facial muscles simultaneously.
- Radiofrequency energy gently heats the dermis to stimulate collagen and elastin production
- HIFES technology activates key elevator muscles in the face, creating thousands of supramaximal contractions in a single session
These muscle contractions are far stronger than what can be achieved voluntarily. Over time, they help increase muscle tone and support, improving facial lift and firmness from the inside out. Unlike injectables that work by relaxing muscles, EMFACE focuses on strengthening them.
Does EMFACE Actually Work?
EMFACE is supported by multiple clinical studies that used objective measurement tools rather than visual assessment alone. For instance, a multicenter clinical trial published in Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine evaluated patients who received four EMFACE treatments. Results showed progressive improvement over time.
Patients experienced:
- Approximately 20 percent wrinkle reduction at one month
- More than 36 percent wrinkle reduction in three months
- Statistically significant improvement on the standardized wrinkle grading scale
- Structural facial improvement confirmed through three-dimensional imaging
These findings are significant because the results continued to improve over several months rather than peaking early and fading.
In a separate evaluator-blinded study that followed patients for six months, researchers measured facial lifting and skin quality using specialized imaging and skin elasticity devices. Patients demonstrated sustained lifting of the forehead, cheeks and eyebrows. Skin firmness increased by more than 80 percent at six months. Improvements in crow’s feet wrinkles, forehead pore appearance and overall skin quality were also observed.
All participants in the study reported visible improvement, and many rated their facial appearance as more than 50% better than at baseline.
How Long Will EMFACE Results Last?
Longevity is one of the most important factors patients consider when choosing a noninvasive facial treatment. Many skin-tightening procedures deliver short-term improvement that fades quickly, making it difficult to justify the time and cost.
Six-Month Outcomes
Clinical studies confirm that EMFACE improvements remain visible at six months. Forehead and eyebrow lift, improved skin firmness, and softening of fine lines were still measurable at this time point. These results show that EMFACE is not a short-lived tightening treatment.
One-Year Findings From Emerging Data
Longer-term investigator-led data evaluated patients one year after completing EMFACE treatment. Researchers observed that approximately 68 percent of the original volumetric improvement remained at one year. This included increased upper cheek volume and reduced jowl fullness.
These findings suggest that strengthening facial muscles may help reposition soft tissue upward rather than simply tightening the skin surface. Individual results vary, but this data supports EMFACE as a longer-lasting noninvasive option for appropriate candidates.
Why Are Maintenance Treatments Recommended?
EMFACE works in part by strengthening the facial elevator muscles that support the skin and soft tissues of the face. Like any muscle in the body, facial muscles require ongoing stimulation to maintain tone. Without continued activation, muscle strength gradually declines. In addition to muscle changes, collagen and elastin production naturally slow with age, which can affect skin firmness even after an effective treatment series.
Because EMFACE influences both muscle tone and skin quality, results tend to follow a predictable pattern. Improvements build gradually over the first few months as muscles strengthen and collagen remodels. Over time, these effects soften rather than disappear abruptly, reflecting normal biological aging rather than treatment failure. This gradual change allows results to look natural while still being noticeable.
Maintenance treatments help reinforce the gains achieved during the initial series. By reactivating facial muscles and supporting ongoing collagen stimulation, periodic sessions can slow the return of laxity and preserve facial definition. For many patients, scheduling maintenance once or twice per year is enough to help maintain lift firmness and overall facial support without committing to frequent treatments.
Who Is a Good Candidate for EMFACE?
EMFACE is well-suited for patients with mild to moderate facial laxity who want subtle, natural-looking improvement without injections or downtime. It is ideal for individuals who are beginning to notice softening in facial tone or definition and want to support their skin and facial structure over time.
This treatment may be a good option for individuals who:
- Want lifting and firming without needles or injectables
- Prefer gradual improvement rather than dramatic change
- Are interested in preventative aging care
- Want to return to normal activities immediately
EMFACE can be used on its own or combined with injectables to support facial tone between treatments. It is not intended to replace volume loss correction or surgical lifting for advanced facial aging.
Experience EMFACE for Yourself for Facial Rejuvenation
Current clinical research shows that EMFACE can deliver measurable lifting, visible wrinkle reduction, and stronger facial support that lasts far longer than many noninvasive treatments. Studies demonstrate improvements in skin firmness, texture, and facial muscle tone that remain noticeable at the six-month mark, with emerging evidence of volume support that can persist for a full year.
At Choosi Skin Face and Laser Spa in Cincinnati, OH, patients can experience these clinically supported benefits through customized treatment plans designed to match their goals and facial anatomy. Contact us online or call (513) 818-8171 to schedule a consultation, so our team can create a personalized plan to help you achieve your best results. We proudly serve patients from Mason, Kenwood, Cincinnati, Dayton, and surrounding areas in Ohio.
