FORMA™ Lift (Radio Frequency) in South Africa

At Dr Nerina Wilkinson + Associates, our approach is bespoke and tailored to solve your specific skin concerns.

Before we schedule any procedures, patients must undergo a comprehensive examination including a VISIA Skin Analysis and Next Motion photograph. This allows us to create a personalised, results-driven, treatment plan and accurately track progress.

Dr Nerina Wilkinson has a set standard of individualised care and expertise which is reflected by the entire team. Our team of experts has a wealth of knowledge. It continuously delivers outstanding results by using state-of-the-art medical devices and products, sparing no expense to create a safe and luxurious environment where all your skincare concerns can be addressed.

Each FORMA™ Lift treatment is completely bespoke and formulated around an individual’s concerns and desired results. Contact us to book a consultation.

A FORMA™ Lift can benefit prospective patients who are struggling with signs of skin ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles, skin sagging and skin laxity.

Radio Frequency treatments help stimulate collagen production to improve skin elasticity, provide deep skin tightening and sculpt areas of the face.

Always start with a professional consultation with qualified and experienced specialists for an in-depth analysis of your facial features and to reach a good understanding of your skincare concerns and goals as well as the most suitable treatments to help you achieve these goals.

Our unique and comprehensive VISIA Skin Analysis is available for you to discuss and analyse your concerns and goals and for our team of specialists to provide bespoke advice and a customised treatment plan.

Schedule your VISIA Skin Analysis today!

Forma skin tightening technology can be used to treat the following areas:

• Jawline
• Jowls
• Naso-labial fold
• Neck
• Upper eyelids

FORMA™ uses radio frequency technology to provide optimal skin contraction in the deep layers of your skin. Radio Frequency energy stimulates the formation of new collagen and visibly improves skin elasticity. FORMA™ is used to tighten areas of loose skin and define and sculpt facial features.

FORMA™ radio frequency treatments are suitable for all skin types and are appropriate for those seeking a non-invasive treatment and a more natural approach to improving skin tone and tightening. Patients have reported that their skin feels smoother and appears more defined, complemented by a reduction in wrinkles. FORMA™ Skin Tightening treatment has been proven to treat the following successfully:

• Premature Ageing
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Skin sagging
• Skin laxity

Results are immediate; you will notice the lifting, firming and tightening effects straight after your first treatment. This is therefore an ideal sculpting treatment before any event. The full benefit of the treatment will however continue to develop over the next 4 – 6 weeks due to the collagen stimulation and the resultant deeper skin tightening.

FORMA™ Skin Tightening is a non-surgical sculpting treatment and does not replace conventional surgical and aesthetic lifting techniques and treatments.

Immediately after your first treatment, you will notice lifting, firming and tightening effects. After 4-6 weeks the full benefits of the treatment will have developed due to the collagen stimulation and resultant deeper skin tightening.

Results are present immediately after the first treatment, and patients continue to experience the beneficial effects of radio frequency treatments after 4-6 weeks.

Follow up FORMA™ Lift treatments can be performed to maintain and further improve skin elasticity and tightening.

Results from FORMA radiofrequency treatments last indefinitely with regular maintenance treatments.

Treatment time can vary between 30 minutes – 45 minutes.

There is no downtime involved with FORMA radiofrequency treatments. You can return to your normal daily activities straight after your treatment with firmer-looking, radiant skin.

FORMA™ Radio Frequency treatments are not painful at all, it is a rather warming, and comfortable treatment, especially during the colder months.

When performed by a qualified Skincare Specialist in lieu of a professional skincare consultation, FORMA™ lift treatments are considered very safe.

Our FORMA radiofrequency treatments cost 2 600 per session.

The cost includes a bespoke aftercare pack consisting of relevant product minis to aid the recovery of your skin post-treatment.

When purchasing a course of FORMA radiofrequency treatments you will qualify for a 10% package discount.

There are alternative treatments that we utilise to assist patients who are struggling with a range of skin concerns including premature ageing, fine lines and wrinkles, skin sagging, and skin laxity.

3D Medical Skin Needling is a unique 3D micro-needling experience that offers the combination of 3 individual treatments into one treatment session ensuring that we target all the origins of ageing for healthier more youthful skin.

Forma HydraLyft combines the brightening effects of a Chemical Peel with the deep infusion of Hyaluronic Acid using our Mesotherapy technique as well as the skin tightening and contouring benefits of the Forma Radiofrequency Skin Tightening.

Morpheus Enhance is a non-surgical advanced technology combining the power of radio-frequency energy with adjustable depth micro-needling and PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment to address a variety of skincare concerns.

When a qualified Skincare Specialist performs FORMA™ the risks diminish significantly. Rare adverse effects include local pain, skin redness (erythema), swelling (edema), damage to the natural skin texture (crust, blister, burn), change of skin pigmentation (hyper- or hypo-pigmentation) and scarring. While most people do not experience these complications, it is important to be aware of them and discuss it with your Skincare Specialist.

We are passionate about educating our clients on safe, results-driven treatments, therefore, we design each client’s Skincare Treatment Plan individually to deliver optimal results. To achieve this, we start with a computerised VISIA Skin Care Analysis that objectively measures and maps your skin followed by a detailed consultation with your Skincare Specialist during which specific concerns are highlighted and discussed.

What to do before a FORMA™ Radio Frequency treatment

1. Avoid any strong at-home facial treatments and/or exfoliation treatments the week prior to your appointment.

2. Avoid sun exposure (including tanning) for five days prior to your treatment.

3. Know the skincare products you are using at home, bring a list, as having these details will assist your Skincare Specialist to make suitable product recommendations.

4. Advise your Skincare Specialist regarding any medications, medical conditions, and/or past skin conditions; even over-the-counter medications can affect your skin, so it is good for us to know what may be contributing to your concerns as well as how your skin reacts to certain products.

5. Should you be preparing your skin for a big event and you have never had a skin care treatment before and therefore don’t know how your skin will respond, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment six weeks before your big even with a follow-up appointment closer to the event date. This way you have time to address any negative skin reactions and get the maximum results from your treatment(s).

6. Be prepared to discuss your skin concerns and goals. Your Skincare Specialist is a licensed expert who will provide you with a detailed plan to best achieve your specific goals.

7. We advise against any aesthetic procedures (including Botulinum Toxin, Facial Fillers and Threads) 2 weeks prior to and 2 weeks after any minimally invasive skin care treatment.

On the day: FORMA™ Radio Frequency treatment

Should this be your first treatment at the Skin Clinic, you will be required to complete a short medical questionnaire to help guide your Skincare Specialist in selecting the most suitable treatment protocol for you. Your Skincare Specialist will require access to your face, neck and shoulders, therefore requiring you to get changed into a robe prior to the treatment.
The skincare treatment will include:

• Cleansing
• 30 min Radio-frequency application
• Serum application
• Skin tonic & SPF application

After FORMA™ Radio Frequency treatments

You can return to your normal daily activities straight after your treatment with firm radiant skin.

What aftercare advice and products should I follow/use?

• Your Skincare Specialist will advise on a suitable skincare regime to support results.
• An SPF 50 should be applied daily.
• Avoid facial waxing for 7 days post-treatment.
• Limit sun exposure for 2 – 7 days post-treatment.
• Avoid exercise for 24 hours post-treatment.
• The treatment includes a bespoke aftercare pack consisting of relevant product minis to aid the recovery of your skin post-treatment.

Dr. Nerina Wilkinson + Associates is a private, high-end, luxurious clinic located in the prestigious V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. Dr. Wilkinson founded the House of Aesthetic Couture and Skin Science. Your treatment will be performed at Dr. Wilkinson’s clinic.