During the procedure you will feel a gentle warming of the skin's surface, and many people describe the treatment as relaxing. Because it is non-invasive, you may notice slight redness immediately afterwards, which usually resolves within a few hours. You can apply sunscreen and makeup and return to normal daily activities straight away. This is a low downtime treatment.

Visible improvements often appear after the initial treatment, with more significant results developing over time. Plans are customised to each person, but a series of around four to six treatments, typically spaced about four weeks apart, is generally recommended for an optimal outcome. Improvements are gradual and can continue for months after the final session. Ongoing maintenance treatments are encouraged to sustain results, and outcomes vary between individuals.

A consultation determines your suitability. This treatment may not be appropriate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have used certain prescription acne medications in the past six months, take anticoagulant medication, or have undergone gold therapy. Caution applies for people with vitiligo, a history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring, or open wounds. Treatment is avoided over tattoos, permanent makeup, metal or electronic implants, and suspicious pigmented lesions, and is not performed if you are being treated for skin cancer. A minimum distance is kept from pacemakers and defibrillators.