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The Matrix™: collagen, from underneath.

Aging is a graceful unfolding, and the Matrix™ embodies that idea. It combines the science of radiofrequency with microneedling to gently but effectively stimulate collagen production beneath the surface of the skin — restoring a youthful luminosity and softening fine lines and wrinkles with minimal downtime. A treatment as timeless as your beauty, and one we chose over the better-advertised alternative on purpose.

At a glance
Made byCandela Medical
MethodRadiofrequency delivered through microneedles
ModesSublime, Sublative, Profound
DowntimeA day or two of pink
CertifiedMatrix™ 2023, Advanced Matrix™ 2024
What it is

What it is, and why we chose it.

Radiofrequency energy heats the deeper layers of the skin, where collagen is made; microneedles carry that energy past the surface so the top of the skin is barely disturbed. The body responds the way it responds to any controlled injury: by building new collagen and elastin, gradually, over months.

The Matrix™ has three modes. Sublime uses infrared light and radiofrequency for immediate refinement with no downtime. Sublative uses fractional radiofrequency to restore elasticity and tone. Profound goes deepest, for the serious collagen work behind skin tightening. We combine them, and we combine the Matrix™ with our other tools, depending on what the plan calls for.

What we use it for

Skin tightening

Jawline, jowls, neck, upper arms, knees — firmness and definition restored over a series of three.

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Fine lines and wrinkles

Softened by rebuilding the collagen underneath rather than filling from outside.

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Texture, pores and acne scarring

Fractional treatment smooths what years of skin have left behind.

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Stacked plans

With photofacials for tone and the Collagenizer for hydration, in a sensible order.

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Questions people ask

Asked in the room, answered here.

Matrix™ or Morpheus8?

Same category, different device. Both deliver radiofrequency through microneedles. We chose the Matrix™ for its control, its three modes and how comfortable it is, and we wrote a post about the decision.

How many treatments?

Usually three, four to six weeks apart, then a maintenance visit after a year or so. Collagen keeps building for months after the last one.

What is the downtime?

A day or two of pinkness and a sandy feel; makeup after twenty-four hours. Book a Friday if you like, but few people need to hide.

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