RadiofrequencyFDA + CEReleased 2015

Profound

Candela

Insulated bipolar RF microneedling with temperature-controlled dosing.

Profound is a radiofrequency device from Candela built around Fractional RF technology. It is designed for professional treatments including Skin Tightening and Cellulite in aesthetic clinics. It is best suited for physician clinics with strong lower-face and cellulite patient demand.

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Technical specifications

Frequency
465 kHz
Depth
Fixed 5 needles insulated
Temp Control
67°C ± 0.5°C for 3–5 sec
Handpieces
Face / Body / Sub-Q

Advantages

  • Only RF-MN with FDA clearance for cellulite (Sub-Q)
  • Time-temp dose is precise and reproducible
  • Single-treatment protocol

Considerations

  • Consumable tips expensive
  • Local/tumescent anesthesia often required

Ideal clinic profile

Physician clinics with strong lower-face and cellulite patient demand.

Clinical notes

Neocollagenesis + neoelastogenesis documented in histology; results peak 3–6 months post-treatment.

Direct competitors

Morpheus8
InMode

Fractional RF microneedling with deep subdermal reach.

Thermage FLX
Solta Medical

Monopolar RF benchmark for non-invasive skin tightening.