This is the practical guide to EXION Face: which concerns and areas it is used for, what a session feels like, aftercare, how many sessions are typical and when changes show. It is a needle-free treatment that combines monopolar radiofrequency with targeted ultrasound, usually as 4 sessions 1 to 2 weeks apart; results vary. See our EXION Face page. If you want the science instead (how the two energies and the AI control work and what BTL's 224% study measured), see How EXION Face works.
What Is EXION Face?
EXION is a platform made by BTL Aesthetics. RAAC uses its EXION Face applicator, which emits monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and targeted ultrasound at the same time. It is not a fractional RF or microneedling treatment: nothing pierces the skin, and nothing is injected.
Hyaluronic acid holds water in the skin and keeps it plump and smooth. The skin's own supply falls with age, which shows as dryness, fine lines and a loss of bounce. Rather than adding hyaluronic acid by injection, EXION Face works with the cells that make it.
How Does EXION Face Work?
EXION Face delivers monopolar radiofrequency and targeted ultrasound together, with AI temperature control, to prompt the skin to make more of its own hyaluronic acid, collagen and elastin; changes build over the weeks after each session. How the energies work, and how to read the manufacturer-reported study figures, is explained in How EXION Face works.
What Skin Concerns Does EXION Face Address?
EXION Face is aimed at skin quality. People commonly ask about it for:
Dryness and Loss of Bounce
Skin that feels drier, looks duller or has lost some of its spring. Supporting the skin's own hyaluronic acid is the main aim of the treatment.
Fine Lines
Fine lines around the eyes, on the forehead or around the mouth. EXION Face does not relax muscles the way a neuromodulator does; it works on the skin itself.
Texture
Smoother-looking skin as the skin renews over the course.
Mild Loss of Firmness
Firmer-looking skin along the jawline and lower face and on the neck. It is not a substitute for surgical lifting.
If your main concern is something EXION Face is not aimed at, such as acne scarring, your physician will discuss other approaches at your consultation.
Where Can EXION Face Be Used?
Treatment areas are planned at your consultation and can include:
- Full face — overall hydration, smoothness and firmness
- Around the eyes — fine lines and thin, crepey skin in the delicate eye area
- Forehead, cheeks and jawline — softer-looking lines, a more hydrated look, firmer-looking contours
- Neck — smoother, more hydrated-looking skin
- Hands — skin quality on the backs of the hands
The EXION Face Treatment Experience at RAAC Richmond
Before Your Session
- A consultation to review your skin, goals and medical history and plan the areas
- Arrive with clean skin and no makeup, and avoid sunburn or tanning in the area
- Tell us about pacemakers, implants, pregnancy or recent treatments
- Pause strong exfoliants or retinoids for a few days if advised
During Treatment
- Your skin is cleansed and a conductive gel is applied
- The applicator glides over each area while the AI adjusts the energy
- Sensation: most people feel gentle warmth; no needles are used, and numbing cream is usually not needed
- Duration: about 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the areas
After Treatment
- The gel is removed and a soothing moisturizer and sunscreen are applied
- Mild redness, warmth or slight swelling usually fades within a few hours to a day
- You can usually go back to work and daily activities the same day
- No needles are used, so there are no puncture marks
- Use a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and daily SPF, and avoid saunas, hot yoga and intense heat for 24 hours
Results Timeline
| Timeframe | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Same day | Possible pinkness or warmth for a few hours; back to your routine |
| During the course | Many people notice smoother, more hydrated-looking skin |
| Up to about 3 months after the last session | Changes continue to develop |
| Afterwards | Results are not permanent; they are commonly described as lasting around 6 to 12 months |
How long results last depends on your age, skin and sun exposure. Individual results vary.
How Many Sessions Do You Need?
A course is usually 4 sessions, about 1 to 2 weeks apart. Your physician may suggest maintenance sessions afterwards; the plan depends on your skin. Suitability and the number of sessions are decided at your consultation.
How Much Does EXION Face Cost in Richmond?
The cost depends on the areas treated and the number of sessions in your plan, usually a course of 4. We do not publish prices online. After your consultation, we give you a quote for the full plan your physician recommends.
EXION Face vs Other Treatments
EXION Face vs Microneedling (including RF Microneedling)
Microneedling creates small channels in the skin with fine needles, and RF microneedling adds radiofrequency delivered through those needles. These are often used for texture and scarring concerns, and numbing is commonly used. EXION Face is the non-needle option: it delivers RF and targeted ultrasound through the skin's surface with no needles, and is aimed at hydration, fine lines and overall skin quality. They are different treatments for different goals.
EXION Face vs CO2 Laser
A CO2 laser is an ablative laser that resurfaces the skin by removing thin layers, and it involves a recovery period. EXION Face does not resurface or remove skin; most people go straight back to their day. If deeper resurfacing is your goal, your physician can explain whether a different approach suits you.
EXION Face vs Fillers
A filler adds volume by injection. EXION Face adds nothing to the skin; it aims to help your skin make more of its own hyaluronic acid, collagen and elastin, so changes are gradual.
EXION Face vs Emface
EXION Face combines radiofrequency with targeted ultrasound and is aimed at skin quality, such as hydration and fine lines. Emface combines radiofrequency with HIFES muscle stimulation to tone and lift the face. Your physician will recommend which suits your goals.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
EXION Face may suit you if you:
- Notice dryness, dullness or a loss of bounce in your skin
- Have fine lines around the eyes, forehead or mouth
- Want smoother, firmer-looking skin without injections or needles
- Want a treatment that fits into a lunch break
- Want to maintain results from other skin treatments
Talk to us first if you:
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have a pacemaker, or metal implants in the treatment area
- Have an active skin infection, open wounds or a recent sunburn in the area
- Recently had fillers, threads or another energy treatment in the same area
- Have a condition that affects healing; your physician will review your history
Why Choose RAAC Richmond for EXION Face?
- Physician-led assessment — Dr. Charles Jiang, a licensed physician in British Columbia, oversees assessment and treatment planning.
- Genuine BTL device and applicators, operated by a trained team.
- Plans that fit your skin — settings and session plans are adjusted to your skin, including skin that is prone to pigmentation.
- Combined approaches — where appropriate, EXION can be combined with other treatments we offer, such as Thermage or Ultherapy, in one plan.
- Consultations in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Our clinic is located at 5580 No. 3 Rd Unit 110, Richmond BC V6X 0R8, accessible from Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey and across Metro Vancouver.
Book Your EXION Face Consultation
Book a consultation at RAAC Richmond to find out whether EXION Face suits your skin. We will review your skin and medical history, answer your questions and, if it suits you, plan your course.
RAAC Richmond Anti-Aging Clinic: 5580 No. 3 Rd Unit 110, Richmond BC V6X 0R8. Serving Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and Metro Vancouver.
