Is there anything better than Morpheus 8?
Morpheus 8 is a leading fractional radiofrequency microneedling treatment for skin tightening and rejuvenation. However, alternatives may be better depending on individual needs. Options like Ultherapy (ultrasound-based), Thermage (radiofrequency), or CO2 laser resurfacing offer different benefits for lifting, firming, or texture improvement. Consult a dermatologist to determine the best option based on skin type, concerns, and desired results.
A simple comparison of the Venus Legacy and Morpheus 8 solutions
Sagging or loose skin will eventually set in, but how you handle it is totally up to you. While some may ‘let be’, others have resorted to skin tightening creams or even Botox injections and dermal fillers.
In this article, we examine two revolutionary treatments at the forefront of skin tightening and aging ‘reversal’ the Morpheus 8 and the Venus Legacy, comparing them across several metrics to help you decide on the best option for your needs.
What is Morpheus 8?
Morpheus 8 is a non-surgical, minimally-invasive skin treatment that harnesses the dual technologies of fractional radiofrequency and microneedling to lift, contour, and tighten the skin.
It simultaneously delivers radiofrequency heat and micro lesions, to cause micro-injuries that stimulate the production of highly beneficial protein compounds – collagen and elastin – for repair and the development of new tissues.
What is Venus Therapy?
Venus therapy is another non-surgical skin treatment option that combines complementary technologies, in this case; the radio frequency and pulsed electromagnetic fields, to stimulate collagen/elastin production and strengthen the connective fibers of the skin.
Like the Morpheus 8, its radiofrequency energy penetrates the skin to heat underlying tissues and causes micro scars that activate the body’s natural healing mechanisms. The pulsed electromagnetic field, on the other hand, helps to enhance blood flow in the targeted areas, promoting fluid drainage and reducing the presence of cellulite; besides enhancing the effect of its radio frequency complement.
Venus therapy has a suite of solutions that perform separate but correlated functions, including:
The Venus Legacy,
The Venus viva
The Venus freeze
How to prepare for the Morpheus 8 and Venus therapy
Similar to the Coolsculpting in Dubai, the preparation for both treatments begins with a preliminary consultation process that encompasses the assessment of your skin, a review of your treatment options, and a walkthrough of the financial expenses. You will also be given some necessary dos and don’ts before, during, and after the procedure to maximize results.
Comparison of the Morpheus 8 (M8) and Venus therapy (VT)
How it works
M8
Morpheus restructures the adipose fat tissues beneath the dermis and also instigates microscopic injuries on the skin to trigger the body’s natural healing response.
VT
Similar to the Morpheus 8 (sans the microneedles), the Venus therapy delivers controlled heat energy into the skin tissues to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin
Best for
M8
Morpheus is suitable for those whose skin issues are too mild for a facelift or those who have recently undergone a facelift and would like to smoothen out the post-operation fine lines/texture. Morpheus is also great for anyone with mild sagging skin and textural skin concerns in the early signs of aging.
VT
The Venus therapy performs most of the functions of the Morpheus 8 like toning the skin and reducing fine lines/wrinkles. It also provides faster and more visible benefits for those who, despite diet and exercise, still have to contend with cellulite and ‘unrelenting’ fatty deposits.
Versatility
M8
Morpheus can treat fine lines, deep wrinkling, loose skin, acne, jowls and scarring. However, it is best effective for correcting jowls and sagging skin around the jawlines.
VT
Venus therapy is incredibly versatile and can address a host of skin issues. Moreover, it can be customized for different skin types ranging from highly sensitive to ‘resilient’ skin.
Pain
M8
Although the Morpheus 8 can be adjusted at varying intensities – depending on your pain threshold and the areas being targeted – some amount of pain during (and after) the procedure can be expected. To reduce the pain, a numbing cream may be applied before the Morpheus procedure, in addition to some topical anesthetic or lidocaine
VT
The Venus therapy typically proceeds without any pain – with the procedure akin to the relaxing effects of a deep heat massage
Post-procedure care
M8
After the Morpheus 8 procedure, you may need to wait a day before washing your face or applying make-up to avoid infecting the treated area. You may also need to avoid skin care products such as chemical peels or those containing vitamin C, retinoids, and strong acids several days immediately before and after the treatment.
VT
For the Venus therapy, you should avoid any activity that causes sweat for at least a day post-procedure to prevent clogging the pores. You may also need to apply a sunblock (ideally one that contains zinc oxide) in the aftermath of the procedure to reduce irritation.
Number of sessions
M8
The sessions for Morpheus may be between 2-4 and spaced across weeks, depending on the state of your skin
VT
For Venus therapy, sessions may be up to 8 – once every week, depending on the specific area(s) being treated with further maintenance sessions likely to be required every 3-4 months after the procedure
Possible side effects
M8
Morpheus, as with all microneedling devices, can cause redness, swelling, hyperpigmentation, and scarring. But the risk of hyperpigmentation is lower compared to lasers, making it suitable for darker-pigmented skin types
VT
The side effects of the procedure are minimal and are often limited to flush-looking skin a few hours after the procedure
Cost
M8
Morpheus costs around 2500-3000 dollars per session.
VT
A single treatment is priced around $2000 with additional treatments often discounted as a whole (remember, there are up to 8 sessions for the Venus therapy, compared to 2-4 for the Morpheus 8). It’s also worth mentioning that the quarterly maintenance costs for the Venus therapy stack up the bill even more.
Downtime
M8
For Morpheus, you may need to take some social downtime of 2-3 days after any procedure as your skin may be red and filled with marks.
VT
There is no real downtime with the Venus therapy, but the best results are seen within 3 months or so after the final session in the series of treatments.
Durability
M8
The results from the Morpheus can last up to 2 years
VT
The results of Venus therapy can last up to 18 months, depending on individual factors
Conclusion
- Skin tightening creams are easy to use and inexpensive, but may not be very effective and, at best, will provide modest results when used over a long period.
- Botox and dermal fillers can also be used to tighten the skin to a range of mixed results. The former smooths wrinkles by relaxing the underlying muscles while the latter fills sagging skin by injecting a volumizer, often containing hyaluronic acid.
- While a surgical facelift procedure gives significant rejuvenation and skin-tightening results, it can be overly invasive.
- The Morpheus 8 and Venus therapy are revolutionary skin tightening and body contouring in Dubai options that, although minimally invasive, are still effective for a range of conditions.
