Emface in Raleigh, NC: Lift and Tone Without Needles
- Session Time:
- 20 minutes
- Downtime:
- None
- Course:
- 4 to 6 sessions
- FDA Cleared:
- Yes
- Pricing:
- Call or email for a complimentary consultation to discuss pricing and session length
Expert Wellness Care
BTL Emface Lifting and Toning in Raleigh
Emface in Raleigh, NC uses hands free applicators to deliver synchronized radiofrequency and high intensity facial electrical stimulation, lifting and toning the facial muscles while supporting collagen and elastin, with no needles involved. We treat clients from Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex and across the Triangle. If injectables have never appealed to you, this is the needle free route.
The Haven Wellness Retreat carries the full BTL platform, and founder Jennifer L. selected Emface for exactly the clients who want beneficial aging techniques without injectables. We also run BTL's dedicated four session TMJ protocol on this device, which addresses jaw tension rather than appearance.
The Challenge
When You Want Lift Without Needles, Emface Delivers
Understanding Facial Muscle Support
Understanding Your Treatment
What Is Emface?
The Science of Synchronized RF and HIFES
Emface is an FDA cleared BTL device that combines synchronized radiofrequency with high intensity facial electrical stimulation, known as HIFES, delivered through hands free applicators placed on the forehead and cheeks. Sessions run 20 minutes and the standard protocol is four to six sessions, spaced about a week apart. It is cleared for improvement in facial wrinkles and for lifting. General guidance on non surgical facial treatments is published by the American Academy of Dermatology.
Two things happen simultaneously. Radiofrequency warms the dermis to a temperature that supports collagen and elastin remodeling, the same principle behind other RF skin treatments. HIFES contracts the facial muscles that support the mid face, which conventional skin treatments do not address at all. Because the applicators are hands free, both run for the full 20 minutes. Clients wanting deeper collagen work often combine Emface with RF microneedling.
Treatment Timeline:
- Treatment Time:
- 20 minutes (per session)
- First Signs:
- After 2 to 3 sessions
- Full Effect:
- 90 days (after the 4 to 6 session course)
- Recovery:
- None (makeup immediately after)
Treatment Areas
Emface Treatment Areas
What the Applicators Address
- Forehead Lines
- Radiofrequency supports collagen across the upper face
- Cheek Lift
- HIFES contracts the muscles that support the mid face
- Jawline Definition
- Improved underlying muscle tone along the lower face
- Fine Lines
- Collagen and elastin support across the treated area
- Overall Facial Tone
- A more lifted appearance without volume being added
- Jaw Tension and TMJ
- A dedicated four session protocol targets the masseter
Benefits of Emface
Lift without injectables
No Needles
Nothing injected, which is the reason most clients choose itTwenty Minutes
Short enough to fit into a lunch break with no downtimeFDA Cleared
Cleared for improvement in facial wrinkles and for liftingMuscle and Skin
Addresses both the dermis and the underlying muscle supportTMJ Protocol
A dedicated four session option for jaw tension and clenchingEmface vs Alternatives
How Emface compares with the other options people weigh up for facial lift and tone.
| Treatment | Mechanism | Time | Results | Duration | Downtime | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emface | Synchronized RF and HIFES | 20 min | 2 to 3 sessions | 6 to 12 months | None | Lift without needles |
| RF Microneedling | RF via microneedles | 45 to 60 min | 4 to 6 weeks | 12 months plus | 2 to 3 days | Deeper collagen and texture |
| Neurotoxin injections | Muscle relaxation | 15 min | 1 to 2 weeks | 3 to 4 months | Minimal | Softening dynamic lines |
| Surgical facelift | Tissue repositioning | Operation | Weeks | Years | 2 to 4 weeks | Significant laxity |
| Topical firming creams | Surface hydration | Daily | 8 to 12 weeks | Ongoing | None | Daily maintenance |
Is This Right for You
Who Is a Good Candidate for Emface?
Finding Your Natural Lift
Emface suits adults with mild to moderate facial laxity who want lift and tone without needles or downtime.
Ideal Candidates for Emface
- Adults noticing early to moderate loss of mid face lift and jawline definition
- People who have specifically decided against injectables
- Clients wanting a treatment with genuinely no downtime before an event
- Anyone with jaw tension or clenching considering the tmj treatment near me protocol
- Clients with realistic expectations about what muscle toning achieves
Who Should Wait or Avoid Emface
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators or implanted neurostimulators
- Metal implants, plates or permanent threads in the treatment area
- Dermal fillers in the treatment area within the last two weeks
- Active skin infection, open lesions or malignancy in the treated area
Significant skin laxity or substantial volume loss will not be corrected by muscle toning, and we would rather tell you that at consultation than after a full course. If a surgical consultation is the more honest answer for your situation, we will say so.
Your Experience
What Happens During an Emface Session
Step by Step Process
Preparation
Makeup is removed and the applicator sites on forehead and cheeks are cleansed.
Application
Single use adhesive applicators are positioned on the forehead and both cheeks.
Ramp Up
Radiofrequency and muscle stimulation intensity build gradually to your comfort.
Treatment
You rest for 20 minutes while the hands free applicators run the full protocol.
Finish
Applicators are removed and you can apply makeup and leave immediately.
Risks and Side Effects
What to Know
Common Emface Side Effects
Mild facial muscle fatigue for a few hours after a session, temporary redness or warmth where the applicators sat, and a slight tingling during treatment are the usual effects. These typically resolve within a few hours and become less noticeable across the course.
Rare Complications
Serious complications are rare. The main risks relate to contraindications: electromagnetic energy and metal or electronic implants are not compatible, which rules out pacemakers, defibrillators, facial plates and permanent threads. Treating over recent dermal filler can affect the filler, which is why we ask for a two week gap. Burns are rare and relate to applicator placement.
Safety and FDA Clearance
Emface is FDA cleared for improvement in facial wrinkles and for lifting. We screen for implants, filler timing and skin conditions before every course. Muscle toning will not correct significant laxity or volume loss, and we will tell you at consultation if a different route makes more sense. The American Academy of Dermatology publishes general guidance on cosmetic treatments.
Real Client Results
Real Results
Most clients notice a change after the second or third session, usually described as the face looking more lifted rather than obviously different. The clearest result typically appears around 90 days after the fourth session, as collagen remodeling continues. Results generally hold six to twelve months. Emface tones and lifts rather than adding volume, and individual results vary with age and starting laxity.
How Much Does Emface Cost in Raleigh?
Emface is priced as a full four to six session course, since a single session does not produce a durable result. Because the right course depends on the areas treated and your goals, we do not publish set pricing. Please come in for a complimentary consultation and we will walk you through your personalized plan and investment.
What We Cover at Your Consultation
- Your recommended course and whether the TMJ protocol is a fit
- Treatment plan and schedule
- Your full course investment and payment options
Flexible Payment Options
We accept all major cards and can split course payments. Your exact pricing is confirmed at your complimentary consultation.
The Haven Difference
Why Choose The Haven for Emface?
The Haven runs no injectables at all, and that is by design. Jennifer L. built the practice around non surgical, needle free options, so Emface is not an alternative offered beside filler and toxin.
It is the approach the whole practice is built on, which is why the full BTL platform sits here and why the dedicated four session TMJ protocol is available too.
Needle Free Practice
No injectables anywhere on our menu, by deliberate choice rather than by any circumstance.
Full BTL Platform
Emface sits alongside Exion, Emsella and BTL microneedling, all of it under the one roof in Raleigh.
Dedicated TMJ Protocol
BTL's four session jaw tension protocol runs here, addressing comfort rather than appearance.
Priced as a Course
Quoted as the four to six sessions it takes, confirmed at your complimentary consultation.
Twenty Minute Sessions
Short enough to fit inside an ordinary working day, with nothing at all to recover from afterwards.
Honest Expectations
We explain plainly what muscle toning can and cannot do before you commit to a full course.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Emface
How much does Emface cost in Raleigh?
How long do Emface results last?
Does Emface hurt?
When will I see results from Emface?
How many Emface sessions do I need?
What is the difference between Emface and injectables?
Can men get Emface?
Does Emface work for TMJ and jaw clenching?
Can I have Emface if I have fillers?
Is Emface FDA cleared?
Will Emface fix significant sagging?
Can I combine Emface with other treatments at The Haven?
- Location
- 5501 McNeely DriveRaleigh, NC, 27612
- Phone
- (919) 900-7405
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References
- Kinney et al., Aesthet Surg J. (2023). Novel Technology for Facial Muscle Stimulation Combined With Synchronized Radiofrequency Induces Structural Changes in Muscle Tissue: Porcine Histology Study. PMID: 36883601.
- Goldberg et al., J Cosmet Dermatol. (2024). Treatment with synchronized radiofrequency and facial muscle stimulation: Histologic analysis of human skin for changes in collagen and elastin fibers. PMID: 38468421.
- Halaas et al., Aesthet Surg J Open Forum. (2025). The Simultaneous Application of Synchronized Radiofrequency and HIFES Technology Improves the Tone of Facial Muscles, as Assessed by Ultrasound Echo Intensity: A Pilot Study. PMID: 40503101.
- Liew et al., Aesthet Surg J Open Forum. (2026). Impact of High-Intensity Facial Electrical Stimulation Technology on Elevation of the Midface: A Prospective Study With Ultrasound. PMID: 42453158.
- American Academy of Dermatology. (2024). Guidance on non surgical cosmetic treatments and setting realistic expectations.