Is a Pelleve Treatment Painful?

Most patients in Beverly Hills, Torrance, and the greater Los Angeles area describe the sensation as a gradual warming of the skin rather than pain. The device is designed to deliver controlled radiofrequency energy while continuously monitoring skin temperature, which helps keep the experience comfortable and consistent throughout the session.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Many of Dr. Moy’s patients see improvement after a single Pelleve session, though a series of treatments may be recommended for optimal results. The number of sessions depends on skin quality, degree of laxity, and individual goals.

How Long Until I See Results?

Some tightening may be noticeable within a few weeks, but most improvement develops gradually over two to three months as collagen remodeling continues. Results tend to look more refined over time rather than appearing all at once.

Can I Combine a Pelleve Treatment with Other Procedures?

Pelleve is commonly performed alongside neuromodulators , dermal fillers, and laser or light-based treatments. At Moy MD, combination treatments are carefully planned to avoid overstimulation and support predictable healing. To schedule your Pelleve consultation, call one of Dr. Moy’s California offices today!

What Are the Risks Associated with a Pelleve Treatment?

The most common side effects are temporary and may include mild redness, warmth, or slight swelling immediately following treatment. These effects typically resolve within a few hours. Rare risks may include superficial burns, blistering, or changes in pigmentation, particularly if post-treatment care instructions are not followed. During your consultation, Dr. Moy or a team member will review all potential risks and ensure Pelleve treatment is appropriate for your skin type and aesthetic goals.

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Introduction

Introduction to Pelleve Treatment

Early aging often shows up as softening along the jawline, fine lines around the mouth, or a subtle heaviness that makes the face look less defined.

Pelleve treatment is designed for this stage of aging.

At Moy MD in Beverly Hills and Torrance, serving the greater Los Angeles area, Pelleve is used as a refined option for patients who want to stimulate their skin’s natural collagen response with radiofrequency energy, while encouraging tightening from within.

What is a Pelleve Treatment?

Pelleve is a noninvasive radiofrequency treatment that gently heats the deeper layers of the skin. This heating stimulates collagen fibers to contract and encourages the production of new collagen over time. As your collagen rebuilds, the skin will become firmer, smoother, and more resilient.

Pelleve is commonly used on the face and neck, including the jawline, cheeks, under-eye area, and lower face. Because it does not disrupt the skin barrier, it enables predictable healing and minimal disruption to daily routines.

Who Are the Best Candidates For a Pelleve Treatment?

Pelleve is best suited for individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity who want improvement without surgery. Ideal candidates are beginning to notice early changes in firmness or definition, but are not ready for more invasive procedures.

Patients who respond well to Pelleve often feel that skincare alone is no longer enough, yet they are not interested in surgical intervention or extended recovery. Pelleve can be appropriate for a wide range of skin types and tones when performed with proper technique and experience.

During your consultation, your skin quality, elasticity, and individual goals are carefully evaluated to ensure Pelleve is the right approach for you.

What Are the Benefits of a Pelleve Treatment?

One benefit of Pelleve treatment is that it encourages improvement over time as collagen rebuilds and strengthens.

Dr. Moy’s patients tend to notice smoother texture, softened fine lines, and improved firmness in areas prone to early laxity. Their jawline might also appear more defined, their lower face more supported, and their overall complexion more refreshed without looking altered.

Because Pelleve works by supporting the skin’s natural processes, it can also serve as a maintenance treatment. Many will use it periodically to maintain skin quality and slow the progression of laxity.

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What’s the First Step?

The first step is a personalized consultation at Moy MD, with locations in Beverly Hills, Torrance, and Encino, serving patients throughout Los Angeles. During this visit, the skin is examined closely, and areas of concern are discussed in detail.

This appointment focuses on understanding what changes the patient has noticed, how long those changes have been present, and what level of improvement feels appropriate. Pelleve is reviewed alongside other treatment options to ensure the recommended approach aligns with the patient’s anatomy and goals.

If Pelleve is appropriate, a customized treatment plan is created, outlining the recommended number of sessions and the expected progression of results.

To schedule your Pelleve consultation, call one of Dr. Moy’s California offices today!

What to Expect on the Day of a Pelleve Treatment

On the day of your Pelleve treatment, the skin is cleansed and prepared. Pelleve does not require anesthesia, though comfort measures are always discussed. The handheld device is then applied to the treatment area to deliver controlled radiofrequency energy.

Patients will experience a warm sensation as the device moves across the skin, delivering energy evenly while maintaining comfort. You can expect your session to last between 45 and 90 minutes.

After your treatment, your skin might appear slightly pink or feel warm, similar to mild sun exposure.

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Pelleve Treatment Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Pelleve Care

Since the skin surface is not disrupted, there is no peeling, crusting, or prolonged redness, and most of Dr. Moy’s patients can return to their normal routines immediately.

Some might notice a subtle tightening sensation shortly after treatment as collagen fibers begin to respond. Over the following weeks, continued improvement becomes noticeable as collagen production increases.

Sun protection and gentle skincare are recommended to support the skin as it remodels.

How Much Does a Pelleve Treatment Cost in Beverly Hills & Torrance, CA?

The cost of Pelleve treatment in Beverly Hills, Torrance, and the greater Los Angeles area varies based on the treatment area size and the number of recommended sessions.

Because Pelleve treatment is customized to each patient’s skin and goals, pricing is discussed during consultation after a treatment plan has been established. To schedule your Pelleve consultation, call one of Dr. Moy’s California offices today!

Why Choose Dr. Moy?

Dr. Lauren Moy brings a rare combination of dermatologic expertise and facial aesthetic training to every treatment she performs. As a triple-board-certified physician in dermatology and facial cosmetic surgery, she understands skin structure, aging patterns, and healing processes far beyond surface-level improvement.

At Moy MD in Beverly Hills and Torrance, Dr. Moy is known for her measured, detail-oriented approach, focusing on balance, proportion, and results that continue to look appropriate over time. For Pelleve and other energy-based treatments, this means knowing exactly how much tightening is beneficial and when restraint produces the most natural outcome.

Patients choose Dr. Moy for her consistency, her clinical precision, and her commitment to long-term skin health.

Pelleve FAQ’S

The most common side effects are temporary and may include mild redness, warmth, or slight swelling immediately following treatment. These effects typically resolve within a few hours.

Rare risks may include superficial burns, blistering, or changes in pigmentation, particularly if post-treatment care instructions are not followed.

During your consultation, Dr. Moy or a team member will review all potential risks and ensure Pelleve treatment is appropriate for your skin type and aesthetic goals.

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