TRURO, CORNWALL
Forma Skin Tightening
Support firmer, smoother-looking skin with Forma, a needle-free radiofrequency treatment at Update Aesthetics.
Forma gently heats the deeper layers of the skin to encourage natural collagen production, with no needles and no downtime, so you can return to your day straight after treatment.
Every treatment begins with a consultation at our Lemon Street clinic in Truro, where we assess your skin, discuss your concerns and recommend a treatment plan built around you.
FORMA PEAK AT A GLANCE
Treatment time
Approximately 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the area treated.
No downtime. Skin may look slightly flushed for a short time afterwards
Recovery
Results
A refreshed glow straight after treatment, with firmness building across your course
Course
Usually a course of around 6 weekly sessions, then maintenance as advised.
Clinic
Knighton House, 47 Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall
What Is Forma?
Forma is a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment that uses gentle, controlled heat to support skin firmness and improve the look of fine lines.
During treatment, a smooth handpiece is glided over the skin, delivering radiofrequency energy that warms the deeper layers of the skin.
This controlled heat encourages the skin's natural production of collagen, which helps the skin look firmer and smoother over a course of treatments.
Forma has built-in temperature control, so the skin is warmed to the target temperature safely and evenly throughout the treatment.
Because there are no needles and no downtime, Forma is a popular choice for patients who want to improve their skin without taking time out of their routine.
What Can Forma Treat?
Forma can be considered for several common skin concerns, many of which are linked to sun exposure over time. This may include:
improving skin firmness
dull or tired looking skin
a skin boost before an event
mild skin laxity
supporting jawline definition
uneven skin texture
softening fine lines
skin on the neck
maintaining results between Morpheus8 courses
If your main concern is skin texture, firmness or acne scarring, Morpheus8 may be more appropriate.
If your main concern is pigmentation, sun spots or redness, our Lumecca IPL treatment may be more suitable.
Forma and Morpheus8 both use radiofrequency energy to support collagen production, but they work in different ways.
Forma is needle-free and gently heats the skin from the surface, with no downtime. It suits patients with early or mild changes, or those who want regular maintenance.
Morpheus8 combines radiofrequency with microneedling to reach deeper layers of the skin. It is usually recommended for more noticeable laxity, texture or scarring, and involves a few days of recovery.
Your consultation will help decide which treatment, or which combination, suits your skin best.
Is Forma Right For Me?
How Many Forma Sessions Will I Need?
Forma is usually carried out as a course of around 6 weekly sessions.
Many patients notice a refreshed, glowing appearance straight after treatment, with firmness and smoothness building gradually across the course.
Maintenance sessions can be discussed after your course if you would like to help preserve your results over time.
Forma Recovery and Aftercare
There is no downtime after Forma, so you can return to work and your usual activities straight away. Your skin may look slightly flushed and feel warm for a short time after treatment, which usually settles within an hour or two. Following treatment, you will be given personalised aftercare advice for your skin.
Because there is no downtime, Forma can be booked shortly before an event. Your practitioner can advise on the best timing for you.
General guidance includes:
keep your skin well hydrated and drink plenty of water
avoid very hot showers, saunas and steam rooms on the day of treatment
use a gentle skincare routine if your skin feels sensitive
apply a broad-spectrum SPF daily to protect your skin
attend each session in your course to get the most from treatment
follow any additional instructions provided by your practitioner
Morpheus8, Lumecca and Forma can each be used on their own, or as part of a wider skin plan when you have more than one concern.
Combining Forma With Other Treatments
your skin concern and its severity
lifestyle factors such as sun exposure
your skin type and skin condition
the area treated
how your skin responds to treatments
Morpheus8
Works beneath the surface for texture, firmness and acne scarring.
6 SESSIONS
The number of sessions recommended can depend on:
Lumecca Peak
Targets the surface for sun spots, pigmentation and redness.
What happens During a Lumecca Appointment?
Treatment typically takes around 30 to 45 minutes, although this can vary depending on the size and number of areas treated.
Your appointment begins with a consultation to discuss your concerns, medical history and the result you would like to achieve.
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Your skin is cleansed and a layer of gel is applied to help the handpiece glide smoothly over the skin.
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The Forma handpiece is moved over the treatment area, gradually warming the skin. Most patients describe the feeling as similar to a warm massage.
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The Forma handpiece is moved over the treatment area, gradually warming the skin. Most patients describe the feeling as similar to a warm massage.
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ADVICE FROM OUR CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Why Choose Update Aesthetics for Forma?
"Forma is a gentle way to support skin firmness without needles or downtime, but it suits some skin concerns better than others. Here is how we make sure it is right for you."
Nina Prisk, Clinical Director
Nina Prisk
Clinical Director, Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Independent Prescriber
Every treatment starts with a consultation
"I want to understand your skin, your medical history and what you would like to change before we recommend anything. If Forma is not right for you, we will tell you.
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Honest advice on Forma or Morpheus8
"For early changes or maintenance, Forma is often a good fit. For deeper laxity or scarring, I will explain why Morpheus8 may achieve more for you.
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Results that still look like you
My aim is firmer, fresher-looking skin that builds gradually across your course, so results look natural.
A nurse-led clinic in the heart of Truro
"Your medical history is reviewed before any energy-based treatment, and you are cared for by the same clinical team throughout your course at our Lemon Street clinic."
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Treatment that fits around your life
With no downtime, Forma sessions fit easily around work and family, and you can go straight back to your day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Forma
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Forma is a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment that gently heats the deeper layers of the skin to encourage collagen production. It is used to support skin firmness and soften the look of fine lines.
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Most patients find Forma comfortable and describe it as feeling like a warm massage. There are no needles and no numbing cream is needed.
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There is no downtime. Your skin may look slightly flushed for a short time, and you can return to work and wear make-up straight away.
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Forma is usually carried out as a course of around 6 weekly sessions, followed by maintenance sessions as advised. Your practitioner will recommend a plan based on your skin.
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Both use radiofrequency energy. Forma is needle-free with no downtime and suits mild concerns or maintenance, while Morpheus8 adds microneedling to reach deeper layers for more noticeable laxity, texture or scarring.
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Forma may not be suitable if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker or metal implants near the treatment area, or have an active skin condition in the area. Your medical history is reviewed before treatment.
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Forma at Update Aesthetics starts from [PRICE] per session, with course options available [clinic to confirm]. Your full treatment cost will be confirmed during your consultation.
Forma in Truro, Cornwall
Update Aesthetics provides Morpheus8 from our clinic at:
Knighton House
47 Lemon Street
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2NS
Our Truro clinic offers a wide range of non-surgical aesthetic and skin treatments, including Morpheus8, Lumecca IPL, Forma, HydraFacial and SkinPen.
Patients looking for Morpheus8 in Truro or across Cornwall can book a consultation to discuss their concerns and receive a personalised treatment recommendation.