
Advanced RF Microneedling for Skin Tightening, Wrinkles & Acne Scars
Discover smoother, firmer, more youthful-looking skin with Morpheus8 at Aura Skin Spa in San Francisco. This advanced, non-surgical treatment combines radiofrequency (RF) energy with microneedling to stimulate collagen production, tighten skin, improve texture, and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars.
Located in San Francisco’s Jackson Square neighborhood, Aura Skin Spa has been a trusted destination for aesthetic treatments since 2006. Recognized as a Top Morpheus8 Provider in North America in 2023, 2024 and 2025, our experienced medical team delivers personalized treatments designed to achieve natural-looking results.
Whether you’re looking to rejuvenate your face, tighten your neck, or improve skin laxity on your body, Morpheus8 offers an effective, minimally invasive approach to skin rejuvenation.
What Is Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is an advanced RF microneedling treatment that combines tiny, controlled micro-injuries with radiofrequency energy delivered beneath the skin’s surface.
This dual-action technology stimulates the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, helping improve skin firmness, texture, and overall appearance.
Unlike traditional microneedling, Morpheus8 delivers radiofrequency energy at adjustable depths, allowing providers to customize treatments for different areas of the face and body.
Morpheus8 is particularly effective for patients seeking noticeable skin rejuvenation without surgery or an extended recovery period.


Benefits of Morpheus8
Morpheus8 addresses multiple signs of aging and skin imperfections in a single treatment.
Key benefits include:
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Skin Tightening: Improve mild to moderate skin laxity on the face, jawline, neck, and body.
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Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Soften the appearance of wrinkles and crepey skin.
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Acne Scars: Improve the appearance of certain types of acne scarring and uneven skin texture.
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Collagen Stimulation: Encourage natural collagen and elastin remodeling for firmer-looking skin.
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Improved Skin Texture: Minimize the appearance of enlarged pores and rough or uneven skin.
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Facial Contouring: Improve the appearance of the jawline and lower face through skin tightening.
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Body Rejuvenation: Address skin laxity and texture concerns on areas such as the abdomen, arms, and thighs.
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Minimal Downtime: Return to many everyday activities relatively quickly, depending on treatment intensity.
Morpheus8 can be used on a wide range of skin tones, including darker skin types, when appropriate treatment settings and precautions are used.
Morpheus8 Before and After


Actual Patients of Aura Skin Spa



Actual Patients of Aura Skin Spa

Morpheus8 Treatment Areas
At Aura Skin Spa, Morpheus8 treatments can be customized for both facial and body rejuvenation.
Face & Neck
- Forehead and cheeks
- Under-eye area, when clinically appropriate
- Lower face and jawline
- Around the mouth
- Chin and neck
- Acne scars and uneven facial texture
Body
- Abdomen and stomach
- Upper arms
- Thighs
- Knees
- Areas with stretch marks or crepey skin
Our medical providers evaluate your skin concerns and treatment goals to determine the most appropriate areas and settings.

What to Expect During Your Morpheus8 Treatment
Your Morpheus8 experience begins with a personalized consultation to evaluate your skin, discuss your goals, and develop a customized treatment plan.
Before treatment, a topical numbing cream is applied to help minimize discomfort.
During the procedure, the Morpheus8 applicator uses ultrafine needles to deliver controlled radiofrequency energy beneath the skin’s surface, stimulating collagen remodeling and skin tightening.
Treatment typically takes approximately 30–60 minutes, depending on the areas being treated, in addition to preparation and numbing time.

Enhanced Comfort With Pro-Nox
At Aura Skin Spa, patient comfort is a priority.
For patients who want additional comfort during their Morpheus8 treatment, we offer Pro-Nox, a patient-controlled nitrous oxide and oxygen system designed to help manage discomfort and anxiety.
Pro-Nox can make the treatment experience more comfortable, particularly for patients who are sensitive to discomfort or feel anxious about aesthetic procedures.
Our medical team will determine whether Pro-Nox is appropriate for you.

Enhance Your Morpheus8 Treatment With Exosomes
For patients interested in additional skin rejuvenation options, Aura Skin Spa offers exosome-based products as a potential treatment add-on.
For patients interested in additional skin rejuvenation options, Aura Skin Spa offers exosome-based products as a potential treatment add-on.
Exosomes can be added to your Morpheus8 treatment.
Exosomes are derived from stem cells and are packed with growth factors, proteins, and antioxidants that supercharge your skin’s healing and rejuvenation process. When applied after Morpheus8, Exosomes amplify the benefits of the treatment, promoting faster recovery, reducing redness and inflammation, and enhancing collagen and elastin production. This combination helps achieve even more dramatic improvements in skin texture, tone, and overall radiance, giving you smoother, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin.
Morpheus8 Results & Recovery
When Will I See Results?
Some patients notice improvements in skin texture and appearance within the first few weeks after treatment.
However, Morpheus8 works by stimulating gradual collagen remodeling, so improvements typically develop over the following 3–6 months.
How Many Morpheus8 Treatments Will I Need?
While some patients see improvement after one treatment, a series of three to six sessions spaced approximately 4–6 weeks apart is commonly recommended for optimal results.
Your provider will recommend a personalized treatment plan based on your skin concerns and goals.
What Is the Downtime?
Most patients experience temporary redness, swelling, and sensitivity following Morpheus8.
Mild pinpoint marks, dryness, or rough skin texture may also occur as the skin heals.
Visible recovery often takes approximately 2–5 days, although deeper or more intensive treatments may require longer healing.
Your provider will give you detailed aftercare instructions to support your recovery.
Why Choose Aura Skin Spa for Morpheus8 in San Francisco?
Choosing an experienced provider is essential for achieving the best possible results with RF microneedling.
At Aura Skin Spa, we combine advanced technology with individualized care and extensive experience in aesthetic medicine.
What Sets Aura Skin Spa Apart:
- Award-Winning Expertise: Recognized as a Top Morpheus8 Provider in North America in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
- 20 Years in San Francisco: Serving the Bay Area since 2006.
- Experienced Medical Team: Treatments performed by trained medical professionals with physician oversight.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Customized settings and treatment approaches based on your skin type, concerns, and goals.
- Advanced Technology: Access to complementary skin rejuvenation treatments, including Fraxel DUAL, Sofwave, and other aesthetic technologies.
- Patient Comfort: Topical numbing and optional Pro-Nox for appropriate candidates.
- Convenient Location: Located in San Francisco’s Jackson Square neighborhood, near the Financial District, North Beach, and Embarcadero.
Our goal is to help patients achieve smoother, firmer, healthier-looking skin while maintaining natural-looking results.
Morpheus8 Frequently Asked Questions
Morpheus8 can be an excellent option for patients looking to improve mild to moderate skin laxity, fine lines, acne scars, and uneven skin texture without surgery. Results vary, and patients with significant skin sagging may benefit more from alternative treatments.
Morpheus8 pricing depends on the treatment area, number of sessions, and individual treatment plan. At Aura Skin Spa, we offer complimentary consultations to discuss your goals, recommended treatments, and current package pricing.
Most patients tolerate Morpheus8 well with topical numbing cream. You may feel pressure, warmth, or brief discomfort during treatment. Aura Skin Spa also offers Pro-Nox to help manage discomfort and anxiety for appropriate patients.
Results can last approximately 12 months or longer for some patients, depending on skin condition, age, lifestyle, and ongoing collagen loss. Maintenance treatments may be recommended to help preserve results.
Many patients benefit from a series of three to six treatments spaced approximately 4–6 weeks apart. Some may achieve their desired improvement with fewer sessions, while others may need additional treatments.
Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy, allowing treatment of deeper tissue structures than conventional microneedling alone. This makes it particularly useful for patients concerned about both skin texture and mild to moderate laxity. Traditional microneedling may still be preferable for certain concerns or skin types.
Yes. Morpheus8 stimulates collagen remodeling, which can improve mild to moderate skin laxity on the face, neck, and body. However, it cannot replace the results of a surgical facelift or neck lift.
Morpheus8 can improve the appearance of certain acne scars by stimulating collagen remodeling and improving uneven skin texture. Results depend on scar type and severity, and some patients may benefit from combining Morpheus8 with other treatments.
Morpheus8 delivers energy into the skin and underlying tissue, and unwanted fat loss has been reported with RF microneedling. The risk may depend on treatment depth, energy settings, anatomy, and technique. At Aura Skin Spa, our providers evaluate facial anatomy and customize treatment settings to help minimize unwanted effects.
Morpheus8 may be suitable for a wide range of skin tones, including darker complexions. However, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and other complications remain possible. Proper patient selection, individualized settings, and appropriate aftercare are important.
Common temporary effects include redness, swelling, tenderness, and pinpoint marks. Less common but potentially serious complications include burns, scarring, pigment changes, infection, nerve injury, and unwanted fat loss. Your provider will review the risks and determine whether treatment is appropriate.
Yes. Depending on your skin concerns, Morpheus8 may be incorporated into a broader treatment plan that includes other rejuvenation procedures. Your provider will recommend appropriate treatment combinations and scheduling to minimize irritation and support healing.
Morpheus8 combines radiofrequency energy with microneedling to improve skin firmness, texture, and certain scars. Fraxel DUAL uses fractional laser technology and is especially useful for concerns such as sun damage, pigmentation, fine lines, and acne scars. The best treatment depends on your skin concerns, skin type, and desired results.
Both treatments stimulate collagen, but they use different technologies. Morpheus8 combines RF energy with microneedling to address skin texture, acne scars, and mild to moderate skin laxity. Sofwave uses ultrasound technology to improve skin firmness and lift in selected facial and neck areas without needles. Your provider can help determine which treatment is best suited to your goals.
Aura Skin Spa offers Morpheus8 RF microneedling at 118 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133, in the Jackson Square neighborhood. Our medical team provides customized Morpheus8 treatments for patients throughout San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area.
Schedule Your Morpheus8 Consultation in San Francisco
Ready to improve your skin’s firmness, texture, and overall appearance?
Experience Morpheus8 at Aura Skin Spa, recognized as a Top Morpheus8 Provider in North America in 2023 and 2026.
Our experienced medical team will help you determine whether Morpheus8 is right for you and create a personalized treatment plan based on your goals.
