Volnewmer RF is a non-invasive volumetric heating system designed for controlled dermal remodeling.
For a complete understanding of its technology and clinical positioning, refer to our detailed overview of the Volnewmer RF machine.
- Volnewmer is a newer, generation 3 monopolar RF device developed by the Korean company Classys. It operates at 6.78 MHz with continuous pulse output and uninterrupted water cooling.
- 6.78MHz monopolar radiofrequency technology utilizes the market’s only gold probe with the best heat transfer, offering a non-invasive, non-traumatic skin tightening treatment. Volnewmer Gold Tsubaki offers four gold probes suitable for both the face and body.The probe’s unique curved design and concealed frame ensure perfect contact with the skin, ensuring stable and safe delivery of RF heat energy for 100% absorption. It also utilizes a unique water-cooling system with five cooling levels and a continuous vibration mode for a more comfortable treatment.
- Thermage FLX, from the USA, is a generation 1 and 2 monopolar RF device using intermittent energy pulses and pulsed gas cooling.
- Thermage is a medical aesthetic device designed for skin tightening, wrinkle removal, and body contouring, primarily targeting sagging and wrinkled skin. It is a non-surgical, non-invasive lifting technology. In 2002, the first-generation Thermage “ThermaCool” from Solta, a US company, was approved by the US FDA for tightening and lifting the eye area, face, neck, and body. Thermage utilizes monopolar radiofrequency technology, applying energy to the dermis, causing small molecules within the tissue to vibrate rhythmically, generating heat that can reach temperatures of 65-70°C. This three-dimensional heating of deep skin tissue stimulates collagen contraction and promotes new collagen growth, smoothing and tightening the skin, reducing wrinkles, and reshaping facial contours. The fifth-generation Thermage, called Thermage FLX, boasts three key performance improvements: F stands for Faster, L stands for Algorithm for more precise energy delivery, and X stands for Experience for a more comfortable experience.
Volnewmer Vs Thermage Flx Technology and Generation
Volnewmer and Thermage FLX differences
Comfort and Cooling
- Volnewmer uses continuous water cooling and vibration technology, which greatly enhances patient comfort, reduces pain, and prevents skin surface overheating.
- Thermage FLX uses intermittent cryogen spray for cooling, which can be more painful than Volnewmer’s approach.
Treatment Duration and Speed
- Volnewmer treatments are faster, taking about 25 minutes for a session.
- Thermage sessions generally take longer, as Volnewmer is more than twice as fast.
Effectiveness and Results Duration
- Both devices improve skin tightening, fine lines, wrinkles, and skin texture.
- Thermage results typically last approximately 18-24 months, while Volnewmer results last around 12+ months.
- Volnewmer provides deeper bulk heating with a longer pulse width (1000 ms compared to Thermage’s 200 ms), potentially leading to better collagen stimulation and skin tightening.
Other Differences
- Volnewmer has four gold-plated probes with various sizes, suitable for different areas such as eyes, face, neck, and body.
- Thermage FLX uses conductive film probes.
- Volnewmer offers multiple vibration and cooling levels to customize comfort during treatment.
- Side effects like skin burns reported in Thermage are exceedingly rare or absent with Volnewmer due to continuous cooling.
Summary Comparison
| Feature | Volnewmer | Thermage FLX |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Korea | USA |
| Generation | 3rd generation monopolar RF | 1st and 2nd generation RF |
| Cooling Mechanism | Continuous water cooling | Intermittent cryogen spray |
| Pulse Duration | Continuous 1000 ms | Pulsed 200 ms |
| Treatment Time | ~25 minutes | Longer than Volnewmer |
| Comfort | Higher (vibration + cooling) | Moderate (gas cooling) |
| Probes | 4 gold-plated probes | Conductive film probes |
| Effective Areas | Face, neck, body, wrinkles | Face, body, wrinkles |
| Result Duration | ~12+ months | ~18-24 months |
| Pain Level | Lower | Higher |
Volnewmer is favored for faster, more comfortable treatments with newer technology and excellent safety, while Thermage FLX has a longer track record with somewhat longer-lasting results but tends to be more uncomfortable and less advanced in cooling technology.
Unlike traditional Thermage protocols, which require precise parameter control and patient management, different RF platforms vary significantly in clinical workflow.
From a CE-compliance and clinical safety perspective, device selection should always be guided by regulatory clarity and contraindication management.
