iThe TCM view
In TCM, firm, well-toned skin reflects good local circulation and nourishment.
The warmth of the treatment is paired with techniques aimed at encouraging circulation in the face.
AvailableSkin Care & Facials
TriPollar RF Skin Tightening
TriPollar RF Skin Tightening is a 75-minute, non-surgical facial that uses multi-polar radiofrequency to gently warm the deeper layers of the skin on the face, neck and jawline. At Flourish TCM Clinic in Yaletown, Vancouver, it costs $190 and is performed by Mina Gharnian, skin care practitioner.
Practitioners who offer it
Price$190
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Key facts
- Duration
- 75 min
- Price
- $190
- Deposit
- $50
- Typical sessions
- a series of 4
- Downtime
- none
Two ways to see it
How it works
iiThe modern view
The clinic's device is the Pollogen GENEO+ (OxyGeneo and TriPollar).
TriPollar uses several electrodes to focus radiofrequency energy into the dermis, the skin's deeper layer, while keeping the surface comfortable. The controlled warmth causes existing collagen fibres to contract, and it is intended to stimulate new collagen over the following weeks.
Your visit
75 minWhat a session feels like
- 1Double cleanse.
- 2TriPollar conductive prep gel.
- 3Ultrasonic exfoliation.
- 4Extractions, if needed.
- 5TriPollar radiofrequency: a warm, massage-like glide across the face, neck and jawline.
- 6A mask chosen for your skin.
- 7Serum infusion.
- 8Moisturiser and broad-spectrum SPF.
Aftercare
Skin may look slightly flushed for an hour or so. Cleanse gently with a mild, scent-free cleanser and cool or lukewarm water. No hot water, scrubbing or harsh washcloths. Use a soothing, hydrating moisturiser (for example with hyaluronic acid, glycerin or ceramides). Drink plenty of water. Avoid direct sun, and use SPF 30+ outdoors. Skip hot showers, steam rooms, saunas and intense workouts for 24–48 hours. No retinoids, AHAs/BHAs, peels or physical exfoliants for 24–48 hours.
How many sessions people typically book
Some tightening can be visible right away. Collagen changes build over weeks, so most clients book the series of 4, then maintenance visits.
Pricing · CAD
Options and series
Prices are in CAD. A series is paid upfront and used session by session.
Memberships
Included in 3 memberships
One session a month, about 15% under the menu. Pause or cancel online.
Save with a series
Packages for TriPollar RF Skin Tightening
A series is paid upfront and used session by session.
$660$165 per session
$760 if booked one at a timeValid 6 monthsShareable with someone else
Packages are non-refundable, except where the law requires a refund. They can be transferred to another person but not switched to another treatment. See all packages
Practitioners who offer it
Mina Gharnian
skin care practitioner
Your safety first
Before you book
Tell your practitioner if any of these apply. Each line comes from a named source.
- 1
Pregnancy.
Source: Pollogen · geneo+U User Manual - 2
Pacemaker or other implanted electronic device.
Source: Clinic protocol - 3
Metal implants in the treatment area.
Source: Clinic protocol - 4
Recent filler or injectables in the area (ask about timing).
Source: Pollogen · geneo+U User Manual - 5
Active skin infection or open wounds.
Source: Pollogen · geneo+U User Manual
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Terms to know
Full glossaryGlossary
Radiofrequency
TechnologyIn skin care, radiofrequency (RF) is energy that gently heats the deeper skin layers to tighten collagen fibres and support firmness.
Technology used
Skin2treatments use it
Pollogen GENEO+
TriPollar RF
TriPollar is a radiofrequency (RF) technology developed by Pollogen that gently warms the deeper layers of the skin, used to support firmness on the face, neck and jawline. At Flourish TCM Clinic, it is used in TriPollar RF Skin Tightening and, for some skin types, as the fourth step of the OxyGeneo Clinical 4-in-1.
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Does RF skin tightening hurt?
It feels like a warm massage. Mina keeps the temperature at a comfortable level throughout.
Is there downtime?
No. You may look slightly flushed for a short while.
How many sessions will I need?
Most people book the series of 4.
What's the difference between TriPollar and OxyGeneo?
OxyGeneo works on the surface (exfoliation, infusion, oxygenation). TriPollar warms deeper layers to support firmness. Both run on the clinic's Pollogen GENEO+, and the Premium OxyGeneo & TriPollar option combines them.
Can I have it if I've had filler?
Tell Mina about any injectables; timing matters.
Book your TriPollar RF Skin Tightening
A $50 deposit holds your time. Cancel with at least 24 hours’ notice and your deposit is refunded.