Exion Face: Non-Invasive Skin Tightening in Chicago & Willowbrook
Needle-Free RF & Ultrasound Facial Rejuvenation at Cheung Aesthetics & Wellness
Aging skin loses more than just collagen. It loses hyaluronic acid, the molecule responsible for keeping skin plump, hydrated, and youthful. By age 60, your skin contains roughly 50% less hyaluronic acid than it did at 40. Exion Face is the first non-invasive device to combine monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and targeted ultrasound to restore all three pillars of youthful skin — collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid — without needles, incisions, or downtime.
At Cheung Aesthetics & Wellness, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jessie Cheung and her expert clinical team use Exion Face to deliver precise, anatomy-driven facial rejuvenation for patients across Chicago, Willowbrook, and the greater western suburbs.
How Exion Face Works: Dual-Energy Skin Rejuvenation
Exion Face works at a deeper level than traditional skin tightening devices by delivering two complementary energies simultaneously.
Monopolar Radiofrequency (RF) uniformly heats the dermis to a controlled temperature range of 40–42°C. This thermal stress targets aged, rigid collagen and elastin fibers, triggering collagen coagulation and rapid skin shrinkage. Your body responds by producing new collagen and elastin through a process called neocollagenesis, gradually rebuilding the structural framework that keeps skin firm and lifted.
Targeted Ultrasound directs high-frequency mechanical waves into the reticular dermis — the skin layer where your most active fibroblasts reside. These sound waves create mechanical stimulation that activates cell surface receptors on fibroblasts, triggering changes in gene expression and protein synthesis. This process makes fibroblasts more responsive to the simultaneous RF energy, amplifying the treatment’s regenerative effects.
The combination of these two energies is what makes Exion Face unique. By delivering thermal and mechanical stress to fibroblasts at the same time, Exion Face has been shown to increase the skin’s natural hyaluronic acid production by up to 224%, a result no other non-invasive facial device can replicate. The result is skin that is not only tighter and firmer, but visibly more hydrated, plump, and radiant.
What Does Exion Face Treat?
Exion Face addresses a wide range of facial aging concerns, making it a versatile treatment for patients at many stages of the aging process.
Fine Lines and Wrinkles: The boost in collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid works together to soften fine lines around the eyes, mouth, and forehead — areas where early signs of aging are most visible.
Skin Laxity and Loss of Firmness: As collagen and elastin decline with age, skin begins to sag along the jawline, cheeks, and neck. Exion Face stimulates deep dermal tightening to restore a more defined, lifted facial contour.
Dull, Dehydrated Skin: The dramatic increase in hyaluronic acid production restores moisture from within, improving skin tone, texture, and that healthy glow that diminishes over time.
Delicate and Hard-to-Treat Areas: Unlike many energy-based devices, Exion Face is gentle enough to safely treat the periorbital area (around the eyes), perioral area (around the mouth), neck, and décolletage — sensitive zones that often show aging earliest but are difficult to treat with more aggressive technologies.
What to Expect During Your Exion Face Treatment
Your Exion Face session at Cheung Aesthetics & Wellness begins with a thorough skin cleansing. There are no needles involved. The Exion Face handpiece glides over the treatment area, delivering RF and targeted ultrasound energy simultaneously. Most patients describe the sensation as a comfortable warmth with mild tingling.
A typical Exion Face session takes approximately 30–45 minutes, depending on the treatment area. There is no downtime, and most patients return to their normal activities immediately after their appointment. Some mild redness may occur but typically resolves within hours.
For optimal results, Exion Face is typically performed as a series of 4 treatments, spaced 7–14 days apart. Many patients begin to notice improvements in skin hydration and tone within the first few weeks, with the most significant tightening and rejuvenation results appearing approximately one to three months after the final session as collagen remodeling continues. Results can last 12 to 18 months, with maintenance sessions recommended to sustain your results over time.
Why Choose Cheung Aesthetics & Wellness for Exion Face?
Not all skin tightening treatments are created equal, and neither are the providers who perform them. Choosing a board-certified dermatologist for your Exion Face treatment means your care is guided by deep medical knowledge of skin anatomy, aging biology, and how energy-based devices interact with different skin types and structures.
Board-Certified Dermatologist Expertise: Dr. Jessie Cheung is a fellowship-trained dermatologist with over 15 years of experience in cosmetic and regenerative medicine. Her understanding of facial anatomy and skin biology ensures every Exion Face treatment is calibrated to your unique skin structure and aging concerns, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Conservative, Anatomy-Driven Approach: Dr. Cheung’s philosophy prioritizes natural-looking results built on a foundation of skin health. Exion Face fits seamlessly into this approach by working with your body’s own regenerative processes rather than replacing them.
Customized Treatment Plans: Exion Face can be performed as a standalone rejuvenation treatment or combined with other modalities in our practice, including injectables, PDO thread lifts, laser treatments, and medical-grade skincare, for a comprehensive, layered approach to facial aging.
Safe for All Skin Types: Dr. Cheung has extensive experience treating patients across a full spectrum of skin tones and types, and Exion Face’s non-invasive technology is safe and effective for diverse skin.
Exion Face vs. Other Skin Tightening Treatments
Patients often ask how Exion Face compares to other popular skin tightening options. Here’s how it stands apart:
Exion Face vs. RF Microneedling: While RF microneedling devices like Morpheus8 or Sylfirm X use needles to deliver radiofrequency energy into the skin, Exion Face is completely needle-free. This means zero downtime, no post-treatment pinpoint bleeding, and the ability to treat delicate areas like around the eyes that microneedling devices cannot safely reach. Exion Face also uniquely stimulates hyaluronic acid production, which RF microneedling alone does not achieve.
Exion Face vs. Ultherapy: Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to target deeper tissue layers, but treatments can be uncomfortable and are typically performed as a single session. Exion Face combines RF with targeted ultrasound in a more comfortable treatment series, building results progressively while also restoring skin hydration through hyaluronic acid stimulation.
Exion Face vs. Surgical Facelift: For patients who are not ready for surgery or prefer a non-invasive approach, Exion Face offers meaningful skin tightening and rejuvenation without incisions, anesthesia, or recovery time. It is an excellent option for early intervention, maintenance, or as a complement to surgical results.
Schedule Your Exion Face Consultation in Chicago
If you’re looking for non-invasive skin tightening near Chicago, Willowbrook, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Downers Grove, or the surrounding western suburbs, Cheung Aesthetics & Wellness offers Exion Face treatments under the expert care of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jessie Cheung.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn how Exion Face can help you achieve firmer, more hydrated, naturally youthful skin — without needles or downtime.