Why We Chose Scarlet SRF for RF Microneedling in Longmont, Colorado

Jessica Tingwald
Dec 30, 2025
4 min read

Woman in Longmont Colorado recieving an Scarlet RF Microneedling Treatment

If you live in or around Longmont, CO and you’ve been curious about RF microneedling, you may have noticed more news headlines and social media posts about an FDA safety communication lately.

Seeing words like “risk,” “fat loss,” or “complications” tied to a skin treatment can feel unsettling—especially when we’re talking about your face.

At The Peaceful Poppy Med Spa – Your Sanctuary for Natural Beauty, your safety and trust are non-negotiable. Instead of adding to the noise, I want to walk you through:

What the FDA is actually concerned about
Why we specifically chose Scarlet SRF
How our experience as a medical spa supports safe, natural-looking results over time

If you like to go straight to the source, you can read the FDA’s full update here:_Potential Risks with Certain Uses of Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling

What the FDA Is Concerned About with RF Microneedling?

Here’s the simple version of the FDA’s message:

Some radiofrequency microneedling devices and certain ways they’ve been used have led to complications, especially when:

The energy going into the skin is too high or inconsistent
Treatments impact the subdermal facial fat (those supportive fat pads you actually want to keep, not melt)
Devices are used incorrectly or by providers who don’t have proper training

Reported issues have included burns, scarring, unwanted fat loss, and other changes that can be hard to correct.

This doesn’t mean RF microneedling is “bad.” It means that what device is used, how it’s used, and who is using it really matter.

When you choose RF microneedling—here in Longmont or anywhere else—you want clarity on:

Which device your provider is using
Why they chose that device

How they approach safety and treatment planning

Why We Use Scarlet SRF for Reliable Results in Longmont, CO

Woman getting Scarlet RF microneedling treatment on her face

There are plenty of RF microneedling devices on the market. We didn’t just pick the one with the flashiest marketing.

We chose Scarlet SRF because it reflects what we care about most: safety, consistency, and natural, beautiful results.

Fixed Pulse-Width Technology

Scarlet SRF uses fixed pulse-width technology, which means each pulse of energy is:

Precise
Controlled
Consistent

That consistency matters, especially in the deeper layers of the skin where your facial structure and fat pads live. Some devices use more variable energy delivery, which can create hot spots or unpredictable heating—exactly what we want to avoid.

A More Controlled Heat Response

Because the energy is so well controlled, Scarlet lets us manage the thermal (heat) response in your skin more predictably.

The goal is to:

Warm the tissue enough to stimulate collagen and tightening
Avoid the excessive heat that has been associated with unwanted fat loss in other technologies

Designed for a Long-Term Skin Plan

Scarlet is built to deliver repeatable, reliable energy from treatment to treatment.

That gives us room to:

Start conservatively
Adjust as we see how your skin responds
Create a thoughtful, long-term plan instead of a one-off “mystery” treatment

In other words:

Scarlet SRF is engineered with a kind of built-in safety control, so we can tighten, resurface, and boost collagen while being mindful of your natural facial structure.

For you, as a client in Longmont and the greater Boulder County area, it means you can take advantage of a powerful collagen-stimulating treatment while we keep safety and natural results at the center.

How Often Should You Do Scarlet SRF?

To keep things simple, think of your Scarlet journey in two phases: Series and Maintenance.

Phase 1: Scarlet SRF Series – Boosting Your Collagen

When you’re getting started, we typically recommend a series of 3–6 Scarlet SRF treatments, spaced about one month apart.

During this phase, you’re working on:

Gradually building new collagen
Smoothing texture and fine lines
Improving laxity and overall tone
Helping calm some superficial redness in the skin

Many people who come see us in Longmont start with this series when they’re noticing early sagging, fine lines, or changes in skin quality on the face and neck—but aren’t ready for anything surgical.

Phase 2: Scarlet SRF Maintenance – Keeping the Glow Going

Once you’ve completed your initial series, you move into maintenance mode:

We typically recommend one Scarlet SRF treatment every 6 months.

This ongoing rhythm helps your results:

Look natural and progressive, not sudden or “obvious”
Age with you, instead of disappearing quickly
Stay flexible as your skin and lifestyle change over time

Think of it as a scheduled collagen tune-up twice a year.

Is RF Microneedling with Scarlet SRF Right for You?

If you’re in Longmont, CO or the surrounding Front Range and you’re considering RF microneedling, Scarlet SRF might be a great fit if:

You want firmer, smoother skin without surgery
You care about safety and want to protect facial fat, not melt it
You prefer subtle, natural-looking changes over a dramatic “something was done” look
You’re open to a series plus maintenance approach for long-term skin health

At The Peaceful Poppy Med Spa – Your Sanctuary for Natural Beauty, every treatment starts with a real conversation. We’ll talk about your goals, your skin, your medical history, and then decide together whether Scarlet SRF makes sense for you.

Ready to Talk More About RF Microneedling?

The FDA’s safety communication is a helpful reminder that not all RF microneedling devices or providers are the same.

When you’re trusting someone with your face, you deserve:

A well-engineered device like Scarlet SRF
A medical spa with experienced providers
A team that believes in education, transparency, and natural results

If you have questions about the FDA warning, Scarlet SRF, or how to map out your 3–6 treatment series and 6-month maintenance schedule, we’re here to help.

📍 The Peaceful Poppy Med Spa – Longmont, CO Your Sanctuary for Natural Beauty.

📞 Call us at (720) 727-9190 or 🧡 Book your Medical Consult to discuss your Scarlet SRF treatment options online to see whether this approach to RF microneedling is the right next step for your skin.