So I put my fears aside and booked an appointment.

What is Morpheus 8?

Think of Morpheus 8 as your standard microneedling treatment with the intensity turned all the way up.

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Its these controlled injuries that trigger the bodys natural immune response, stimulating the production of collagen.

It penetrates the skin deeper than the other options (at around 8mm, saysDr.

MD, adouble-board certified oculofacial plastic surgeon) to deliver meaningful results after two to four sessions.

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Who is a good candidate for Morpheus 8?

Morpheus 8 is safe for all skin types and tones, says Dr. Hartman.

In other words, Morpheus 8 will not substitute for a facelift if your concern is severe sagging.

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How much does Morpheus 8 cost, and how many sessions do you need?

Generally, the average cost for each session can range from $750 to $1,700.

For my own adventure into non-surgical facelifts, I went toStudioMDin New York City.

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Each session began with me sitting for an hour with numbing cream on the areas the gear would target.

Then, it was time to get into it.

Even with the numbing cream, there was still a bit of pain and discomfort.

Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

Even with the discomfort, though, the results were worth it.

Post-treatment, Dr. Hartman recommends avoiding makeup and continuing with an active-free skin-care routine for at least two days.

He suggests using a gentle cleanser, patting your face dry, and applying moisturizer and sunscreen.

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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