Recommended Combination of Potenza and Juvelook for Enlarged Pores | From Oil Control to Collagen Regeneration
2026-07-29
The main causes of enlarged pores are excessive sebum production and decreased collagen, leading to reduced skin elasticity.
Potenza delivers RF energy to the dermis through microneedles, inducing both coagulation of sebaceous glands and collagen regeneration simultaneously.
It is recommended to undergo the treatment three times at one-month intervals, and regular maintenance can help prolong the effects.
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As temperatures rise, there’s a common concern that also increases: enlarged pores. When the weather gets warmer and sweating begins, pores can appear noticeably larger, and even after washing your face, it can feel clogged. When searching for solutions to pore concerns, a treatment that frequently comes up is Potenza.
It can be difficult to understand why Potenza is frequently mentioned as an effective treatment for pore improvement and what tips to use for your specific skin concerns. Today, I will explain the effects of Potenza with a focus on enlarged pores.
Why Are Pores Getting Larger?
Before discussing Potenza, let’s first clarify why pores enlarge. Pores are not only affected by sebum but are also closely related to skin elasticity. The main causes can be broadly categorized into two.
✅Excessive Sebum Production
The more sebum that is produced, the larger and more clogged the pores become. Especially during warmer seasons like spring and summer, sebum production increases, making pores appear more prominent.
✅Loss of Skin Elasticity
As we age, collagen decreases, weakening the support around the pores. In this case, the pores may sag downwards, making them appear larger. Particularly in the case of aging pores, skin elasticity often decreases as well, leading to many cases where collagen regeneration treatments are also performed.
In other words, to effectively address pore concerns, both sebum control and collagen regeneration must be addressed simultaneously. Potenza is a method that can approach both of these concerns together.
How Does Potenza Effectively Improve Pores?
Potenza is a treatment that inserts microneedles into the dermis and releases RF energy from the needle tips. Unlike simply delivering energy to the skin surface, the energy is emitted while the needles are in direct contact with the dermis, allowing for regeneration from within the skin. At this time, the RF thermal energy induces a coagulation reaction in the skin tissue, and this coagulation reaction directly impacts pore improvement.
💛Sebaceous Gland Coagulation
As heat is delivered to the sebaceous glands responsible for sebum production, the amount of sebum secretion is regulated. This can lead to a reduction in the size of pores that had enlarged due to excessive sebum.
💛Collagen Coagulation and Generation
The collagen in the dermis is stimulated, leading to increased synthesis of new collagen. As a result, the surrounding tissue of the pores becomes firmer, causing the previously enlarged pores to tighten. These two reactions occur simultaneously, allowing Potenza to be effective for both oily and aging pores.
What Types of Potenza Tips Are Used for Pore Improvement?
The type of tip chosen for Potenza affects the depth and method of energy delivery to the skin. If focusing on pore improvement, two types of tips can be used.
💛Pore Tip (Invasive Needle)
This method directly stimulates the dermis with microneedles. It is known to have the most direct effect on improving pores and acne scars, specializing in tightening enlarged pores and smoothing skin texture.
💛Pumping Tip (Invasive Needle + Drug Injection)
This method slightly suctions the skin to allow the needles to penetrate deeper while simultaneously delivering skin boosters like Juvelook, exosomes, and Rejuran directly into the dermis. Generally, this method has a higher absorption rate compared to traditional injection methods and is relatively less painful.
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What is the Downtime and Pain Level for Potenza Treatment?
One of the common concerns when undergoing dermatological treatments is downtime and pain.
💛Downtime
Using the pore tip (invasive), there may be slight needle marks left. These are usually less noticeable than those from a flu shot and typically fade within a few days. When using the pumping tip with skin boosters, there may be about a week of downtime.
💛Pain
While there is individual variation, a common experience is a slight warmth. However, the intensity of needle penetration can be adjusted according to skin type, thickness, and individual pain tolerance.
How Many Sessions of Potenza Are Needed to See Results?
Potenza is not a treatment that ends after one session. It promotes skin regeneration and activates collagen production, so consistent treatments are necessary for effects to accumulate.
Recommended Frequency | 3 sessions at one-month intervals |
Duration of Effects | Up to about 1 year based on 3 sessions (individual variation may apply) |
Maintenance | If you want to maintain the effects for a long time, regular maintenance every 2-3 months is recommended |
When Combined with Skin Boosters | When combined with painful treatments like Rejuran, it is generally performed every 3 months |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is there a synergy effect when receiving Potenza and Juvelook together?
Yes, by using the pumping tip of Potenza, skin boosters like Juvelook can be delivered directly to the dermis. The pumping tip slightly suctions the skin to allow for deeper needle penetration, resulting in a higher absorption rate compared to traditional injection methods. While Potenza induces sebaceous gland regulation and collagen regeneration with RF energy, Juvelook provides hydration and elasticity improvement, making this combination popular among those looking to improve pores and skin texture.
Q. When can I start to feel the effects of pore tightening after receiving Potenza?
Potenza is a treatment that delivers RF energy to the dermis, inducing both sebaceous gland coagulation and collagen regeneration simultaneously. Since it takes time for new collagen to synthesize, changes in skin texture and pore tightening are often gradually felt from about 2-4 weeks after the treatment rather than immediately. However, the collagen regeneration process tends to accumulate, so effects are more pronounced when multiple sessions are performed according to the recommended frequency.
Q. How much does a single session of Potenza cost?
The cost of Potenza varies depending on the type of tip (pore tip/pumping tip), treatment area, and whether it is combined with skin boosters (Juvelook, exosomes, etc.). Generally, treatments using the pumping tip with injections of Juvelook or exosomes tend to be priced higher due to additional material costs compared to treatments without boosters. Potenza is a treatment where effects accumulate when the recommended frequency (approximately 3 sessions at one-month intervals) is followed, so it is advisable to consult about the combination of tips and boosters that suit your skin concerns rather than just comparing the price of a single session. You can check the prices for InMode at Derna Clinic on the event page.
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Q. There are several types of Potenza tips; which one should I choose?
If your goal is pore improvement, the options are mainly the pore tip (invasive needle) and the pumping tip (invasive needle + drug injection). The pore tip directly stimulates the dermis with microneedles, specializing in improving pores and acne scars, while the pumping tip enhances absorption by adding skin booster injections. Additionally, other tips may be used depending on specific concerns like redness or lifting. Since each tip has different depths and methods of energy delivery, it is best to have your pore depth and skin thickness assessed and choose a customized setting accordingly.
Q. Is it very painful to receive Potenza? Is anesthesia used?
Potenza involves microneedles penetrating the dermis, so there may be a prickling and warm sensation when the needles enter. The level of pain varies greatly among individuals, but the intensity of needle penetration can be adjusted according to skin type, thickness, and individual pain tolerance. If you are concerned about pain, it is common to apply a numbing cream before the treatment, and compared to ablative lasers like Fraxel, there is no surface thermal damage, making recovery relatively easier.
Q. What is the downtime and side effects after Potenza treatment?
Using the pore tip (invasive) may leave slight needle marks, which are usually less noticeable than flu shot marks and often fade within a few days. If the pumping tip is used with skin boosters, there may be about a week of downtime. Side effects can include temporary redness, slight irritation, and rarely, issues like folliculitis. The degree of downtime and side effects can vary based on individual skin conditions and treatment settings, so it is important to receive guidance on post-treatment care.
Q. How often and how many sessions of Potenza are needed to maintain effects?
Generally, it is recommended to undergo 3 sessions at one-month intervals. When this number of sessions is completed, effects can last up to about 1 year (individual variation may apply).
Q. Which is better for pores, Potenza or Fraxel?
The two treatments operate on different principles. Fraxel is an ablative laser that induces regeneration by causing thermal damage to the skin surface, resulting in relatively longer pain and downtime, and can help with pigmentation and deep scar improvement. In contrast, Potenza delivers RF energy directly to the dermis using microneedles, addressing pore tightening and elasticity improvement without thermal damage to the skin surface, resulting in relatively less pain and downtime. If you want definite regeneration and can tolerate downtime, Fraxel may be suitable; however, if you want to manage pores and elasticity with less pain and recovery burden, Potenza may be more appropriate.
Q. Can I combine exosomes or Rejuran with Potenza instead of just Juvelook? Is there a difference?
Yes, by using the pumping tip, various skin boosters such as exosomes and Rejuran can be delivered to the dermis along with Juvelook. Juvelook is known for improving hydration and elasticity, while exosomes enhance skin condition through cellular regeneration signaling, and Rejuran is recognized for skin regeneration and fine wrinkle improvement, each having strengths depending on the type of booster used.
Potenza, which coagulates sebaceous glands to regulate sebum production while simultaneously inducing collagen regeneration, is a treatment that can address both oily and aging pores. Especially when using the pore tip and pumping tip, you can improve pore conditions while also taking care of skin health.
Even with the same Potenza treatment, the results can vary depending on the type of tip used and how it is set up. It is crucial to remember that thorough consultation before treatment to check your pore type and skin condition, and proceeding with the appropriate method is the most important factor.
If you have been struggling with pore issues for a long time, please contact Derna Clinic.
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