The short answer: Morpheus8 remodels — needles deliver RF energy deep into the skin for laxity, texture, and etched-in lines, over 3 sessions with 2–3 days of redness. Forma maintains and prevents — no needles, no downtime, gradual firming over 8 weekly sessions. Deeper change: Morpheus8. Gentler routine: Forma.
Morpheus8 is fractional radiofrequency microneedling. Fine needles carry RF energy beneath the surface, where collagen is actually made, triggering deep remodeling. It's our go-to for jawline and jowl laxity, acne scarring, crepey texture, and lines that have started to etch in.
Forma uses the same radiofrequency energy but delivers it from the surface — a warm, massage-like wand, no needles at all. Think of it as strength training for your collagen: each weekly session builds on the last, firming gradually with zero recovery time.
| Morpheus8 RF | Forma RF | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | RF energy via microneedles, deep in the dermis | RF energy from the surface, no needles |
| Downtime | 2–3 days of redness and pinpoint marks | None — straight back to your day |
| Course | 3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart | 8 weekly sessions |
| Per session | $800 face · $1,100 face + neck | $225 face · $175 neck |
| Course total | $2,400–3,300 | $1,600 face · $1,200 neck (packages of 8) |
| Best for | Noticeable laxity, texture, scarring, etched lines | Early laxity, prevention, maintenance, needle-averse |
| Results timeline | Builds over 3–6 months after the final session | Gradual, across and after the course |
Both are performed at Royal Medical Spa in Guelph on InMode's platform — we're InMode certified, and every plan is confirmed at a consultation first (virtual consults are complimentary).