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From the team at Beyond Wellness, serving Little Rock, Hillcrest, Hot Springs, and Rogers, Arkansas
A lot of our patients come to us first for hormone optimization, and along the way, a familiar question comes up: why does my skin feel different lately? Between bioidentical hormone therapy conversations and our aesthetic services, we sit right at the intersection of that question, so we want to walk through the hormone-skin connection and where Sofwave fits into the picture.
The Hormone-Skin Connection
Skin’s structure depends on an ongoing supply of collagen, elastin, and hydration, and several hormones play a direct role in keeping that supply going. As those hormone levels shift, whether through perimenopause, menopause, or age-related decline in men, skin often changes right along with them.
| Hormone | Role in Skin Health | What Happens as It Declines |
| Estrogen | Supports collagen production and skin hydration | Collagen production slows, and skin becomes thinner and less elastic |
| Testosterone | Contributes to skin thickness and structural collagen | Skin can lose some of its firmness and resilience |
| Growth Hormone | Supports ongoing collagen and elastin turnover | Natural decline contributes to visible signs of aging |
How Sofwave Supports Skin During Hormonal Transitions
Sofwave uses SUPERB (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) technology to deliver controlled heat at precisely 1.5mm in the mid-dermis, where collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid are actively produced. An integrated cooling system called Sofcool protects the skin’s surface throughout treatment. It works independently of hormone levels, stimulating the skin’s own collagen response directly.
The clinical evidence behind Sofwave is part of why we offer it:
- 40+ peer-reviewed publications
- 68% average collagen increase confirmed by biopsy (Suh et al., 2025)
- 33% average elastin increase confirmed by biopsy (Suh et al., 2025)
- Documented stimulation of hyaluronic acid production in the dermis
- 1 million+ treatments worldwide, no fat atrophy events reported in published data
- 7 specific FDA aesthetic clearances
- Results lasting 12 months or longer from a single session
How Sofwave Fits Into a Broader Wellness Plan
Sofwave isn’t a substitute for hormone therapy, and hormone therapy isn’t a substitute for Sofwave. They address different parts of the same picture: hormone therapy works on the underlying shift driving these changes, while Sofwave works directly on the skin’s collagen response. Many of our patients who are already working with us on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy add Sofwave once they understand how the two connect.
Is Sofwave Right for You?
Sofwave may be worth discussing at your next visit if you:
- Have noticed mild to moderate skin laxity during perimenopause, menopause, or andropause
- Are already working with our team on hormone optimization
- Want a treatment backed by published, biopsy-confirmed evidence
- Want to support your skin with no downtime
What to Expect With Sofwave at Beyond Wellness
Treatment is a single in-office session, with the device passed over the treatment area. There is no downtime, and patients return to their normal routine right away.
- Weeks 8 to 12: Early lifting and tightening as new collagen matures
- Months 3 to 6: The most visible stage of improvement
- 12 months and beyond: Results lasting a year or longer from a single session
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does skin change during perimenopause and menopause?
A: Declining estrogen slows collagen production, which is why many women notice thinner, less elastic skin during this transition.
Q: Can Sofwave replace hormone therapy for skin concerns?
A: No. Sofwave and hormone therapy work differently. Hormone therapy addresses the underlying hormonal shift, while Sofwave stimulates collagen directly in the skin. Many patients use both as part of one plan.
Q: What evidence supports Sofwave’s results?
A: Sofwave is backed by 40+ peer-reviewed publications, including biopsy-confirmed data showing a 68% average increase in collagen and a 33% average increase in elastin (Suh et al., 2025), along with documented stimulation of hyaluronic acid production.
Q: Is Sofwave safe for patients on hormone therapy?
A: Yes. Sofwave targets the mid-dermis at 1.5mm, above the fat layer, and works independently of hormone levels. Across 1 million+ treatments, no fat atrophy events have been reported in published data.
Q: How long do results last?
A: Results can last 12 months or longer from a single treatment session, with full results typically visible within 3 to 6 months.
Q: Is there downtime after Sofwave?
A: No. Patients return to their normal routine the same day.
Q: Do I need to be on hormone therapy to benefit from Sofwave?
A: No. Sofwave is appropriate for anyone with mild to moderate skin laxity. It’s simply a treatment our BHRT patients often ask about once they understand the hormone-skin connection.
Schedule Your Consultation
If you’re curious how Sofwave fits into your own wellness plan, whether that’s alongside hormone therapy or entirely on its own, we’d love to meet with you. Every consultation starts with an honest conversation about your goals.
Schedule your consultation with Beyond Wellness today.
Little Rock (West): 23816 Chenal Pkwy, Little Rock, AR 72223
Little Rock (Hillcrest): 623 Beechwood St., Little Rock, AR 72205
Hot Springs: 25255 AR-5, Lonsdale, AR 72087
