Exilis Treatments in Ankeny & West Des Moines

EXILIS – This amazing and effective nonsurgical skin tightening treatment is one of the most popular nonsurgical procedures performed across the country and is now available in central Iowa at Coachlight. Many patients come to Des Moines Plastic Surgery™ seeking nonsurgical options for skin tightening of the face and body, EXILIS offers you this exciting opportunity!

Exilis is ideal for individuals who want real results without invasive procedures or extended recovery periods. It’s especially popular among guests looking to address mild to moderate skin laxity caused by aging, weight loss, or environmental stress. With its ability to treat multiple areas in a single session, including delicate zones like around the eyes and jawline, Exilis provides visible improvements in both skin texture and elasticity. Plus, with no needles, incisions, or anesthesia involved, the experience is quick, relaxing, and requires zero downtime—making it easy to fit into your busy lifestyle. At Coachlight, we personalize every treatment for maximum results and comfort. 

Exilis Overview

Exilis is an award-winning, FDA-cleared skin tightening treatment that uses safe radiofrequency (RF) energy to heat the deeper layers of skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production. It’s perfect for reducing laxity and enhancing firmness on the face, neck, arms, thighs, abdomen, and more. At Coachlight in West Des Moines and Ankeny, our guests love Exilis for its comfort, fast sessions, and visible results with no recovery time.

How Exilis Works

Exilis works by delivering controlled RF energy deep into the skin, warming the dermis and fat layers to trigger collagen remodeling and tissue tightening. Precise temperature control ensures optimal effectiveness while keeping the surface skin safe and comfortable. Over time, this process results in visibly firmer, more youthful-looking skin. The treatment is completely noninvasive, making it a great alternative to surgery.

Benefits of an Exilis Treatment

Exilis treatments offer a wide range of benefits for both face and body. You’ll notice tighter, smoother skin with improved tone and texture. It’s ideal for reducing sagging around the jawline, firming the neck, smoothing out the midsection, or rejuvenating the thighs and arms. Because there’s no downtime, you can return to your normal activities right away. It’s a fast, effective, and comfortable way to look and feel younger.

Exilis vs. Other Treatments

Compared to other nonsurgical treatments, Exilis stands out for its dual ability to target both skin and fat layers using advanced RF technology. Unlike lasers or injectables that focus only on surface concerns, Exilis penetrates deeper to stimulate lasting results. It’s a more comprehensive option for those wanting skin tightening without surgery. Plus, it works beautifully in combination with other Coachlight treatments like CoolSculpting or Sofwave™ for total rejuvenation.

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EXILIS can help treat and improve all areas of the face and body and delivers predictable, lasting, and measurable results. The EXILIS Elite is truly a technological breakthrough in nonsurgical skin tightening.

Before, During, and After

What To Expect Before an Exilis Treatment

Before your treatment, you’ll have a personalized consultation with a Coachlight aesthetic expert to assess your skin and discuss your goals. We’ll determine the right treatment areas and create a custom plan for your needs. No special preparation is required, but we’ll provide detailed pre-treatment guidelines to ensure your comfort and results. You’ll know exactly what to expect every step of the way.

What To Expect During an Exilis Treatment

During the treatment, a handpiece will be applied to the target area, delivering warm RF energy in a gentle circular motion. Most guests describe the sensation as a relaxing warming—no pain, no needles, and no anesthesia required. Sessions typically take about 30–45 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy your time in our spa-like setting.

What To Expect After an Exilis Treatment

There is no downtime after an Exilis session—you can immediately return to work, errands, or even a workout. You may notice a slight pinkness or warmth in the treated area, which fades quickly. Over the next few weeks, you’ll begin to see tighter, smoother skin as collagen builds. For best results, a series of six treatments spaced 7–10 days apart is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

The sophisticated and proprietary software and engineering in the Exilis device is what makes it so exceptional. Exilis elite delivers safe radiofrequency (RF) energy to heat the underlying targeted tissue (the dermis and fat). Uniform, precise heating of this tissue results in consistent, predictable formation of new collagen and subsequent tightening of the skin. RF energy has been used for years to tighten skin but Exilis has just perfected the process to develop a truly exceptional device. Exilis at Des Moines Plastic Surgery™ will give you the nonsurgical results that you desire in a safe, predictable manner.

The Exilis Elite is clinically tested, FDA-approved, extensively researched, and supported by medical research. No harm to skin, fat, tissue or body organs has been shown by biochemical testing. The Exilis Elite is a tremendous leap in technology compared to previous generation devices on the market today.

Heating of the skin is the goal of the Exilis Elite treatment. Most patients will experience a mild, tolerable warming sensation which is normal. No anesthetic is needed. After the treatment, there is no pain and no downtime. Patients resume normal activities including exercise.

Most treatments can be completed in less than an hour depending on the size of the area being treated.

6 treatments are necessary spaced 7 to 10 days apart.

Any area of the face can be treated. The entire face and neck can be treated at one time for an overall skin-tightening effect. Under-eye areas can be treated alone to help reduce under-eye skin laxity and bags. The neck and jowls are the most common face areas treated. The results are truly amazing for a nonsurgical, noninvasive procedure.

The stomach, love handles, inner and outer thighs, arms, bra liner, knees, and chest can be treated. The Exilis will provide skin tightening in all these areas. It is not intended for severe skin looseness.

Absolutely. Many patients will get Exilis treatments to maintain or extend the results of surgical face/neck lifts, liposuction, tummy tucks, and after CoolSculpting.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting technology at Coachlight, please call our office at 515.221.4905 for your free EXILIS consultation.

Yes, Exilis can help reduce the appearance of cellulite by targeting and tightening the underlying layers of skin, improving overall texture and firmness.

Results can last 6–12 months or longer, especially with healthy habits and occasional maintenance treatments. Collagen continues to rebuild for months after the final session.

Yes, Exilis is safe for all skin types and tones. It uses non-invasive RF energy, which does not affect skin pigmentation and poses minimal risk of side effects.

Absolutely. Exilis is especially effective at tightening loose skin around the neck and jawline, offering noticeable lift and definition without surgery or downtime.

We recommend annual or semi-annual maintenance treatments to prolong your results, along with consistent skincare and sun protection to support healthy collagen production over time.

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West Des Moines, IA

6420 Coachlight Dr #200, West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 221-4905

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Ankeny, IA

225 NW 18th St Suite 109, Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 513-6262

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