Laser therapy has been used successfully in modern cosmetology. Laser-based devices are constantly improving, which explains the great popularity of laser-based procedures. We present to your attention 5 methods of laser facial rejuvenation.
№1 Fractional laser facial rejuvenation
Facial rejuvenation with laser hardware is a non-surgical method of hardware cosmetology. The essence of the procedure is the resurfacing of facial tissues using high temperatures, which are created by laser energy. The result is skin rejuvenation and rejuvenation.
During the procedure, the fragmented treatment of problem areas occurs by intense exposure to light waves, which are converted into thermal energy.
Facial rejuvenation with laser is the most effective method to date, aiming at the complete elimination of wrinkles, creases and folds, active pigmentation and sagging areas of the epidermis. The impact is carried out using a special device that generates laser energy.
The device is equipped with special options that regulate the penetration depth and temperature of the laser beam. The correct selection of options is an essential factor, because if you make a mistake, you can cause a burn or irreversible changes in the skin. When choosing the right options, the cosmetologist focuses on the patient's age, structure, thickness and skin type.
Fractional laser skin rejuvenation is especially effective. During the procedure, there is a gradual processing of problem and defective areas. The high temperature contributes to the destruction of tissues, or rather, contributes to their depletion, which further causes the regeneration and renewal of these areas.
Fractional laser facial rejuvenation can eliminate:
- dark spots;
- deep nasolabial folds;
- acne, acne and pimples;
- spider veins;
- demodicosis.
The fractional ablative method is used for local elimination of skin defects. It is known that uneven cell growth can be observed in different parts of the face. Thus, in one area the epidermis is dry and irritated, and in the vicinity it is clean and smooth. For these defective areas, the pinpoint method of laser therapy is used.
This method is the most effective because it works punctually. Due to this, minimal skin damage occurs and all side effects disappear within 3 days. The method allows you to gently affect the epidermis and process large areas of it in one session. At the same time, regenerative abilities and quick recovery of the epidermis are enhanced.
This type of procedure has virtually no side effects and complications are extremely rare. Hyperpigmentation and scarring of the skin in the treated area are not seen. The method can be performed on delicate areas (around the eyes, on the décolleté and neck) and does not require anesthesia.
How the procedure is done
First of all, you should clean the skin from decorative cosmetics, dirt and dust. It is recommended not to apply makeup two days before therapy. It is advisable to carry out laser manipulations in the cold and cloudy season, so that active heat stroke does not cause damage to the already vulnerable skin.
Algorithm for laser rejuvenation:
- A cosmetologist performs exfoliation of the skin for thorough cleaning.
- Local anesthesia is administered.
- The doctor then proceeds to laser treatment of the problem areas or the entire face. It is more convenient to carry out the treatment in one session only on the face, or on the neck and décolleté area.
- After the treatment, special emollients are applied to the skin, which soothe the skin and relieve discomfort.
The session lasts approximately 1 hour. However, the duration of manipulation depends on the size of the treated areas.
rehabilitation period
If it is necessary to undergo a course of laser treatment consisting of several sessions, after each procedure a certain care is required, which will ensure a rapid rehabilitation of the skin. After all, laser therapy stimulates cellular processes and, in order for them to pass without excesses, simple rules must be followed:
- during this period, intensively hydrate the epidermis with creams and masks;
- do not do peelings and exfoliations;
- do not take hot baths and showers;
- do not visit saunas, solariums and swimming pools;
- sunbathing is prohibited;
- do not use lotions containing alcohol;
- do not take tetracycline antibiotics;
- it is extremely important to use sunscreen in any weather;
- try not to use decorative cosmetics (or use delicate textures);
- take vitamin and mineral complexes;
- to walk outside.
Preparations with a regenerating agent dexpanthenol, as well as natural thermal water, will help to accelerate the restoration of the skin.
For fractional rejuvenation, the device from the American company Palomar Medical Technologies is used. Fraxel and Affirm devices are also very popular. All laser skin rejuvenation devices have the same working principle, which simplifies their use by specialists.
At the. 2 The working principle of a neodymium laser
Especially in demand is a solid-state laser emitter, the design of which is based on an aluminum yttrium garnet crystal. Yttrium aluminum garnet crystal is activated by neodymium ions. Neodymium is a rare chemical element, a silvery white metal with a golden hue.
A distinctive feature of this type of laser is its intensity, strength and length of light, which is capable of penetrating up to a depth of 6-8 mm into tissue. Neodymium laser is successfully used in surgery, urology, gynecology, in the treatment of malignant diseases, as it is able to clot blood vessels and reduce bleeding during surgery.
A neodymium laser is a hardware device capable of producing a laser beam with different wavelengths, both the minimum of 532 nm, 585 nm, 650 and the maximum of 1064 nm. This type of radiation contributes to various methods of facial skin rejuvenation and increases the efficiency of laser hardware technique. What are the capabilities of a neodymium laser?
With it, you can:
- rejuvenate the skin;
- treat acne;
- perform hair removal;
- remove spider veins;
- eliminate traces of post-acne;
- eliminate age spots;
- remove tattoos;
- make scars, scars and stretch marks less visible on the body.
Neodymium laser rejuvenation procedure
Neodymium laser is able to rejuvenate the skin of the face. Improved blood circulation leads to the activation of fibroblasts and the growth of young cells that synthesize the "youth" proteins collagen and elastin. The new collagen is distinguished by a strong and orderly fiber structure, which allows you to create a new frame for the skin, improve the contour of the face and tighten it in the chin area.
Fine wrinkles and deep folds also undergo metamorphosis: the former are completely smoothed out, while the latter become less visible. As a result, the face looks fresh, youthful and healthy without wrinkles, puffiness and stagnant blemishes.
When working with a device based on a neodymium laser, photomodification of the scar tissue occurs, which makes the skin smooth and uniform. The normalization of blood circulation in the capillaries ensures the disappearance of pigmented and stagnant spots left after acne, which for a long time remain in the place of the erupted abscess.
The advantages of this type of laser are as follows:
- A variety of light pulse lengths allow you to develop an individual approach depending on each patient's skin characteristics.
- The neodymium laser acts punctually, carefully processing the desired areas.
- This type of laser is equipped with a cooling system that has several levels and makes any procedure comfortable and safe.
- The laser's cooling system prevents the surface layers of the skin from heating up and prevents thermal burns.
- The device's dual switching system from one type of activity to another allows performing procedures from different directions without changing the nozzle during a session.
- Control over the physical characteristics of the emitted light (number of pulses, energy density, wavelength) makes it possible to strictly match the characteristics of the patient's phototype. In addition, physical characteristics remain unchanged throughout the session.
- Neodymium laser-based devices completely eliminate the risk of side effects and complications.
The use of a neodymium laser in cosmetology has improved skin rejuvenation methods and gotten rid of many cosmetic defects.
№3 Laser biorevitalization for skin renewal
Modern cosmetology uses many minimally invasive and non-surgical technologies for facial rejuvenation and body shaping. One of these innovative methods is laser biorevitalization. This method is highly effective in eliminating age-related skin problems and promotes skin rejuvenation.
The word "biorevitalization" literally means "return to life". Over the years, involutive aging processes occur in the human body. Unfortunately, these processes also extend to the skin. It loses turgor, gives in, the amount of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid produced in the skin decreases.
Laser biorevitalization is the introduction of hyaluronic acid into the skin using laser radiation.
The biorevitalization process helps to restore the skin to its former elasticity, firmness and color in a natural way. What is this method? The skin is affected in such a way as to trigger the activation of the cell's own resources and its rapid recovery. This role is played by fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are connective tissue cells responsible for the production of collagen, elastic fibers and hyaluronic acid, which retain water in the cell.
In turn, collagen and elastin are the structure of the skin, which allows you to keep the skin in good shape and make it elastic. Over the years, the number of fibroblasts decreases markedly. The remaining fibroblasts lose their activity and produce the necessary substances in smaller amounts. As a result, the skin ages: it becomes less elastic, less elastic and wrinkles appear.
Laser biorevitalization promotes deep penetration of hyaluronic acid into the skin.
For this procedure, a "cold" infrared laser with low intensity is used. It was developed and applied for the first time in Germany.
Biorevitalization procedure
What happens in the laser biorevitalization process? A small amount of hyaluronic acid is applied to a certain area of the skin and, using a laser, penetrates the skin tissues. Under the influence of the laser, the hyaluronic acid typified composition is evenly distributed between the skin layers through the open transport channels. During the procedure, the skin does not heat up, there is no peeling and is not afraid of ultraviolet rays.
For this reason, injection-free laser biorevitalization can be performed at any time of the year. You should know that low molecular weight hyaluronic acid is used for this procedure. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid is unable to cross skin barriers and remains on the skin's surface. Natural hyaluronic acid is a polymer (a chain of links) and has several thousand links in its structure.
But when applied externally, long chains of links are not able to penetrate the skin barrier. It is for this reason that they resort to injection and hardware exposure methods. The high molecular hyaluronic acid in the cream only hydrates the surface of the skin without penetrating the depths.
The introduction of hyaluronic acid into the epidermis is a rather complicated procedure. It's all about its molecular weight, which is 5 to 20 million daltons. This is hundreds of times larger than the gaps between the cells in the epidermis.
After a certain chemical reaction, high molecular weight hyaluronic acid becomes low molecular weight. This acidic composition of 5-10 units easily penetrates the skin and, under the influence of a laser, short units combine into polymer chains and help the fibroblasts to retain moisture in the cells. In this way, a lifting effect is achieved. The skin becomes elastic and toned, as at an early age.
In some cases, before the procedure, it is recommended to peel the face and make a hot compress for better penetration of the medicine into the skin. The laser-irradiated tissues are rapidly regenerated and the biorevitalization procedure gives an instant positive result.
It is recommended to use biorevitalization in areas of the body where there are the following signs of aging:
- wrinkles
- sagging skin
- dry skin
- presence of post-acne scars
The number of biorevitalization sessions is determined by the cosmetologist. It depends on the skin condition and the goals pursued. To eliminate sagging skin and improve its turgor, it is recommended to carry out 5-10 procedures, with an interval of 5-7 days. The result after one session can last from 6 weeks to 6 months. After the procedure, it is recommended to drink plenty of water and use moisturizing creams.
The laser biorevitalization procedure gives stable and effective results. In addition, the result is immediately noticeable. Consider the advantages of this method:
After the procedure, the skin feels fresh, hydrated with clear relief. Small wrinkles are smoothed, the complexion improves. Saturating the skin with hyaluronic acid stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.
Overall, this laser facial rejuvenation method is completely safe and suitable for almost everyone. To avoid complications, you should carefully choose a cosmetology clinic, taking into account the recommendations and work experience. Also pay attention to the experience and professionalism of the cosmetologist. Take your time and consider some proposals in detail before tipping the scales in someone's favor.
№4 What is elos (elos)-rejuvenation?
Elos (elos) - rejuvenation - is a hardware method, which is based on the simultaneous use of laser, radio frequency and light radiation. The positive effect of the procedure is due to the impact of the device not only on the surface of the epidermis, but also on the deep layers of the skin. Literally, the term elos (elos) means "electro-optical synergy". The principle of this method is quite simple: light is absorbed by the tissues and in the deep layers of the skin it is converted into thermal energy.
The essence of the method is the absorption of light and electric current by skin cells, as a result of which light radiation is converted deep into the skin into thermal energy. The action of the electric current will be more intense in those areas of the skin that have already been heated by the light.
Thus, the electric current has a selective effect on the tissues and affects the already heated dermis more intensely. This type of impaction is successfully used in the treatment of age-related skin defects and various cosmetic deficiencies.
During the procedure, the following processes are activated:
- Intensive tissue heating activates the work of fibroblasts. Due to this, the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid is stimulated, which contributes to the lifting of soft tissues.
- Some heating of the blood in the capillaries contributes to the rapid disappearance of rosacea (vascular network) in the face as the blood and proteins clot.
- Tissue heating also contributes to the destruction of melanin. Melanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes. As a result, fair, fair skin always looks younger than pigmented.
The special nozzles of the elos device carry out targeted, targeted and selective actions that only affect the problem areas of the skin without harming it, but only eliminating existing skin defects.
Procedure steps
- The procedure begins with removing makeup from the skin.
- Special glasses are placed over the eyes (as in a tanning bed) to protect the eyes from flashes of bright light.
- In most cases, the procedure does not require anesthesia, but this depends on each patient's individual tolerance threshold. Therefore, the doctor decides whether or not to perform anesthesia after talking to the patient. Feels like Elos - the procedure is similar to mild injections, which cause a pleasant tingling rather than pain.
- A special thick gel is applied to the face, which is a good conductor of electric current and light energy. The process itself doesn't take more than an hour if we're just talking about the face, but in general, the duration of the procedure depends on which area of the skin needs to be treated.
- The device for the Elos procedure has several nozzles that are used to solve a specific problem. The maximum depth that light energy penetrates is 5 mm. The power and intensity of the current are individually selected for each patient so as not to cause severe burns, pain and discomfort.
- After the procedure is finished, a refreshing and soothing cream is applied to the skin. This must be done to avoid burns.
After the procedure, the skin turns red and swells, there are spot burns on it. Edema, skin hyperemia, and burns persist for the next few days. After about 3 or 5 days, the swelling and redness disappear completely and the age spots become more pronounced. Don't be afraid of this, as age spots will disappear along with damaged skin, giving way to smooth, white skin. After another 7 days, the peeling process begins.
Session duration is 45 to 60 minutes. For a complete rejuvenation course, it is necessary to carry out at least 5-7 sessions, once a month.
The Elos procedure is recommended in the following cases:
- the presence of mimic wrinkles;
- the presence of rosacea (spider veins);
- gravitational aging;
- dull and earthy complexion;
- acne and acne;
- post-acne scars and scars;
- uneven skin;
- profuse hyperpigmentation.
It must be remembered that Elos does not prevent the appearance of new age spots. It eliminates existing stains, but after the procedure it is necessary to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation with even more care.
Also, you shouldn't demand too much from this procedure. Elos - technique is not a panacea, because there is no panacea. In cosmetology, there are unshakable rules that will always be the same: our skin ages.
Even the most advanced methods and techniques cannot go back in time, but it is in our power to prevent the aging process and take it as far as possible. For this reason, this technique is not able to permanently get rid of wrinkles or gravitational ptosis. There are other more radical methods for this.
Another significant fact that is important to know is that the formation and maturation of collagen fibers takes 28 days. Therefore, the interval between sessions must be at least 21 days. Frequent linkage procedures do not contribute to facial rejuvenation and improvement of skin parameters. It's just money thrown to the wind.
№5 Laser nanoperforation: what is the essence of the method?
Laser-based cosmetic procedures have firmly entered our lives. They are efficient, fast and convenient. In addition, laser-based techniques do not stand still, they are constantly improved, replenished with innovative new nuances.
Laser nanoperforation is a unique hardware technique for skin rejuvenation, which today has no analogues. With its help, you can effectively eliminate age-related skin defects. The method is based on the principle of skin self-healing and repair.
The essence of the method is the use of a special device that directs a laser beam with a narrowly focused action on the skin. The laser apparatus used divides the light beam into a large number of microscopic beams. The laser beams create nano-cracks (microscopic holes) in the skin, invisible to the human eye, through which scattered light beams penetrate the skin. These nanocracks are microscopic skin lesions.
After a certain time, the skin's protective mechanisms are mobilized, healthy skin cells are activated and the skin begins to recover intensely. As a result, fibroblasts are activated, collagen and elastin synthesis is stimulated, the skin's water balance is restored, its hydration improves due to increased production of hyaluronic acid.
In addition, laser nanoperforation helps to thin the superior stratum corneum and eliminate dead and keratinized cells from the epidermis, thus erasing all skin defects, from bumps to wrinkles.
How is the procedure performed?
This procedure is in demand both among patients of aesthetic clinics and among cosmetologists.
The procedure is performed using a special nozzle, which contributes to the fragmentation of the laser beam into microscopic light options. Entering the skin, microscopic light radiation causes its trauma, which leads to better skin recovery and renewal.
Procedure steps:
- The procedure begins with cleaning the skin, which is carried out with a special lotion.
- A special nozzle is placed on the laser device, which splits the laser beam into many nanobeams.
- Direct processing of the skin includes several areas. The laser exposure procedure takes no more than 20 minutes, during which the entire perimeter of the skin is processed.
After the procedure, redness of the face occurs, as the effect of the laser on the skin heats and expands the capillaries, but this improves blood microcirculation, which favorably affects the processes that occur in the skin.
The number of sessions is determined by the cosmetologist. It depends on the skin condition and the issues that need to be addressed. On average, the course of procedures consists of 1, 2 or 3 sessions.
Laser nano-drilling has a gentle effect on the skin and does not require anesthesia. During the procedure, only a slight tingling and redness on the face is felt, which disappears the next day. Nano-drilling can be done at any time of year (but still avoid direct exposure to ultraviolet radiation), and laser resurfacing can only be done in cold seasons, when there is no active insolation.
Skin redness after a laser nanopiercing session is a natural phenomenon, so don't worry in case of intense skin redness. This process speaks of beneficial changes in the skin, as there was an expansion of the capillaries under the influence of the laser on the skin.
On the second day after the procedure, the reddened skin will begin to peel off, which leads to the renewal of the epidermis. The injured surface of the skin must be treated for some time with special products that soothe, moisturize and restore the epidermis.
For the first two weeks after the procedure, you must protect your skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. It is also not recommended to use decorative cosmetics for two weeks.
You should know that laser nanoperforation of the skin is performed at any time of the year, for any skin type, regardless of the patient's gender and age. The only contraindications are the above conditions and individual intolerance to skin laser exposure.