Laser therapy has long been successfully used in modern cosmetology. Laser-based devices are constantly being developed, which explains the huge popularity of procedures based on them. We present to your attention 5 methods of laser facial rejuvenation.
№1 Laser fractional facial rejuvenation
Facial rejuvenation with laser hardware is a non-surgical hardware cosmetology method. The essence of the procedure is the resurfacing of facial tissues using high temperatures created by laser energy. The result is skin rejuvenation and renewal.
During the procedure, partial treatment of problem areas occurs with intense exposure to light waves converted into thermal energy.
Laser facial rejuvenation is by far the most effective method aimed at the complete elimination of wrinkles, wrinkles and folds, active pigmentation and loose areas of the epidermis. The pulse is carried out using a special apparatus that generates laser energy.
The device is equipped with special options that regulate the penetration depth and temperature of the laser beam. The right choice of options is an important factor, because if you make a mistake, you can cause burns or irreversible changes in the skin. When choosing the right options, the beautician focuses on the age, structure, thickness and type of the patient's skin.
Fractional laser skin rejuvenation is particularly effective. During the procedure, there is a gradual processing of problem and defective areas. High temperature contributes to the destruction of tissues, or rather, their exhaustion, which further provokes the regeneration and regeneration of these areas.
Laser fractional facial rejuvenation can eliminate:
- dark spots;
- deep nasolabial folds;
- acne, acne and acne;
- spider veins;
- demodicosis
Fractional ablative method is used for the spot removal of skin defects. It is known that uneven cell growth can be seen in different parts of the face. Therefore, in one area the epidermis is dry and irritated, while in the near it is clean and smooth. For such defective areas, the point method of laser therapy is used.
This method is the most effective because it moves pointwise. Therefore, minimal skin damage occurs and all side effects disappear within 3 days. The method allows you to gently affect the epidermis and process its large areas in one session. At the same time, regenerative abilities and rapid healing of the epidermis are improved.
Such a procedure has practically no side effects, and complications are extremely rare. There is no hyperpigmentation and scarring of the skin in the treated area. The method can be applied to sensitive areas (around the eyes, décolleté and neck area) and does not require anesthesia.
how to process
First of all, you should clean the skin from decorative cosmetics, dirt and dust. It is recommended not to apply make-up two days before the treatment. Laser manipulations are recommended to be carried out in the cold and cloudy season, so that active sunbathing does not harm the already sensitive skin.
Algorithm for laser rejuvenation:
- A beautician performs exfoliation of the skin for complete cleansing.
- Local anesthesia is applied.
- Then the doctor proceeds to laser treatment of problem areas or the entire face. It is most appropriate to perform the treatment only on the face, neck and décolleté in one session.
- After the treatment, special emollients are applied to the skin, which will soothe the skin and relieve discomfort.
The session takes approximately 1 hour. However, the manipulation time depends on the size of the treated areas.
rehabilitation period
If it is necessary to undergo a course of laser therapy consisting of several sessions, after each procedure a certain care is needed that will ensure rapid rehabilitation of the skin. After all, laser therapy stimulates cellular processes, and in order for them to pass in moderation, you need to follow simple rules:
- during this period intensively moisturize the epidermis using creams and masks;
- do not exfoliate and scrub;
- do not take hot showers and baths;
- 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 all weather conditions;
- try not to use decorative cosmetics (or use delicate textures);
- take vitamin and mineral complexes;
- walking outside.
Preparations containing the regenerating agent dexpanthenol and natural thermal water will help accelerate the restoration of the skin.
The apparatus of the American company Palomar Medical Technologies is used for fractional rejuvenation. Fraxel and Affirm devices are also quite popular. All devices for laser skin rejuvenation have the same working principle, which facilitates their use by specialists.
no. 2 Working principle of neodymium laser
Particularly in demand is the solid-state laser emitter, whose design is based on the yttrium aluminum garnet crystal. The yttrium aluminum garnet crystal is activated by neodymium ions. Neodymium is a rare chemical element that is a silvery-white metal with a golden color.
A distinctive feature of this type of laser is its intensity, power and length of light, capable of penetrating 6-8 mm in tissue. Neodymium laser is successfully used in the treatment of surgery, urology, gynecology and malignant diseases because it can coagulate blood vessels and reduce bleeding during surgery.
Neodymium laser is a hardware device that can produce laser beams of different wavelengths, both a minimum of 532 nm, 585 nm, 650 and a maximum of 1064 nm. This type of radiation contributes to various facial skin rejuvenation methods and increases the effectiveness of the laser hardware technique. What are the capabilities of the neodymium laser?
With this you can:
- rejuvenates the skin;
- acne treatment;
- do epilation;
- remove spider veins;
- eliminate post-acne scars;
- eliminate age spots;
- remove tattoos;
- makes less noticeable scars, scars and stretch marks on the body.
Neodymium laser rejuvenation procedure
Neodymium laser can rejuvenate facial skin. Improving 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, regular fiber structure, which allows you to create a new framework 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 become completely flat, while the latter become less noticeable. As a result, the face looks fresh, youthful and healthy without wrinkles, puffiness and stagnant spots.
When working with a device based on a neodymium laser, photomodification of scar tissue occurs, which makes it possible to make the skin smooth and even. The normalization of blood circulation in the capillaries ensures the disappearance of the pigmented and stagnant spots that remain after the acne breakout for a long time.
The advantages of this type of laser are:
- Various light pulse lengths allow you to develop an individual approach depending on the characteristics of each patient's skin.
- The neodymium laser carefully processes the desired areas by moving pointwise.
- This type of laser is equipped with a cooling system, which has several levels and allows you to make any procedure comfortable and safe.
- The cooling system of the laser prevents the surface layers of the skin from heating up and prevents thermal burns.
- The dual system of changing the device from one type of activity to another allows you to perform procedures in different directions during a session without changing the nozzle.
- Control over the physical properties of the emitted light (pulse number, energy density, wavelength) allows you to precisely match the characteristics of the patient's phototype. In addition, the physical characteristics remain unchanged throughout the session.
- Neodymium laser-based devices completely eliminate the risk of side effects and complications.
He developed methods of using neodymium laser in cosmetology, skin rejuvenation and getting rid of many cosmetic defects.
№3 Laser biorevitalization for skin resurfacing
Modern cosmetology uses many minimally invasive and non-surgical technologies for facial rejuvenation and body contouring. One of these innovative methods is laser biorevitalization. This method is very effective in eliminating age-related skin problems and supports its rejuvenation.
The word "biorevitalization" literally means "return to life. "Over the years, revolutionary aging processes occur in the human body. Unfortunately, these processes extend to the skin as well. It loses turgor, sags, the amount of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid produced in the skin decreases.
Laser biorevitalization is the delivery of hyaluronic acid to the skin using laser radiation.
The biorevitalization process helps the skin to naturally return to its former elasticity, firmness and color. What is this method? The skin is affected, causing the cell's own resources to activate and heal quickly. This role is played by fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are connective tissue cells responsible for the production of collagen, elastic fibers and hyaluronic acid that retain water in the cell.
In turn, collagen and elastin are the framework of the skin, which allows you to keep the skin in good condition 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 quantities. As a result, the skin ages: it becomes less elastic, less elastic, and wrinkles appear.
Laser biorevitalization allows hyaluronic acid to penetrate deep into the skin.
For this procedure, a low-intensity "cold" infrared laser is used. It was originally developed and implemented in Germany.
Biorevitalization procedure
What happens during the laser biorevitalization process? A small amount of hyaluronic acid is applied to a specific area of the skin and penetrates the skin tissues using a laser. Under the action of the laser, the typical hyaluronic acid composition is evenly distributed between the skin layers through the opened transport channels. During the procedure, the skin does not heat up, does not peel off and is not afraid of ultraviolet rays.
Therefore, 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 process. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid cannot cross skin barriers and remains on the skin surface. Natural hyaluronic acid is a polymer (a chain of links) and has several thousand links in its structure.
However, when applied externally, long ring chains cannot cross the skin barrier. Therefore, they resort to injection and hardware exposure methods. The high molecular hyaluronic acid in the cream only moisturizes the surface of the skin without penetrating deep.
Adding hyaluronic acid to the epidermis is a rather complicated procedure. It's all about its molecular weight, which is 5-20 million daltons. This is hundreds of times more than the spaces between cells in the epidermis.
After a certain chemical reaction, high molecular weight hyaluronic acid becomes low molecular weight. Such an acid composition of 5-10 units easily penetrates the skin, and under the influence of a laser, short units combine in polymer chains and help fibroblasts retain moisture in cells. In this way, a lifting effect is achieved. The skin becomes elastic and toned, as at a young age.
In some cases, before the procedure, it is recommended to peel the face and make a warm compress for better penetration of the drug into the skin. Laser-irradiated tissues are rapidly regenerated, and the biorevitalization procedure gives an immediate positive result.
It is recommended to use biorevitalization in areas of the body where there are the following signs of aging:
- wrinkles
- skin laxity
- dry skin
- presence of post-acne scars
The number of biorevitalization sessions is determined by the beautician. It depends on the condition of the skin and the goals pursued. To eliminate laxity of the 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. It is recommended to drink plenty of water and use moisturizing creams after the procedure.
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 appears fresh, moist and with clear relief. Small wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin is healed. Saturation of the skin with hyaluronic acid stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.
In general, this method of laser facial rejuvenation 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 several offers in detail before tipping the scales in anyone's favor.
№4 What is Elos (elos)-rejuvenation?
Elos (elos) - rejuvenation - is a hardware method based on the simultaneous use of laser, radio frequency and light radiation. The positive effect of the procedure is due to the effect of the device not only on the surface of the epidermis, but also in 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 converted into thermal energy in the deep layers of the skin.
The essence of the method is the absorption of light and electric current by skin cells, where light radiation is converted into thermal energy deep in the skin. The effect of the electric current will be more intense on areas of the skin that are already warmed by the light.
Thus, the electric current has a selective effect on the tissues and more intensely affects the already heated dermis. This type of stroke is successfully used in the treatment of age-related skin defects and various cosmetic defects.
The following processes are enabled during the process:
- Intensive heating of tissues activates the work of fibroblasts. Therefore, the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid is stimulated, which contributes to the lifting of soft tissues.
- Some warming of the blood in the capillaries contributes to the rapid disappearance of facial rosacea (vascular network), as the blood and protein coagulate.
- Heating tissues also contributes to the destruction of melanin. Melanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes. As a result, a clear, clear skin always looks younger than a pigmented one.
Special nozzles of the Elos device perform targeted, targeted and selective actions that affect only problem areas of the skin without injury, but only eliminate existing skin defects.
Stages of the procedure
- The process begins with the removal of skin make-up.
- To protect the eyes from bright flashes of light (for example, in a solarium), special glasses are put on the eyes.
- In most cases, the procedure does not require anesthesia, but this depends on each patient's individual tolerance threshold. For this reason, the doctor decides whether to perform anesthesia or not after consulting with the patient. It feels like Elos - the procedure is more like mild injections that 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. If we are talking only about the face, the procedure itself takes no more than an hour, 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 at which the light energy penetrates is 5 mm. The strength and intensity of the current is selected individually for each patient so that it does not cause severe burns, pain and discomfort.
- After the procedure, a cooling and soothing cream is applied to the skin. This should be done to avoid burns.
After the procedure, the skin becomes red and swollen, there are point burns on it. Edema, skin hyperemia and burns persist for the next few days. After about 3 or 5 days, swelling and redness completely disappear and age spots become more noticeable. Do not be afraid of this, because the age spots will disappear along with the damaged skin and will be replaced by smooth and white skin. After 7 days, the peeling process begins.
Session duration is 45-60 minutes. For a complete rejuvenation process, at least 5-7 sessions should be performed once a month.
The Elos procedure is recommended in the following situations:
- the presence of mimic wrinkles;
- the presence of rosacea (spider veins);
- gravity aging;
- dull, earthy complexion;
- acne and acne;
- scars and post-acne scars;
- uneven skin;
- intense hyperpigmentation.
It should be noted that Elos does not prevent the emergence of new age spots. It eliminates already existing spots, but after the procedure you need to more carefully protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation.
Also, you should not make too high demands for this procedure. Elos - technique is not a panacea, because there is no panacea. There are unshakable rules in cosmetology that will always remain the same: Our skin ages.
Even the most advanced methods and techniques cannot turn back time, but it is in our power to prevent the aging process and push it forward as much as possible. Therefore, this technique cannot permanently get rid of wrinkles or gravitational ptosis. There are more radical methods for this.
Another important fact to know is that the formation and maturation of collagen fibers takes 28 days. Therefore, the interval between sessions should be at least 21 days. Frequent elos procedures do not contribute to the rejuvenation of the face and improvement of skin parameters. Just money blown 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. Also, laser-based techniques do not stand still, they are constantly improved, filled with new innovative nuances.
Laser nanoperforation is a unique hardware technique for skin rejuvenation like no other today. With its help, you can effectively eliminate age-related skin defects. The method is based on the principle of self-healing and skin repair.
The essence of the method is the use of a special device that directs the laser beam to the skin with a narrowly focused movement. The laser apparatus used splits the light beam into multiple microscopic beams. Laser beams create nanocracks (microscopic holes) on the skin that the human eye cannot see, through which the scattered light rays penetrate the skin. These nanocracks are microscopic skin lesions.
After a certain period of time, the protective mechanisms of the skin are activated, healthy skin cells are activated and begin to recover intensively. As a result, fibroblasts are activated, the synthesis of collagen and elastin is stimulated, the water balance of the skin is restored, its hydration improves due to increased production of hyaluronic acid.
In addition, laser nanoperforation helps to thin the upper stratum corneum and remove the keratinized, dead cells of the epidermis, thereby removing all skin imperfections from bumps to wrinkles.
How is the procedure performed?
This procedure is in demand both among patients of aesthetic clinics and cosmetologists.
The procedure is carried out using a special nozzle, which contributes to the division of the laser beam into microscopic light options. Microscopic light radiation on the skin provokes its trauma, which leads to better healing and regeneration of the skin.
Stages of the procedure:
- The procedure begins with skin cleansing, which is carried out with a special lotion.
- A special nozzle is built into the laser device, which splits the laser beam into many nano beams.
- The direct processing of leather includes several areas. The procedure for laser exposure lasts no more than 20 minutes, during this time the entire perimeter of the skin is processed.
After the procedure, facial redness occurs, as the effect of the laser on the skin warms and expands the capillaries, but this improves blood microcirculation, which positively affects the processes occurring in the skin.
The number of sessions is determined by the beautician. It depends on the condition of the skin and the issues that need to be addressed. The course of the procedures consists of 1, 2 or 3 sessions on average.
Laser nanoperforation has a gentle effect on the skin and does not require anesthesia. During the procedure, only a slight tingling and redness is felt on the face, which disappears the next day. Nanoperforation can be done any time of the year (but still avoid direct exposure to ultraviolet radiation), and laser resurfacing can only be done during the cold seasons when there is no active sunlight.
Reddening of the skin after a laser nanoperforation session is a natural phenomenon, so do not worry if the skin becomes intensely red. This process speaks of beneficial changes in the skin, as under the influence of the laser on the skin there is an expansion of the capillaries.
On the second day after the procedure, the reddened skin will begin to peel off, which will lead to the regeneration of the epidermis. The injured surface of the skin should be treated for a while with special products that soothe, moisturize and restore the epidermis.
For the first two weeks after the procedure, you should protect the 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 gender and age of the patient. The only contraindication is the above conditions and individual intolerance to laser exposure to the skin.