In youth, the skin of the face is soft, fresh and toned, despite the state of health and lack of cosmetic care. Over the years, its appearance gradually changes: first, a pleasant color disappears and the first wrinkles appear, then the spider veins, age spots and deep folds. Each change suggests that the skin is aging. When conventional masks stop working, more powerful treatments come to the rescue, one of which is laser facial rejuvenation.
The advantage of fractional photothermolysis (this is its second name) is total safety and high efficiency in the elimination of wrinkles and other defects. This procedure is a milder alternative to surgery or injection.
Laser skin rejuvenation technology
What causes skin aging? There are several main reasons:
- weakening of metabolic processes;
- delayed or incomplete waste disposal;
- deficiency of cell growth function;
- reduced nutrient transfer to cells.
Of course, it is impossible to start the reverse process of cell regeneration, but there is a chance to activate the activity of the "sleeping" cells. For this, laser facial rejuvenation is used. After heat treatment, viable cells are activated and weak cells die completely, giving rise to stronger specimens. In short, the cellular composition of the skin is renewed.
The quality and speed of the restoration process depends on the diameter of the laser beam. Its thickness must be less than 200 microns. Fractional thermolysis improved the effect of laser treatment: instead of a single beam, many microscopic beams act on the surface of the skin, as if forming a mesh. Local areas are innovations in the application of laser technology. They help not to touch healthy areas of the skin, thus contributing to an early recovery.
Types of fractional laser rejuvenation
Rejuvenation and lifting occur through the use of two effective methods of exposure, which differ in some characteristics of the use of the laser.
- Treatment of the entire skin surface
Its main function is to evaporate the upper cells of the epidermis. The visible and superficial microscopic areas are removed, causing a lifting effect - the skin appears to tighten. As a result, the first sign of aging disappears - a mesh of fine wrinkles.
- Exposure method without injury to the skin surface
Acts in the deepest and lowest layers of the dermis and epidermis without affecting the upper area. Thus, it is recommended to solve deep problems related to the irreversible process of skin aging. With the help of a laser beam, a new cell membrane skeleton is built, the metabolic process is activated, collagen production is improved, as a result, the skin looks younger on the inside.
Both methods are aimed at local treatment, that is, the surrounding skin areas are not affected - this is necessary for a quick and complete restoration of the skin. In fact, fractional laser facial rejuvenation can be called heat shock, which renews the growth of healthy cells.
The combination of both methods allows maximum results to be obtained due to the double healing impulse from outside and inside. This technique is practiced in many modern clinics with laser equipment.
Progress and results of the procedure
The advantage of laser skin treatment is the absence of pain, which is an attractive factor for people with a high fear of pain. The procedure itself is divided into several steps.
- Surface anesthesia, after which the patient does not feel pain, but only a slight tingling sensation in the treated area. The anesthetic composition is applied immediately before the session.
- Holding a session using a special apparatus, whose action is based on the use of a fractional laser. The duration of the session is one hour, although the exact time depends on the number of treated zones.
- Apply a revitalizing cream to the skin.
- Consultation with skin care specialist
It will take about a week for the skin to look updated. This is a rather short period compared to, for example, surgery.
In the first two days, the swelling will remain on the face, then change to redness, after which the skin will begin to peel - the process of releasing dead cells begins. They will be replaced by young, healthy cells that will give the face a new, youthful appearance.
Indications for fractional photothermolysis
Most women, and some men are also no exception, take good care of themselves, so not only has fractional facial rejuvenation, but laser photothermolysis from other parts of the body has also become popular.
Most of the time, patients recur if they need:
- restoration of the skin of the entire body or of some areas, especially visible;
- removal of capillary networks and pigmentation;
- pore reduction;
- removal of scars, stretch marks, scars;
- skin lightening;
- smoothing or eliminating facial wrinkles;
- skin rejuvenation on the hands, chest, neck;
- skin texture update, lifting.
Contraindications for the procedure
Each salon procedure has general and specific contraindications, laser treatment of facial skin is no exception.
Therefore, fractional laser procedures are prohibited for patients with any of the following diagnoses:
- immunity deficiency as a result - frequent infectious diseases;
- period of pregnancy, lactation;
- acne in the treatment area;
- scars;
- cancer;
- chronic blood diseases, diabetes mellitus;
- herpes
In addition, laser rejuvenation should be delayed if you have been taking retinoids for six months before the session and if you have a fresh tan on your body.
All women, regardless of age, want attractive, healthy skin
There are several diseases for which the procedure is possible, but only after consulting a specialist, therefore, before the session, it is necessary to consult your doctor. If, however, one or more contraindications are identified, it is recommended to resist a certain period until complete recovery or the beginning of a state in which the body is ready for the laser. The procedure itself is safe, but if there is disease, it can cause its further development.
If you can't use a laser, you should choose other methods to get rid of the signs of aging skin, for example, injections of Botox or hyaluronic acid.