For everyone over the age of 30, the signs of aging become more and more noticeable.At first they don't cause any major problems.To prevent the situation from worsening, experts recommend starting anti-aging treatments.
The most popular is fractional laser facial skin rejuvenation.
What is this procedure that has a growing clientele?
Fractional laser facial rejuvenation is an innovative hardware method characterized by effectiveness, safety and short rehabilitation time.For this purpose, a laser is used, which has a short-term and targeted effect on the skin.
This makes it possible to stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in skin tissue.This changes the tissue structure.It becomes elastic and acquires a homogeneous and uniform color.
The action of the laser beam creates a high temperature, which promotes the activation of metabolic processes in the tissue.Cells that cannot function normally die.
Under the influence of a laser, the process of cell division in epithelial tissue is accelerated.At the same time, the rate of collagen and elastin release increases many times over.
To carry out the procedure, a laser system is used, in which the laser beam is divided into a large number of small beams, which form a volumetric laser grid.The laser's effect on the skin is like a checkerboard.Healthy cells surrounding the microzone divide rapidly.As a result, the skin rejuvenates in a short time, becomes firm and elastic.The mechanism of action depends directly on the depth of impact of the laser beam.
Types of fractional rejuvenation
Several types of this procedure are known.The classification is based on the depth of impact of the laser beam on the epithelial tissue:
- Ablative rejuvenation.The laser destroys microscopic areas of the epithelium.Damaged areas are tightened and healed.
- Non-ablative rejuvenation.Due to the deep penetration of laser beams, damage to the upper layers of the epidermis is completely eliminated.Collagen and elastin begin to renew themselves starting from the deeper layers.The rejuvenation process with this method is much slower than in the previous case.
By combining several laser cleaning methods, you can achieve positive results.In this case, tissue renewal occurs both deep in the epithelium and on its surface.
The advantages are big and the disadvantages are short.
The popularity of this method among patients of different ages is due to a number of advantages:
- The targeted effect of the laser beam results in minimal damage to the skin.As a result, the spots disappear within 4-5 days after the procedure.
- During a treatment, it is possible to cleanse large areas of skin and thus preserve and activate the skin's regenerative resources.This ensures a quick recovery period.
- No anesthesia is required.
- This method can be used to clean the décolleté and neck area.
- Side effects are rare.
If we talk about the disadvantages, we can highlight the presence of individual intolerance to the procedure.This is due to the great force acting on the epithelium.In addition, the cost of this type of cleaning is quite high.
Indications and contraindications: You need to know it so as not to hurt yourself
In order to carry out fractional laser rejuvenation of the facial skin, certain indications must be present:
- Wrinkles, stretch marks, crow's feet on the lips or eyelids;
- Spots on the skin in the form of spider veins;
- scars after surgery or injuries;
- a large amount of acne;
- noticeable pores;
- Pigmentation;
- sagging skin.
There is no age restriction for this procedure.It is not recommended if there are such absolute contraindications:
- pregnancy or breastfeeding;
- the presence of an inflammatory process in the area where cleaning is planned;
- dermatosis;
- herpes;
- chemical peeling within 14 days before the session;
- Oncology;
- Diseases of the blood, connective tissue or immune system;
- decompensated diabetes mellitus;
- high blood pressure or coronary heart disease;
- Varicose veins in the area of the procedure.
If there are contraindications, it is recommended to eliminate the cause.Only then can the meeting be held.
Here's how: It all comes down to clarity
The procedure takes place in several steps.The effectiveness of cleaning depends on compliance with their sequence.
Preparation
Before the procedure begins, the patient must go through a preparation phase.
The patient should refrain from using decorative cosmetics and visiting a solarium, bathhouse or sauna for 2 weeks before cleansing.
It is not recommended to dry clean leather.Use sunscreen in summer to protect your skin from the negative effects of sunlight.
Steps
Laser facial rejuvenation is performed in several steps:
- The use of scrubs and scrubs cleanses the skin.A pain-relieving composition is then applied.This is necessary for patients who have a low pain threshold (the possibility of a slight tingling sensation during the procedure cannot be excluded).
- The laser beam gradually affects problem areas.Experienced specialists recommend carrying out fractional laser rejuvenation on the face, neck and décolleté immediately in one session.
- The laser-treated areas are treated with a plasticizer.
The duration of the procedure is a maximum of 60 minutes.
Skin care afterwards
At the end of the session, the specialist will explain to the patient in detail how to properly care for the skin.In this case, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- For 14 days you need to apply creams and masks with a moisturizing effect, which include hyaluronic acid.
- Only after a day can you start using decorative cosmetics.
- Peels cannot be used.
- Skin hyperpigmentation can be avoided by using sunscreen.
- Washing with boiled water and taking vitamin complexes accelerate the rehabilitation period.
- It is recommended to spend more time outdoors.
Possible side effects, complications: Let's sort this out without stress
Before performing fractional laser facial rejuvenation, the specialist should inform the patient about the possibility of minor complications.For example:
- Redness of the treatment area.
- Mild itching of the skin.
- Peeling.
- Crust formation in the cleaning zone.
If the patient has not informed the specialist about the presence of contraindications, the possibility of pigmentary changes or scarring cannot be ruled out.
Results, before and after photos
The photo shows the results of fractional laser rejuvenation of the skin on the face, eyelids and around the eyes:
Price
The price depends on the size of the problem area and the method used.
Reviews
"At the age of 35, I had fairly deep wrinkles in the nasolabial area. I was recommended to undergo fractional laser rejuvenation. I didn't even hope for such excellent results. Already on the 4th day, the wrinkles completely disappeared and the skin became smooth and elastic."
"Without my friend, I would never have decided on laser rejuvenation. After a little preparation, I completed the course. I am completely satisfied with the results. I can only recommend it."
"All my life I suffered from pigment spots on my neck. A friend advised me to undergo a laser rejuvenation treatment. I hesitated for a long time, but now I don't regret it. The results were noticeable on the 4th day. The pigmentation was completely balanced and the skin acquired an even color."
"I am 54 years old. Before I rejuvenated my face with a laser using the fractional method, I read everything I found about this direction. After the session, I was completely satisfied with the results. There were no consequences."