More and more new services and options are emerging on the hardware cosmetics market, such as fractional facial rejuvenation.What is it, what is the peculiarity of the procedure and what are its results?We will talk about the peculiarities of the method, its consequences and features of rehabilitation after the procedure.
Features of fractional facial rejuvenation
A method of hardware treatment of facial skin - fractional photothermolysis - is aimed at removing the upper layer of skin that has traces of exposure to time and external environment.This cleansing results in skin rejuvenation.Thermolysis is the destruction of tissue at high temperatures.Fractional thermolysis is not carried out completely on the entire surface, but only on tiny problem areas of the face.The face is divided into segments that are treated.
The essence of the procedure is that the device acts on small areas of the skin with a laser beam, this leads to the destruction of the top layer of the skin, the beam acts on the deeper layers of the skin and activates the production of natural collagen and elastin.The thermal effect of the laser activates cellular processes in the skin, resulting in rapid regeneration and rejuvenation of the skin.
The procedure can cause pain, which the doctor can prevent with topical anesthesia.The procedure takes about an hour;To consolidate the result, the beautician may prescribe several procedures.The length of time it takes to maintain results can vary from one to several years depending on the lifting skin care regimen.
Result
The main result of fractional facial rejuvenation is skin renewal, in which the face is freed from the upper, keratinized layer of skin, giving the face a tired look.
Along with dead skin, dark spots, age spots, fine wrinkles and acne marks also disappear.The new skin looks fresher and younger, it is regenerated more actively, so the rejuvenating effect increases within a few months after the procedure.
Dot and Fraxel
There are two different devices for fractional facial rejuvenation: Dot and Fraxel, their differences are based on different approaches to the procedure.Dot is a more advanced approach, so performing surgery with this device is less painful, more effective in solving common problems with aging skin, but also significantly more expensive.
The difference between the devices is the degree of penetration into the deep layers of the skin;Dot has a broader spectrum of effects and can help, for example, in the treatment of ingrown toenails or ENT diseases.An experienced beautician can achieve the same results using both devices.
Indications and contraindications
The procedure for fractional facial rejuvenation is indicated for the appearance of facial wrinkles, “crow's feet” around the eyes, for sagging and loose skin, for the removal of scars and age spots.Typically, the procedure is prescribed to patients over 30 years old.
The procedure is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, people with cancer, infectious and chronic diseases, and people with acne.
rehabilitation
Immediately after the procedure, the face is covered with a healing ointment and a bandage is applied;After a few hours, the face begins to redden and swell and painful sensations appear.In the first few days after the procedure you should not be in the direct sun;You must use the ointments prescribed by your doctor.On the second day, the face will be covered with a crust that cannot be removed as this can lead to infection and the formation of scars that can no longer be healed.
Skin recovery begins only in a week;During this period it is better not to go outside, especially since your face does not look very presentable.The face remains bright pink for about a month and is very susceptible to injury;You need to carefully care for the skin and lubricate it with special ointments and creams.