Every person after the age of 30 has increasingly noticeable signs of aging.At first they don't cause much trouble.To prevent the situation from worsening, experts recommend starting anti-aging procedures.
The most popular is facial skin rejuvenation with a fractional laser.
What is this procedure that has an increasing clientele?
Fractional laser facial rejuvenation is an innovative hardware method that is distinguished by its effectiveness, safety and short-term rehabilitation period.For this, a laser is used, which provides a specific, short-term effect on the skin.
Thanks to this, it is possible to stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in the skin tissues.As a result, the structure of the tissue changes.It becomes elastic, acquiring a homogeneous and uniform color.
The action of the laser beam involves the appearance of high temperatures, which favors the activation of metabolic processes in the tissues.Cells that cannot function normally die.
Under the influence of a laser, the process of cell division in epithelial tissues is accelerated.At the same time, the release rate of collagen and elastin increases several times.
To perform the procedure, a laser installation is used, where the laser beam is divided into a large number of small beams, forming a volumetric laser grid.The effect of the laser on the skin occurs in a checkerboard pattern.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 exposure to the laser beam.
Types of fractional rejuvenation.
Several types of this procedure are known.The classification is based on the depth at which the laser beam acts on the epithelial tissue:
- Ablative rejuvenation.The laser destroys microscopic areas of the epithelium.Damaged areas are tightened and healed.
- Non-ablative rejuvenation.As a result of deep penetration of laser rays, damage to the upper layers of the epidermis is completely eliminated.Collagen and elastin begin to renew themselves, starting with the deep layers.The rejuvenation process when using this method is much slower than in the previous case.
You can achieve positive results by combining several laser cleaning methods.In this case, tissue renewal will occur both deep in the epithelium and on its surface.
The advantages are powerful and the disadvantages are brief.
The popularity of this method among patients of different ages is due to the presence of a number of advantages inherent in it:
- The specific effect of the laser beam produces minimal damage to the skin.Thanks to this, post-procedure marks disappear in 4 to 5 days.
- During 1 procedure, it is possible to cleanse large areas of the skin, preserving and activating the skin's regenerative resource.This ensures a quick recovery period.
- It is not necessary to use anesthesia.
- This method can be used to cleanse 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 it exerts on the epithelium.Furthermore, the cost of this type of cleaning is quite high.
Indications and contraindications: you have to know so as not to hurt yourself.
To perform fractional laser rejuvenation of the facial skin, certain indications must be present:
- wrinkles, stretch marks, crow's feet on lips or eyelids;
- marks on the skin in the form of spider veins;
- scars after surgery or injury;
- a large amount of acne;
- noticeable pores;
- pigmentation;
- sagging skin.
There is no age limit for this procedure.It is not recommended if there are absolute contraindications:
- pregnancy or lactation;
- the presence of an inflammatory process in the area where cleaning is planned;
- skin disease;
- herpes;
- chemical peel within 14 days before the session;
- oncology;
- diseases of the blood, connective tissue or immune system;
- decompensated diabetes mellitus;
- hypertension or coronary artery disease;
- varicose veins in the procedure area.
If there are contraindications, it is recommended to eliminate the cause.Only then can the session be held.
How to do it: It all comes down to clarity
The procedure is carried out in several stages.The effectiveness of cleaning depends on compliance with its sequence.
Preparation
Before starting the procedure, the patient must go through a preparatory stage.
The patient should stop using decorative cosmetics and visit a solarium, bathhouse or sauna 2 weeks before cleansing.
It is not recommended to resort to chemical cleaning of leather.In summer, use sunscreen to protect your skin from the negative effects of sunlight.
Stages
Laser facial rejuvenation is performed in several stages:
- The skin is cleansed by using scrubs and scrubs.After this, a composition that has an analgesic effect is applied.This is necessary for patients who have a low pain threshold (the possibility of slight tingling during the procedure cannot be excluded).
- The laser beam gradually affects problem areas.Experienced specialists recommend performing fractional laser rejuvenation immediately on the face, neck and décolleté in a single session.
- Areas that have undergone laser treatment are treated with an emollient.
The duration of the procedure does not exceed 60 minutes.
Skin care after
At the end of the session, the specialist explains in detail to the patient how to properly care for the skin.In this case, the following recommendations should be followed:
- For 14 days it is necessary to apply creams and masks with a moisturizing effect, which include hyaluronate.
- Only after 1 day you can start using decorative cosmetics.
- Scrubs cannot be used.
- Skin hyperpigmentation can be avoided by using sunscreen.
- Washing with boiled water and taking vitamin complexes will help speed up the rehabilitation period.
- It is recommended to spend more time outdoors.
Possible side effects, complications - let's solve it without stress
Before performing fractional laser facial rejuvenation, the specialist must inform the patient about the possibility of minor complications.For example:
- Redness of the treatment area.
- Slight itching of the skin.
- Peeling.
- Scab formation in the area of the cleaning zone.
If the patient has not informed the specialist about the presence of contraindications, the possibility of pigmentation changes or scars cannot be excluded.
Results, before and after photos.
The photo shows the results of fractional laser rejuvenation of the skin of the face, eyelids and around the eyes:
Price
The price depends on the size of the problem area and the method used to do it.
Reviews
"At the age of 35, I had quite deep wrinkles in the nasolabial area. I was recommended to undergo fractional laser rejuvenation treatment. I did not even expect such excellent results. Already on the fourth day, the wrinkles completely disappeared and the skin became smooth and elastic."
"If it weren't for my friend, I would never have decided to undergo a laser resurfacing procedure. After a little preparation, I completed the course. I am completely satisfied with the results. I recommend it."
"Throughout my life I suffered from age spots on my neck. A friend advised me to undergo laser rejuvenation treatment. I hesitated for a long time, but now I have no regrets. The results were noticeable already on the fourth day. The pigmentation was completely evened out and the skin acquired a uniform color."
"I am 54 years old. Before laser rejuvenation of my face using the fractional method, I read everything I could find in this direction. After the session I was completely satisfied with the results. There were no consequences."