Every person after the age of 30 shows increasingly noticeable signs of aging.At first they don't cause many problems.To prevent the situation from worsening, experts recommend starting anti-aging procedures.
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 that is distinguished by its effectiveness, safety and short-term rehabilitation period.For this, a laser is used, which provides a targeted and short-term effect on the skin.
Thanks to this, it is possible to stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in skin tissues.As a result, the tissue structure changes.It becomes elastic, acquiring a homogeneous and uniform color.
The action of the laser beam involves the occurrence of high temperatures, which promotes the activation of metabolic processes in 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 rate of collagen and elastin release increases several times.
To carry out 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 fashion.The 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 directly depends 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 strengthened 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 in the deep layers.The rejuvenation process with 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 targeted effect of the laser beam causes minimal damage to the skin.Thanks to this, the marks after the procedure disappear within 4–5 days.
- During 1 procedure it is possible to clean large areas of the skin, preserving and activating the skin's regenerative function.This ensures a quick recovery period.
- There is no need to use anesthesia.
- 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 on the epithelium.Furthermore, the cost of this type of cleaning is quite high.
Indications and contraindications: you need to know so you don't get hurt
To perform fractional laser rejuvenation of facial skin, some indications must be present:
- wrinkles, stretch marks, crow's feet on the lips or eyelids;
- marks on the skin in the form of spider veins;
- scars after surgery or injury;
- a large amount of acne;
- visible pores;
- pigmentation;
- sagging skin.
There is no age limit for this procedure.It is not recommended if there are absolute contraindications:
- pregnancy or breastfeeding;
- the presence of an inflammatory process in the area where cleaning is planned;
- dermatosis;
- herpes;
- chemical peeling up to 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 area of the procedure.
If there are contraindications, it is recommended to eliminate the cause.Only then can the session be held.
How It's Done: It's All About Clarity
The procedure is carried out in several stages.The effectiveness of cleaning depends on following its sequence.
Preparation
Before starting the procedure, the patient must go through a preparatory stage.
The patient must stop using decorative cosmetics, visit the 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.
Internships
Laser facial rejuvenation is carried out in several stages:
- The skin is cleansed with the use of scrubs and scrubs.After that, a composition that has an analgesic effect is applied.This is necessary for patients with a low pain threshold (the possibility of slight tingling during the procedure cannot be excluded).
- The laser beam gradually affects problem areas.Experienced experts recommend carrying out fractional laser rejuvenation immediately on the face, neck and décolleté in one session.
- The areas undergoing laser treatment are treated with an emollient.
The duration of the procedure is no more than 60 minutes.
Skin care after
At the end of the session, the specialist explains to the patient in detail how to properly care for their skin.In this case, you must follow the following recommendations:
- For 14 days, it is necessary to apply creams and masks with a moisturizing effect, which include hyaluronate.
- Only after 1 day can you start using decorative cosmetics.
- Exfoliants cannot be used.
- Skin hyperpigmentation can be prevented 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: we will solve it without stress
Before carrying out fractional laser facial rejuvenation, the specialist must inform the patient about the possibility of minor complications.For example:
- Redness of the treatment area.
- Mild itchy skin.
- Peeling.
- Formation of crusts in the cleaning zone area.
If the patient has not informed the specialist about the presence of contraindications, the possibility of changes in pigmentation 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 carry it out.
Reviews
"At the age of 35, I had quite deep wrinkles in the nasolabial region. I was advised to take a course of fractional laser rejuvenation. I didn't even expect such excellent results. Already on the 4th 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 have a laser rejuvenation procedure. After a little preparation, I completed the course. I am completely satisfied with the results. I recommend it."
"All my life I have suffered from pigmentation spots on my neck. A friend advised me to take a laser rejuvenation course. I hesitated for a long time, but now I don't regret it. The results began to be noticed on the 4th day. The pigmentation was completely evened out and the skin acquired a uniform color."
"I'm 54 years old. Before rejuvenating 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."