Human skin certainly undergoes a natural aging process, which can withstand modern cosmetics and cosmetic procedures.
Laser facial rejuvenation is one of these procedures - thanks to the technique, cell renewal and restoration mechanisms are stimulated, human skin gets a young, fresh and well-groomed look.
In cosmetology, special lasers are used to get rid of various skin problems. Fractional laser skin rejuvenation is very popular - a cosmetic procedure, after which you can increase the elasticity of the skin, get rid of smooth and deep wrinkles, and tighten the oval of the face. After you complete a session course, you will look several years younger.
Origin and effect of the technique
Laser rejuvenation of facial skin is a technique in which laser radiation is applied to the skin. For this purpose, a laser source - laser installation - is a device that can adjust the depth of penetration of the laser beam into the skin, exposure time and radiation temperature.
The correct choice of procedural parameters is the most important condition for a successful resuscitation, because with the slightest mistake from the cosmetologist, burns may appear on the face.
Penetrating into the tissue, the laser beam causes little damage to the cells, in response to the irritation that has arisen, the cells begin to actively produce collagen and elastin, and the growth of new cells resumes.
Stimulating regenerative processes lead to a complete rejuvenation of the facial skin, rejuvenation. The second name of the procedure is laser peeling.
Indications and contraindications
The technique is used to get rid of such age-related changes in human skin:
- Wrinkles.
- Dark spots.
- Flabbiness and sagging.
Indications for the procedure are also:
- Scars, bumps on the face.
- Acne marks.
- Unwanted tattoos.
- Keratinization of the skin.
- Enlarged pores.
- Vascular mesh on the face.
- Stretch marks on the abdomen and legs after pregnancy.
Violations of laser peeling are:
- Keloid scales.
- Malignant neoplasms.
- Pregnancy, lactation.
- Herpetic infection during exacerbation.
- Wounds and abrasions on the face.
- Any skin diseases.
- Fresh tan.
- Moles.
- Taking medications to treat acne.
In most cases, laser resection is performed without complications, the first few days after the procedure, the patient notices slight swelling, redness and peeling of the epidermis. These phenomena are typical for laser peeling and disappear on their own after a few days.
Possible side effects
However, in some cases, the following side effects may develop:
- Persistent facial redness.
- Increased acne.
- Increased skin oiliness.
- Appearance of hyper- or hypopigmentation.
- Herpetic eruptions (if the patient was previously diagnosed with herpes).
- Burns.
- Maintain the boundary between treated and untreated skin areas.
- Subcutaneous hemorrhage.
The listed side effects go away for a long time and require additional treatment by a cosmetologist.
Advantages and disadvantages of peeling
Fractional peels are widely used because of the following advantages:
- High efficiency, the ability to eliminate significant aesthetic imperfections.
- The possibility of making skin of any kind.
- Minimal risk of side effects (burns and hypersensitivity).
- Without pain.
- Short terms for skin rejuvenation.
- Ability to treat large areas of skin in one go.
The disadvantage of fractional peeling is its high cost compared to other methods, but given the effectiveness of the procedure, this disadvantage can be considered insignificant.
Types of laser refreshes
There are different types of laser refreshments, depending on the depth of laser penetration:
- Laser resurfacing. . . The laser works in the surface layer of the epidermis, exfoliating dead cells. The result of the procedure is noticeable after a week: the skin becomes smooth to the touch, smooth wrinkles disappear. During the procedure, three types of laser beams are used: erbium, carbon or neodymium.
- Laser biorevitalization. . . The radiation enters the deep layers of the skin, and some cells are destroyed. The technique is more advanced than laser resurfacing, but gives a strong anti-aging effect. To enhance the effect of the laser, the beautician applies a combination of nutrients to the skin. After the procedure, deep wrinkles disappear and face contour improves. Recovery after bioremediation occurs within three months, severe edema and peeling of the epidermis may continue during this period.
- Fractional peeling. . . Fractional laser resurfacing is the most effective and simultaneous method. The specificity of the procedure is that the laser beam is broken down into many micro-beams, which results in a softer effect on the skin. Radiation strikes the skin in the form of a mesh, therefore, intact areas remain between the focus of cellular damage - this contributes to faster tissue regeneration and a more powerful rejuvenating effect. The strength of the beam during fractional peeling can be changed by using a carbon dioxide or erbium laser.
Steps of the procedure
Before you perform the procedure, you need to come to an appointment with a cosmetologist. The doctor recognizes the problems, asks the patient if there are any violations of the procedure, talks about how the laser resurfacing will be performed.
If the patient's skin is prone to more pigmentation, a whitening cream is prescribed a few days before the refresher session. The patient should be aware that, prior to the procedure, they should not go in for sports, hard physical labor, or the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Sequence peeling sequence:
- The face is cleansed using traditional cosmetics.
- An anesthetic cream is applied to the skin.
- After a few minutes, the anesthetic is washed, gel is applied to facilitate nozzle slip of the fractional apparatus. Glasses are placed on the patient's eyes.
- The doctor moves the nozzle over the face, applying a laser sequentially on each area.
- The treatment lasts 15-60 minutes, after which a moisturizing cream is applied to the skin.
In total, you have to go through 3 - 4 procedures, the break between them is 1 - 2 months.
Home skin care
After laser treatment, swelling, redness, peeling and itching appear on the skin, and claws later form. Patients should follow these recommendations:
- Apply cold compress to the face to relieve puffiness.
- Apply anti-inflammatory and soothing creams on the skin (prescribed by the beautician).
- Use sunscreen before going outside.
- Do not go to the bathroom, sauna, or take hot baths for two weeks after the procedure.
- Do not use scrubs; apply cosmetics only after obtaining the permission of the cosmetologist.
- Do not remove the formed claws to prevent the appearance of scars on the face.
If a laser rejuvenation is performed by a highly qualified specialist, and the patient follows all the doctor's recommendations, the result of the procedure has an excellent cosmetic effect.