After the age of 30, everyone shows increasingly visible signs of aging.At first, they don't pose many problems.In order to prevent the situation from getting worse, 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 purpose, a laser is used, which provides a short-term targeted 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 structure of the tissues changes.It becomes elastic and acquires a homogeneous and uniform color.
The action of the laser beam involves the appearance of high temperature, which promotes the activation of metabolic processes in tissues.Cells that are unable to 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 release 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 array.The effect of the laser on the skin is in the form of a chessboard.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 tightened and healed.
- Non-ablative rejuvenation.Thanks 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 with the deeper 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 pros are powerful and the cons 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 a 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.
- There is no need for 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 exerted on the epithelium.Additionally, the cost of this type of cleaning is quite high.
Indications and contraindications: you need to know to avoid injury
To carry out fractional laser rejuvenation of facial skin, certain 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;
- skin sagging.
There is no age limit 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 peel in the 14 days preceding the session;
- oncology;
- diseases of the blood, connective tissue or immune system;
- decompensated diabetes mellitus;
- hypertension 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 session be carried out.
How to do it: It’s all about clarity.
The procedure takes place in several stages.The effectiveness of cleaning depends on compliance with their 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 cleaning.
Chemical cleaning of leather is not recommended.In summer, use sunscreen to protect your skin from the negative effects of the sun.
Steps
Laser facial rejuvenation is carried out in several stages:
- The skin is cleansed through the use of scrubs and exfoliants.After that, a composition having 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 specialists recommend immediately carrying out fractional laser rejuvenation on the face, neck and décolleté in one 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 their skin.In this case, you must adhere to the following recommendations:
- For 14 days you need to apply creams and masks with a moisturizing effect, which contain hyaluronate.
- Only after 1 day can you start using decorative cosmetics.
- Scrubs cannot be used.
- Hyperpigmentation of the skin 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 resolve this 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 area to be treated.
- Mild itching of the skin.
- Peeling.
- Formation of crusts at the cleaning area.
If the patient has not informed the specialist about the presence of contraindications, the possibility of pigmentation changes or scarring 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 eye area:
Price
The price depends on the size of the problem area and the method used to achieve it.
Notice
"At the age of 35, I had quite deep wrinkles in the nasolabial area. I was advised to undergo a course of fractional laser rejuvenation. I didn't even hope for such excellent results. By the 4th day, the wrinkles completely disappeared and the skin became smooth and elastic."
"Without my friend, I would never have decided to undergo a laser rejuvenation 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 pigment spots on my neck. A friend advised me to undergo laser rejuvenation. I hesitated for a long time, but now I do not regret it. The results became visible on the 4th day. The pigmentation was completely evened out and the skin acquired a uniform color."
"I am 54 years old. Before rejuvenating my face with laser using the fractional method, I read everything I found in this direction. After the session, I was completely satisfied with the results. There were no consequences."