More and more new services and opportunities appear in the hardware cosmetology market, for example, fractional facial rejuvenation.What is it, what is special about the procedure and what are its results?We will talk about the specifics of the method, its consequences and the features of rehabilitation after the intervention.
Features of fractional facial rejuvenation
A method of hardware treatment of facial skin - fractional photothermolysis - aims to remove the upper layer of the skin, which bears traces of exposure to time and the external environment.Thanks to this cleansing, skin rejuvenation occurs.Thermolysis is the destruction of tissues at high temperatures.Fractional thermolysis is not carried out entirely on the entire surface, but only on miniature and problem areas of the face, therefore the face is divided into segments which are treated.
The essence of the procedure is that the device uses a laser beam to affect small areas of the skin, which leads to the destruction of the upper layer, the beam affects deeper levels of the skin and activates the production of natural collagen and elastin.The thermal effect of the laser activates cellular processes in the skin, which leads to rapid regeneration and rejuvenation of the skin.
The procedure may cause pain, which the doctor can prevent with superficial anesthesia.The procedure lasts about an hour;to consolidate the result, the beautician can prescribe a series of several procedures.The shelf life of results can vary from 1 to several years, subject to lifting treatments.
Result
The main result of the fractional facial rejuvenation procedure is resurfacing of the skin, freeing the face from the keratinized upper layer of skin, which gives the face a tired look.
With dead skin, brown and age spots, fine wrinkles and acne marks disappear.The new skin looks fresher and younger, it is restored more actively, so the rejuvenating effect increases a few months after the procedure.
Point 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 related to aging skin, but also much more expensive.
The difference between the devices is the degree of penetration into the deeper layers of the skin;Dot has a broader spectrum of action, for example it can help in the treatment of ingrown nails or ENT diseases.An experienced cosmetologist can achieve the same results with both devices.
Indications and contraindications
The procedure of fractional facial rejuvenation is indicated for the appearance of facial wrinkles, "crow's feet" around the eyes, for sagging and sagging skin, for the elimination 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 suffering from cancer, infectious and chronic diseases, people suffering from acne.
Rehabilitation
Immediately after the procedure, the face is covered with healing ointment and a bandage is applied;after a few hours, the face begins to redden and swell, and painful sensations appear.During the first days after the procedure, you should not expose yourself directly to the sun;you should use the ointments prescribed by your doctor.On the second day, the face becomes covered with an encrusted crust that cannot be removed, as this can lead to infection and the appearance of scars that can no longer heal.
Skin restoration will only begin in a week;during this period it is better not to go out, especially since your face does not look very presentable.The face remains bright pink for about a month and is very easily subject to injury;you need to take care of your skin carefully, lubricating it with special ointments and creams.