Laser therapy has long been successfully used in modern cosmetology. Laser-based devices are constantly being developed, which explains the great popularity of processes based on them. We present 5 methods of facial rejuvenation with a laser.
№1 Laser fractional facial rejuvenation
Laser hardware facial rejuvenation is a non-surgical method of hardware cosmetics. The essence of the procedure is resurfacing of facial tissues using high temperatures generated by laser energy. The result is skin rejuvenation and skin renewal.
During the procedure, problem areas are selectively treated by intensive exposure to light waves, which are converted into heat energy.
Laser facial rejuvenation is the most effective method to date aimed at the complete elimination of wrinkles, fine lines, active pigment spots and sagging areas of the epidermis. The impact occurs with a special device that generates laser energy.
The device is equipped with special options that regulate the depth of penetration and temperature of the laser beam. Choosing the right options is an essential factor, because if you make a mistake, you can cause burns or irreversible skin changes. When choosing the right options, the cosmetologist focuses on the age, structure, thickness and skin type of the patient.
Fractional laser skin rejuvenation is particularly effective. During the intervention, there is a step-by-step processing of problematic and defective areas. High temperatures contribute to the destruction of tissues, or rather their burnout, which further provokes the regeneration and renewal of these areas.
Fractional laser facial rejuvenation can eliminate:
- dark spots;
- deep nasolabial folds;
- acne, acne and pimples;
- spider veins;
- demodicosis.
The fractional ablative method is used for spot elimination of skin defects. It is known that uneven cell growth can be observed in different places on the face. So in one area the epidermis is dry and irritated, and nearby it's clean and smooth. The point method of laser therapy is used for such defective areas.
This method is the most effective, since it works selectively. As a result, minimal damage to the skin occurs, and all side effects disappear within 3 days. The method allows you to gently affect the epidermis and process large areas of it in one session. At the same time, the ability to regenerate and the rapid recovery of the epidermis are improved.
This type of surgery is practically free of side effects and complications are extremely rare. Hyperpigmentation and scarring of the skin in the treated area are not observed. The method can be performed on sensitive areas (around the eyes, in the cleavage and on the neck) and does not require anesthesia.
How is the procedure carried out
First you should free the skin from decorative cosmetics, dirt and dust. It is recommended not to apply makeup for two days prior to therapy. It is advisable to carry out laser manipulations in the cold and gloomy season, so that active exposure to the sun does not damage the already vulnerable skin.
Laser Rejuvenation Algorithm:
- A beautician performs peeling of the skin for complete cleansing.
- Local anesthesia is administered.
- Then the doctor proceeds to laser treatment of problem areas or the entire face. It makes the most sense to carry out the treatment in one session, either only on the face or on the neck and décolleté area.
- After the treatment, special emollients are applied to the skin to soothe the skin and relieve discomfort.
The session lasts about 1 hour. However, the duration of the manipulation depends on the size of the treated areas.
rehabilitation time
If it is necessary to undergo laser treatment, which consists of several sessions, certain care is required after each procedure, which will ensure rapid rehabilitation of the skin. After all, laser therapy stimulates cellular processes, and in order for them to proceed without excesses, you need to follow simple rules:
- during this period, intensively moisturize the epidermis with creams and masks;
- do not perform scrubs and scrubs;
- not taking hot showers and baths;
- do not visit saunas, solariums and swimming pools;
- it is forbidden to sunbathe;
- do not use lotions containing alcohol;
- do not take tetracycline antibiotics;
- It is extremely important to use sunscreen in all weathers.
- try not to use decorative cosmetics (or use delicate textures);
- take vitamin and mineral complexes;
- to go outside.
Preparations with a regenerating active ingredient dexpanthenol and natural thermal water accelerate skin regeneration.
For fractional rejuvenation, the device from the American company Palomar Medical Technologies is used. Fraxel and Affirm devices are also very popular. All devices for laser skin rejuvenation have the same principle of operation, which simplifies their use by specialists.
No. 2 The working principle of a neodymium laser
A solid-state laser emitter, the design of which is based on a crystal of yttrium aluminum garnet, is particularly in demand. The yttrium aluminum garnet crystal is activated by neodymium ions. Neodymium is a rare chemical element, a silvery-white metal with a golden hue.
A distinctive feature of this type of laser is its intensity, strength and length of light, which can penetrate tissue to a depth of 6-8 mm. Neodymium laser is successfully used in surgery, urology, gynecology and in the treatment of malignant diseases due to its ability to coagulate blood vessels and reduce bleeding during surgery.
A neodymium laser is a hardware device capable of generating a laser beam of different wavelengths, both minimum 532 nm, 585 nm, 650 and maximum 1064 nm. This type of radiation contributes and enhances various methods of facial skin rejuvenationthe efficiency of the laser hardware technology. What are the capabilities of a neodymium laser?
With this you can:
- rejuvenate the skin;
- treat acne;
- perform epilation;
- remove spider veins;
- eliminate traces of post-acne;
- eliminate age spots;
- remove tattoos;
- Make less noticeable scars, scars and stretch marks on the body.
Neodymium laser rejuvenation process
Neodymium laser is able to rejuvenate facial skin. The improvement in blood circulation leads to the activation of fibroblasts and the growth of young cells, which synthesize the "youth" proteins collagen and elastin. The new collagen is characterized by a strong, ordered fibrous structure that enables the skin to be reframedto improve facial contours and tighten the chin area.
Even fine lines and deep wrinkles undergo a metamorphosis: the former are completely smoothed out, while the latter are less noticeable. As a result, the face looks fresh, young and healthy, without wrinkles, bumps and stagnant spots.
When working with a device based on a neodymium laser, photomodification of the scar tissue occurs, thanks to which the skin becomes smooth and even. The normalization of blood circulation in the capillaries ensures that pigmented and stagnant spots after acne disappear, which remain for a long time in place of the erupted abscess.
The advantages of this type of laser are as follows:
- A variety of light pulse lengths allows you to develop an individual approach depending on the characteristics of the skin of each patient.
- The neodymium laser works selectively and treats the desired areas gently.
- This type of laser is equipped with a multi-stage cooling system, which allows you to make each intervention comfortable and safe.
- The laser's cooling system prevents heating of the upper layers of the skin and prevents thermal burns.
- The dual system of switching the device from one activity type to another allows you to perform procedures in different directions without changing the nozzle during a session.
- By controlling the physical properties of the emitted light (number of pulses, energy density, wavelength), you can fine-tune the characteristics of the patient's light image type. In addition, the physical characteristics remain unchanged throughout the session.
- Neodymium laser-based devices completely eliminate the risk of side effects and complications.
The use of a neodymium laser in cosmetology has improved methods of skin rejuvenation and eliminated many cosmetic defects.
№3 Laser biorevitalization for skin renewal
Modern cosmetology uses many minimally invasive and non-surgical technologies for facial rejuvenation and body contouring. One of these innovative methods is laser biorevitalization. This method is highly effective in eliminating age-related skin problems and promoting their rejuvenation.
The word "biorevitalization" literally means "return to life". Over the years, involutionary aging processes occur in the human body. Unfortunately, these processes also extend to the skin. It loses turgor, sags, the amount of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid produced in the skin decreases.
Laser biorevitalization is the introduction of hyaluronic acid into the skin using laser radiation.
The process of biorevitalization helps to naturally restore the skin to its former elasticity, firmness and color. What is this method? The skin is affected in such a way that the activation of the cell's own resources and their rapid recovery is effected. This role is played by fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are connective tissue cells responsible for the production of collagen, elastic fibers and hyaluronic acid, which retains water within the cell.
Collagen and elastin, in turn, are the scaffolding of the skin that allows you to keep the skin in shape and make it elastic. Over the years, the number of fibroblasts decreases significantly. The remaining fibroblasts lose their activity and produce the required substances in smaller quantities. As a result, the skin ages: it becomes less elastic, less elastic and wrinkles appear.
Laser biorevitalization promotes deep penetration of hyaluronic acid into the skin.
A low intensity "cold" infrared laser is used for this procedure. It was first developed and used in Germany.
biorevitalization procedures
What happens in the process of laser biorevitalization? A small amount of hyaluronic acid is applied to a specific area of the skin and penetrates the skin tissue with a laser. Under the influence of the laser, the standardized composition of hyaluronic acid is evenly distributed between the skin layers through the opened transport channels. During the procedure, the skin does not heat up, there is no peeling and it is not afraid of ultraviolet rays.
For this reason, laser biorevitalization without injection can be performed at any time of the year. You should know that low molecular weight hyaluronic acid is used for this procedure. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid cannot cross the skin barrier and remains on the skin's surface. Natural hyaluronic acid is a polymer (a chain of links) and has several thousand links in its structure.
But when applied externally, long link chains cannot penetrate the skin barrier. For this reason, they resort to injection and hardware exposure methods. High-molecular hyaluronic acid in the cream only moisturizes the surface of the skin without penetrating into the depths.
The introduction of hyaluronic acid into the epidermis is a rather complicated process. It's all about its molecular weight, which is 5–20 million daltons. This is a hundred times larger than the gaps between cells in the epidermis.
High molecular weight hyaluronic acid becomes low molecular weight after a certain chemical reaction. Such an acid composition of 5-10 units easily penetrates the skin, and under the influence of a laser, short units combine into polymer chains and help fibroblasts retain moisture in the cells. In this way, a lifting effect is achieved. The skin becomes elastic and firm, just like when you were young.
In some cases, before the procedure, it is recommended to peel the face and make a hot compress for better penetration of the drug into the skin. Laser-irradiated tissue is quickly regenerated, and the biorevitalization procedure gives an immediate positive result.
It is recommended to use biorevitalization in areas of the body where the following signs of aging are present:
- folds
- skin laxity
- dry skin
- Presence of post-acne scars
The number of biorevitalization sessions is determined by the cosmetologist. It depends on the condition of the skin and the goals pursued. To eliminate skin flabbiness and improve its turgor, it is recommended to carry out 5-10 procedures with an interval of 5-7 days. The result after one session can last from 6 weeks to 6 months. After the procedure, it is recommended to drink plenty of water and use moisturizers.
The laser biorevitalization procedure gives stable and effective results. In addition, the result is immediately noticeable. Consider the advantages of this method:
After the procedure, the skin looks fresh and moisturized, with a noticeable relief. Small wrinkles are smoothed out and the complexion improves. The saturation of the skin with hyaluronic acid stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.
In general, this laser facial rejuvenation method is completely safe and suitable for almost everyone. To avoid complications, you should carefully choose a cosmetology clinic, taking into account recommendations and work experience. Also pay attention to the experience and professionalism of the beautician. Before tipping the scales in anyone's favor, take your time and examine a few suggestions in detail.
№4 What is Elos (Elos) rejuvenation?
Elos (elos) - rejuvenation - is a hardware method based on the simultaneous application of laser, radio frequency and light radiation. The positive effect of the procedure occurs due to the effect of the device not only on the surface of the epidermis, but also on the deep layers of the skin. Literally, the term elos (elos) means "electro-optical synergy". The principle of this method is very simple: light is absorbed by the tissue and converted into heat energy in the deep layers of the skin.
The essence of the method is the absorption of light and electric current by skin cells, as a result of which light radiation deep into the skin is converted into thermal energy. The effect of the electric current becomes more intense in the areas of the skin that have already been heated by the light.
In this way, the electric current acts selectively on the tissue and more intensively on the already heated dermis. This type of action is successfully used in the treatment of age-related skin defects and various cosmetic imperfections.
During the process, the following processes are activated:
- Intensive heating of the tissue activates the work of fibroblasts. This stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, which helps to tighten the soft tissue.
- Some heating of the blood in the capillaries contributes to the rapid disappearance of rosacea (vascular network) on the face, as blood and protein coagulate.
- Heating tissue also contributes to the destruction of melanin. Melanin is a pigment produced by melanocytes. As a result, fair, clear skin always looks younger than pigmented ones.
Special nozzles of the elos apparatus carry out targeted, targeted and selective interventions that only affect problem areas of the skin without injuring them, but only eliminate existing skin defects.
process steps
- The procedure begins with the removal of skin make-up.
- Special glasses are put on the eyes (e. g. in the solarium) to protect the eyes from bright flashes of light.
- In most cases, the procedure does not require anesthesia, but this depends on the patient's individual tolerance level. Therefore, after consulting with the patient, the doctor decides whether to perform anesthesia or not. It feels like Elos - the procedure is similar to light injections that cause a pleasant tingling sensation rather than pain.
- A special thick gel that conducts electricity and light energy well is applied to the face. The process itself takes no more than an hour if we are only talking about the face, but in general the duration of the procedure depends on which skin area needs to be treated.
- The device for the Elos procedure has several nozzles that are used to solve a specific problem. The maximum penetration depth of light energy is 5 mm. The strength and intensity of the current is selected for each patient individually, so as not to cause severe burns, pain and discomfort.
- After the procedure is completed, a cooling and soothing cream is applied to the skin. This must be done to avoid burns.
After the procedure, the skin becomes red and swollen, there are point burns on it. Edema, hyperemia of the skin and burns persist for the next few days. After about 3 to 5 days, swelling and redness disappear completely and age spots become more prominent. Do not be afraid of this, as age spots disappear along with damaged skin, giving way to smooth and white skin. After another 7 days, the peeling process begins.
Session duration is 45-60 minutes. A full course of rejuvenation requires at least 5-7 sessions once a month.
The Elos procedure is recommended in the following cases:
- the presence of expression lines;
- the presence of rosacea (spider veins);
- gravitational aging;
- dull, earthy complexion;
- acne and acne;
- scars and scars after acne;
- uneven skin;
- severe hyperpigmentation.
It should be remembered that Elos does not prevent the appearance of new age spots. It eliminates already existing spots, but after the procedure you need to protect the skin from UV rays even more carefully.
You should also not make too high demands on this procedure. Elos - the technology is not a panacea, because there is no panacea at all. There are unshakable rules in cosmetics that will always remain the same: Our skin ages.
Even the most advanced methods and techniques cannot turn back the clock, but it is within our competence to prevent the aging process and push it as far as possible. For this reason, this technique is not able to permanently eliminate wrinkles or gravitational ptosis. There are other, more radical methods of doing this.
Another important fact that is important to know is that collagen fibers take 28 days to form and mature. Therefore, the interval between sessions should be at least 21 days. Frequent elos procedures do not contribute to facial rejuvenation and improvement of skin parameters. It's just money thrown to the wind.
№5 Laser nanoperforation: what is the essence of the method?
Laser-based cosmetic procedures have firmly entered our lives. They are efficient, fast and convenient. In addition, laser-based techniques do not stand still, they are constantly being improved and supplemented with new innovative nuances.
Laser nanoperforation is a unique hardware technique for skin rejuvenation that has no analogues today. With its help, you can effectively get rid of age-related skin defects. The method is based on the principle of self-healing and skin repair.
The essence of the method is the use of a special device that directs a laser beam with a tightly focused effect on the skin. The laser device used splits the light beam into a large number of microscopic beams. Laser beams create nanocracks (microscopic holes) in the skin that are invisible to the human eye, through which scattered rays of light penetrate the skin. These nanocracks are microscopic skin lesions.
After a certain time, the skin's protective mechanisms are mobilized, healthy skin cells are activated and it begins to recover intensively. This activates fibroblasts, stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis, restores the skin's water balance and improves its hydration through increased production of hyaluronic acid.
In addition, laser nanoperforation helps to thin the upper horny layer and remove cornified, dead cells of the epidermis, eliminating all skin defects from bumps to wrinkles.
How is the procedure carried out?
This procedure is in demand both among patients of aesthetic clinics and cosmetologists.
The procedure is performed using a special nozzle that helps fragment the laser beam into microscopic light options. When hitting the skin, microscopic light radiation provokes its trauma, which leads to improved recovery and renewal of the skin.
Process steps:
- The procedure begins with skin cleansing, which is carried out using a special lotion.
- A special nozzle is placed on the laser device, which splits the laser beam into many nanobeams.
- The direct processing of the skin covers different areas. Laser exposure lasts no more than 20 minutes, during which time the entire perimeter of the skin is processed.
After the procedure, there is reddening of the face, since the effect of the laser on the skin heats up and expands the capillaries, but this improves blood microcirculation, which has a beneficial effect on the processes occurring in the skin.
The number of sessions is determined by the beautician. This depends on the condition of the skin and the problems to be treated. On average, the procedure consists of 1, 2 or 3 sessions.
Laser nanoperforation is gentle on the skin and does not require anesthesia. During the procedure, only a slight tingling and reddening of the face is felt, which disappears the next day. Nanoperforation can be performed at any time of the year (but still avoid direct exposure to UV rays), and laser surface treatment can be performed only in cold seasons, when there is no active solar radiation.
Skin redness after laser nanoperforation is a natural phenomenon, so don't worry about severe skin redness. This process speaks of beneficial changes in the skin, since under the influence of the laser on the skin there was an expansion of the capillaries.
On the second day after the procedure, the reddened skin begins to peel off, which leads to renewal of the epidermis. The injured skin surface must be treated for some time with special products that soothe, moisturize and restore the epidermis.
In the first two weeks after the procedure, you should protect the skin from the negative effects of UV radiation. It is also not recommended to use decorative cosmetics for two weeks.
You should know that laser nanoperforation of the skin is performed at any time of the year, for any type of skin, regardless of the gender and age of the patient. The only contraindications are the above conditions and individual intolerance to laser exposure of the skin.