Aging is a natural biological process that affects all tissues of the human body. It is especially sensitive to those parts of the body that make up a person's appearance.
For example, facial tissues are constantly exposed to environmental factors as well as facial functions, chewing and speaking.
The issue of preserving facial youth is very important and important as it is what is a kind of "business card" of a person.
Today there are many methods to solve this problem, but laser facial rejuvenation, according to reviews, deserves special attention.
The mechanism of action of the laser on the skin
The essence of the method is the partial effect of a laser beam on the skin. The laser stream, splitting into very very thin beams, acts on microscopic areas of the skin and evaporates them. The laser action zones are located at a strictly defined depth. The intact cells, which are located between the areas of exposure to the laser beam, begin the active production of the two main "building materials" - elastin and collagen, as with age these substances in the human body practically cease to form independently.
After the laser facial rejuvenation procedure, the skin color improves, the bags under the eyes are removed, medium and fine wrinkles disappear or are corrected, the contour of the face is tightened. Moreover, this method is used to improve the results of surgical intervention (for example, in plastic surgery), as well as for laser skin reappearance.
Types of partial laser facial rejuvenation
Depending on the depth and nature of the laser beam penetration into the skin, there are two types of procedures:
- Partial laser rejuvenation, when the micro-areas of the skin are removed, and then, in the process of gradual healing, the damaged micro-areas are tightened. The lifting effect is noticed after the first procedure;
- Non-ablative fractional facial rejuvenation, when collagen and elastin are also regenerated in the damaged area, but the processes occur in the deeper layers of the skin, into which the laser beam penetrates without damaging the outer layers. As a result of this procedure, the renewal process is longer.
The optimal variant of the technique can be suggested by a specialist, but, according to reviews, with laser facial rejuvenation, it is more effective to combine different types of procedures so that cell renewal occurs not only on the surface of the skin, but alsoin deeper layers.
Benefits of fractional laser facial rejuvenation
Fractional laser renewal, compared to the classical method, has a number of advantages.
First, the effect on the skin is correct, which means that its damage is minimal. Thanks to this, all traces of the procedure disappear for 3-4 days after the intervention.
Second, in one session it is possible to treat large areas of skin, while its regenerating source is not only preserved but also activated, which ensures rapid rehabilitation and a positive long-term effect.
Third, the procedure does not require anesthesia and can be easily performed on the skin in the décolleté, neck and eye area.
And fourth, side effects are rare. Possible complications in the form of red spots on the area of action, slight itching, peeling, burning or crusting on the skin quickly disappear. Signs, hypo- and hyperpigmentation are extremely rare.
Despite the listed advantages, before performing the procedure, it is necessary to get acquainted with the indications and contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation.
Indications for laser rejuvenation
During its existence, the method has proven its effectiveness, but its effect will be especially noticeable in the case of the following skin problems:
- Spider veins;
- Scars;
- Signs of alignment;
- Enlarged pores;
- Pigmentation;
- Acne;
- Wrinkles;
- Loose, drooping, faded skin;
- The raven's legs around the eyes.
If any problems from the proposed list are significant, partial laser face rejuvenation will help to cope with it.
Contraindications to laser facial rejuvenation
In addition to the obvious indications, there are also absolute contraindications to the procedure:
- Inflammatory process in the affected area;
- Dermatoses and psoriasis;
- Tendency to form tumor-like lesions;
- Outbreaks of herpes in the affected area;
- Cases of vitiligo in close relatives;
- Chemical peeling performed less than 2 weeks before the proposed procedure;
- Systemic blood diseases;
- Varicose veins in the laser area;
- Pregnancy and lactation;
- Oncological diseases;
- Severe forms of coronary heart disease and hypertension.
Relative contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation are the presence of a fresh, medium and superficial peel less than 3 weeks before the procedure.
Laser renewal course and actions after it
Depending on the area of skin being treated and the nature of the problem, the duration of a partial laser exposure session is from 20 to 40 minutes. Repeated procedures are possible only after 3 or 4 weeks, and in total, as a rule, 3-4 sessions are required. Within three months after the end of the course, the maximum positive effect is observed. To maintain it, it is recommended that you have repeated sessions once a year.
After the procedure, you may feel a slight burning sensation, but it goes away in about 1-2 hours. The resulting redness and possible slight swelling persist for 1-3 days. At this time, it is recommended to use external agents containing depanthenol (for example, oils or gels). Once the listed symptoms disappear, it is necessary to use a cream containing hyaluronic acid.
You can wash and shower on the same day as the laser facial rejuvenation, but it is better to postpone a visit to the pool or sauna. One day after the procedure, you can use the foundation again.
The use of a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher is mandatory, as the skin is particularly sensitive to UV rays at this time.
After laser rejuvenation, you should follow the recommendations of the specialist who performed the procedure. The doctor, depending on the type and characteristics of the skin, will suggest the optimal cosmetic preparations, as well as determine the frequency and duration of their use.