Now it is modern to be well-groomed, young, beautiful. But adolescence is a gradual transient phenomenon, and since we want to keep it as long as possible, cosmetologists give us this opportunity by developing, presenting, and applying the latest, most effective techniques, rejuvenation procedures. But what choice from the whole range of modern cosmetic procedures should be made by a person who wants to prolong his youth and beauty, rejuvenate his skin and put his appearance in order? This article reveals in detail the essence of one of the latest techniques - plasma lifting, talks about the safety and high efficiency of this technique.
What is plasma lifting
Human blood contains an enormous potential that can stimulate all the body's resources, so necessary for it in the fight against the aging process and age-related changes, rejuvenate the skin and general tissue repair. And the plasma lifting procedure contributes to a highly effective detection, the manifestation of all this potential. What is plasmolifting, what is it based on how is this cosmetic procedure performed that effectively rejuvenates the skin and the subcutaneous tissue?
Plasmolifting is a cosmetological procedure, a non-surgical technique that performs skin rejuvenation, activating the processes of tissue regeneration in the human body. This is the latest method that has revolutionized cosmetology. The basic principles and ideas of the technique, like everything ingenious, are very simple. This cosmetological procedure, its main concepts are based on the restorative ability of platelet-rich blood plasma from a human patient. The resulting plasma is injected into problem areas of the skin. Thanks to such injections, the human body receives a strong incentive to activate natural rejuvenating and regenerative processes.
Such stimulating properties of platelet-rich plasma ensure the formation of skin cells from stem cells, the normalization of metabolic processes, the formation of hyaluronic acid molecules, stimulation of blood circulation and an increase in the production of elastin and collagen. Rejuvenation of the skin and deeper subcutaneous tissue begins.
This cosmetological procedure has many other synonyms, for example ACR - autologous cellular rejuvenation, skin autorejuvenation, autoplasma skin therapy, skin plasma revitalization, plasma biorevitalization, hemorejuvenation, plasma biorevitalization, "draculotherapy".
The plasmolifting procedure is partly similar to biomesotherapy, as it uses the patient's biomaterials for injection, thereby ensuring the full compatibility of biological components and eliminating the possibility of complications in the form of allergic reactions.
Plasmolifting is similar to the cosmetic procedure called ReGen Lab, developed by Swiss specialists, which also rejuvenates the skin and subcutaneous tissue. But it is a more expensive procedure and requires expensive hardware.
The story of the appearance of plasmolifting
The early predecessors of this method include autohemotherapy (transfusion of the patient's blood from a vein into the buttock muscle to stimulate the body's protective function), which has been used in medicine for more than a hundred years, as well as plasma therapy, a method of treatingcertain diseases by intravenous administration of blood plasma.
The first experiments aimed at rejuvenating human skin and immediately prior to the advent of the plasma lift method were performed in the United States decades ago. As a result of these studies, a cosmetological procedure called PRP therapy (PRP-Plateled Rich Plasma) developed. And the plasma lifting procedure is considered a modification of PRP therapy; it was patented by specialists in 2004.
Influence mechanism
Platelets, in addition to their main function - accelerating blood coagulation, are able to secrete growth factor proteins that stimulate the cell division process and growth. After an injury, platelets usually accumulate near the wound, which starts the process of stopping the blood, as well as restoring the damaged area.
In order to force the cells to regenerate artificially and thereby produce skin rejuvenation, one should inflict a small damage, for example as in a chemical peeling procedure, or deceive the patient's body by supplying platelets to the desired area. Such an action will serve as a signal to start the regeneration processes.
Thus, platelet-rich plasma, when injected in the right areas, helps to restore skin cells. Fibroblasts (connective tissue cells) begin to efficiently produce elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, the formation of new skin cells is also accelerated and skin rejuvenation occurs.
Extent of plasma lifting
The plasma lifting procedure is mainly common in cosmetology. Very effective and fast, painless skin rejuvenation is her merit. But also this cosmetological procedure has been successfully used in trichology which is an effective way to combat baldness and hair loss. After several sessions of plasma lifting, the hair structure is restored, their loss stops and the process of healthy hair growth begins. For the treatment of hair loss and baldness, 2 to 10 plasma lifting procedures may be necessary, depending on the general condition of the hair.
The plasma lifting procedure is used successfully in dentistry to speed up the process of implant placement and treatment of periodontitis.
Indications for plasma lifting
The plasma filling procedure has the following indications for its implementation:
- peeling and dry skin;
- prevention of the appearance of stretch marks with a sharp weight loss;
- age over 25. Mimics and small wrinkles - age over 35;
- violations of the basic properties of the skin due to weight loss;
- primary signs of skin prolapse, a decrease in its firmness, elasticity;
- acceleration of skin tissue regeneration processes after laser and chemical peels;
- acne and other dermatological diseases;
- age-related elastosis, "gray" skin;
- restoration of the skin after strong exposure to UV rays (tanning from the sun, solarium);
- sparingly dull hair;
- baldness and dandruff;
- correction of the adverse effect of Botox injections.
Contraindications to plasma lifting
The plasma lifting procedure has the following contraindications for its implementation:
- mental disorders;
- severe sagging of the skin;
- blood diseases;
- immune disorders;
- chronic diseases;
- exacerbation of various chronic diseases;
- diabetes mellitus in severe forms;
- diseases of various internal organs of the patient;
- allergy to anticoagulants used in the manufacture of injections;
- menstruation;
- oncological diseases;
- hypofibrinogenemia;
- platelet abnormalities and dysfunctions, low platelet count (less than 100, 000 per 1 µl);
- low hemoglobin (level below 100 g per 1 liter);
- fever, high temperature;
- pregnancy;
- the use of antibiotics;
- lactation period;
- antiplatelet therapy;
- use less than two days before the procedure NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), for example aspirin, analgin;
- inflammation of the skin at the injection site.
This cosmetological procedure has the following main limitations imposed on the patient before it is performed:
- a ban on going to the solarium;
- a ban on becoming naturally brown;
- a ban on visiting pools and saunas.
Plasmolifting procedure: execution
Before starting the procedure, it is recommended to undergo some tests: biochemical and clinical blood tests, blood tests for the presence of infectious diseases. The patient's blood is then drawn from a vein into a test tube containing a separation gel and an anticoagulant. The amount of blood taken depends mainly on the individual and biological characteristics of the patient. Usually it is about 10-20 ml. Then, using a special centrifuge, the blood is divided into three fractions:
- cellular component (leukocytes and erythrocytes);
- platelet-rich plasma (approximately 1 million per 1 ul);
- plasma deficiency in platelets (less than 150, 000 per 1 µl).
Platelet-enriched blood plasma is injected using microinjections into problem areas, previously treated with an antiseptic solution. After its introduction, fibroblasts are placed along the Langer line (the line with age-related natural stretch). In the process of stimulating the formation of elastin and collagen, skin tightening occurs. The microinjection technique is generally similar to mesotherapy.
If necessary, application anesthesia with a special cream can be used. At the end of the procedure, the areas where the plasma lifting procedure was performed are treated again with an antiseptic. During the first 3 days after plasma lifting, patients usually experience redness and peeling of the skin, as well as its slightly darker. Small wrinkles may appear on the surface layer of the skin. It usually passes after three days.
The duration of the procedure generally varies from 40 to 50 minutes. The basic course of Plasmolifting is 4 sessions with a frequency of 1 session of one to two weeks. And in order to maintain, consolidate the effect obtained, it is necessary to perform about 2 courses with plasma lifting annually.
To prevent unpleasant side effects, the authors of Plasmolifting are forbidden to change the method further, for example by adding other components, vitamins, to platelet-rich plasma.
The procedure of plasma skin rejuvenation has the main advantage compared to other cosmetic procedures - over time, the process of stimulating collagen production, that is, improving the general condition of the skin, the skin rejuvenation continues in the following months, up to a year inclusive.
Plasmolifting procedure: efficiency
In 40 percent of cases, the effect is noticeable almost immediately after plasma lifting. In all other cases, this cosmetological procedure does not appear immediately, the results appear after about 2 weeks. To achieve a more pronounced, better effect, experts recommend several procedures. Then the skin rejuvenation of the treated area will be very noticeable. The results of the procedure can last up to two years.
The resulting effect can be compared to chemical peeling of the skin on the neck and face: it becomes younger, more elastic, its color improves, fine wrinkles are evened out. The most remarkable result after the procedure is the effect of "porcelain skin" - the skin becomes very velvety, soft, smooth, as if glowing from within. The plasmolifting procedure is only effective when the first signs of age-related changes and skin aging appear. Only then can its application be able to effectively rejuvenate the skin. If there are deeper wrinkles or an indistinct oval on the face, this cosmetological procedure will not give good results.
Below are the average recommended duration of a plasma lifting course as well as the results obtained for the following most common skin problems:
- skin ptosis. Result: increased turgor and skin tone. 4-6 procedures 1 session of 7 days.
- Wrinkles. Result: reduction in depth and the number of wrinkles, lowers the course of age-related changes. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Photo aging. Result: elimination or reduction of hyperpigmentation, photoaging. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Tired skin. Result: reduction of circles under the eyes, swelling, as well as an improvement of the complexion, a local increase in the immunity of the skin. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Problematic skin. Result: reduced manifestations of acne, improved skin condition, its relief. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry skin. Nutrition and hydration, activation of metabolic processes. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Hair loss, baldness. Result: inhibition of the processes of dying the hair follicles, activation of hair growth. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry, thin hair. Result: increased blood supply and nutrition of the hair follicles, restoration of hair structure. 2-4 treatments 1 session every 7 days.
- Dandruff, oily scalp problem. Normalization of sebaceous gland function, elimination of dandruff. 4-6 procedures 1 session every 7 days.
Plasmolifting procedure: safety
Plasmolifting is an absolutely safe cosmetological procedure that provides almost painless skin rejuvenation without serious subsequent complications. Injections of platelet-rich plasma are not immunoreactive and non-toxic, as such plasma, as mentioned above, is obtained from the patient's blood without the addition of additional substances and drugs. Since the plasma rejuvenation procedure helps to activate the body's hidden resources, such skin rejuvenation does not cause any rejection reactions. Small complications are possible, such as spots on the skin, its redness, necrosis, hypopigmentation. Also, this cosmetic procedure does not have a recovery period. It should be noted that such complications are theoretically possible, but the chance of their occurrence is extremely small.
Combination with other procedures
The plasma lifting procedure is perfectly combined with other cosmetic anti-aging procedures, for example all types of peeling and laser resurfacing. Then skin rejuvenation will manifest itself most effectively. This cosmetological procedure is also perfect for preparing the skin before performing plastic surgery and improving its condition, its appearance in the postoperative recovery period. To achieve the greatest efficiency of the plasma lift method, it can be combined with other laser procedures:
- hyaluronoplasty using a laser will prepare the skin for an increase in the content of hyaluronic acid;
- laser photothermolysis will allow you to consolidate the results obtained from plasma lifting;
- the combined laser will amplify the resulting rejuvenating effect.
Plasmolifting procedure: cost
The plasma lifting procedure itself is inexpensive, as the patient himself is the supplier of platelet-rich plasma, the centrifuge performs the work of dividing the blood into fractions, and the injection of the resulting drug can be performed by a cosmetologist trained in mesotherapeutics. injections. The main component in the price of the plasma lifting procedure is intellectual property. But this cosmetic procedure is not that expensive.
The total cost is formed by taking into account the number and area of the areas treated.