Laser facial rejuvenation

The laser beam at one time became a real breakthrough in cosmetology - in 75% of cases it was able to replace injection procedures and surgical interventions. Laser facial rejuvenation is not only about smoothing out wrinkles and folds, eliminating excessive pigmentation, increasing skin firmness and elasticity: the rays can smooth out relief of the epidermis as much as possible and remove scars. It has been proven that this procedure also has a therapeutic effect, facilitating the treatment of certain dermatological diseases.

What is laser facial rejuvenation?

The procedure is carried out using special devices; the beam moves across the surface of the facial skin in a "handle" and penetrates deep into the dermis. High frequencies and heating ensure the destruction of old skin cells, while the surrounding healthy tissue remains unchanged. It is in them that the processes of active production of collagen and elastin begin - these substances are necessary to restore damage. Renewed skin is absolutely healthy and fully functional.

Depending on which area of the face requires laser rejuvenation, the doctor will choose the optimal treatment temperature, which will eliminate the formation of burns.

Laser facial rejuvenation is not a traumatic procedure, does not require general anesthesia and does not involve a long rehabilitation period with the patient staying in a clinic.

Indications and contraindications for laser lifting

Laser facial rejuvenation is a unique cosmetic procedure that has a complex effect and solves several problems at once. Therefore, it has many indications - in a modern clinic, doctors recommend taking a course of several sessions if you have:

• wrinkles in any area of the face– facial treatment, age-related, deep folds;
• reduced elasticity of the skin- ptosis (hanging eyelids), formation of jaws, "floating" oval on the face;
• external defects on the skin– scars, marks from acne and mechanical removal of large acne, stretch marks;
• changes in complexion- the appearance of yellow spots on the skin, a gray shade, a complete absence of natural redness;
• excessive oiliness of the epidermis– accompanied by enlarged pores, frequent occurrence of acne and an oily sheen;
• puffiness and bags, dark circles under the eyes;
• rosacea– vascular manifestations on the epidermis such as "networks", "stars".

Although laser facial rejuvenation is considered a safe procedure, some arecontraindicationsto perform it there is:

• periods of pregnancy and lactation;
• oncological pathologies, regardless of the location of the malignant neoplasm;
• diabetes mellitus of any type;
• incorrect functionality of the thyroid gland with excessive or insufficient synthesis of hormones;
• mental disorders;
• neurological diseases such as epilepsy (accompanied by convulsive syndrome);
• predisposition to the formation of keloid scars;
• psoriasis, eczema, herpes with signs on the face.

There are also a number of conditional restrictions - aggravation of chronic internal pathologies, elevated body temperature, menstruation, damage to the skin in areas of suspected exposure to laser rays: it is necessary to wait until the general state of health is restored.

Advantages and disadvantages of laser skin rejuvenation

The procedure in question is one of the most popular, and it is not surprising - it has too many advantages, which the doctor himself states at the initial consultation:

• under the influence of laser rays, natural biological processes are activated in the cells of the dermis - regeneration, metabolism, production of collagen and elastin;
• the procedure can be performed for any skin type, regardless of the severity of age-related changes and existing dermatological problems (there are isolated exceptions to the list of contraindications);
• the probability of scarring is reduced to zero and increases only if you ignore the recommendations of specialists regarding skin care during the rehabilitation period;
• allergic reactions and infectious complications are excluded, although they are inherent in surgical interventions and injection techniques;
• lack of a full rehabilitation period - in just a few days the skin is restored, the use of medication is not required;
• side effects are minor, disappear quickly and belong to the category of the body's normal reaction to aggressive influence.

There are also some "disadvantages" of laser skin rejuvenation:

• to achieve a pronounced effect, you need to take a course of several sessions;
• results last for a shorter period compared to beauty injections and surgical procedures;
• requirements for the preparation period must be met.

Only three disadvantages are perfectly offset by the benefits of laser facial rejuvenation!

Types of laser rejuvenation

The procedure in question can be performed using different methods - each of them is safe and highly effective. During the consultation, the doctor will tell the patient about each type of laser facial rejuvenation; the choice will be made taking into account individual parameters - age, the initial condition of the skin, the presence of internal pathologies and dermatological diseases, the severity of age-related changes.

Ablative methods

Performed with full or fractional laser beams. During the work, the doctor completely cleans the surface layer of the epidermis from "old" cells or damages them at a shallow depth. Skin regeneration occurs due to the active production of collagen, elastin and cell division of healthy tissues surrounding the sites of exposure to the beam. The new skin is firm, elastic and uniform in tone.

Ablative methods permanently damage the epidermis, so their recovery period will be slightly longer than others.

Fractionally

The laser beam is spread through a special mesh for microbeams - damage to the epidermis affects only 20-25% of the area, the remaining cells remain unchanged and fully functional. Such a targeted effect promotes the evaporation of liquid from cells and the rapid renewal of regeneration processes. Intact cells begin to produce collagen and elastin in large quantities - this is necessary to heal the damage caused.

Since the fractional type of laser facial rejuvenation involves only partial damage to the epidermis, recovery lasts only a few days.

Laser biorevitalization

This involves a combination of two techniques - cell damage to stimulate biological processes and the introduction of hyaluronic acid into the layers of the dermis. The device emits short pulses and repeats them many times - this makes it possible to "break" dead cells. At the same time, the laser delivers the selected drug to the desired depth - this parameter is set by the doctor.

Laser biorevitalization is especially advisable for pronounced signs of aging on the face - deep wrinkles, creases and folds. It has a cumulative effect and a long-lasting effect - an improvement in appearance will be noticed for another 2-3 months after the end of the course of the procedure.

Full beam

The skin is exposed to a full beam, which leads to damage to the entire epidermis. This method is perfect for those who have a variety of cosmetic and dermatological problems. In fact, after this type of laser rejuvenation, the surface layer of the face is renewed by 100%. This is what beauticians prescribe to those patients who want to get rid of scars, scars and acne marks.

It has a long recovery - hospitalization is not required, but it is worth taking 7-10 days off to rest, perform skin care procedures and not worry about your own appearance during the recovery period.

Non-ablative method

Works great on loose skin, deep folds/wrinkles and excessive pigmentation. It allows you to treat a large area of skin at once in one procedure - for example, all areas of the face. The advantage of the non-ablative method is that the deep layers of the dermis are damaged, the epidermis remains unchanged.

This type of laser facial rejuvenation also has a pleasant "side effect" - in addition to rejuvenation, the elimination of age spots, narrow pores and acne marks become minimally noticeable.

Surface

This is the most painless and safest method for the procedure in question - during the process only superficial cells are exposed to laser rays, even the basement membrane remains intact. This technique perfectly solves the problem of the initial stages of aging, corrects the facial tone and eliminates uneven relief.

A characteristic feature is that the recovery lasts only 3 days, and the achieved results last for 6-12 months.

Median

Recommended for those patients who already have wrinkles, including age spots, age spots and slightly loose skin. Belonging to the laser peeling category, the rays have an effect on a depth of no more than 1. 3 mm.

The procedure is performed using anesthetic gels, after which the patient may experience discomfort and even mild pain for another 24 hours. Rehabilitation takes at least 5 days.

Deep

The laser beam damages all layers of the epidermis, including the papillary layer. The deep laser rejuvenation procedure is painful, but only it can solve the problem of pronounced age-related changes. Cosmetologists recommend this technique for patients aged 50 and older.

Rehabilitation lasts up to 2 weeks, but if you follow all the doctor's prescriptions during this period, the results achieved will last for 4 years (average).

How to prepare for laser skin rejuvenation?

As part of the preparatory phase, an initial consultation with a specialist takes place. During it, the doctor examines the skin of the face, assesses its condition, identifies problems, excludes or confirms the presence of contraindications. The cosmetologist immediately decides the choice of laser rejuvenation method and the number of sessions percourse. Next, recommendations are given to the patient about preparation for the procedure - it begins 14 days before the planned date. What is important to do:

• do not expose your face to ultraviolet (sun) rays, do not visit the solarium;
• refuse to perform cosmetic procedures associated with skin disorders/injuries - peeling, facial cleansing;
• Stop using certain drugs (fluoroquinolones, diuretics, sulfonamides, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) only after consulting your doctor.

3 days before the planned date of laser facial rejuvenation, you must stop drinking alcoholic beverages, it is advisable to stop smoking (or radically reduce the number of cigarettes) and not to introduce foods from the category of allergens into your diet (strawberries, chocolate, raspberries, citrus fruits, shellfish).

Laser rejuvenation procedure

The procedure itself begins with a control examination of the face - the doctor must make sure that there are no inflammations, scratches or fresh tan on the surface of the skin. After this, laser rejuvenation is performed in stages:

1. Cleanses the face from the remains of decorative cosmetics, dust and dirt– performed using professional tonics and lotions that do not contain alcohol.
2. Skin disinfection– the face is treated with an antiseptic solution, which prevents the penetration of infectious agents into the epidermis.
3. Anesthesia– is not performed for all types of intervention, but at the patient's request, an anesthetic gel must be applied. The doctor then waits 15-20 minutes - this time is enough for the pain-relieving properties of the applied product to appear.
4. The laser treatment of the skin itself. The patient may experience heat, slight tingling or burning. Be sure to direct a stream of cool air into your face - this relieves the condition and reduces the intensity of unpleasant sensations.
5. Applying a soothing mask– relieves inflammation, helps quickly eliminate swelling, redness and reduces the severity of itching.

Immediately after the end of the session, the patient can leave the clinic, having previously received recommendations from the doctor regarding the recovery period.

Laser facial rejuvenation: before and after photos

Refund after the procedure

The length of the recovery period depends on the type of laser facial rejuvenation that was used. The minimum period is 2-3 days, but more often rehabilitation requires 5-10 days. Regardless of the technique used, for the first 24 hours after the session, it is strictly forbidden to touch your face with your hands or even wash your face. In the next 3 days after recovery:

• It is strictly forbidden to take thermal procedures - visiting a bathhouse, sauna or taking a hot bath should be postponed;
• You cannot use tap water for washing - it has a high chlorine content, which leads to burns and irritation;
• you don't need to be outside for a long time - ultraviolet rays (they penetrate even through dense clouds) will cause strong pigmentation;
• Do not use cosmetics containing ethanol for cleaning, and when washing, use a washcloth or scrubbers (even soft, gentle);
• Pamper your face with moisturizer 2-3 times a day;
• Apply products containing panthenol to the skin once a day.

Within 2 months of the procedure in question, chemical peeling is strictly prohibited! And even in cloudy weather, apply sunscreen with a high SPF index to your face.

You cannot forcefully remove scabs or scratch the face - this can cause the formation of scars, which can only be removed surgically.

Possible complications and consequences

Immediately after the session, the skin of the face becomes red, very itchy, and there is a burning sensation - this is a normal reaction to damage to the epidermis and deeper layers of the dermis. If the discomfort is severe, take antihistamine tablets, the choice of which will be recommended by a beautician. On the 2nd day after laser facial rejuvenation, active peeling begins. The listed effects are the norm, there is no need to take any action, it is enough to strictly follow the rehabilitation recommendations given by the specialist.

If on the skin of the face:

• rash appeared in the form of small pimples;
• there are signs of inflammation;
• scars began to form,

then you must contact the clinic for a consultation. Most often, this happens if the patient himself did not follow the rules for the recovery period.

Testimonials About Laser Rejuvenation

Our patients leave only positive reviews about any type of laser facial rejuvenation. This is due not only to the characteristics and possibilities of the procedure, but also to the high professionalism of the working doctors. They have sufficient knowledge and experience, work on modern certified equipment and strictly adhere to international protocols for conducting sessions.

FAQ

Any questions about the procedure can be asked to the beautician during the initial consultation. But since most of them are standard, below are the answers to the most popular ones.

Who can undergo laser skin rejuvenation?

Men and women aged 18 years and older. It is important that they do not have conditions that are included in the list of contraindications. Laser facial skin rejuvenation is an excellent alternative to surgery.

What effect does the procedure have besides rejuvenation?

A laser beam can remove scars, tattoos, acne marks and acne. There is a general improvement of the skin - inflammatory processes will stop, the production of sebaceous secretions will decrease, and the pores will narrow.

How long does a laser facial rejuvenation session last?

A procedure lasts 30-60 minutes. If the doctor uses local anesthesia, the duration of the session is increased by 15-20 minutes (duration of the gel).

When will the first results appear?

Immediately after rehabilitation, the skin on the face is transformed. It becomes smooth, without pigment spots, toned, elastic, small wrinkles are smoothed out.

Is it possible to combine laser facial rejuvenation with other procedures?

Yes, but to a limited extent and only after consultation with a beautician! After completion of the course, injectable fillers and botulinum treatment are permitted.

How many procedures are needed?

It is usually recommended to take a course of 2-5 sessions with a break of 2-4 weeks.

In a professional clinic, specialists are ready to provide a comprehensive service for laser facial rejuvenation - from an initial consultation to monitoring the condition of the skin during the rehabilitation period. Specialists work only with professional equipment; the procedure is performed in strict accordance with existing protocols, reducing the risk of side effects and complications to zero.