It's a shame, it looks like I'm still young, and wrinkles, age spots and other cosmetic flaws are already showing up. You can get rid of them with a fractional rejuvenation procedure. How does it work?
You always want to look beautiful, regardless of age. But time inexorably passes and is reflected in appearance. Over the years, the skin becomes less elastic, wrinkles, age spots and other visible defects appear. Modern technologies allow you to prolong youth, using laser exposure in problem areas. Let's find out fractional rejuvenation: what it is, how it occurs, and the results of this procedure.
What is it
Cells lose their activity over time, slowing down regeneration processes. It is necessary to return youth not only visually, but also to help the cell to recover and continue its active work. Only then will the skin acquire a healthy, taut and smooth appearance.
The first fractional laser resurfacing was performed in 2004. It was developed specifically to treat the signs of aging. After the first studies and the results with excellent effect were obtained, the procedure began to be actively used in many beauty salons. The actions are completely safe, effectively fighting cosmetic defects.
Benefits and execution technique
Laser resurfacing has several benefits to illustrate why this anti-aging method is worthwhile:
- one procedure is sufficient to obtain good results;
- anesthesia is not used;
- is not an operation;
- safe, no side effects;
- a long period of rehabilitation is not necessary;
- the effect is similar to the Botox injection technique;
- has a long duration.
This rejuvenation method is called fractional, as it only affects problem areas that are exposed to tiny lasers. The intact areas, that is, the cells of the epidermis, begin to work actively, multiply and quickly heal the areas treated with the laser. The full rehabilitation period lasts no more than three days, depending on the condition of the skin. Collagen is actively produced in cells, which in turn:
- smooths wrinkles, folds;
- skin tightens;
- aligns the oval of the face;
- pigment spots are lightened.
The procedure does not cause discomfort, it is painless, the redness disappears quickly. The fractional laser action is somewhat similar to the beam resurfacing method, but it has more capabilities and is more effective. In another way, it is called photorejuvenation.
The principle of action is that damaged skin is exposed to heat stroke at sufficiently high temperature ranges. The beautician uses a small device in which elements are installed, through which the laser beams penetrate. Since the rays are very hot, the skin is processed very quickly to avoid burns.
The result depends on the severity of the defects. The deeper the wrinkles, the more treatments will be needed. The healing time also depends on the individual person and their state of health.
The skin is quite exposed to a laser beam of less than two hundred microns, so that a new layer of epidermis appears in the treated area. The rays are similar to a fine mesh and are applied exclusively to problem areas, on the face, neck, legs, around the eyes. This mesh allows to not affect the surrounding areas and enable them to activate the healing and restoration of the cells.
Types of photorejuvenation
In the field of cosmetology, two types of fractional thermolysis are used, which differ from each other in the degree of impact and basic characteristics.
- Ablative method: the thermoactivity acts on the upper layers of the skin, on the cells.
- Non-relational rejuvenation: laser rays act exclusively in the deep layers of the epidermis.
Today, many fractional machines use CO2 lasers. They are more advanced and have moved to a new level in recent years. Before starting the procedure, it is worth clarifying which laser will be used, quality and efficiency depend on it.
To achieve the best effect, it is recommended to combine two types of fractional thermolysis: ablative and non-relativistic. The double impact foot helps to improve the result and maintain it for a long time. Thanks to modern equipment, cosmetologists develop rejuvenation programs for skin type and state of health.
When to reject
Like any other intervention in the natural functioning of the body, fractional facial rejuvenation has its contraindications. Foot procedures should not be performed if:
- is pregnant;
- has epilepsy;
- for oncology;
- severe skin inflammation, with psoriasis;
- for herpes;
- if you have recently had a chemical peel on your face;
- or sunbathe;
- has vitiligo;
- chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, poor blood clotting.
Contraindications should not be ignored, as the existing problem can be greatly intensified by exposure to heat and aggravate the situation.
What to expect
Photothermolysis is designed for face lift and skin rejuvenation. With the help of cosmetic procedures, it is immediately noticeable how the skin is tightened, wrinkles disappear within a few days, and the contours become lighter. To further enhance the effect, it is recommended to perform several procedures with a difference of one month to six months, depending on the first result.
To improve the condition of the face, many cosmetologists recommend combining fractional types of CO2 laser exposure. This, in turn, allows you to preserve your youth for a long time, prolong the regeneration processes of the skin and prevent premature aging.
The patient recovers fast enough, in a week. The timing also directly depends on the type chosen. In the first day or two, the skin is noticeably swollen, there is redness. However, after 4 to 5 days, the dead cells leave the skin and the epidermis is covered with a new, healthy layer. If you properly coordinate your actions, choose a good and responsible cosmetologist, find out if there are any contraindications, then the photorejuvenation procedure will only be for the better.