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 speech.
The issue of preserving the youthfulness of a person is very important and relevant, because it 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.
Mechanism of laser action on the skin
The essence of the method is the fractional effect of the laser beam on the skin. The laser beam, splitting into many very thin rays, acts on the microscopic areas of the skin and evaporates them. The areas of action of the laser are located at a strictly defined depth. Intact cells, located between the zones of exposure to laser beam, begin the active production of two main "building materials" - elastin and collagen, because 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, and the facial contour is sharpened. In addition, this method is used to improve the results of surgical intervention (for example, in plastic surgery), as well as for laser skin rejuvenation.
Types of fractional laser facial rejuvenation
Depending on the depth and nature of the penetration of the laser beam into the skin, there are two types of procedures:
- Ablative fractional laser rejuvenation, when micro areas of the skin are removed and then, in the process of gradual healing, the micro zones are damaged. 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 take place in the deep layers of the skin, into which the laser beam penetrates without damaging the outer layers. As a result of this procedure, the rejuvenation process is longer.
The optimal variant of the technique can be suggested by an expert, but according to reviews, laser facial rejuvenation is the most effective to combine different types of procedures so that cell renewal occurs not only on the skin surface, but also in deeper layers.
Advantages of fractional laser facial rejuvenation
Fractional laser rejuvenation, compared to the classical method, has a number of advantages.
First, the effect on the skin is accurate, which means that its damage is minimal. Thanks to that, all traces of the procedure disappear 3-4 days after the intervention.
Second, in one session it is possible to treat large areas of skin, while its regenerative resources are not only preserved but also activated, which ensures rapid rehabilitation and long-lasting positive 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 in the area of action, mild itching, peeling, burns or crusting on the skin quickly disappear. Scarring, hypo- and hyperpigmentation are extremely rare.
Despite the above advantages, before performing the procedure it is necessary to get acquainted with the indications and contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation.
Indications for laser rejuvenation
The method has proven its effectiveness during its existence, but its effect will be especially noticeable in the case of the following skin problems:
- Spider veins;
- Scarring;
- Stretch marks;
- Enlarged pores;
- Pigmentation;
- Acne;
- Wrinkles;
- Loose, relaxed skin that fades;
- Crow legs around eyes.
If any of the problems from the suggested list are relevant, fractional laser facial rejuvenation will help deal with it.
Contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation
In addition to the obvious indications, there are absolute contraindications to the procedure:
- Inflammatory process in the affected area;
- Dermatoses and psoriasis;
- Propensity to form tumor-like scars;
- 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 breastfeeding;
- Oncological diseases;
- Severe forms of coronary heart disease and hypertension.
Relative contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation are the presence of a fresh tan, medium and superficial peeling less than 3 weeks before the procedure.
Laser rejuvenation course and actions after it
Depending on the surface of the treated skin and the nature of the problem, the duration of one session of fractional exposure to the laser is 20 to 40 minutes. Repeated procedures are possible only after 3 or 4 weeks, and a total of 3-4 sessions are usually required. Within three months after the end of the course, the maximum positive effect is noticed. To maintain it, it is recommended to repeat the sessions once a year.
After the procedure, you may feel a slight burning sensation, but it disappears in about 1-2 hours. The resulting redness and possible mild swelling last 1-3 days. At this time, the use of external agents containing depanthenol (for example, ointments or gels) is recommended. As soon as these symptoms disappear, it is necessary to use a cream that contains 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. The day after the procedure, you can use the pad again.
The use of sunscreen with a protection factor of 30 or higher is mandatory, because the skin is particularly sensitive to UV rays at this time.
After laser rejuvenation, you should follow the recommendations of the expert who performed the procedure. Depending on the type and characteristics of the skin, the doctor will suggest optimal cosmetic preparations, as well as determine the frequency and duration of their use.