Post acne, age spots, stretch marks and spider veins - these manifestations of old age spoil the mood of many women. Laser rejuvenation will help you become younger and more attractive, it will free you from many dermatological problems. How safe, painful and effective such a procedure is. What results can you expect?
Description and features
Fraction - what is it? This is a laser beam divided into several beams. Under its influence, regeneration processes are activated in the body, new collagen and elastin fibers appear. The structure of the epidermis improves, dead cells completely disappear. The first wrinkles on the skin around the eyes begin to appear by the age of 30, and by the age of 40, age-related changes are quite strongly reflected on the face. The laser helps to remove the unpleasant manifestations of age - the upper layer of the epidermis, which has lost its elasticity, is completely removed.
The reviews of the fractional rejuvenation process are quite controversial. Some women consider it a real salvation from old age. Others notice only the high cost, soreness, and complete absence of anti-aging effect.
Benefits of laser facial rejuvenation:
- The laser works precisely, affects only the damaged areas, and its effect does not apply to nearby tissues;
- under the influence of high temperatures non-living cells completely disappear, wrinkles of different depths are smoothed;
- procedure can be performed on sensitive parts of the face and body - décolleté, skin around the eyes and lips;
- With the help of the latest generation of facial rejuvenation products, a double beard can be removed without surgery.
The method of fractional rejuvenation of the RF face ensures the penetration of the laser into the deep layers of the epidermis - point heating allows you to effectively remove pathological changes on the face and body. Disadvantages include the high cost of facial rejuvenation, soreness and a long recovery period.
Description of the procedure
Reviews often speak of a noticeable result after one session, but doctors recommend repeating after 3-6 months. First, the doctor performs a thorough removal of makeup, after 20 minutes treats the skin with anesthetic. According to reviews, many feel only slight tingling, others complain of excruciating pain. The duration of the procedure is about an hour, it all depends on the size of the treated area.
Overview of fractional photothermolysis types:
- Ablative - the effect occurs only on the upper layers of the skin, due to high temperatures that simply evaporate. After this method of facial rejuvenation, the lifting effect is immediately manifested, suitable for removing age-related changes at the initial level.
- Non-ablative - the laser penetrates the lower layers without affecting the upper cells of the epidermis. With its help, global problems are solved when the aging process of the skin is irreversible. It allows you to form a new membrane, the skin is rejuvenated from the inside.
- Maximum effect can be achieved by a reasonable combination of both methods.
For another popular method of rejuvenation, read the article Fractional mesotherapy with microneedles - an overview of the procedure.
Characteristics of skin care after laser rejuvenation
Laser facial rejuvenation is a painful procedure, regardless of the sensitivity threshold and type of anesthesia. The skin requires special care for 2-3 weeks, exposure to sunlight is categorically contraindicated.
Immediately after fractional laser rejuvenation, the treated areas are very painful, gels and ointments to relieve pain are of little help. After a few hours, there is a strong swelling, especially if the procedure is performed on the skin around the eyes and nose and on the upper eyelids. Most edema is noticed in one day, sometimes the face turns into an almost ball. To slightly reduce the manifestation of unpleasant symptoms, you should exclude salty foods from the diet, drink diuretic teas. In the next phase, a lot of ichor begins to stand out, crusts appear that prevent the penetration of microbes into the wounds.
It is strictly forbidden to peel and touch the bark. Otherwise, strong inflammatory processes can begin, and scars form on the new skin.
Recovery starts in 6-7 days. The crusts become soft, the swelling disappears. For the next 28-30 days the skin will have a bright pink hue, you need to use powerful sunscreens.
How to eliminate the effects of fractional laser rejuvenation:
- severe pain - apply a thick layer of dexpanthenol to the skin;
- long recovery period - it is necessary to take vitamins, do not go out, constantly use restorative drugs;
- vascular network remains - it occurs due to deep laser penetration, it is impossible to remove the defect, over time it will become less noticeable.
In women with sun allergies or vegetative-vascular dystonia, various facial rashes may appear after fractional rejuvenation.
During the recovery period, you can wash your face only with boiled or ozonated water, peelings are contraindicated.
Indications and contraindications
Laser skin rejuvenation allows you to get rid of acne, age spots, tighten eyelids, eliminate fine wrinkles around the mouth and eyes. According to some women, it is not very effective for deep facial wrinkles.
Laser facial rejuvenation is a complex and painful procedure, which has many serious limitations. Main contraindications:
- tumors of various origins;
- worsening of cardiovascular disease;
- poor blood clotting;
- viral colds accompanied by fever;
- any pathology of infectious etiology.
Other contraindications include pregnancy and breastfeeding, diabetes mellitus, herpes and other facial rashes, and mental disorders. Laser rejuvenation with high and low blood pressure, vegetative-vascular dystonia is prohibited.
Important! Fraxel is not given to people under 17 years of age or over 60 years of age.
Reviews
Photos before and after laser skin exposure are impressive - people look 10-15 years younger. But it must be borne in mind that the reality may be a little different.
“By the age of 35, I had developed a deep nasolabial fold and decided to correct the defect by fractional laser rejuvenation. The problem disappeared, but after 10 months there was no trace of the effect of aging. The price of the procedure is high, the sensations are very unpleasant - I would like a longer result ".
“I am 40 years old, my skin is prone to early aging, so I look older than my years. I read the rave reviews of those who did fractional photothermolysis - I decided to take a risk. I did the procedure on the nasolabial folds and eyelids - it was very painful, the anesthesia didn't help much. During the recovery period, the bark, constant itching, peeling were very deposited. It’s been six months, I like the effect, but I have to do it again soon, but I just can’t mentally prepare for this. "
“As a teenager, I had severe acne that left a lot of ugly scars. I read reviews about laser facial rejuvenation and went to the clinic. Impressions are terrible - it hurts and burns. The first day I ran around the apartment in terrible pain. The scars have become less noticeable, but it will take 5-6 procedures to get rid of them completely ”.
“3 weeks ago I had a facelift and eyelid lift, my skin is still recovering, it itches a lot, you can't go out again. During the procedure itself, the pain was bearable, like a tattoo, but after that I got terrible herpes. In addition, age spots and wrinkles have not completely disappeared. I believe there are better methods. "
“At the age of 45, I made a gift for myself - I decided to remove the suspensions and nasolabial folds with a laser. I needed 3 procedures that were done in an interval of 2 weeks. It's been 3 months, the recovery period has been difficult, but now I like to look in the mirror. I will repeat in 3 months. "
“I did a facelift twice, at the age of 30, again after 3 years. The skin became more elastic, fresh, the pores shrunk, the tiny wrinkles disappeared. But one session is not enough, and the course is expensive. The effect exists, but it is far from what is shown in commercials. "