Aging is a natural biological process that affects all tissues in the human body. It is especially vulnerable to the parts of the body that make up a person's outward appearance.
Facial tissues, for example, are constantly exposed to environmental influences as well as facial, chewing and speech functions.
The question of maintaining the youthfulness of the face is very important and relevant, as it is a kind of "calling card" of a person.
There are many methods of solving this problem nowadays, but according to reviews, laser facial rejuvenation deserves special attention.
How the laser works on the skin
The essence of the method is the fractional action of a laser beam on the skin. By splitting it into many very thin rays, the laser current acts on microscopic skin areas and vaporizes them. The areas of laser action are at a precisely defined depth. Intact cells, which are located between the exposure zones of the laser beam, begin with the active production of two main building materials - elastin and collagen, since these substances practically no longer form independently in the human body with increasing age.
After laser facial rejuvenation, the skin color improves, bags under the eyes are removed, medium and fine wrinkles disappear or are corrected, the facial contour is tightened. In addition, this method is used to improve the results of surgical interventions (e. g. in plastic surgery), as well as for laser resurfacing of the skin.
Types of fractional laser facial rejuvenation
There are two types of procedures, depending on the depth and type of penetration of the laser beam into the skin:
- Fractional laser ablative rejuvenation, which involves removing micro-areas of the skin and then tightening the damaged micro-areas as the healing process progresses. The lifting effect is noticed after the first procedure;
- Non-ablative fractional facial rejuvenation, which also renews collagen and elastin in the damaged area, but the processes take place in the deep layers of the skin where 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 a specialist, but according to reviews, the most effective in laser facial rejuvenation is to combine different types of procedures so that cell renewal not only on the surface of the skin, but also in deeper layers.
Benefits of Fractional Laser Facial Rejuvenation
Fractional laser rejuvenation has a number of advantages compared to the classic method.
First, the effect on the skin is pinpoint, which means that its damage is minimal. This will make all traces of the procedure disappear for 3-4 days after the procedure.
Secondly, it is possible to treat large areas of the skin in one session, not only maintaining its regenerative power, but also activating it, which ensures rapid rehabilitation and long-term positive effects.
Third, the procedure does not require anesthesia and can be easily performed on the skin in the cleavage, neck and eye area.
And fourth, side effects are rare. Possible complications in the form of red spots in the area of action, slight itching, peeling, burns or crusts on the skin quickly disappear. Scarring, hypo- and hyperpigmentation are extremely rare.
Despite the listed advantages, before performing the procedure, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the indications and contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation.
Indications for laser rejuvenation
The method has proven itself during its existence, but its effect will be particularly noticeable with the following skin problems:
- Spider veins;
- Scarring;
- Stretch marks;
- Enlarged pores;
- Pigmentation;
- Acne;
- Wrinkles;
- Loose, sagging, fading skin;
- Crow's feet around the eyes.
If any problem from the suggested list is relevant, fractional laser facial rejuvenation will help deal with it.
Contraindications for laser facial rejuvenation
In addition to obvious indications, there are also absolute contraindications to the procedure:
- Inflammatory process in the affected area;
- Dermatoses and psoriasis;
- Tendency to form tumor-like scars;
- Herpes foci in the affected area;
- Cases of vitiligo in close relatives;
- Chemical peel was performed less than 2 weeks prior to the proposed procedure;
- Systemic blood diseases;
- Varicose veins in the area of the laser;
- Pregnancy and breast feeding period;
- Oncological diseases;
- Severe forms of coronary artery disease and high blood pressure.
Relative contraindications to laser facial rejuvenation are the presence of a fresh tan, medium and superficial peels less than 3 weeks before the procedure.
Laser rejuvenation course and actions afterwards
Depending on the area of skin treated and the nature of the problem, the duration of a session with fractional laser exposure is 20 to 40 minutes. Repeated interventions are only possible after 3 or 4 weeks, a total of 3-4 sessions are usually required. Within three months after completing the course, the maximum positive effect is observed. To maintain it, it is recommended to have repeated sessions once a year.
You may feel a slight burning sensation after the procedure, but it will go away after about 1-2 hours. The resulting redness and possible slight swelling last for 1-3 days. At this time, it is recommended to use external agents that contain depanthenol (for example, ointments or gels). As soon as the listed symptoms disappear, a cream with hyaluronic acid must be used.
You can wash and shower on the same day that laser facial rejuvenation was performed, but it is better to postpone a visit to the swimming pool or sauna. You can use the foundation again one day after the procedure.
The use of a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher is mandatory as the skin is particularly sensitive to UV rays at this point.
After laser rejuvenation, you should follow the recommendations of the specialist who performed the procedure. The doctor suggests the optimal cosmetic preparations depending on the skin type and skin condition and determines their frequency and duration.