Tatiana Simonyan
Cosmetologist with more than 6 years of experience, graduated from the 1st Moscow State Medical University named after I.
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Hardware cosmetology is a modern branch of aesthetic medicine, the main advantage of which is the ability to positively influence the condition of the deep layers of the skin without surgical intervention.
This way not only improves the appearance of the skin, but also activates the work of muscle and fat structures. The most expected therapeutic effects from hardware procedures are the elimination of edema, age spots, increased tissue elasticity, smoothing out fine wrinkles, and a healthy complexion.
Physiotherapeutic facial correction is carried out with minimal discomfort for the patient. The key advantages of this technology are non-invasiveness, absence of complications, short rehabilitation period, quick return to the usual rhythm of life, long-term results.
Hardware cosmetology includes a wide range of services: various types of procedures are designed to correct the skin of the face and body. They will be discussed below.
Indications for hardware methods of influence
Hardware techniques are indicated for patients of any age with the following aesthetic defects:
- facial wrinkles, creases, pigment spots;
- scars, scars, papillomas;
- Rosacea is a skin disease due to impaired arteriolar tone;
- open comedones - blackheads on the face;
- closed comedones - subcutaneous acne;
- telangiectasia - a network of dilated vessels;
- enlarged pores;
- pits, congestive spots, acne scars, after chickenpox;
- peeling, dry skin, loss of elasticity, ptosis;
- swelling;
- hypertrichosis - facial hair;
- stale skin color;
- freckles.
Signs of age-related changes for which physiotherapeutic methods are effective include:
- photoaging - premature wear of superficial skin structures caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight;
- chronoaging is the natural decline of the body due to age;
- wrinkles on the forehead, under the eyes;
- flabby skin that has lost its tone;
- "crow's feet" around the eyes.
Hardware cosmetology offers various types of procedures, allowing you to achieve excellent results in eliminating cosmetic defects caused by exogenous or endogenous influences, age-related changes, etc.
The best anti-aging effect is observed in patients at the first signs of aging. The optimal age for physiotherapeutic correction is from 30 to 50 years. In older age groups, it is advisable to use hardware techniques in combination with surgical treatment.
Facial skin tightening without surgery
Facial skin lifting without surgical intervention. This group includes methods that affect the deep layers of the skin, aimed at tightening sagging tissues, giving facial contours their original appearance
Hardware lifting is safe . Hardware skin lifting techniques are an alternative to surgery
Facial skin tightening without surgery
Types of Facial Technologies Used
The types of procedures that hardware cosmetology includes are divided depending on the depth of penetration into the tissue:
- Deep impact. Improving the aesthetic qualities of the skin occurs due to changes in the structure of its deep layers, including fat and muscle tissue. This group includes optical rays in the visible and infrared range, ultrasound, vacuum, electric currents, magnetic fields, etc.
- Superficial impact. Are external cosmetic defects eliminated? The ultraviolet range of optical rays is used.
- Surface humoral factors. The skin tissue's own protective mechanisms are activated. This group includes natural physical sources.
The choice of procedure is made by a specialist based on indications and contraindications. Complex effects are often used, when several physical factors are combined in one device. The doctor’s experience, proficiency in one or another therapeutic technique, and the quality of the equipment are decisive for a positive result.
Novoklinik offers patients an effective set of procedures for facial rejuvenation and elimination of cosmetic skin defects.
Fraxel fractional laser Fraxel
A new device for rejuvenation with a thin laser beam in small portions (25% per session) removes old skin, while microthermal zones are formed on it
A new method for solving aesthetic problems, including rejuvenation of the skin of the face and body - fractional photothermolysis is implemented in the Fraxel cosmetology laser (Fraxel)
Fraxel fractional laser Fraxel
Fractional photothermolysis
The laser beam is divided by a special lens into many thin beams. The impact of such a ray on the tissue is not represented by a single spot, but by pinpoint damage (microdoses), which activate physical and physico-chemical consequences in the skin: blood flow increases, the supply of oxygen to cells increases, energy and plastic processes are enhanced, old cells are eliminated and replaced by young ones. Thanks to this mechanism, fine wrinkles are eliminated, the skin is tightened, and hyperpigmentation disappears.
Laser effects in hardware cosmetology differ in the depth of penetration of the rays and the degree of damage: ablative (damaging) and non-ablative. The first damages the upper layers of the skin, reminiscent of grinding. With its help you can eliminate deep wrinkles, acne marks, pigment spots, and even out skin texture. Non-ablative photothermolysis penetrates into the deep layers of tissue without damaging the epidermis. The procedure is recommended for patients with initial signs of aging and fine wrinkles.
Indications for photothermolysis:
- medium wrinkles;
- pigmentation disorders, age spots;
- fine wrinkles around the eyes;
- enlarged pores;
- loose skin;
- scars, scars, pits;
- stale complexion.
By combining various laser properties, you can achieve an excellent rejuvenation effect for a long period of time and get rid of many cosmetic defects. Facial skin becomes smooth, elastic, healthy.
CO2 laser resurfacing
CO2 laser resurfacing using the Eraser device is used to eliminate age spots, reduce scars, stretch marks, and also to combat post-acne and wrinkles. The procedure consists of smoothing the surface layer of the skin. As a result, collagen is produced, which gradually fills wrinkles and marks from acquired injuries. The procedure lasts 30-40 minutes using an anesthetic cream. The number of procedures is prescribed by the doctor depending on the problem being solved. Rehabilitation is carried out individually; swelling and redness can last from several hours to 7 days. Repetition is possible once every two weeks.
RF lifting
The procedure uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves. As a result of exposure, the activity of fibroblasts (cells that provide skin turgor) is stimulated. Heating of tissues causes vasodilation, improved microcirculation, and saturation of cells with nutrients, which gives a quick facelift effect. In addition, the effect is cumulative - renewal of collagen fibers increases the tone of the frame and corrects the oval of the face.
The technique is indicated for the following cosmetic defects:
- age-related skin changes;
- nasolabial fold;
- changing the oval of the face.
There are several types of RF lifting. The doctor selects the procedure individually, depending on the area of therapeutic action and the clinical task.
Contour plastic surgery using subcutaneous injections
This group includes methods for eliminating deep nasolabial wrinkles (Restylane), blocking facial wrinkles (Botox and Dysport), correcting facial contours and nourishing the skin with active drugs using mesotherapy and plasma lifting
Contour plastic surgery is a direction in cosmetology that includes procedures aimed at correcting the shape of the cheekbones, chin, lips or the face as a whole using injections based on collagen or hyaluronic acid.
Contour plastic surgery using subcutaneous injections
Contraindications to hardware types of procedures
Despite the fact that hardware cosmetology methods are non-invasive, safe interventions, there are a number of contraindications to their use:
- oncological processes;
- exacerbation of diseases of internal organs;
- severe cardiovascular disorders;
- individual sensitivity to physical factors;
- keloid scars;
- pathology of the circulatory system;
- sinus inflammation;
- autoimmune processes;
- epilepsy;
- acute infections;
- renal, liver failure;
- installed pacemakers, implants;
- immune suppression;
- mental disorders;
- pregnancy and lactation.
Also, each technique has its own number of limitations for use. In order not to harm your health, it is necessary to inform the doctor at the preliminary consultation about your state of health, previous diseases and undergo a full examination.
Procedure
A month before photoirradiation, you must avoid visiting the solarium and the beach. Three days in advance - stop taking antibiotics and drugs that increase susceptibility to ultraviolet rays. Scheme of the skin photorejuvenation process:
Stage I: consultation with a dermatocosmetologist.
The doctor will examine your medical history in detail, find out the presence of contraindications and indications, and examine the dermis to determine its condition and the depth of the problem. After which he will draw up a treatment regimen, number of sessions and radiation parameters.
Stage II: procedure.
The patient is asked to wear safety glasses. The area of exposure is cleaned of dust and cosmetics. A special light-conducting composition is applied to the skin. To check the skin's reaction to radiation and adjust the device to the client's individual parameters, the doctor will conduct several test flashes. Then the cosmetologist treats the problem area with high-frequency light pulses.
Stage III: final.
During and after the manipulation, the patient feels warmth and a slight tingling sensation in the area affected by the rays. To relieve irritation, the doctor will apply a soothing regenerating cream with panthenol.
The duration of the procedure is approximately 20 minutes. The number of sessions is determined individually by the cosmetologist, which depends on the pathology and condition of the skin (from 3 to 6). Interval between phototherapy visits: 14 - 21 days.
The use of hardware procedures in cosmetology
Hardware cosmetology constantly offers new biotechnological developments and types of procedures. But in order for the technique to bring the most positive result, it is necessary to adhere to the principles of its use:
- mandatory preliminary preparation - examination, absence of foci of inflammation in the affected area;
- rational choice of procedure taking into account skin type, its characteristics, muscle condition, subcutaneous fat, clinical symptoms, individual sensitivity, patient expectations;
- course application - daily or at certain intervals;
- compliance of the technique with the nature of the aesthetic defect and the phase of the pathological process;
- compliance with the condition in dynamics - changing the intensity, frequency, duration, area of influence, connecting additional methods of therapy;
- integrated approach - a combination of several procedures, taking into account their compatibility;
- compliance with the doctor’s recommendations, timely attendance at all prescribed therapy sessions.
The quality and safety of the procedures performed largely depends on the experience and professionalism of the doctor. When choosing who to entrust your body to, you need to make sure that you go to a clinic with a good reputation.
Equipment for skin photorejuvenation
Cosmetologists have a variety of laser equipment at their disposal to carry out the procedure. One of the best installations is the high-tech platform Palomar Star Lux 500 with an intense pulsed light (IPL) attachment - Palomar MaxG. This is the most powerful of all systems designed for anti-age therapy.
An important advantage of the installation is the safety of its use even at maximum laser power. The equipment is equipped with a contact cooling device, which reduces the risk of tissue overheating and burns, and makes the procedure absolutely painless and comfortable.
Due to the high energy of exposure, the duration of the photorejuvenation session is significantly reduced. The ability to adjust the wavelength range provides versatility of use, taking into account individual patient characteristics. The facial photorejuvenation procedure with Palomar MaxG will restore youth to the skin and eliminate aesthetic defects (spider veins, rosacea, pigmentation and others).
