After 25 years, the production of collagen and elastin, as well as the synthesis of hyaluronic acid, slows down. This leads to the appearance of wrinkles, loss of tone and turgor.
Modern cosmetology offers many injection and hardware techniques aimed at rejuvenation. In most cases, specialists are inclined to invasive procedures, since the necessary substances are delivered precisely into the deep layers of the skin. These are mesotherapy and fractional mesotherapy. Invasive methods work especially well when accompanied by special cosmetics (cream, serums, DMAE Complex mask)
One of the popular anti-aging techniques is mesotherapy with dimethylaminoethanol. This drug, better known as DMAE, helps improve muscle tone, firmness and skin density.
DMAE mesotherapy: the effect of the procedure
In cosmetology, mesotherapy is widely used for rejuvenation. Its essence is that biologically active substances are injected under the skin.
One of the varieties of this technique is mesotherapy with the drug DMAE (Dimethylaminoethanol). This is an antioxidant whose action is aimed at restoring cell membranes.
As a result, they retain nutritional components in the body, which has a beneficial effect on the dermis.
With the help of Dmae mesotherapy, you can achieve good results, as evidenced by numerous reviews on the Internet.
At first, Dimethylaminoethanol was used as a dietary supplement that stimulates mental activity (memory, concentration) by increasing blood circulation in the vessels of the head.
But then it was discovered that Dmae has the ability to restore tissue at the cellular level, thereby inhibiting their aging.
A similar effect was discovered by chance: people taking this drug experienced lifting in the eyelids, cheekbones and cheeks. Therefore, this direction began to be developed and is now widely used in cosmetology.
Mesotherapy is carried out in order to deliver important substances, vitamins, and hyaluron to certain problem areas.
Dermatologist Barry Ginsburg
DMAE - what is it?
Mesoderm Dmae is a synthetic analogue of dimethylaminolethanol, which is found in human tissue. It has a number of useful properties that affect the quality and length of life.
In the photo: ampoules with Dmae from Mesoderm
DMAE began to be used as a medicine in the USA back in the 50-60s of the last century. However, the drug gained popularity around the world later, at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries.
In medicine, it is used to increase cognitive abilities, normalize sleep and general rejuvenation of the body.
In cosmetology, DMAE is used only for mesotherapy (not to be confused with biorevitalization).
Cosmetic procedures with this product improve skin immunity, protect against pigmentation, help smooth out wrinkles, and restore facial contour.
Types of DMA mesotherapy (6 options)
Today, the leader in the production of Dmae meso-cocktails is the Spanish company Mesoderm, which also produces other drugs used in mesotherapy and biorevitalization.
Most cosmetologists prefer such products because they are of high quality and are presented in a large assortment. Let's consider the most productive drugs.
With ascorbic acid
It is an odorless liquid. In addition to the main active ingredient (dimethylaminoethanol), the composition contains elastin and vitamin C.
The drug gives a lasting tightening effect by stimulating the production of your own collagen and elastin. And also, it counteracts inflammation and swelling.
It is allowed to use this cocktail in conjunction with rollers and for any hardware effect on the skin.
Dermatologist Sanusi Umar
Anti-Age
This drug is recommended for loss of elasticity of the skin and obvious signs of aging. Suitable for sensitive skin. It contains:
- L-carnitine – enhances cell regeneration by accelerating metabolic processes in them.
- Argireline is a peptide consisting of six amino acids. It inhibits the activity of acetylcholine, which is responsible for muscle contraction.
- Hyaluronic acid - restores hydrobalance in the skin, promotes elastin synthesis and has an antioxidant effect.
- Pyruvic acid – takes part in cellular respiration and normalizes metabolic processes.
DMAE Q Complex
Dmae cocktail from the Italian manufacturer Bioformula. Available in 5 ml bottles. It is used as a remedy to prevent age-related skin dysfunctions and to prevent their manifestations. For smokers, it will help restore freshness to the skin.
The composition includes the following components:
- Dimethylaminoethanol;
- Sodium hyaluronate;
- Coenzyme Q10;
- Glycolic acid.
Kosmo-Dmae
Mesococktail, which is already ready for use. Contains Dmae-hyaluronate, panthenol and red grape extract.
Indicated for skin after 35-40 years. It is also recommended for neutralizing the negative consequences that affect the epidermis as a result of stress, hormonal imbalance or dehydration.
Kosmo-Dmae Care
Highly concentrated composition to eliminate age-related changes. The active ingredient is Dmae - it contains 3%.
Complementary elements are sodium hyaluronate and bioflavonoid acid. The drug is suitable for any type of epidermis.
Algomax Ultra-lifting Essentials DMAE 105
This serum can be used for rejuvenation at home, which will serve as an alternative to salon procedures.
Its biochemical composition is almost similar to the set of components found in human skin. The drug is effective in correcting any skin defects, including age-related ones.
Apply it to the face, previously cleansed of makeup. To get the desired result, it is enough to do this twice a day.
How does DMAe mesotherapy work?
Before starting the DMA mesotherapy procedure, you must make an appointment with a cosmetologist, undergo an examination and receive advice on all issues of interest. It is important to exclude possible contraindications.
If a procedure is prescribed, then the further algorithm of the specialist’s actions is as follows:
- The skin is thoroughly cleaned of decorative cosmetics.
- Before injecting Dmae, the drug injection sites are treated with a disinfectant and antiseptic. At the patient's request, an anesthetic may be applied.
- The meso cocktail is drawn into a syringe with a very thin needle (the ampoules are opened in the presence of the client).
- At the end of the session, the epidermis is lubricated with some anti-inflammatory composition.
The number of sessions should be prescribed by a cosmetologist, focusing on the condition of the skin and the characteristics of the patient’s body.
Dermatologist Brian Chen
Even if you want to quickly get the desired result, you cannot do it in parts. The interval between procedures should be at least a week. A repeat course is allowed only after six months and not earlier.
How to remove DMAE from the body?
In rare cases, injections of mesotherapy complexes can lead to negative results. The appearance of asymmetry and migration of the active substance are excluded. But at the request of the patient, the doctor can neutralize the effect of DMAE using antiallergic drugs.
Intravenous injections of a calcium chloride solution will also help speed up the process of breaking down active elements.
Lymphatic drainage massage and hardware techniques aimed at accelerating biochemical processes in tissues may be prescribed.
How to behave afterwards (rehabilitation)
Since DMAE mesotherapy does not involve surgical intervention, there is no particularly long and grueling recovery period. Possible redness and swelling quickly disappear and the person can calmly return to their usual pace of life.
True, during the first days you need to adhere to a number of rules:
- protect your skin with sunscreen before each time you go outside;
- do not touch your face again, much less comb it;
- Avoid solariums, baths and saunas, as well as long baths with hot water.
The listed instructions should be followed for the first 5-7 days after DMAE injections. Then there will definitely be no negative reactions and the dermis will be completely restored.
The result of Dmae mesotherapy is visible within a week, when the residual effects completely disappear. If you want to verify the veracity of what has been said, you can look in advance on the Internet for photos before and after the session.
Positive and negative aspects of the procedure
Mesotherapy with Dmae-drug is popular due to multiple advantages:
- the result is noticeable after the first session;
- this method of rejuvenation and correction of skin defects is available to everyone who has reached the age of majority;
- 5-6 procedures are sufficient to obtain the desired effect;
- does not involve surgical intervention;
- the drug is absolutely safe in the absence of health contraindications;
- there is practically no rehabilitation period;
- short duration of the procedure;
- the result lasts for a long period.
Judging by the number of reviews, most of them positive, this technique can be considered truly unique in terms of preventing aging.
After a full course, the skin surface becomes firm and elastic, wrinkles are smoothed out and the oval of the face is indicated.
With the help of DMAE mesotherapy, you can solve other problems: remove oily shine, get rid of acne and small scars.
The main feature of dimethylaminoethanol is its anti-inflammatory effect. For this reason, it is great for treating acne and acne.
Dermatologist Barry Ginsburg
But not everything is so rosy, since this method also has disadvantages (for some they are not significant). The doctor must inform you about them at the preliminary consultation. These include:
- High price - you will have to pay from 4 to 8 thousand rubles. for 1 time, which depends on a number of factors (region, prestige of the salon, professionalism of the specialist);
- During the procedure, discomfort may occur if the pain threshold is low.
If you are afraid of pain, you should ask your doctor to use anesthetics. For this, special ointments are usually used. But it is worth considering that this will not only decrease skin sensitivity, but also reduce the effect of administering the Dmae drug.
Advantages and disadvantages
DMAE mesotherapy, like any cosmetology technique, has its disadvantages and advantages. Therefore, before agreeing to manipulation, you should learn more about it.
Pros of the procedure:
- Quick results. Most patients note that the effect of the cocktail is noticeable after the second session.
- Short course. To achieve a stable and long-lasting effect, 4-5 procedures are enough.
- The duration of the session does not exceed 10–12 minutes.
- Minimum age – possible from 18 years of age.
- Safety. DMAE cocktails have a minimum of contraindications.
Reviews about DMAE mesotherapy are most often good. Most women note the quick effect and prolonged effect of the procedure.
Here we should also talk about the disadvantages of dimethylaminoethanol. Patients and cosmetologists consider the disadvantage of the pain of injections, which, unlike classical mesotherapy, are performed into the muscle.
True, the discomfort with each injection lasts no more than 3 seconds, but it is there. Even local anesthesia does not help.
The disadvantages include the high cost of the procedure. To save a little on mesotherapy, you can, by agreement with a cosmetologist, purchase the DMAE complex yourself and pay only for the specialist’s work.
Use Cases
Dimethylaminoethanol is a universal substance. It can be used both externally and internally.
In the first case, DMAE is used only for mesotherapy. Other cosmetological techniques, such as biorevitalization, are ineffective with deanol.
Many dietary supplements have been developed for internal use, which are in great demand not only among the fair sex, but also among athletes. Bodybuilders take dimethylaminoethanol to increase muscle mass and improve endurance.
Maintaining an external course of DMAE mesotherapy with internal dietary supplements enhances and prolongs the process of skin rejuvenation and restoration.
Question answer
According to numerous reviews that can be read on forums, a demesotherapy session lasts no more than 10 minutes. Perhaps a little longer, depending on the area being treated.
In such a situation, cosmetologists advise paying attention to laser resurfacing. Peeling with chemical acids can also help.
The fact is that each organism is individual, so it is impossible to say for sure. Basically, doctors advise going for a repeat course after 5-7 months.
Who is indicated and contraindicated for DMAe-mesotherapy?
We found out what DMAe mesotherapy is and how it is carried out. Now it’s worth indicating in what cases it is indicated.
INDICATIONS
- loss of skin tone, which manifests itself as sagging;
- certain areas on the face sag;
- There are various minor defects on the face: scars, rashes, inflammation, pigmentation;
- wrinkles and folds appeared in the nose and lips.
Mesotherapy with DMAE is not contraindicated at any age, if there is a reason for it. Many cosmetologists agree that such injections are even useful for young people as a prevention of acne and early aging.
Now let's move on to contraindications, and there are few of them. First of all, it is an individual intolerance to individual components in the composition. There are also other prohibitions.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- period of bearing a baby and breastfeeding;
- diabetes;
- oncology;
- viral lesions in the acute stage;
- gallbladder problems.
Before deciding on DMA mesotherapy, you need to weigh the pros and cons. First of all, consult a doctor and discuss all the nuances.
Contraindications
Before starting the procedures, the cosmetologist excludes possible contraindications. DMAE mesotherapy sessions are not performed:
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women;
- People with chronic diseases of the heart, liver, kidneys, cholelithiasis;
- In case of violations of the integrity of the skin - wounds, burns, purulent inflammatory processes;
- Cancer patients;
- Patients with poor blood clotting and a tendency to bleed;
- During exacerbation of herpetic infection;
An absolute contraindication to DMAE mesotherapy is individual intolerance to the components of the cocktail.
Possible complications
Despite the fact that injections with the Dmae drug are practically safe, the possibility of some complications cannot be ruled out.
During the first session, there is a high probability of minor pain, so you will have to be patient a little. This is explained by the fact that when the drug is administered, the integrity of the dermis is disrupted.
In addition to pain, the following negative manifestations are noted:
- redness at injection sites;
- swelling;
- bruises.
Such phenomena quickly go away on their own if the procedure is carried out correctly.
If they continue to bother you for a long period, then chamomile infusion helps. They moisten napkins and apply them to problem areas. In this way it is possible to relieve inflammation and remove swelling.
Applications
Some comsetologists use capsules, others prefer ampoules. In any case, regular use of dimethylaminoethanol can be dangerous because it accelerates muscle growth. This substance helps break down lethicin in the body and helps remove toxins from it.
As for drugs, the most popular ones include Complex Plus, Mesoderm and Kosmo Teros. These mixtures are aimed at deep lifting and increasing the elasticity of the skin.
For injections of highly concentrated dimethylaminoethanol, cosmetologists use ordinary saline solution. This is due to several reasons. Firstly, pain and discomfort with this approach are significantly reduced. Secondly, saline solution prevents bruising and swelling. The cost of the procedure depends on the ingredients of the “Dmae-cocktail” and averages four to five thousand rubles.
Reviews
A few reviews from patients will help summarize all that has been said:
TATYANA, 45 YEARS OLD:
“Not long ago I underwent mesotherapy with the drug Dmae.
I decided on it on the advice of a friend and did not regret it. Since I am already over 40, I began to notice minor age-related changes in the skin: wrinkles, loss of elasticity, nasolabial folds. It only took me 4 sessions to see a clear transformation.
1 ml of product is enough for one session. After such mesotherapy, the effect is the same as with the introduction of hyaluronic acid or Botox. Overall, I'm satisfied."
OLGA, 28 YEARS OLD:
“I would like to recommend the peptide meso-complex Mesopharm Flash Peptide.
He was the one who helped me regain my beauty. The skin became elastic and silky again, as in its youth. After reading reviews on the Internet, I hesitated for a long time to try this method of rejuvenation because of the pain that many write about.
But after trying it, I realized that the procedure is not particularly painful - it can be tolerated. I recommend it to everyone!”
Cost of the drug
The price of DMAE for mesotherapy for 1 bottle is from 3000 to 4000 rubles.
A session of such therapy with meso-cocktails costs about 5,000-7,000 rubles. You can buy a mesotherapy complex from Mesoderm at a pharmacy or order it through an online store.
The price of 1 ampoule depends on the composition, area of administration and varies from 500 to 2000 rubles.
To check the originality of the ampoule, check the product serial number on the manufacturer's official website or request a quality certificate from the seller.
Expert opinion
- Cosmetologist
- Surgeon
Deborah Longwill
practicing dermatologist-cosmetologist
Don't worry if you experience hyperemia after the session. This is the medical name for redness of the skin. Usually the redness disappears within half an hour. Sometimes patients experience the appearance of bruises, but they also disappear, but this will take about 2-3 days.
Aisha Baron
plastic surgeon
Mesotherapy is considered one of the popular procedures.
If you use the most expensive creams, you will not be able to achieve a similar result, because the components cannot penetrate deep into the skin. And injections allow you to achieve such penetration. Having decided on DMA mesotherapy, it is not recommended to buy the drug yourself. It is better to contact a specialist who will select it correctly. Otherwise, many people, in order to save money, purchase meso-cocktails on dubious Internet sites and risk coming across a fake.
