Today in the market of the beauty industry you can find the richest assortment of equipment. Intelligent machines help us regain and preserve beauty. Let's talk in this article about different types of laser devices for skin rejuvenation - which one to choose for a particular procedure, how they differ, etc.
Laser skin tightening has long been an alternative to a surgical scalpel. This lifting is a minimally invasive procedure, after which there is no suturing or a long recovery period. It is called fractional thermolysis because, during manipulations, the laser beam splits into small beams (fractions), with the help of which a microgrid is created on the surface of the dermis. In fact, these are microgrades. The body begins to recover vigorously, producing collagen and elastin in the cells.
As a bonus from restoring skin structure, it has smoothing wrinkles, whitening pigmented areas, improving color and fighting scars and blemishes.
Features
There are several lines of modern laser systems in the cosmetics market. Almost all devices are able to adapt to the individual needs and problems of the client. For example, thin or sensitive facial skin, a tendency to allergies, etc.
Fractional renewal techniques are divided as follows, depending on the intensity and depth of penetration:
Not ablative
In this technology, microtrauma is not formed - the laser beam does not "damage" the epidermis, the effect is only at deep levels. But the internal processes of regeneration are still heated, fibroblasts begin to be actively stimulated.
Ablative
In this case, the result of exposure to the laser beam is more pronounced - the tissue evaporates from the upper soy of the epidermis. The device is suitable for aging skin, successfully solves the problems of ptosis, deep wrinkles and strong pigmentation.
What laser is there?
Laser skin tightening is usually performed with two types of devices. Let us tell you more about them.
Carbon dioxide
First introduced to the market in the 1980s, it was based on a carbon pulse device. The effect of the application was colossal, however, the recovery period lasted a long time. Not all clients could afford a rehabilitation period of two to three months.
Erbium
But this model appeared in the 90s. Powered by crystals. Delivers moisture to the cells immediately, which is why it has a more targeted effect on the skin layers.
Some models of modern equipment use additional capabilities obtained from neodymium and thulium lasers.
The most popular brands are Palomar, Fraxel and GentleYAG.
Fraxel perfectly copes with fine wrinkles, blemishes, scars, smoothes the skin, removes acne. Acts on the skin very delicately, you can work successfully even with thin and sensitive eyelid skin.
GentleYAG is used when it comes to complex erection. After the procedure, the pores are narrowed, the wrinkles are softened, the vascular network is reduced and the tissue weakness disappears. An important plus can be considered the possibility of such a laser rejuvenation using this technology, even in summer.
The well-known palomar is used by specialists for various purposes. This is the treatment of rosacea, tightening the skin and removing the defects.
Indications, prices and contraindications
This method will turn the clock back, it is recommended to start from the age of 40-45 years. The laser helps solve many problems:
- tissue weakness;
- rosacea;
- defects, skin imperfections (scars, sores, scars after acne);
- rise;
- lighting and tone leveling;
- wrinkle removal;
- narrowing of the pores;
- fight against age spots and blemishes.
Working with equipment of this type has many advantages. Anesthesia in this technology is not required, the recovery period also, the effect is noticeable immediately.
The cosmetologist is obliged to advise the client and choose the right therapy strategy - how many sessions are needed, how deep the beam should be.
Before the procedure it is advisable to prepare the skin by performing a cleansing peeling. On average, the entire session lasts from five to 25 minutes. Finally, the technician will apply a special cooling gel to the treated areas to reduce swelling and redness.
Prices in each region and salon are set to their own. But let’s face it, fun is not cheap.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have oncology, diabetes mellitus, or have herpes or skin diseases, you can not perform this type of rejuvenation technique.