It is now fashionable to be well-groomed, young and beautiful. But youth is a gradual phenomenon, and because we want to keep it as long as possible, cosmetologists give us this opportunity by developing, presenting and applying the latest, most effective techniques, rejuvenation procedures. But what should a person who wants to prolong his youth and beauty, rejuvenate his skin and improve his appearance, choose from a wide range of modern cosmetic procedures? This article describes in detail the essence of one of the latest methods - plasmolifting, the safety and high efficiency of this technique.
What is plasmolifting
Human blood has a great potential to stimulate all the body's resources in the fight against aging and age-related changes, rejuvenate the skin and overall tissue repair. The plasmolifting procedure, on the other hand, contributes to a highly effective expression that is a manifestation of all this potential. What is plasmolifting, what is it based on, and how is this cosmetology procedure performed, which effectively rejuvenates the skin and subcutaneous tissues?
Plasmolifting is a cosmetological procedure, a non-surgical technique that rejuvenates the skin by activating the processes of tissue regeneration in the human body. This is the latest method that has revolutionized cosmetology. The basic principles and ideas of technology, like everything else, are very simple. This cosmetological procedure, the basic concepts of which are based on the ability of a human patient to restore platelet-rich blood plasma. The resulting plasma is injected into problem areas of the skin. Thanks to such injections, the human body receives a strong stimulus to activate the natural rejuvenating and restorative processes.
Such stimulating properties of platelet-rich plasma ensure the formation of skin cells from stem cells, the normalization of metabolic processes, the formation of hyaluronic acid molecules, stimulate blood circulation, increase the production of elastin and collagen. Rejuvenation of the skin and deeper subcutaneous tissues begins.
There are many other synonyms for this cosmetology procedure, for example, ACR - autologous cell rejuvenation, skin autorejuvenation, autoplasmic skin therapy, skin plasma revitalization, plasma biorevitalization, hemorejuvenation, plasma biorevitalization, "draculotherapy".
The plasmolifting procedure is partially similar to biomesotherapy in that it uses the patient's biomaterials for injection, thus ensuring full compatibility of the biological components and eliminating the possibility of complications in the form of allergic reactions.
Plasmolifting is similar to the cosmetology procedure ReGen Lab, developed by Swiss experts, which rejuvenates the skin and subcutaneous tissue. However, this is a more expensive procedure and requires expensive equipment.
History of plasmolifting
The first precursors of this method have been used in medicine for more than a hundred years, autohemotherapy (transfusion of a patient's blood from a vein to the hip muscle) and for more than a hundred years. therapy, a method of treating certain diseases by intravenous injection of blood plasma.
The first experiments aimed at rejuvenating human skin were performed in the United States decades ago, immediately before the advent of plasmolifting. As a result of these studies, a cosmetological procedure called PRP therapy (PRP-Plateled Rich Plasma - platelet-rich plasma) emerged. The plasmolifting procedure is a modification of PRP therapy, patented by specialists in 2004.
Mechanism of action
In addition to their main function of accelerating blood clotting, platelets are able to secrete growth factor proteins that stimulate cell division and growth. After an injury, platelets usually accumulate near the wound, begin the process of stopping the blood, and also restore the damaged area.
In order to artificially renew the cells and thus rejuvenate the skin, it is necessary to deceive the patient's body, for example, by inflicting a small injury, as in a chemical peeling procedure, or by delivering platelets to the desired area. Such a move will serve as a signal to start the regeneration process.
Thus, platelet-rich plasma helps regenerate skin cells when injected into the right areas. Fibroblasts (connective tissue cells) begin to effectively produce elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, accelerate the formation of new skin cells and rejuvenate the skin.
Plasmolifting coverage
Plasmolifting procedure is widely used in cosmetology. Highly effective and fast, painless skin rejuvenation is its merit. This cosmetology procedure is also used successfully in trichology as an effective way to combat baldness and hair loss. After several plasmolifting sessions, the structure of the hair is restored, their loss stops and the process of healthy hair growth begins. 2-10 plasmolifting procedures may be required to treat hair loss and baldness, depending on the general condition of the hair.
Plasmolifting procedure is successfully used in dentistry to accelerate the process of implantation and treatment of periodontitis.
Tips for plasmolifting
The plasma filling procedure has the following parameters for its implementation:
- peeling and drying of the skin;
- prevention of the appearance of stretch marks with acute weight loss;
- Mimicry and small wrinkles over 25 years - over 35 years;
- violation of the basic properties of the skin due to weight loss;
- early signs of skin prolapse, loss of firmness, elasticity;
- acceleration of skin tissue regeneration processes after laser and chemical peeling;
- acne and other dermatological diseases;
- age-related elastosis, "gray" skin;
- Skin rejuvenation after strong exposure to UV rays (tanning, solarium);
- sparse dull hair;
- baldness and dandruff;
- correction of adverse effects of botox injections.
Contraindications for plasmolifting
Plasmolifting procedure has the following contraindications to its implementation:
- mental disorders;
- sharp sagging of the skin;
- blood diseases;
- immunity disorders;
- chronic diseases;
- exacerbation of various chronic diseases;
- diabetes mellitus in severe forms;
- diseases of various internal organs of the patient;
- allergy to anticoagulants used in the manufacture of injections;
- menstruation;
- oncological diseases;
- hypofibrinogenemia;
- platelet abnormalities and dysfunctions, low platelet count (less than 100, 000 for 1 µl);
- low hemoglobin (level less than 100 g per 1 liter);
- firing, high temperature;
- pregnancy;
- use of antibiotics;
- lactation period;
- antiplatelet therapy;
- Use NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) less than two days before the procedure, such as aspirin, analgin;
- Inflammation of the skin at the injection site.
This cosmetology procedure has the following main restrictions imposed on the patient before the procedure:
- ban on going to the solarium;
- natural tanning ban;
- It is forbidden to visit swimming pools and saunas.
Plasmolifting procedure: conducting
It is recommended to undergo some tests before the procedure: biochemical and clinical blood tests, blood tests for infectious diseases. The patient's blood is then drawn from a vein into a test tube containing a gel and an anticoagulant. The volume of blood taken depends mainly on the individual and biological characteristics of the patient. Usually it is about 10-20 ml. Then, using a special centrifuge, the blood is divided into three fractions:
- cell component (leukocytes and erythrocytes);
- platelet-rich plasma (approximately 1 million per 1 µl);
- weak plasma in platelets (less than 150, 000 per 1 µl).
Platelet-enriched blood plasma is injected into micro-injections into problem areas previously treated with an antiseptic solution. After its application, fibroblasts are placed along the Langer line (age-related natural elongation line). Tightening of the skin occurs in the process of stimulating the formation of elastin and collagen. The microinjection method is generally similar to mesotherapy.
If necessary, anesthesia can be used with a special cream. At the end of the procedure, the areas where the plasmolifting procedure is performed are again treated with antiseptic. During the first 3 days after plasmolifting, patients usually experience redness and peeling of the skin, as well as a slight darkening of the skin. Small wrinkles may appear on the surface of the skin. It usually disappears after three days.
The duration of the procedure usually varies from 40 to 50 minutes. The main course of plasmolifting is 4 sessions with a frequency of 1 session in one or two weeks. And to maintain and strengthen the effect obtained, it is necessary to repeat about 2 courses of plasmolifting each year.
To prevent unpleasant side effects, the authors of plasmolifting are forbidden to change the method, for example, to add other components, vitamins to plasma-rich plasma.
Plasma skin rejuvenation procedure has the most important advantage over other cosmetic procedures - to stimulate collagen production over time, ie to improve the overall condition of the skin, skin rejuvenation lasts for up to a year in the following months. including.
Plasmolifting procedure: efficiency
In 40% of cases, the effect is noticeable immediately after plasmolifting. In all other cases, this cosmetology procedure does not show itself immediately, the results are visible after about 2 weeks. Experts recommend several procedures to get a clearer, better effect. Then the rejuvenation of the skin of the treated area will be very noticeable. The results of the procedure can last up to two years.
The effect can be compared with the chemical peeling of the skin of the neck and face: it rejuvenates, becomes elastic, improves color, smooths fine wrinkles. The most noticeable result after the procedure is the effect of "porcelain skin" - the skin becomes very velvety, soft, smooth, as if glowing from the inside. Plasmolifting procedure is effective only when the first signs of age-related changes and aging of the skin appear. Only then can its application effectively rejuvenate the skin. If you have deeper wrinkles or indistinct ovals on the face, this cosmetology procedure will not give good results.
The following is the recommended average duration of a plasma lifting course, as well as the results obtained for the following most common skin problems:
- skin ptosis. The result: increased turgor and skin tone. 4-6 procedures 1 session in 7 days.
- Wrinkles. The result: a reduction in the depth and number of wrinkles, a slowing down of age-related changes. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Photography. Outcome: elimination or reduction of hyperpigmentation, photoaging. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Tired skin. Result: reduction of circles under the eyes, swelling, as well as improvement of skin color, local increase in skin immunity. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Problematic skin. Result: reduction of acne, improvement of skin condition, its relaxation. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry Skin. Nutrition and hydration, activation of metabolic processes. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Hair loss, baldness. The result: prevents the death of hair follicles, activates hair growth. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry, thin hair. Result: increase in blood supply and nutrition of hair follicles, restoration of hair structure. 2-4 treatments 1 session every 7 days.
- Dandruff, oily scalp problem. Normalization of sebaceous glands, removal of dandruff. 4-6 procedures, 1 session every 7 days.
Plasmolifting procedure: safety
Plasmolifting is a completely safe cosmetology procedure that provides almost painless rejuvenation of the skin without serious subsequent complications. Platelet-rich plasma injections are not immunoreactive or toxic because, as noted above, such plasma is obtained from the patient's blood without the addition of additional substances and drugs. Since the plasma rejuvenation procedure helps to activate the body's secret reserves, such skin rejuvenation does not cause any rejection. Minor complications such as skin blemishes, redness, necrosis, hypopigmentation are possible. Also, this cosmetic procedure does not have a recovery period. It should be noted that such complications are theoretically possible, but the chances of their occurrence are very small.
Combination with other procedures
The plasmolifting procedure combines perfectly with other cosmetic anti-aging procedures, such as all types of peels and laser rejuvenation. Then skin rejuvenation will show itself most effectively. Also, this cosmetology procedure is perfect for preparing the skin before plastic surgery and improving its condition and appearance during the postoperative recovery period. It can be combined with other laser procedures to achieve the highest efficiency of the plasmolifting method:
- Hyaluronoplasty using a laser will prepare the skin for an increase in the amount of hyaluronic acid;
- laser photothermolysis will allow to combine the results obtained from plasmolifting;
- The combined laser will eventually increase the rejuvenating effect.
Plasmolifting procedure: price
The plasmolifting procedure itself is inexpensive because the patient is a supplier of platelet-rich plasma, a centrifuge that breaks down blood into fractions, and the injection can be performed by a cosmetologist trained in mesotherapy. needles. The main component of the cost of a plasmolifting procedure is intellectual property. But this cosmetic procedure is not so expensive.
The total cost is formed taking into account the number and area of treated areas.