Treatments for aging skin

Aging of the skinis gradual and unstoppable. Time can not be defeated, but modern cosmetology offers a complexanti-aging measures, slows down the formation of wrinkles and age spots, protects skin elasticity and fresh look. In our article we will talk about what skin care procedures can be done at home and how to deal with the signs of aging in a cosmetology clinic.

Causes of skin aging

Over the years, ours has changedhormonal background, slows down metabolic processes. Natural proteins collagen and elastin (skin building materials)produced more slowly and in smaller quantities, cell renewal is less intensive. It becomes leatherbecomes less elastic, drier and thinner, its protective properties are reduced.Also, due to the delay in cell renewal, keratinized cells do not erode on their own and form a dense surface layer (keratosis process), where the number of melanocytes responsible for pigmentation increases. Wet spots become more prominent, lentigo is visible.

Signs of skin aging are:

• wet wrinkles;
• increased pigmentation;
• delayed regeneration;
• dryness;
• peeling tendency.

There may be reasons for premature agingnegative heredity, bad habits, nutrition, hormonal disorders, chronic diseases, inadequate care and even bad ecology.

Anti-aging careis a set of measures (cosmetics, procedures, drugs, etc. ) aimed at eliminating or mitigating the signs of aging of the skin of the face and body.

Anti-aging care features

Anti-aging care is aimed at:

• stimulation of metabolic processes in the skin, its restorative and protective functions;
• restoration of skin elasticity, oval straightening and reduction of wrinkles;
• nutrition and hydration;
• combating increased pigmentation;
• protection from harmful effects (primarily from ultraviolet radiation).

Anti-aging care may include:

• internal elimination of the problem of premature aging: taking drugs that stimulate the production of collagen, vitamins, nutritional correction, drinking regimen;
• treatment of chronic diseases,adaptation of hormonal levels in women;
• changes in living conditions: constant flights or applying makeup, lack of sleep, stress, refusing to work, including prolonged exposure to the sun; move to other climatic and environmental conditions;
• home care: anti-aging creams, light peels, serums and masks; self-massage, tape, facial fitness;
• cosmetic procedures.

General guidelines for anti-aging treatment

After 25 years, the elasticity of the skin gradually decreases, the first wrinkles appear, so cosmetologists recommend it from this age.Apply anti-aging cosmetics.

Here are some signs that you should seek anti-aging treatment:

1. skin type changes, dryness and tendency to peeling;
2. formation of wrinkles;
3. loses skin elasticity, facial oval "floats", hair and sagging appear;
4. appearance of wet spots, skin becomes dull, earthy;
5. enlargement of pores, long-term recovery after acne, injury, the appearance of small scars;
6. Increased skin sensitivity - cold reactions and exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Types of cosmetic procedures for facial rejuvenation

Rejuvenation on the device

A painless apparatus procedure based on the method of delivering therapeutic serums to the skin of the face and body by whirlpool and vacuum removal of defects, dead cells and processed compounds.

This is the uniqueness of this type of anti-aging therapyAn amazing multicomplex effect noticeable immediately after 1 session. Absolute safety are the main advantages due to the individual nozzle, painlessness, as well as the ability to replace several visits to different specialists.

The procedure also combines:

• cleaning;
• peeling;
• removal;
• hydration and nutrition;
• lifting and rejuvenation;
• defense.

It usually takes 7-10 sessions to achieve the maximum rejuvenation effect.

Photo rejuvenation of the face

This is a very effective procedure that allowsEliminate skin imperfections, for example:

• dark spots;
• post-acne;
• vascular formations;
• solar keratosis;
• small wrinkles.

Thanks to the movement of intense pulsed color of a certain rangeThe skin is restored, age-related changes are eliminated, metabolic processes are improved, the process of cell regeneration begins.

Before the procedure, a special conductive gel is applied to the skin. It should be done regularly after photorejuvenationuse sunscreen, including decorative cosmetics with a high protection factor against the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays. For maximum rejuvenation effectPhoto correction will take 3-5 sessions.

Botulinum therapy

Botulinum therapy -It is the injection of botulinum toxin protein into the facial muscle tissue, which has a calming effect.Under the influence of neurotoxins, the muscles stop contracting and pull the skin with them, wrinkles are smoothed for up to six months. In addition to the fact that the procedure is very painful, it is necessary to observe after itA number of rules during rehabilitation:You can not hold and paint in a horizontal position for several hours, you can exercise for a few days, drink alcohol, go to the sauna and solarium and do other cosmetic procedures.

Mesotherapy

The principle of rejuvenation is based on the subcutaneousApplication of mesococktails containing hyaluronic acid, plant extracts, vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants and homeopathic and medicinal products.

After the initial local anesthesia with a special cream, many micro-injections are made into the skin of the face and neck. The procedure has a rejuvenating and therapeutic effect, helps to remove toxins, get rid of defects and restore lipid metabolism.

Mesotherapy can be performed by one of the hardware methods:

• laser;
• hydromesotherapy;
• oxygen;
• ion;
• cryomotherapy.

You need for complex rejuvenation8-10 treatments at weekly intervals. The effect can last up to a year, but more often it decreases significantly after 6-7 months.

Biorevitalization

This type of rejuvenation differs from mesotherapy in that it is based on a principlesaturation of the skin with hyaluronic acid. The procedure can be performed in different ways:

• injection;
• laser;
• iontophoresis;
• magnetophoresis;
• cryobiorevitalization;
• oxygen;
• peptide;
• fractional.

Hyaluronic acid has a complex effect on the skin:

• moisturizer;
• increased strength and elasticity;
• restoration of protective functions;
• activation of natural production of collagen and elastin;
• smoothing wrinkles;
• Gives skin a healthy tone.

A course of rejuvenation is usually done with the help of biorevitalizationIncludes 4-7 sessions.

Peels

For chemical peelingBased on AHA & PHA acidshas a complex effect on the skin, removes and awakens dead cells, stimulates regeneration and normalizes metabolic processes.

Most medium and deep (up to the level of the dermis) peels are used for rejuvenation. A long recovery is required after the procedure -use of sunscreen, sedatives, moisturizers, because during rehabilitation the skin becomes very swollen, redness is observed and the aesthetic appearance is far from ideal. The anti-aging effect is achieved after 6 procedures with an average interval of 10-14 days.

How to prepare for anti-aging treatments

To prepare for anti-aging treatmentsnecessary:

• reduce swelling, limit the use of liquids, spicy and salty foods, fish and seafood for 2-3 days;
• Do not drink alcohol for 3-5 days;
• Avoid findingin direct sunlight without sunscreen;
• avoid other procedures,damage or reduce the protective functions of the skin;
• Use moisturizer and nourishingcosmetics;
• apply self-massage techniques.

When to start using anti-aging cosmetics

You can start using anti-aging productsafter more than 25 years, but there is no need to overload and use age-appropriate lifting effect compositions. Otherwise, the skin adapts to cosmetics, and at a more mature age, when it is worth applying enhanced measures, they will not work.

enough to starttoning and moisturizing, as well as light peels and restorative masks at home.Then, as the skin ages, use age-appropriate creams (listed on the package), visit a beauty salon, and even resort to surgical facials if necessary.

Precautions

When striving for beauty, it is important to remember that the main task is not to spoil the appearance, but to improve it. To make skin look healthy and radiant at any age,The following nuances should be considered:

1. before any cosmetic procedureconsult a cosmetologist, and the specialist must be from a proven clinic, have extensive work experience and quality education. Such a specialist will not use unnecessary or inappropriate manipulations and tools;
2. Do not do your chemical peels at home, also rub the skin very often with compositions with large abrasive particles;
3. It is very important to take into accountyour skin type and health status.Matching a friend or relative can be completely unacceptable to you;
4. if on the skinmicrotraumas, cuts and inflammation,cosmetic procedures should be postponed