Facial skin rejuvenation: preparation, procedures, home care

what are we talking aboutSkin rejuvenation is a process that aims to restore natural elasticity, color and reduce the signs of aging. There are many methods for home use or exclusively in cosmetology or medical centers.

What procedures?Chemical peeling, photorejuvenation, mesotherapy, and radiofrequency lifting are suitable for effective facial skin rejuvenation. Among the home remedies, masks, creams, body lotions and face washes are well-proven.

From this material you will learn:

• Causes of skin aging
• Indications for antiaging procedures
• Preparation for rejuvenation procedures
• Facial rejuvenation procedures
• Facial rejuvenation procedures for different age groups
• Homemade facial skin care
• Frequently asked questions about facial rejuvenation

Causes of skin aging

Modern cosmetology is constantly evolving. New care products, medicines and devices appear. However, scientists have not been able to fully understand the true causes of skin aging. However, the research of biologists allows us to imagine how this happens in the body. The tissues become unstable against the metabolic processes occurring in them. Cells cannot restore their own chemical balance after the reactions that have taken place in them. The skin dries out and wrinkles appear. But the point is not only about the disruption of cellular regulation, but also about a number of factors triggered by the person himself:

• without caring for the epidermis;
• unbalanced diet;
• leading an unhealthy lifestyle;
• stressing the skin, leaving it unprotected (exposed to the scorching sun for a long time or in severe frost).

Yes, skin aging cannot be avoided, but it can be slowed down. To do this, you need to take good care of the epidermis and keep it in good shape.

A wide range of procedures and care products have been developed to rejuvenate the skin of the face and body. All this has been studied more than once, so it will definitely have an effect. The most important thing to remember is that these are not magic pills that will make your skin look young and firm forever, but they give you an excellent chance of keeping it in good condition for as long as possible. Every woman wants to stay not only attractive but also healthy in her 40s, 50s and 60s. Appropriate skin care contributes to this.

Representatives of the fair sex who have incorporated anti-aging care into their daily routine:

• slowing down the aging process of the skin by improving the body's drainage properties and blood flow;
• activation of synthesis to restore the resources so necessary for the epidermis;
• improving the condition of the skin and the contour of the face;
• renewal of the epidermis.

The desired effect can only be achieved if all the beautician's recommendations are followed. You need to rethink the menu (add more healthy products to it) and lead an active lifestyle. Of course, it is also necessary to establish a sleeping schedule and spend time in nature more often.

Indications for antiaging procedures

Many girls are afraid to miss the moment when changes in skin condition become visible and irreversible. Unfortunately, there is no specific age after which you should start maintaining the good condition of the epidermis with creams and massage. As soon as the first signs of aging appear, even if they are just shallow wrinkles, you should incorporate anti-aging procedures into your daily beauty rituals to maintain youthful and firm skin.

Rejuvenation of the skin of the face and neck is necessary if:

• the epidermis has lost its previous tone, an unhealthy complexion is observed, the skin sags;
• wrinkles of any degree were found (deep and shallow);
• the relief of the face changed, a double chin appeared;
• mimic wrinkles and bags under the eyes are noticed;
• the epidermis is very dry, obvious peeling is observed;
• the swelling does not decrease;
• the corners of the eyes and lips drooped;
• the jaw became visible in the lower part of the face;
• pigment spots and acne breakouts are clearly visible.

This is just a small list. If a woman discovers any of the above, she should contact a cosmetologist. There are hundreds of similar reasons. And self-medication will not help here. You can keep your skin tone for many years only if you strictly follow the instructions of a qualified doctor.

Preparation for rejuvenation procedures

Facial skin rejuvenation without surgery requires careful preliminary preparation.  

Here is the most important thing that most beauticians insist on:

• such procedures should be carried out no earlier than 2-4 weeks after active sunbathing (we are not talking only about traveling to hot countries, but also about traveling to the solarium);
• care must be combined, the same manipulation of the skin must not be repeated several times in a row;
• During skin rejuvenation procedures, you must give up smoking and alcoholic beverages;
• it is necessary to limit the consumption of salty and spicy foods, as they only strain the blood vessels more, which contributes to the appearance of swelling;
• you need to start preparing the skin, actively hydrate it with various creams, masks, serums, etc.
• After a few procedures, it is advisable to spend several days in a calm, homely environment, so try to plan your time so that work matters are postponed for a while.

All skin treatments are prescribed by a cosmetologist and are performed only under his strict supervision. Sometimes he may send you for further tests. For example, certain hardware procedures are strictly prohibited for people with heart and blood vessel disease. And rejuvenating injections are prohibited for patients if their blood clotting is insufficient. If such health problems are already known to a person, then a specialist in the field of cosmetology should be warned.

The rejuvenating procedure must be postponed if the visitor shows signs of viral infection, as well as inflammation, wounds, tumors at the treatment site (face, neck, etc. ).

Facial rejuvenation procedures

Previously, only one method was used to solve the problems of aging skin - surgery. The doctor removed the subcutaneous fat, cut off the excess, tightened the oval of the face. Of course, plastic surgery can do many things, including removing visible wrinkles and any wrinkles or loose skin on the face and neck.

It is completely reasonable to perform facial skin rejuvenation with surgery after 50 years. Younger girls do not need this, since the problems of the epidermis are related to photoaging (skin changes caused by sunlight). The sun causes the active breakdown of hyaluronic acid at the cellular level. The skin will not be as flexible as before. Surgical intervention does not help, since plastic surgery can only tighten the already existing and remove the unnecessary, but it cannot influence the root cause of aging.

Currently, most clinics are fully versed in hardware, injection and laser methods of facial and neck skin rejuvenation. All aesthetic procedures are carefully selected by specialists. The woman receives comprehensive help that not only hides the visible problems, but also eliminates them as much as possible and prevents new ones from appearing.

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has published statistics showing that the popularity of non-surgical procedures for facial skin rejuvenation has multiplied over the past ten years, especially compared to surgical procedures:

Injection techniques for facial rejuvenation

These techniques involve injecting drugs into the deep layers of the epidermis. The active components in their composition stimulate cell rejuvenation and renewal.

The following techniques are most often used in cosmetology:

• Botulinum toxin injections.It smoothes the skin, removes mimic wrinkles and prevents their reappearance.
• Biorevitalization (hyaluronic acid injections).It perfectly hydrates the epidermis, fights against wrinkles, and provides a lifting effect.
• Blanching (filling small wrinkles with Beloterosoft).It corrects the texture of the skin and has a positive effect on changes in complexion.
• Mesotherapy (meso cocktail injections).It heals the skin and stimulates its renewal.
• Ozone therapy (ozone injection).It supplies oxygen to the epidermis, qualitatively accelerates metabolic processes in the skin, and removes visible inflammation on the face and neck.
• Plasma therapy (injection of the patient's own plasma).It often improves the quality of the epidermis and strengthens local immunity.
• PRP therapy (blood plasma injections with increased platelet content). It removes facial wrinkles, changes the texture of the skin, makes its color healthy, and has a rejuvenating effect.

It must be admitted that injection methods are effective in rejuvenating the skin of the face. You should understand that the final result depends not only on the correctly chosen technique, the quality of the drug itself, the level of professionalism of the beautician, but also on regular and competent skin care after such procedures. Do not use decorative cosmetics, creams or lotions containing alcohol or acids for 2-4 days after the injection. It is also unacceptable to take blood-thinning drugs.

For a while, you should give up visiting swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms and solariums. It is important to avoid smoking and all alcoholic beverages.

Do not panic if small lumps or bruises appear after the injection. This will go away in 6-8 days. A reasonable frequency of injection techniques for facial rejuvenation must be observed - no more than 2-3 times a year.

Hardware techniques for facial rejuvenation

Hardware facial skin rejuvenation products ensure the desired effect through their effect on the structure of the epidermis and the activation of internal processes in the cells. Such procedures are not dangerous, do not cause discomfort, and there are practically no contraindications. The result is noticeable after several treatments and lasts for a long time. The hardware methods are:

• SMAS-lifting (high-intensity focused ultrasound). It emphasizes the contour of the face, tightens sagging skin, and accelerates the body's collagen production.
• RF lift (high frequency electric current).It removes the sagging epidermal layer, smooths the heterogeneity of the skin, and promotes the improvement of collagen synthesis.
• Hardware carboxytherapy (injection of purified carbon dioxide under the skin).It improves blood circulation, aids metabolism and recovery processes.
• Microcurrents (low-frequency electrical impulse energy).It stimulates the active production of collagen and elastin and starts the accelerated process of cell regeneration.
• Myoplasty (effect on facial muscles with low-power current pulses).It helps to create a beautiful oval face, removes the double chin, and smoothes the "bags" under the eyes.
• Fractional mesotherapy (internal injection microneedles containing certain vitamins).It provides additional nourishment to the skin layers, stimulates blood circulation, and enhances regeneration processes at the cellular level.
• Hydromesotherapy (non-injection administration of the drug).It strengthens metabolic processes and significantly rejuvenates the face.
• Phototherapy (light pulses of different wavelengths and spectra).It activates the renewal of epidermal cells and gives a healthy appearance.

The list of minimum restrictions for the implementation of hardware techniques includes individual intolerance of components, cancer, chronic diseases in the acute stage, and pathologies of the heart and circulatory system. Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding are also not recommended for this type of cosmetology without a doctor's permission.

Laser facial rejuvenation techniques

Nowadays, laser facial skin rejuvenation is very popular. The device uses a narrowly focused beam of light on the epidermis. The laser heats the skin layers to a certain temperature, which causes them to evaporate moisture. Thanks to this, regeneration takes place at the cellular level.  

Laser techniques include:

• Carbon (deep) peeling.It makes the skin healthy not only externally, but also internally, as it actively influences tissue renewal.
• Laser facial rejuvenation (fractional CO2 laser).It rejuvenates the epidermis, highlights the contour of the face, and qualitatively affects the body's natural collagen production.
• Fractional laser rejuvenation (infrared light with a wavelength of 10. 6 microns is used).The epidermis becomes toned, internal rejuvenation begins.

Such procedures are prohibited if there is inflammation in the affected area. Not recommended for pregnant girls and nursing mothers. Laser rejuvenation is not permitted in cases of cancer or a history of oncology. Here is another list of contraindications:

• autoimmune diseases;
• infections and viral diseases;
• diabetes;
• epilepsy;
• various mental disorders.

In the summer, it is recommended to avoid laser facial skin rejuvenation procedures. But if the visitor of cosmetology still decides to go to me, then he must strictly adhere to 2 important conditions:

• do not stay in the sun for at least 14-16 days after cosmetic surgery;
• The sun protection layer of the skin must be renewed before each exit from the room.

Aesthetic techniques for facial rejuvenation

The beautician uses fillers, mesofibers, and other preparations that can restore lost soft tissue. Aesthetic techniques make it possible to restore the previous clean contour of the face and enhance natural cell regeneration. Facial skin lifting and rejuvenation is a whole complex of cosmetic procedures related to tightening.

Among them:

• Lifting (facial skin rejuvenation without injections, with a device). Significantly tightens the skin.
• Thread face lifting (meso threads). It evens out the topography of the epidermis and qualitatively corrects the contour.
• 3D lifting (facial modeling with special fibers). Smoothes facial lines and corrects differences in relief.
• Filling wrinkles with filler (contouring without surgery). Visible rejuvenation, work with facial features.
• PRX-T33 peeling (increases fibroblast activity and improves natural collagen synthesis). It evens out the skin, removes scars, calluses and other visible irregularities from the epidermis.

An individual intolerance to the used ingredients can be a factor that interferes with the procedure. Other contraindications include:

• cancer diseases;
• local skin lesions;
• rashes on the face, acne and other visible skin problems;
• infectious and viral diseases;
• pregnancy and lactation period.

Facial rejuvenation procedures for different age groups

The most effective facial rejuvenation procedures are after 30-35 years

If you choose the right skin care from adolescence, the first signs of aging will appear only after 35 years, which is normal. From the age of 30, it is necessary to carefully monitor that the epidermis receives sufficient nutrition. This is the best moment to prevent further skin aging and fading.

At this age, chemical exfoliation should be added to the list of skin care measures. This helps get rid of the stratum corneum and renews the skin to remove wrinkles.

You can nourish and hydrate the skin with the help of mesotherapy and biorevitalization. For this purpose, it is sufficient to visit a beautician once every 6 months.

Some patients have a very active, lively facial expression. Botulinum therapy helps to cope with its consequences. This procedure protects against the formation of medium and deep wrinkles by reducing the contraction force of the facial muscles.

Rarely, microcurrent therapy, electroporation, blanching, and wrinkle filling with fillers are performed even at this age.

The most effective facial rejuvenation procedures after 40 years

At this age, it becomes clear whether skin care was worthwhile in the last 10-15 years. The advanced situation cannot be corrected with 1-2 sessions aimed at hydration and nutrition. At the age of 40, deep wrinkles start to appear, so face rejuvenating creams alone cannot cope. Complex therapy is required.

The obvious effect is achieved with the help of hardware and injection techniques together with contour filling plastic surgery. The skin of the face is tightened, the oval becomes clear, even and clean. Due to the multitude of mimic wrinkles, botulinum therapy is often recommended at this age.

As already mentioned, mature skin needs increased nutrition. Injections of specially selected vitamin preparations help with this. A course consisting of 5-7 sessions is required.

The regeneration process slows down with age. Hardware or injection procedures can speed it up. The best way to do this is plasma therapy and microcurrent exposure. These two procedures multiply the possible effect.

The most effective procedures for facial rejuvenation after 50 years

After reaching such a wonderful, noble age, a woman should not rush to apply for plastic surgery. It is very important to choose the best set of anti-aging procedures. Their purpose is to renew the epidermis, increase its nutrition and replace the lost volume.

Laser peeling works most effectively. It uses the upper layers of the epidermis, renews them, and stimulates the regeneration process.

After the age of 50, many women complain about thin lips, "bags" under the eyes, ugly wrinkles around the nose and lips, and a double chin. All these problems can be corrected at the same time with the help of contouring. Use fillers to smooth wrinkles and folds, make the facefor oval correction.

It is possible to nourish the epidermis with the procedure of mesotherapy, plasma therapy or biorevitalization. Yes, the process of restoring the skin will be long. At least 9-13 sessions are required, with short intervals between visits to the beauty salon.

All of the above allows us to draw several important conclusions:

1. If the signs of aging are not very visible, then hardware and injection techniques will help correct the situation. You don't need to go to surgery right away. You can help your skin by applying it gently. This will help slow down the decline.
2. If age-related changes are already too noticeable, you can resort to laser rejuvenation techniques. They can even correct deep wrinkles, severe nasolabial folds and facial asymmetry.

Homemade facial skin care

Facial skin rejuvenation at home is completely possible. It is very important to choose the right care and follow certain rules that will keep the epidermis in excellent condition for a long time:

Makeup remover

Those who do not remove make-up from their face every day make a big mistake. Even the safest cosmetics have certain effects on the skin. They clog the pores, preventing breathing. It is advisable to wash off the cosmetics with clean water or with gentle products specially selected for your skin and selected by a beautician.

Skin cleansing

The epidermal tissue is renewed. The frequency of this process is different for everyone (25-45 days on average). Old cells die and exfoliation begins. These old pieces of tissue also prevent the pores from breathing normally. This can lead to the development of pathogenic microflora. The skin should be cleaned with a brush or a pad. They perfectly exfoliate dead skin particles without damaging it.

Moisturizing facial skin

The older a woman is, the more hydration her skin needs due to problems with the chemical balance of the epidermis. Dryness can cause microcracks. With the help of special cosmetics - serums that care for the epidermal tissue - you can add life-giving moisture to your skin.

Proponents of home care are advised to take a closer look at herbs. They can also help your skin. For example, you can soak gauze with a decoction of chamomile, then apply it to your face and keep it for about 10-15 minutes. The decoction can be replaced with aloe juice or pulp.

Regular facial massage

The fact is that nutrients are not produced by the skin itself. They enter the layers of the epidermis with the bloodstream. It is clear that with advancing age and disorders of blood vessels, nutrition is less abundant. The skin fades and loses its former appearance.

Facial massage helps a lot. You can do these at home or make an appointment with professionals in beauty salons.

The execution technique is primitive. It is enough to gently move your palm in different areas of the face for 3-4 minutes. Always start from the forehead, the bridge of the nose. Such movements ensure the necessary blood flow on the skin, which means that nutrients begin to flow with momentum. This way you can tighten and tone your skin.

PP diet and maintenance of water balance

The chemical balance of the facial skin depends directly on what a person eats. The diet should not contain very fatty, high-calorie foods, pickles and chocolate should be given up, and the consumption of fast food and processed foods should be limited.

Coffee, carbonated drinks and alcohol have nothing to do with maintaining the body's water balance. They only have a harmful effect on the blood circulation of the human body. We are talking about clean drinking water.

The daily menu should contain a sufficient amount of:

• fruits, vegetables and herbs;
• fermented milk products;
• cereals;
• bran bread;
• fish and seafood;
• lean meat.

It is easier to follow a diet if it is varied and really interesting. For example, you can make your own porridge for breakfast (millet, oatmeal, pearl barley, etc. ), adding toppings or dried fruits. For lunch, lean meat should be served as a side dish (rice, buckwheat, durum pasta) or fish with boiled potatoes. You don't have to eat too much for dinner, a light yogurt with delicious nuts or berries is enough. Portions should not be too large. Snacks are also acceptable, but not with hamburgers and pizza, but with fruits or vegetables. There should be about 4-5 meals per day.

A proper drinking regime is no less important than proper nutrition. So an adult should drink at least 1. 5-2 liters of clean drinking water per day. Only this amount can maintain the necessary level of moisture in the epidermis. An alternative to ordinary drinking water can be mineral water, but slightly carbonated.

Which injections are more suitable for rejuvenation than others?

The best count:

• mesotherapy;
• biorevitalization;
• botox therapy;
• contouring with fillers.

Only a cosmetologist can choose the right skin care. The doctor's office has the necessary equipment and certified products to help you determine the right rejuvenation methods. If you follow your doctor's recommendations and perform certain skin care rituals every day, you can consistently achieve good results.