Fractional Facial Rejuvenation is a laser procedure used for various skin problems. It perfectly removes hyperpigmentation, acne scars, wrinkles, leaving the face young and fresh.
Due to its effectiveness, this cosmetological method is very popular among patients of clinics.
How fractional facial rejuvenation differs from laser resurfacing and other procedures
Fractional rejuvenation uses non-ablative lasers that do not cause strong heating and do not injure the skin. The laser beam passes through the fractional lattice, dividing into many small "rays" that heat the target tissue, and do not destroy it. The laser energy creates tiny hot “bumps” in the skin that stimulate the growth of new, healthy cells to replace old damaged ones.
Raising the temperature stimulates the production of collagen protein at the laser penetration points. This triggers the rejuvenation process that takes place from the inside, affecting all skin structures. A gentle effect and low trauma is especially important in face rejuvenation, because the skin here is especially thin and vulnerable.
After the course of procedures, the face looks more beautiful and younger. Wrinkles, age spots, laxity, acne scars, enlarged pores and other defects disappear. Since during fractional rejuvenation, there is a point effect, and the device controls the depth of penetration of the beam, the skin is less injured than with grinding or chemical peels.
The laser is so gentle that most patients do without anesthesia. For additional comfort, a cooling element is built directly into the handpiece of the device. In case of hypersensitivity, an anesthetic gel is used.
Since the laser used for fractional rejuvenation is gentle on the skin, several treatments are required to achieve the desired results. The resulting effect is not inferior to other, more traumatic anti-aging methods.
Indications and contraindications for fractional facial rejuvenation
- Age-related changes- the procedure improves the complexion. The signs of aging are eliminated - fine lines, wrinkles, age spots caused by lipofuscin pigment deposition.
- Acne scars (post-acne)- when treating acne scars, the procedure works more effectively than creams, masks, serums and other external agents. The laser beam penetrates the skin to a depth of 1 mm and destroys the scar tissue. No cosmetic preparations can do this.
- Postoperative and traumatic scars- the laser removes or makes less noticeable marks from operations, medical procedures, trauma and burns.
- Pigmented spots- with fractional facial rejuvenation, pigment accumulations caused by age processes, sun exposure, hormonal surges during pregnancy, and medication are destroyed. During the course of procedures, dark lesions on the face gradually brighten and disappear.
Due to its gentle action, the procedure has a minimum of contraindications. These are purulent skin lesions, herpes, a pronounced inflammatory process, malignant tumors, open wounds and abrasions, pregnancy. It is not recommended to do fractional rejuvenation at an elevated temperature and feeling unwell.
Preparation for fractional facial rejuvenation and procedure
A week before the first laser session, you should stop using cosmetics with retinoids - derivatives of vitamin A. These substances increase the photosensitivity of the skin and can cause the appearance of age spots.
Before the procedure, the specialist treats the skin with products that cleanse the skin of the face and improve the penetration of the laser beam. Eyes are protected with special glasses. The laser is aimed at an area where there are skin problems - uneven texture, increased pigmentation, wrinkles and other imperfections.
After that, a rejuvenation session is performed, the duration of which is 20-50 minutes. The doctor makes sure that all the necessary areas are carefully treated. Laser exposure is not accompanied by pain and discomfort. Only warmth and a slight tingling sensation are felt, which do not create discomfort. After the end of the procedure, you can immediately leave the clinic.
What happens after fractional facial rejuvenation
After the procedure, there may be slight redness and swelling of the face, but the skin will not be very red and flaky. In a couple of days it all goes away.
To achieve the full result, it is recommended to do 3-5 sessions with an interval of 2-6 weeks. Then the results of laser rejuvenation will not be inferior to the effect obtained after mechanical resurfacing and other cosmetic methods.
The effect is not immediately visible and depends on the existing problems. Pigmented spots lighten in one or two sessions, scars and wrinkles can be removed in 3-5 visits to the clinic. After the end of the course of procedures, the skin condition will improve for another six to eight weeks.
During the first week after the procedure, a gentle cleanser, moisturizer should be applied to the skin twice a day. This will help prevent flaking and irritation of the skin. Washing with ice water gives a good effect. It is useful to take ascorbic acid - vitamin C.
After exposure to the laser, you need to protect your skin from UV rays, so a moisturizing sunscreen should be applied for a month. You cannot sunbathe and use the solarium.
It is forbidden to apply preparations on the face that are not recommended by a cosmetologist. This can lead to the appearance of age spots, irritation, peeling, and infection.
Fractional facial rejuvenation gives good results that last up to two years. To maintain the effect, you need to use caring agents and regularly do other cosmetic procedures that slow down aging.