Facial skin rejuvenation: preparation, procedures, home care

What are we talking about?Facial skin rejuvenation is a process aimed at restoring natural elasticity, color and reducing the signs of aging. There are many methods available for home use or exclusively in cosmetology or medical centers.

What procedures?For effective facial skin rejuvenation, chemical peeling, photorejuvenation, mesotherapy and radiofrequency facelift are suitable. Among the home remedies, masks, creams, lotions and facial cleansers have proven effective.

From this material you will learn:

• Causes of skin aging
• Indications for anti-aging procedures
• Preparation for rejuvenation procedures
• Facial rejuvenation procedures
• Facial rejuvenation procedures for different ages
• Homemade facial skin care
• Frequently asked questions about facial skin rejuvenation

Causes of skin aging

Modern cosmetology is constantly evolving. New treatment products, drugs and devices are appearing. However, scientists have not been able to fully understand the true causes of skin aging. But biologists' research allows us to imagine how this happens in the body. Tissues become unstable with respect to the metabolic processes occurring in them. Cells are unable to restore their chemical balance after the reactions that have taken place in them. The skin becomes dry and wrinkles appear. But the point is not only about disrupted cellular regulation, but also about a series of factors caused by the person himself:

• without taking care of the epidermis;
• eating unbalanced;
• lead an unhealthy lifestyle;
• burdening the skin, leaving it without protection (exposed for a long time to the scorching rays of the sun or in case of severe frost).

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

To rejuvenate the skin of the face and body, a wide range of various procedures and care products have been developed. All this has been studied more than once, so the effect will certainly be there. The main thing you need to remember is that these are not magic drugs that can leave your skin young and tight forever, but an excellent opportunity to keep it in good condition for as long as possible. Every woman wants to remain not only attractive, but also healthy in her 40s, 50s and 60s. Proper skin care contributes to this.

Representatives of the fair sex who have included anti-aging care in their daily routine note:

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

The desired effect can be achieved only if all the recommendations of the cosmetologist are followed. You will have to reconsider your menu (add healthier products) and lead an active lifestyle. Of course, you also need to establish a sleep schedule and spend time in nature more often.

Indications for anti-aging procedures

Many girls are afraid of missing the moment when changes in the condition of the skin become visible and irreversible. Unfortunately there is no specific age after which it is necessary to start maintaining the good condition of the epidermis with creams and massages. As soon as the first signs of aging appear, even if they are superficial wrinkles, it is necessary to introduce anti-aging procedures into your daily beauty rituals to keep your skin young and firm.

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 begins to sag;
• wrinkles of any degree (deep and superficial) were found;
• the relief of the face changed, a double chin appeared;
• facial wrinkles and bags under the eyes were noted;
• the epidermis has become very dry, obvious peeling is observed;
• the swelling does not decrease;
• the corners of the eyes and lips drooped;
• cheeks became visible in the lower cheek area;
• pigmentary spots and post-acne are clearly visible.

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

Preparation for rejuvenation procedures

Non-surgical facial skin rejuvenation requires careful preliminary preparation.  

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

• such procedures should be carried out no earlier than 2-4 weeks after active exposure to the sun (we are talking not only about traveling to hot countries, but also about going to the solarium);
• the treatment must be combined, the same manipulation of the skin must not be repeated several times in a row;
• During skin rejuvenation procedures, it is necessary to stop smoking and drinking alcohol;
• it is necessary to limit the consumption of salty and spicy foods, as they do nothing but strain the blood vessels more, which contributes to the appearance of swelling;
• you will need to start preparing the skin in advance, actively moisturizing it a variety of creams, masks, serums, etc. ;
• After some procedures, it is advisable to spend several days in a quiet and familiar environment, trying to plan your time so as to postpone work matters for a while;

All skin manipulations are prescribed by a cosmetologist and are performed only under the strict supervision of him. Sometimes he may send you some additional tests. For example, some hardware procedures are strictly prohibited for people with heart and vascular diseases. And rejuvenating injections are prohibited for patients if they have insufficient blood clotting. If such health problems are already known to a person, it is necessary to warn a specialist in the field of cosmetology.

Rejuvenation procedures will have to be postponed if the visitor shows signs of viral infection, as well as any inflammation, wounds, neoplasms at the site of treatment (face, neck, etc. ).

Facial rejuvenation procedures

Previously, only one method was used to solve the problems of aging skin - surgery. The doctor removed fat from under the skin, cut off the excess, tightening the oval of the face. Of course, plastic surgery can do a lot, including removing visible wrinkles and any folds or loose skin in the face and neck area.

It is quite reasonable to carry out facial skin rejuvenation after 50 years through surgery. Younger girls do not need it, since their problems with the epidermis are associated with photoaging (skin changes under the influence of sunlight). The sun causes the active degradation of hyaluronic acid at the cellular level. The skin does not become as elastic as before. Surgery does not help, as plastic surgery can only strengthen what is already there and remove what is unnecessary, but it cannot affect the root cause of the aging problem.

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 visible problems, but eliminates them as much as possible and also prevents the emergence of new ones.

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has published statistics showing that the popularity of non-surgical procedures for facial skin rejuvenation has grown many times over the past decade, especially compared to surgical interventions:

Injection techniques for facial rejuvenation

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

The following techniques are often used in cosmetology:

• Botulinum toxin injections.Smoothes the skin, removes facial wrinkles and prevents their reappearance.
• Biorevitalization (hyaluronic acid injections).It perfectly hydrates the epidermis, fights wrinkles and gives a lifting effect.
• Whitening (filling of small wrinkles with Beloterosoft).It rearranges the skin structure and has a positive effect on changes in the complexion.
• Mesotherapy (meso-cocktail injections).It brings healing to the skin and stimulates its renewal.
• Ozone therapy (ozone injections).It supplies oxygen to the epidermis, qualitatively accelerates the metabolic processes of the skin and eliminates visible inflammation on the face and neck area.
• Plasma therapy (injections of the patient's plasma).It improves the quality of the epidermis many times and strengthens local immunity.
• PRP therapy (blood plasma injections with increased platelet content).Eliminates wrinkles from the face, changes the texture of the skin, makes its color healthy and gives a rejuvenating effect.

It must be admitted that injection methods are effective for facial skin rejuvenation. It is necessary to 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 cosmetologist, but also on regular and competent skin care after such procedures. For 2-4 days after injections, do not use decorative cosmetics, creams or lotions containing alcohol or acids. It is also unacceptable to take blood-thinning drugs.

For a while you will have to give up visiting swimming pools, saunas, Turkish baths and solariums. It is important to avoid smoking and any alcoholic drinks.

You should not panic if small lumps or bruises appear after the injections. This disappears in 6-8 days. A reasonable frequency of using injection techniques for facial rejuvenation should be observed, no more than 2-3 times a year.

Hardware techniques for facial rejuvenation

Hardware products for facial skin rejuvenation provide the desired effect due to 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 have practically no contraindications. The result is evident after several sessions and lasts a long time. Hardware methods include:

• SMAS-lifting (high intensity focused ultrasound).Emphasizes the contour of the face, tightens sagging skin, accelerates the body's production of collagen.
• RF lifting (high frequency electric current).Removes sagging skin of the epidermis, smoothes the heterogeneity of the skin, promotes better collagen synthesis.
• Hardware carboxytherapy (injection of purified carbon dioxide under the skin).Improves blood circulation, helps metabolic and recovery processes.
• Microcurrents (energy of low frequency electrical impulses).Stimulates the active production of collagen and elastin, starts an accelerated process of cell regeneration.
• Myoplasty (impact on facial muscles with low-power current pulses).Helps create a neat oval face, removes double chin, smoothes "bags" under the eyes.
• Fractional mesotherapy (microneedles with internal injections containing a series of certain vitamins).Provides additional nutrition to the skin layers, stimulates blood circulation, improves the regeneration process at the cellular level.
• Hydrosotherapy (administration without injection of the drug).Strengthens metabolic processes, significantly rejuvenates the face.
• Phototherapy (light pulses of different wavelengths and spectrum).Activates the renewal of epidermal cells, gives a healthy appearance.

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

Laser facial rejuvenation techniques

Laser facial skin rejuvenation is now very popular. The device uses a narrowly directed beam of light to affect the epidermis. The laser heats the skin layers to a certain temperature, causing moisture to evaporate. Due to this, regeneration occurs at the cellular level.  

Among the laser techniques we remember:

• Carbon peeling (deep).It makes the skin healthy not only externally, but also internally, as it actively affects tissue renewal.
• Facial laser resurfacing (fractional CO2 laser).It rejuvenates the epidermis, emphasizes the contour of the face and qualitatively influences the body's production of natural collagen.
• 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 the presence of cancer or a history of oncology. Here is another list of contraindications:

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

In summer it is advisable to avoid laser facial skin rejuvenation procedures. But if the visitor to cosmetology nevertheless decides to do this, then it is necessary to strictly follow 2 important conditions:

• after cosmetic surgery you should not expose yourself to the sun for at least 14-16 days;
• Before each exit from the room it is necessary to renew the layer of sunscreen on the skin.

Aesthetic techniques for facial rejuvenation

The cosmetologist uses fillers, mesophiles and other preparations that can restore lost soft tissue. Aesthetic techniques allow you to restore the previous clean contour of the face and improve natural cell regeneration. Facial skin lifting and rejuvenation is a whole complex of cosmetic procedures associated with tightening.

Among them:

• Facelift (facial skin rejuvenation without injections, using a device). Significantly firms the skin.
• Thread face lifting (mesothread). It evens out the relief of the epidermis and qualitatively corrects the contour.
• 3D facelift (facial modeling with special threads). It makes facial lines smoother and corrects relief differences.
• Filling wrinkles with fillers (contouring without surgery). Visible rejuvenation, work with facial features.
• PRX-T33 peeling (increases the activity of fibroblasts and improves the synthesis of natural collagen). Evens out the skin, removes scars, scars and other visible irregularities of the epidermis.

A circumstance that will interfere with the procedure may be individual intolerance to the components used. Other contraindications include:

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

Facial rejuvenation procedures for different ages

The most effective facial rejuvenation procedures after 30-35 years

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

At this age, chemical peeling should be added to the list of skin care measures. This will help get rid of the stratum corneum and renew the skin to remove wrinkles.

You can nourish your skin and give it hydration with the help of mesotherapy and biorevitalization. For this purpose it is enough to visit a cosmetologist once every 6 months.

Some patients have very active and lively facial expressions. Botulinum therapy will help to cope with the consequences of this. This procedure protects against the formation of medium and deep wrinkles by reducing the force of contraction of the facial muscles.

Rarely, but still at this age, microcurrent therapy, electroporation, whitening and filling wrinkles with fillers are performed.

The most effective facial rejuvenation procedures after 40 years

At this age it becomes clear whether skin care has been noteworthy in the last 10-15 years. It is impossible to correct an advanced situation with 1-2 sessions aimed at hydration and nutrition. At the age of 40, deep wrinkles begin to appear, so facial rejuvenation creams alone cannot cope. Complex therapy is required.

The noticeable effect is achieved using hardware and injection techniques in combination with contour filling plastic surgery. The skin of the face will tighten, the oval will become clear, even, clean. Due to the abundance of facial wrinkles at this age, botulinum therapy is often recommended.

As already mentioned, mature skin needs increased nutrition. Injections of specially selected vitamin formulations will help with this. You must complete a course of 5–7 sessions.

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

The most effective procedures for facial rejuvenation after 50 years

Having reached such a wonderful and noble age, a woman should not rush to sign up for plastic surgery. It is very important to choose the best set of anti-aging procedures. They should aim to renew the epidermis, improve its nutrition and replenish lost volumes.

Laser peeling works more effectively. It uses the upper layers of the epidermis, renews them, stimulating the regenerative process.

Many women over 50 complain of thin lips, too noticeable "bags" under the eyes, unsightly folds around the nose and lips and a double chin that has appeared. All these problems can be corrected immediately using contour plastic surgery. Use fillers to smooth out wrinkles, folds and correct the oval of the face.

It is possible to nourish the epidermis by resorting to the procedure of mesotherapy, plasma therapy or biorevitalization. Yes, the course of skin restoration will be long. It is necessary to undergo at least 9-13 sessions with a short interval between visits to the cosmetology salon.

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

1. If the signs of aging are not too visible, hardware and injection techniques will help correct the situation. It is not necessary to resort to surgery immediately. You can help your skin by applying it gently. This will help slow the decline.
2. If age-related changes are already too noticeable, you can resort to laser rejuvenation techniques. They can also correct deep wrinkles, severe nasolabial folds and facial asymmetry.

Homemade facial skin care

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

Make-up remover

Anyone who doesn't remove make-up from their face daily is making a big mistake. Even the safest cosmetics have certain effects on the skin. They clog her pores, preventing her from breathing. It is recommended to wash off cosmetics with clean water or gentle products selected specifically for your skin by a cosmetologist.

Skin cleansing

The epidermal tissue is renewed. The frequency of this process is different for everyone (25 to 45 days on average). Old cells die and peeling begins. These pieces of old tissue also prevent your pores from breathing normally. This can lead to the development of pathogenic microflora. Cleansing the skin must be done using scrubs or pads. 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 the appearance of microcracks. You can give your skin life-giving hydration with the help of special cosmetics - serums that nourish the epidermal tissue.

Supporters of home care are advised to take a closer look at medicinal plants. They can help your skin too. For example, you can soak gauze with chamomile infusion, then apply it to your face and hold it for about 10-15 minutes. The decoction can also 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 blood flow. It is clear that with age, with vascular disorders, nutrition becomes less abundant. The skin fades and loses its previous appearance.

Facial massages help a lot. You can do them at home yourself or make an appointment with specialists in beauty salons.

The execution technique is primitive. It is enough to gently move your palms over different areas of your face for 3-4 minutes. You should always start from the forehead, from the bridge of the nose. Such movements will ensure the necessary blood flow to the skin, which means that nutrients will begin to flow with a vengeance. This way you can firm your skin and tone it.

PP diet and maintenance of water balance

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

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

The daily menu should contain in sufficient quantities:

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

It's easier to follow a diet if it's varied and really interesting. For example, for breakfast you can make your own porridge (millet, oatmeal, pearl barley, etc. ), adding seasonings or dried fruits. For lunch it is reasonable to serve lean meat with a side dish (rice, buckwheat, semolina pasta) or fish with boiled potatoes. It is not necessary to overeat for dinner; a light yogurt with delicious nuts or berries is sufficient. Portions should not be very large. Snacks are also acceptable, but not with burgers and pizza, but with fruit or vegetables. Meals should be around 4-5 per day.

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

Which injections are more suitable than others for rejuvenation?

The best are considered:

• mesotherapy;
• biorevitalization;
• botox therapy;
• contour plastic surgery with fillers.

Only a specialist in the field of cosmetology can choose the right skin care. The medical office has the necessary equipment and certified products that will help you accurately determine the appropriate rejuvenation methods. By following your doctor's advice and performing certain skin care rituals daily, you can achieve consistently good results.