skin agingit is gradual and unstoppable. Time cannot be defeated, but modern cosmetology offers a complexanti-aging measures, which will slow down the formation of wrinkles and age spots, maintain skin elasticity and a fresh appearance. In our article, we will talk about what facial skin care procedures can be done at home and how to treat the signs of aging in a cosmetology clinic.
Causes of skin aging
Ours has changed over the years.hormonal background, metabolic processes slow down. Natural proteins collagen and elastin (the building blocks of our skin)produced more slowly and in smaller quantities, cell renewal is less intense. the skin turnsless elastic, drier and thinner, its protective properties are reduced.In addition, due to the slowdown in cell renewal, the keratinized cells do not exfoliate on their own and form a dense superficial layer (keratosis process), in which the number of melanocytes responsible for pigmentation increases. Age spots become more pronounced, lentigo appears.
The signs of skin aging are:
- age wrinkles;
- increased pigmentation;
- delayed regeneration;
- dryness;
- tendency to flaking.
The causes of premature aging can benegative heredity, bad habits, malnutrition, hormonal disorders, chronic diseases, insufficient care and even bad ecology.
anti-aging careIt is a set of measures (cosmetics, procedures, preparations, etc. ) aimed at eliminating or alleviating the signs of aging of the skin of the face and body.
Features of anti-aging care
Anti-aging care is aimed at:
- stimulation of metabolic processes in the skin, its regenerative and protective functions;
- restoration of skin elasticity, alignment of the oval and reduction of wrinkles;
- nutrition and hydration;
- fights against increased pigmentation;
- protection against harmful effects (mainly ultraviolet radiation).
Anti-aging care may include the following:
- elimination of the problem of premature aging from the inside: take drugs that stimulate the production of collagen, vitamins, nutritional correction, drinking regimen;
- treatment of chronic diseases,alignment of hormonal levels in women;
- changing living conditions: refusal to work, which involves constant flights or makeup, lack of sleep, stress, prolonged exposure to the sun; move to other climatic and ecological conditions;
- home care: anti-aging creams, light peels, serums and masks; self-massage, bandages, facial fitness;
- cosmetic procedures.
General indications for anti-aging treatments
Already after the age of 25, the elasticity of the skin gradually begins to decrease, the first wrinkles appear, so cosmetologists advise starting from this age.apply anti-aging cosmetics.
Signs that you should resort to anti-aging treatments are:
- change in skin type, tendency to dryness and peeling;
- the formation of wrinkles;
- loss of elasticity of the skin, the oval of the face "floats", flails and sagging appear;
- the appearance of age spots, the complexion becomes dull, earthy;
- pore enlargement, post-acne, long-term recovery after injury, appearance of small scars;
- increased skin sensitivity: reactions to cold 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 vortex delivery of therapeutic serums to the skin of the face and body and vacuum removal of blemishes, dead cells and spent compounds.
The uniqueness of this type of anti-aging therapy lies inamazing multi-complex effect, noticeable immediately after 1 session. The main advantages are absolute safety thanks to the individual nozzles, the absence of pain, as well as the possibility of replacing several visits to different specialists.
The procedure combines at the same time:
- cleaning;
- exfoliation (peeling);
- extraction;
- hydration and nutrition;
- lifting and rejuvenation;
- protection.
To achieve the maximum rejuvenation effect, 7 to 10 sessions are usually required.
Photorejuvenation of the face
This is a very effective procedure that allowsEliminate skin imperfections such as:
- dark spots;
- post-acne;
- vascular formations;
- solar keratoses;
- small wrinkles
Thanks to the action of the intense pulsed color of a certain rangeskin tugor is restored, age-related changes are eliminated, metabolic processes are improved, the process of cell regeneration is started.
Before the procedure, a special conductive gel is applied to the skin. After photorejuvenation, it is necessary to be constantlyuse sunscreen, including decorative cosmetics with a high protection factor against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. For a maximum rejuvenation effect3-5 photo correction sessions will be required..
botulinum therapy
botulinum therapy -It is an injection into the muscle tissue of the face of the botulinum toxin protein, which has a relaxing effect on it.The muscles stop contracting under the influence of the neurotoxin and pull the skin with them, the wrinkles are smoothed for a period of up to six months. In addition to the fact that the procedure is quite painful, after it is required to observea number of rules in the rehabilitation period:for several hours you can not take a horizontal position and paint, for several days you can not play sports, drink alcohol, go to the sauna and solarium and perform other cosmetic procedures.
mesotherapy
The principle of rejuvenation is based on the subcutaneous.the introduction of meso-cocktails containing hyaluronic acid, plant extracts, vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, and homeopathic and medicinal preparations.
Many microinjections are performed on the skin of the face and neck after preliminary local anesthesia with a special cream. The procedure has a rejuvenating and healing effect, helps to remove toxins, remove blemishes, restore lipid metabolism.
Mesotherapy can also be carried out by one of the hardware methods:
- To be;
- hydromesotherapy;
- oxygen;
- ionic;
- cryomesotherapy.
For complex rejuvenation, you need8-10 treatments at weekly intervals. The effect can last up to a year, but more often noticeably decreases after 6-7 months.
biorevitalization
This type of rejuvenation differs from mesotherapy in that the principle is based onsaturation of the skin with hyaluronic acid. The procedure can be performed in several ways:
- injection;
- To be;
- iontophoresis;
- magnetophoresis;
- cryobiorevitalization;
- oxygen;
- peptide;
- fractional.
Hyaluronic acid has a complex effect on the skin:
- moisturizing;
- increased firmness and elasticity;
- restoration of protective functions;
- activation of the natural production of collagen and elastin;
- smooth wrinkles;
- giving the skin a healthy tone.
The course of rejuvenation with the help of biorevitalization is usuallyincludes 4-7 sessions.
Peelings
chemical peels forbased on AHA and PHA acidsthey have a complex effect on the skin, removing dead cells and awakening it, stimulating regeneration and normalizing metabolic processes.
For rejuvenation, medium and deep peels (up to the level of the dermis) are most often used. After the procedures, a long recovery is required:use of sunscreen, soothing and moisturizing agents, since in the rehabilitation period the skin is very scaly, redness is observed and the aesthetic appearance is far from ideal. The anti-aging effect is achieved on average after 6 procedures with an interval of 10-14 days.
How to prepare for anti-aging treatments
To prepare for anti-aging treatmentsnecessary:
- reduce swelling, for this, for 2-3 days, limit the use of liquids, spicy and salty foods, fish and shellfish;
- do not drink alcohol for 3-5 days;
- avoid findin direct sunlight without protective cream;
- refrain from other procedures,traumatize or reduce the protective functions of the skin;
- moisturizing and nourishing useCosmetic products;
- Apply self-massage methods.
When to start using anti-aging cosmetics
You can start using anti-aging agentsalready after 25 years, but you do not need to overdo it and use compositions with a lifting effect that are not suitable for age. Otherwise, the skin adapts to cosmetics, and at a more mature age, when it would be worthwhile to apply enhanced measures, they will not work.
enough to starttoning and moisturizing, as well as light peelings and regenerating masks at home.Then, as the skin ages, use age-appropriate creams (indicated on the packaging), visit a beauty salon, and even resort to surgical facelift methods if necessary.
Safety measures
In the pursuit of beauty, it is important to remember that the main task is to enhance the appearance, not spoil it. To keep skin looking healthy and radiant at any age,the following nuances should be taken into account:
- before any cosmetic procedureconsult a beautician, and the specialist must be from an accredited clinic, have extensive work experience and a quality education. Such a specialist will not impose unnecessary or inappropriate manipulations and means;
- Don't do your own chemical peels at home., and also rub the skin with compositions with large abrasive particles too often;
- very important to consideryour skin type and state of health.What is convenient for a friend or relative may become completely unacceptable for you;
- if it is present on the skinmicrotrauma, cuts and inflammation,cosmetic procedures should be postponed