Now it is fashionable to be neat, young, beautiful. But youth is a phenomenon that is gradually passing away, and because we want to maintain it for as long as possible, cosmetologists give us this opportunity by developing, presenting and using the latest, most effective, rejuvenating techniques. But what is the choice from the whole range of modern cosmetic procedures that should be made by someone who wants to prolong his youth and beauty, rejuvenate his skin and organize his appearance? This article reveals in detail the essence of one of the latest techniques - plasmolifting, talks about the safety and high efficiency of this technique.
What is plasmolifting
Human blood contains great potential that can stimulate all body resources, so it is necessary for it in combating the aging process and age -related changes, skin rejuvenation and general tissue repair. And the plasmolifting procedure contributes to a very effective exposure, a manifestation of all this potential. What is plasmolifting, what is its basis, how is this cosmetological procedure performed, effectively rejuvenating the skin and subcutaneous tissue?
Plasmolifting is a cosmetological procedure, a non -surgical technique that performs skin rejuvenation, activating the process of tissue regeneration in the human body. This is the latest method that has revolutionized cosmetology. The basic principles and ideas of the technique, like everything wise, are very simple. This cosmetology procedure, its main concept is based on the ability of the recovery of platelet -rich blood plasma of human patients. The resulting plasma is injected into the problem area of skin. Thanks to such injections, the human body receives a strong incentive to activate the natural rejuvenation and regenerative processes.
The stimulating properties of platelet-rich plasma ensure the formation of skin cells from stem cells, normalization of metabolic processes, the formation of hyaluronic acid molecules, stimulation of blood circulation, and an increase in the production of elastin and collagen. Rejuvenation of the skin and deeper subcutaneous tissue begins.
This cosmetological procedure has many other synonyms, for example, ACR - autologous cellular rejuvenation, skin autorejuvenation, autoplasmic skin therapy, skin plasma revitalization, plasma biorevitalization, hemorejuvenation, plasma biorevitalization, "draculotherapy".
The plasmolifting procedure is partly similar to biomesotherapy, in that it uses the patient’s biomaterial for injection, thus ensuring full compatibility of the biological components and eliminating the possibility of complications in the form of allergic reactions.
Plasmolifting is similar to a cosmetology procedure called ReGen Lab, developed by Swiss specialists, which also rejuvenates the skin and subcutaneous tissue. But it is a more expensive procedure and requires expensive hardware.
History of the emergence of plasmolifting
Early predecessors of this method included autohemotherapy (transfusion of a patient’s blood from a vein into the back muscles to stimulate the body’s protective functions), which has been used in medicine for over a hundred years, as well as plasma. therapy, a method of treating certain diseases with intravenous administration of blood plasma.
The first experiments aimed at rejuvenating human skin and immediately before the advent of the plasmolifting method were conducted in the United States several decades ago. As a result of this study, a cosmetology procedure called PRP therapy (PRP -Plateled Rich Plasma) emerged. And the plasmolifting procedure is considered a modification of PRP therapy; it was patented by experts in 2004.
Mechanisms of influence
Platelets, in addition to its main function - accelerate blood clotting, are able to secrete growth factor proteins that stimulate the process of cell division and growth. After an injury, platelets usually accumulate near the wound, initiating the process of stopping the bleeding, as well as restoring the damaged area.
To force the cells to renew themselves artificially, thus producing skin rejuvenation, one must cause minor injuries, for example, as in a chemical exfoliation procedure, or trick the patient’s body by sending platelets to the desired area. Such an action will serve as a signal to start the regeneration process.
Thus, platelet-rich plasma, when injected into the right areas, helps restore skin cells. Fibroblasts (connective tissue cells) begin to effectively produce elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, the formation of new skin cells is also accelerated, and skin rejuvenation occurs.
Scope of plasmolifting
Plasmolifting procedures are common in the field of cosmetology. Highly effective and fast and painless skin rejuvenation is its merit. But also this cosmetology procedure is successfully used in trichology, being an effective way to combat baldness and hair loss. After several plasmolifting sessions, the hair structure is restored, its loss stops, and the process of healthy hair growth begins. For the treatment of hair loss and baldness, 2 to 10 plasmolifting procedures may be required, it depends on the general condition of the hair.
Plasmolifting procedures have been successfully used in dentistry to speed up the process of implant engraftment and treatment of periodontitis.
Instructions for plasmolifting
The plasma filling procedure has the following instructions for its implementation:
- peeling and dry skin;
- prevention of the appearance of stretch marks with sharp weight loss;
- age over 25. Mimicry and small wrinkles - age over 35;
- violation of the basic properties of the skin due to weight loss;
- the main signs of skin prolapse, decreased firmness, its elasticity;
- acceleration of the process of regeneration of skin tissue after laser and chemical peels;
- acne and other dermatological diseases;
- age -related elastosis, "gray" skin;
- skin recovery after strong exposure to UV radiation (tanning from the sun, solarium);
- sparse dull hair;
- baldness and dandruff;
- correction of the adverse effects of Botox injections.
Contraindications to plasmolifting
The plasmolifting procedure has the following contraindications for its implementation:
- mental disorder;
- severe sagging skin;
- blood diseases;
- immune disorders;
- chronic disease;
- exacerbation of various chronic diseases;
- diabetes mellitus in its severe form;
- diseases of various internal organs of the patient;
- allergies to anticoagulants used in the manufacture of injections;
- menstruation;
- oncological diseases;
- hypofibrinogenemia;
- platelet abnormalities and dysfunction, low platelet count (below 100, 000 per 1 µl);
- low hemoglobin (levels below 100 g per 1 liter);
- fever, high temperature;
- pregnancy;
- use of antibiotics;
- lactation period;
- antiplatelet therapy;
- use less than two days before the procedure NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), for example, aspirin, analgin;
- inflammation of the skin at the injection site.
This cosmetology procedure has the following major restrictions imposed on the patient before it is performed:
- ban on going to the solarium;
- ban on obtaining natural tons;
- ban on visiting swimming pools and saunas.
Plasmolifting procedure: running
Before starting the procedure, it is recommended to undergo several examinations: biochemical and clinical blood tests, blood tests for the presence of infectious diseases. Then, blood is taken from the patient from a vein into a test tube, which contains a separating gel and anticoagulant. The amount of blood taken depends mainly on the individual and biological characteristics of the patient. Usually it is about 10-20 ml. Then, using a special centrifuge, the blood is divided into three fractions:
- cellular components (leukocytes and erythrocytes);
- platelet-rich plasma (about 1 million per 1 µl);
- poor plasma in platelets (less than 150, 000 per 1 µl).
Platelet -enriched blood plasma was injected using micro -injection into the problem area, previously treated with an antiseptic solution. After its introduction, fibroblasts are placed along the Langer line (an age -related natural stretch line). In the process of stimulating the formation of elastin and collagen, skin tightening occurs. The micro injection technique is generally similar to mesotherapy.
If necessary, use anesthesia with a special cream. At the end of the procedure, the area where the plasmolifting procedure was performed was again treated with antiseptic. During the first 3 days after plasmolifting, patients usually experience redness and peeling of the skin, as well as a slight darkening. Small wrinkles may appear on the surface layer of the skin. It usually disappears after three days.
The duration of the procedure usually ranges from 40 to 50 minutes. The basic plasmolifting course is 4 sessions with a frequency of 1 session in one to two weeks. And to maintain, consolidate the effect obtained, it is necessary to repeat about 2 courses of plasmolifting per year.
To avoid unpleasant side effects, the authors of plasmolifting are forbidden to modify the method, for example, by adding another component, vitamins, to platelet -rich plasma.
Plasma skin rejuvenation procedure has the most important advantage compared to other cosmetic procedures - over time, the process stimulates collagen production, that is, improves the general condition of the skin, skin rejuvenation continues in subsequent months, up to a year inclusive.
Plasmolifting procedures: efficiency
In 40 percent of cases, the effects appear almost immediately after plasmolifting. In all other cases, this cosmetological procedure performed is not noticeable immediately, the results appear after about 2 weeks. To achieve a clearer and better effect, experts recommend several procedures. Then the rejuvenation of the skin of the treated area will be very noticeable. The results of the procedure can last up to two years.
The resulting effect can be compared with chemical exfoliation on the skin of the neck and face: it becomes younger, more elastic, its color improves, fine wrinkles are smoothed. The most noticeable result after the procedure is the effect of "porcelain skin" - the skin becomes very velvety, soft, smooth, as if shining from within. The plasmolifting procedure is only effective when the first signs of age-related changes and skin aging appear. Only after that its use can rejuvenate the skin effectively. If there are deeper wrinkles or indistinct facial oval, then this cosmetology procedure will not give good results.
Below is the average duration of the recommended plasma lifting course, as well as the results obtained for the following most common skin problems:
- skin ptosis. Results: increased turgor and skin tone. 4-6 procedures 1 session in 7 days.
- Wrinkles. Results: a reduction in the depth and number of wrinkles, slowing the course of age -related changes. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Photo shoot. Results: elimination or reduction of hyperpigmentation, photoage. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Tired skin. Results: reduction of circles under the eyes, swelling, as well as an increase in the skin, a local increase in skin immunity. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Problematic skin. Results: reduces the manifestations of acne, improves skin condition, relieves it. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry skin. Nutrition and hydration, activation of metabolic processes. 2-4 treatments, 1 session every 7 days.
- Hair loss, bald. Results: inhibition of the process of hair follicle death, activation of hair growth. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry and thin hair. Results: increased blood supply and nutrition of hair follicles, restoration of hair structure. 2-4 treatments 1 session every 7 days.
- Problems with dandruff, oily scalp. Normalization of sebaceous gland function, removal of dandruff. 4-6 procedures 1 session every 7 days.
Plasmolifting procedures: safety
Plasmolifting is a completely safe cosmetology procedure that provides virtually painless skin rejuvenation without serious subsequent complications. Injections of platelet -rich plasma are non -immunoreactive and non -toxic, because, as noted above, such plasma is obtained from the patient’s blood without the addition of additional substances and drugs. Since plasma rejuvenation procedures help activate the body’s hidden resources, such skin rejuvenation does not cause any rejection reactions. Minor complications may occur, such as spots on the skin, redness, necrosis, hypopigmentation. Also, this cosmetic procedure has no recovery period. It should be noted that such complications are theoretically possible, but the likelihood of their occurrence is very small.
Combination with other procedures
The plasmolifting procedure is perfectly combined with other cosmetic anti-aging procedures, for example, all types of exfoliation and laser re-coating. Then skin rejuvenation will manifest most effectively. Also, this cosmetology procedure is suitable for preparing the skin before performing plastic surgery and improving its condition, its appearance in the period of postoperative recovery. To achieve the greatest efficiency of the plasmolifting method, it can be combined with other laser procedures:
- hyaluronoplasty using lasers will prepare the skin for an increase in hyaluronic acid content;
- laser photothermolysis will allow you to consolidate the results obtained from plasmolifting;
- the combination of lasers will enhance the resulting rejuvenating effect.
Plasmolifting procedure: cost
The plasmolifting procedure itself is low cost, as the patient himself is a provider of platelet -rich plasma, the centrifuge does the work of dividing the blood into fractions, and the injection of the resulting drug can be performed by a cosmetic specialist trained in mesotherapy. injection. A key component of the pricing of plasmolifting procedures is intellectual property. But this cosmetic procedure is not so expensive.
The total cost is formed by taking into account the number and area of the area treated.