It is now fashionable to be well-groomed, young, beautiful. But youth is a gradual phenomenon, and because we want to keep it as long as possible, cosmetologists give us this opportunity by developing, presenting and applying the latest, most effective techniques, rejuvenation procedures. But what choice from the whole wide range of modern cosmetic procedures should a person make who wants to prolong his youth and beauty, rejuvenate his skin and tidy up his appearance? This article reveals in detail the essence of one of the latest techniques - plasmalifting, talks about the safety and high efficiency of this technique.
What is plasmalifting
Human blood contains a huge potential that can stimulate all the resources of the body, so necessary for it in the fight against aging and age-related changes, skin rejuvenation and general tissue repair. And the plasmalifting procedure contributes to highly effective detection, manifestation of all this potential. What is plasmalifting, what is it based on, how is this cosmetic procedure performed, effectively rejuvenating the skin and subcutaneous tissues?
Plasmolifting is a cosmetic procedure, a non-surgical technique that rejuvenates the skin, activating the processes 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 ingenious, are very simple. This cosmetic procedure, its basic concepts are based on the restorative ability of platelet-rich blood plasma of a patient. The resulting plasma is injected into the problem areas of the skin. Thanks to such injections, the human body receives a powerful stimulus to activate the natural rejuvenating and regenerative processes.
Such stimulating properties of platelet-rich plasma ensure the formation of skin cells from stem cells, normalize metabolic processes, the formation of hyaluronic acid molecules, stimulate blood circulation and increase the production of elastin and collagen. Rejuvenation of the skin and deeper subcutaneous tissues begins.
This cosmetic procedure has many other synonyms, such as ACR - autologous cell rejuvenation, auto skin rejuvenation, autoplasma skin therapy, skin plasma revitalization, plasma biorevitalization, chemo rejuvenation, plasma biorevitalization, "draculotherapy".
The plasmalifting procedure is partly similar to biomesotherapy, as the patient's biomaterials are used for injection, thus ensuring the fullest compatibility of biological components and eliminating the possibility of complications in the form of allergic reactions.
Plasmolifting is similar to the cosmetic procedure called ReGen Lab, developed by Swiss specialists, which also rejuvenates the skin and subcutaneous tissues. But this is a more expensive procedure and requires expensive hardware.
The history of the emergence of plasmalifting
Early predecessors of this method included autochemotherapy (transfusion of blood from a vein into the buttock muscle to stimulate the body's defenses), which has been used in medicine for more than a hundred years, as well as plasma therapy, a method of treating certain diseases byintravenous administration of blood plasma.
The first experiments aimed at rejuvenating human skin and immediately preceding the appearance of the plasmalifting method were conducted in the United States decades ago. As a result of these studies, a cosmetic procedure called PRP therapy (PRP-Plateled Rich Plasma) appeared. And the plasmalifting procedure is considered a modification of PRP therapy, patented by specialists in 2004.
Mechanism of influence
Platelets, in addition to their main function - to accelerate blood clotting, are able to secrete proteins of growth factor, which stimulate the process of cell division and growth. After an injury, platelets usually accumulate near the wound, beginning the process of stopping the blood as well as repairing the damaged area.
In order to force the cells to regenerate artificially, thus rejuvenating the skin, a small injury must be inflicted, for example, as in a chemical peel procedure, or the patient's body must be deceived by delivering platelets to the desired area. . Such an action will serve as a signal to start the regeneration processes.
Thus, platelet-rich plasma, when injected into the right areas, helps to repair skin cells. Fibroblasts (connective tissue cells) begin to efficiently produce elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, the formation of new skin cells is also accelerated and skin rejuvenation occurs.
Scope of plasmalifting
Plasmolifting procedure is common mainly in the field of cosmetology. Highly effective and fast, painless skin rejuvenation is its merit. But also this cosmetic procedure is used successfully in trichology, as it is an effective way to combat baldness and hair loss. After a few sessions of plasmalifting, the hair structure is restored, their loss stops and the process of growing healthy hair begins. Depending on the general condition of the hair, 2 to 10 plasmalifting procedures may be needed to treat hair loss and baldness.
Plasmolifting procedure is used successfully in dentistry to accelerate the process of implant transplantation and treatment of periodontitis.
Indications for plasmalifting
The plasma filling procedure has the following indications for its application:
- peeling and dry skin;
- prevention of stretch marks with sudden weight loss;
- age over 25 years. Mimic and small wrinkles - age over 35 years;
- disorders of the basic properties of the skin due to weight loss;
- primary signs of skin prolapse, reduction of its firmness, elasticity;
- accelerating the processes of skin tissue regeneration after laser and chemical peels;
- acne and other dermatological diseases;
- age-related elastosis, "gray" skin;
- skin recovery after strong exposure to UV rays (sun tan, solarium);
- sparse dull hair;
- baldness and dandruff;
- correcting the bad effect of Botox injections.
Contraindications to plasmalifting
The plasmalifting procedure has the following contraindications for its use:
- mental disorders;
- severe sagging of the skin;
- blood diseases;
- immune disorders;
- chronic diseases;
- exacerbation of various chronic diseases;
- severe diabetes mellitus;
- diseases of various internal organs of the patient;
- allergy to anticoagulants used in the production of injections;
- menstruation;
- oncological diseases;
- hypofibrinogenemia;
- platelet abnormalities and dysfunction, low platelet count (less than 100, 000 per 1 (l);
- low hemoglobin (level below 100 g per 1 liter);
- fever, high fever;
- pregnancy;
- the use of antibiotics;
- breastfeeding period;
- antiplatelet therapy;
- use NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) less than two days before the procedure, eg aspirin, analgin;
- inflammation of the skin at the injection site.
This cosmetic procedure has the following main limitations imposed on the patient before it is performed:
- ban on visiting the solarium;
- ban on getting a natural tan;
- ban on visiting swimming pools and saunas.
Plasmolifting procedure: conducting
Before starting the procedure it is recommended to undergo some tests: biochemical and clinical blood tests, blood tests for infectious diseases. The patient is then taken blood from a vein in a tube containing a separation gel and anticoagulant. The volume of blood taken depends mainly on the individual and biological characteristics of the patient. It is usually about 10-20 ml. Then with the help of a special centrifuge the blood is divided into three fractions:
- cellular component (leukocytes and erythrocytes);
- platelet-rich plasma (approximately 1 million per 1 (l);
- platelet-poor plasma (less than 150, 000 per 1 (l).
Platelet-rich blood plasma is injected by microinjection into problem areas pre-treated with an antiseptic solution. After its introduction, fibroblasts are placed along the Langer line (the line of natural stretching associated with age). In the process of stimulating the formation of elastin and collagen, skin tightening occurs. The technique of microinjection is generally similar to mesotherapy.
If necessary, anesthesia can be used for application with a special cream. At the end of the procedure, the areas on which the plasmalifting procedure was performed are again treated with antiseptic. During the first 3 days after plasmalifting, patients usually experience redness and flaking of the skin, as well as a slight darkening of the skin. Small wrinkles may appear on the surface layer of the skin. It usually disappears after three days.
The duration of the procedure usually varies from 40 to 50 minutes. The main course of plasmalifting is 4 sessions with a frequency of 1 session every one to two weeks. And in order to maintain and consolidate the effect obtained, it is necessary to perform again about 2 courses of plasmalifting per year.
To prevent unpleasant side effects, the authors of plasmalifting are prohibited from further modifying the method, for example by adding other components, vitamins, to platelet-rich plasma.
Plasma skin rejuvenation procedure has the most important advantage over other cosmetic procedures - over time the process of stimulating collagen production, ie improving the overall condition of the skin, skin rejuvenation continues in the following months, up to one year. inclusive.
Plasmolifting procedure: effectiveness
In 40 percent of cases, the effect is noticeable almost immediately after plasmalifting. In all other cases, this cosmetic procedure does not appear immediately, the results appear after about 2 weeks. To achieve a more pronounced, better effect, experts recommend several procedures. Then the rejuvenation of the skin of the treated area will be very noticeable. The result of the procedure can last up to two years.
The effect obtained can be compared with the chemical peeling of 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 glowing from the inside. The plasmalifting procedure is effective only when the first signs of age-related changes and aging of the skin appear. Only then can its application effectively rejuvenate the skin. If there are deeper wrinkles or a vague oval face, then this cosmetic procedure will not give good results.
Below is the average recommended duration of the plasma lifting course, as well as the results obtained for the following most common skin problems:
- cutaneous ptosis. Result: increased turgor and skin tone. 4-6 procedures 1 session for 7 days.
- wrinkles. Result: reduction of the depth and number of wrinkles, slowing down the course of age-related changes. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Photoaging. Result: elimination or reduction of hyperpigmentation, photoaging. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Tired skin. Result: reduction of circles under the eyes, swelling, as well as improvement of the complexion, local increase of skin immunity. 2-4 procedures, 1 session every 7 days.
- Problematic skin. Result: reduced manifestations of acne, improved skin condition, its relief. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry skin. Nutrition and hydration, activation of metabolic processes. 2-4 procedures, 1 session every 7 days.
- Hair loss, baldness. Result: inhibition of the processes of death of hair follicles, activation of hair growth. 4-6 procedures for 1 session every 7 days.
- Dry, thin hair. Result: increased blood supply and nutrition of hair follicles, restoration of hair structure. 2-4 procedures 1 session every 7 days.
- Problem with dandruff, oily scalp. Normalize the work of sebaceous glands, eliminate dandruff. 4-6 procedures 1 session every 7 days.
Plasmolifting procedure: safety
Plasmolifting is an absolutely safe cosmetic procedure that provides almost painless skin rejuvenation without serious subsequent complications. Injections of platelet-rich plasma are not immunoreactive and non-toxic because, as mentioned above, such plasma is obtained from the patient's blood without the addition of additional substances and drugs. Because the plasma rejuvenation procedure helps to activate the body's hidden resources, such skin rejuvenation does not cause any rejection reactions. Minor complications are possible, such as spots on the skin, its redness, necrosis, hypopigmentation. Also, this cosmetic procedure has no recovery period. It should be noted that such complications are theoretically possible, but the chance of their occurrence is extremely small.
Combination with other procedures
The plasmalifting procedure is ideally combined with other cosmetic anti-aging procedures, such as all types of peeling and laser surfing. Then skin rejuvenation will be most effective. Also, this cosmetic procedure is ideal for preparing the skin before plastic surgery and improving its condition, its appearance in the postoperative recovery period. To achieve the greatest efficiency of the plasmalifting method, it can be combined with other laser procedures:
- laser hyaluronoplasty will prepare the skin to increase the content of hyaluronic acid;
- laser photothermolysis will allow you to consolidate the results obtained by plasmalifting;
- the combined laser will enhance the resulting rejuvenating effect.
Plasmolifting procedure: price
The plasmalifting procedure itself is cheap, as the patient himself is a supplier of platelet-rich plasma, the centrifuge performs the work of dividing the blood into fractions, and the injection of the drug can be performed by a cosmetologist trained in mesotherapy injections. The main component of the cost of the plasmalifting procedure is intellectual property. But this cosmetic procedure is not so expensive.
The total price is formed taking into account the number and area of treated areas.