Liquid thread lifting is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that eliminates the signs of aging without surgery. Reviews note the relative painlessness and safety of this method of aesthetic correction. For face lift use meso-cocktails, forming a strong subcutaneous frame.
Advantages and disadvantages
Liquid threads that prevent the epidermis from sagging have a multicomponent chemical formula. The biologically active substances included in the composition of such specific preparations not only provide a stable cosmetic effect, but also perform a therapeutic function.
Meso cocktails for non-surgical lifting:
- enhance the natural production of collagen and elastin - connective proteins of the skin;
- intensify the processes of cell regeneration;
- saturate the inner layers of the epidermis with nutrients, hyaluronic acid, vitamins, amino acid compounds;
- regulate the water-salt balance;
- provide energy balance;
- improve metabolic processes.
Liquid threads for the face, reviews of which are numerous and ambiguous, have their own set of advantages and disadvantages.
The advantages of the cosmetic procedure include:
- fast rejuvenation effect;
- lack of a long period of rehabilitation;
- painless aesthetic manipulation;
- the ability to simultaneously solve several cosmetic and dermatological problems;
- reduced risk of side effects and the development of undesirable consequences;
- use of biodegradable drugs that completely disintegrate in the body and do not accumulate in tissues;
- compatibility of manipulation with other cosmetic procedures.
Such meso-cocktails provide a comprehensive therapeutic approach, improve complexion, endow the skin with lost firmness and elasticity. The advantages of non-surgical lifting with liquid threads include the variety of types and brands of medicines used.
This allows cosmetologists to practice an individual approach and choose the product that is best suited for solving the tasks at hand. The disadvantages of this method of facelift are the high price, the presence of contraindications, the need for several sessions.
Although the procedure for aesthetic correction is minimally invasive, it is still associated with damage to the skin. therefore it takes some time to recover. Some components of the mesotherapeutic mixture are theoretically capable of provoking allergic manifestations and causing reactions of individual intolerance.
Indications
Subcutaneous reinforcement of the face is prescribed for flabbiness of the epidermis and decreased tone of facial muscles, It is carried out to eliminate age-related changes, aesthetic flaws, dermatological disorders. Special preparations are used based on high molecular weight hyaluronic acid and zinc chloride.
Typical indications for aesthetic face contour correction:
- loss of skin elasticity and elasticity due to age-related reasons or pathological factors;
- excess fat deposits in the chin area, on the cheeks, in the area of the wings of the nose;
- general flabbiness of the epidermis;
- an abundance of wrinkles on the forehead;
- aesthetic defects in the periorbital region;
- shallow nasolabial folds;
- excessive dryness of the face;
- excessive pigmentation;
- disturbances in the work of the sebaceous glands;
- the presence of postoperative or traumatic scars and scars;
- displacement of the face contour.
Different types of biogels are used depending on the nature of the aesthetic defect. The required type and composition of the drug are selected according to individual indications, taking into account the physiological compatibility with the active components of the meso cocktail.
Liquid threads for the face (reviews indicate good tolerance by most patients) allow you to restore symmetry and provide a healthy shade of the skin.
The aesthetic correction procedure is prescribed to accelerate the rehabilitation after laser resurfacing, botulinum toxin injections, rhinoplasty and other surgical operations. The activation of the synthesis of fibrillar proteins promotes the proliferation of connective tissues, due to which the configuration of the face oval changes and wrinkles are smoothed.
Contraindications
This type of lifting is one of the safest and least traumatic procedures in injection cosmetology. The components of bioactive gels do not overcome the transdermal barrier, are not absorbed into the bloodstream and do not have a systemic effect on the body.
A facelift with liquid threads has an impressive list of contraindications and situational clinical limitations. This procedure is not performed on patients who have not reached the age of majority.
It is not recommended to perform lifting with mesotherapeutic cocktails with reinforcing properties during pregnancy and breastfeeding... The cosmetology market has a huge number of drugs for this purpose, which expands the choice and allows for biological compatibility.
Studies of teratogenic characteristics and effects on intrauterine development have not been conducted. The ability of physiologically active components of such biogels to penetrate into breast milk has not been established. Therefore, pregnancy and lactation period are among the absolute contraindications.
The procedure for aesthetic correction with liquid threads cannot be performed for certain chronic pathologies, infectious and inflammatory processes and systemic diseases.
The absolute clinical contraindications to the use of mesotherapeutic formulations include:
- chronic herpes infection;
- endocrine disorders, including all types of diabetes mellitus;
- pulmonary tuberculosis;
- hematological disorders;
- acute inflammation of the skin and lipid layers;
- active viral and bacterial infections, accompanied by hyperthermia;
- bronchial asthma and other diseases of the respiratory system;
- cardiovascular dysfunction.
Cosmetological manipulation is not performed for neurological disorders, severe autoimmune pathologies, renal failure. It is prohibited for any disease that affects the rheological properties of blood.
Liquid threads for the face are not used in the presence of malignant hyperplasias, regardless of their location.
Patient reviews say that allergic reactions in most cases are not recorded. Individual intolerance is considered a relative contraindication, since there is always the possibility of selecting a safe analogue. Some components of such formulations are capable of provoking anaphylactic reactions of an immediate type.
Composition of meso cocktails for injection facelift:
| Active substance | Properties and characteristics |
| Hyaluronic acid | A stabilized chemical compound bound by zinc salts. It is considered completely hypoallergenic.Forms the cytoplastic environment necessary for the functioning, division and regeneration of cells. |
| Calcium hydroxyapatite | A synthetic analogue of bone fibers. Does not cause anaphylactic reactions and complications. In rare cases, biological intolerance is observed. Such patients should refuse from a meso-cocktail based on calcium hydroxyapatite. |
| Polycaprolactone | In surgical practice, it is used as an absorbable suture material. It is a biodegradable polyester. In cosmetology, it belongs to the category of fillers. It stimulates the growth of fibrous tissues and makes up for the lack of their volume with its own structure. Increases cellular turgor. |
| Zinc salts | Replenish collagen deficiency, smooth out the relief of the epidermis, and eliminate deep creases. Do not cause allergic reactions. |
The injection of reinforcing mesococktails is not prescribed for hypersensitivity to such components of the chemical formula.
Training
During the initial consultation with the cosmetologist, a visual examination and palpation of the patient are carried out. The doctor clarifies information about chronic diseases, allergic predisposition. No special preparations are required.
Before carrying out mesotherapeutic manipulation, a standard set of laboratory tests is prescribed. It includes:
- blood sampling for extended biochemical research;
- coagulogram - a complex hematological analysis to assess the rheological properties of plasma;
- allergic tests;
- general urine analysis;
It is imperative to donate blood for the determination of tumor markers, HIV infection, antibodies to hepatitis B and C... 30 days before the appointed date for the mesotherapeutic manipulation, you should stop taking antibacterial drugs, hormonal therapy and any means that affect the parameters of blood coagulation.
Liquid threads for the face, reviews of which sweep aside the extreme simplicity of the procedure, do not require correction of the diet. It is recommended to stop drinking alcoholic beverages and quit smoking a week before the appointed date.
Nicotine negatively affects the state of the respiratory system and respiratory function, while alcohol increases blood pressure, creates an excessive load on the heart muscle and causes liver intoxication.
Therefore, alcoholic beverages and smoking are subject to restrictions. It is undesirable to stay in the sun for a long time before the procedure and visit the solarium. Ultraviolet light tones the skin, which can weaken the effect of liquid threads.
Immediately before the rejuvenation procedure, it is prohibited to perform other cosmetic manipulations.that can damage the molecular structure of the epidermis. If necessary, the doctor can send the patient for additional diagnostic examinations, including apparatus.
Procedure step by step
Improving the condition of the skin of the face with reinforcing preparations based on hyaluronic acid is carried out under local anesthesia. The injection procedure is low-traumatic, therefore, only puncture sites are anesthetized.
An important point is the selection of anesthetic and dosage. Often, fibrotic changes in the epidermis are caused by the inflammatory process and the vital activity of pathogenic microorganisms.
The proliferation of connective tissues is accompanied by edema and hyperemia. An incorrectly selected drug or an excessive dose can cause an increase in pathological symptoms and the development of negative side reactions.
The condition of the skin is preliminarily assessed and the required volume of biogel is determined. The anesthesiologist monitors the situation and adjusts the dose of anesthetic medication administered.
The procedure is carried out on an outpatient basis in a beauty parlor. The patient sits in a special chair in a reclining position. The session lasts 1.5-2 hours.The suitable type of liquid thread is selected individually.
For a very thin epidermis, a reinforcing preparation with a high concentration of zinc salts is not suitable. Biogel is fed to a significant depth to touch all layers of the skin.
The procedure is performed step by step with the following sequential steps:
- Cleansing the skin from microscopic particles of makeup and various impurities.
- Antiseptic treatment, degreasing and complete disinfection of the front surface.
- Marking and determining puncture points with a special marker.
- Anesthetic administration.
- Feed liquid threads to the designated points with a special thin medical needle.
The procedure does not cause discomfort, and the puncture marks disappear within 2 days.
Typical zones of introduction of a reinforcing meso cocktail:
- nasolabial folds;
- periorbital area;
- cheekbones;
- forehead surface;
- the chin;
- cheeks.
A session requires no more than 3 ml of anti-aging drug. The total volume of the cosmetic product is distributed over a given number of injections of 0.1-0.2 ml. The time interval between rejuvenation sessions is at least 14 days.
Care procedures after
- Thread lifting requires the use of exclusively natural remedies during the rehabilitation period - liquid soap, lotions and gels for washing. They should not contain synthetic additives, colors or flavors. It is necessary to protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet radiation with a special filter cream.
- For 4-5 days after the procedure of anti-aging reinforcement, the affected areas of the epidermis are treated with a weak solution of hydrogen peroxide.
- It is forbidden to drink alcohol for 2 weeks, drink strong black coffee and tea. These products contain toxic substances that are deposited in the tissues of the skin and fatty tissue.
- It is recommended that you limit your intake of sugary foods and flour foods for up to 14 days.
- Liquid threads for the face (reviews note that a visually noticeable effect of aesthetic correction occurs after the 1st procedure) provides for refusal to visit the pool, beach, solarium, and other places with high temperatures and humidity.
- It is necessary to avoid exposure to the skin of chemically aggressive substances and toxic gaseous compounds. Sleeping is recommended for 3 days after aesthetic correction only on the back.
- It is forbidden to use decorative cosmetics for 2 weeks. You cannot massage the face and it is desirable to exclude its contact with various surfaces. It is necessary to wash with a chemically neutral tonic, without using soap and shower gels containing alkalis.
How long does the result last
Liquid filaments have a cumulative effect that is clearly manifested over time. The primary result becomes noticeable after 2 days. It is clearly drawn up within 2 weeks.
The shade of the face is noticeably improved, wrinkles are gradually smoothed, the skin acquires firmness and elasticity. Painful pigmentation quickly disappears, the oval of the face is leveled.
Such a result, with a successful combination of circumstances and favorable etiological factors, can last up to 3 years. The specific timing is influenced by many reasons - from the skill of the cosmetologist and ending with natural metabolism, individual physiology of the body and good heredity.
This procedure is considered supportive. It can be repeated every 6 months. There are experimental drugs that prolong the result for up to 6 years. The minimum period of action of liquid threads is estimated at 6-9 months. Not a single cosmetologist will give an exact guarantee on the duration of the result.
Possible complications
Injection rejuvenation can lead to undesirable and unexpected consequences.All complications are associated with hypersensitivity to the components of the reinforcing meso-cocktail or with medical errors, which are not uncommon.
Negative consequences may be due to the use of uncertified drugs or neglect of rehabilitation recommendations.
The most common side effects are:
- severe redness of the skin in the treatment area, sometimes accompanied by itching, is a clear indication of the biological immunity of the drug;
- swelling of tissues;
- short-term burning sensation;
- subcutaneous pain.
Usually, such symptoms disappear on their own within a week and do not require medical intervention. If during this time the negative manifestations have not stopped, you should consult a dermatologist.
Certified liquid facelift threads rarely cause side effects. Reviews confirm their good tolerance. Such drugs are absolutely safe and undergo comprehensive clinical studies.
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