Lifting is a common name for a series of cosmetic procedures designed to tighten the skin. This includes plastic surgery and a number of non-invasive methods, from drug (injection) treatment to apparatus therapy.
According to beauticians and users of hardware lifting for rejuvenation, effective tightening is one of the few non-surgical methods that has a long-lasting effect and significantly improves skin health (including anti-inflammatory effect) without causing it. significant side effects.
As a maintenance therapy for ptosis of the skin surfaces, with the advent of age-related changes, hardware lifting is recommended for patients over 25 years of age (no matter) in the form of regular short courses.
For men, the procedure helps to cope with fat deposits in the chin and neck area, restoring the silhouette in the case of shingles obesity.
What is radio wave lifting?
RFlifting of the face and body (or RFlifting) is a therapy for age-related lesions based on a radio wave method to heat the deep layers of the skin (dermis and hypodermis) under the epidermis (surface layer).
The essence of the method is the point effect of radio waves in the most vulnerable areas, where cellulite and sacs are most often formed, i. e. , characterized by age-related flaccidity. These are the areas of the face — the forehead, temple, cheeks, nasolabial triangle, chin, and neck to the thyroid cartilage; and torso - abdomen, inner thighs, sides (above the hip bones). In addition, radio frequency elevation of the whole body is used.
As a result of deep heating to different temperatures (depending on the zone and sensitivity of the skin), the fatty sublayer thins, the blood vessels dilate reflexively, and the metabolism in the skin accelerates as blood flow accelerates. But the most important thing is the transformations that take place with collagen: it changes its structure - the elongated fibers that connect the skin and the epidermis are reduced, and the skin regains its firmness and elasticity. After 21 days, intensive production of new collagen begins, providing a long-lasting effect.
As a result, the "flights" are noticeably tightened, the eyebrows are raised, the nasolabial wrinkles are less pronounced, the acne scars and stretch marks are smoothed out and reduced. The orange peel effect disappears. yellow is replaced by pink.
Views
The RF face and body lift procedure can be performed in different ways depending on the device type and settings. The difference lies in the performance (and temperature of the skin) and polarity of the device.
- It is monopolistic.It works evenly and at the same depth on the selected skin layer. This has the strongest effect and, accordingly, the highest temperature (50-60 ° C)SHEC). This device should not be used on delicate skin, including the eye area (crow's feet only). It is excellent for treating cellulite as part of toning
- Bipolar.Polarity can be switched to reduce power and temperature (up to 45SHEC), so the device is suitable for sensitive areas. It does not create a magnetic field
- Tripolar (tripolar).The latest generation of lifting equipment with constant polarity reversal. The most gentle mode with the lowest temperature and highest processing speed. Suitable for all skin types (even RF eye lifting), can be used all over the body. Absolutely painless
RF and thermolifting - what's the difference?
Thermolifting (thermage) is most commonly referred to as high-power radio-frequency body lifting (i. e. , with a monopolar device). The temperature effect reaches 60 degreesSHEC. Controlled damage to the skin with thermolifting elicits a stronger immune response, making postoperative edema more likely to develop.
Features of thermolifting:
- Good results in the treatment of deep fat deposits (the penetration of radio waves with this method reaches 40 mm), but the scope is limited (it cannot be used to treat the eye due to the risk of damage to the tissues of the eyeball)
- A short procedure, but with a high probability of inconvenience
- Long list of contraindications
RF lifting features:
- Versatility
- Low power consumption
- Lack of feelings and side effects
- Longer therapy
- Repeated courses are required 1-2 times a year
Advantages
- Non-invasiveness. The procedure does not leave scars and does not create potentially harmful conditions (allergic reactions, infections, preconditions for blood loss)
- It does not require special training, rehabilitation, and adherence to lifelong diets or other restrictive rules
- All seasons. In summer, there are no restrictions on the procedure, as the epidermis is not involved in the process
- Efficacy in different age groups regardless of gender. It is well tolerated by both men and women from the age of 25 to menopause
- Fast action. The result is not only visible after a single procedure, but also cumulates over time during the course of treatment (long-term effect)
- The accuracy of the stroke allows the processing of strictly defined areas
- Suitable for the whole body
- Can be used in complex rejuvenation schemes
Who fits
The RFlifting procedure has its own indications and limitations. Recommended by:
- Maintain skin tone until the first signs of fatigue and aging (but not earlier than 25 years)
- First signs of tissue ptosis (drooping of the eyelids, appearance of "flights", "bags" under the eye)
- For shaping, facial contours
- As a treatment for cellulite (including as a means of combating double obesity in the neck)
- As part of a rejuvenating complex
- For quick skin tightening after weight loss
- Reduce the signs of acne to improve skin turgor with general relaxation
- Stretch marks (stretch marks of different etiologies)
- Expression lines and folds
- Couperosis of the face and legs
Contraindications:
- Connective tissue diseases
- Acute period of viral or bacterial infection, exacerbation of chronic diseases
- Pregnancy, breast-feeding or menstruation
- Prostheses, implants (including gold reinforcement), presence of pacemakers
- Patient receiving concomitant botox injection
- High blood pressure or severe high blood pressure
- Wounds, eczema, active dermatitis
- Oncological diseases
- Any type of diabetes
- Under 25 years of age
How does it happen
- The patient should not use cosmetics before the procedure - the skin should be dry and clean. Men need to shave thoroughly. It is not recommended to wear contact lenses when working on the eyelids and around the eyes
- In a beauty salon or clinic, the client is placed in a comfortable lying position on the couch and covered with a disposable sheet. The hair is collected under a hat
- First, the facial skin is peeled for deep cleansing.
- A hypoallergenic (neutral) conductive gel is then used
- The beautician will start to manipulate the device along strictly defined lines in the treated area while massaging the skin at the same time.
- At the end of the procedure, the skin is washed off and a nourishing mask is applied to the face
The mode of exposure is selected individually depending on the properties of the skin, the area to be treated and the desired effect. Painful feelings are rare - during the manipulation, the client may experience tingling sensations of greater or lesser intensity on the body surface in the operating area of the device.
Before visiting a beauty salon, you should consult a dermatologist about the presence of contraindications.
Side effects and recommendations after the meeting
Immediately after the RF lifting session, the blood vessels dilate and fill with blood. As a result, redness of the treated area, a feeling of heat and a local rise in temperature are possible. These symptoms go away on their own within a day or two.
In the evening, slight swelling may occur which does not require intervention. If you are working on large areas of the body to eliminate cellulite, it is advisable to combine RF lifting with lymphatic drainage.
A rare, long-term complication of the procedure is skin fibrosis (abnormal proliferation of connective tissue due to excessive stimulation). Occurs when the procedure is abused or the beautician regularly fails to adhere to the temperature system and duration of exposure.
Therefore, when choosing this rejuvenation method, you must strictly adhere to the recommended intervals between sessions, carefully select the clinic, taking into account the qualifications and qualifications of the physician.
On the first day after the meeting, the client must refrain from:
- A visit to the spa
- sports Hall
- Solarium
How often should the procedure be performed
Radio frequency lifting has a long-lasting effect, so it is enough to repeat the course 1-2 times a year. Each course includes approximately 4, 15-20 minutes of treatment (up to 2 hours depending on treatment regimen and body surface area) for clients under the age of 50 and approximately 6-8 procedures for menopausal patients, as changes in hormone levels lead to more permanent skin changes. .
At least 10 days must elapse between procedures in one course (this interval can be increased to two weeks but not decreased).
Advantages of the intervention in a professional clinic:
- Innovative technologies - tripolar RF lifting: soft complex effect without pain
- Experienced beauticians and physiotherapists
- Consult a dermatologist before the procedure
- Wide range of cosmetic services
- Individual selection of complex anti-aging programs