Hardware facial rejuvenation is the effect of various types of energy on the structure of the skin. The impact occurs with the help of special equipment and professional cosmetics. The purpose of such procedures is to improve the appearance and health of facial skin.
Recently, people increasingly prefer the hardware method of rejuvenation.
As a major equipment supplier in our country, we often receive requests from cosmetologists. Specialists want to expand their range of services and add new facial rejuvenation techniques. At the same time, many of them wonder which procedures are the most effective and popular.
We have collected the answers to these questions in one article. From it you will learn which methods are in demand, what their advantages and disadvantages are. We’ll also talk about what trends in cosmetology to expect next year.
Procedures in hardware cosmetology are carried out using:
- light exposure methods (lasers and photo technologies);
- currents (microcurrents and myostimulation);
- vacuum;
- ultrasound.
Today, there are dozens of different procedures and techniques in beauty salons. Which of them are suitable and will be effective in specific cases is decided by the doctor together with the patient. However, all their many can be divided into 3 main groups according to the problems that they are designed to solve.
Peelings
Peels combat visual imperfections of the skin (uneven color, relief, scar deformation in the presence of post-acne). Peeling procedures differ in the method of exposure. For example, laser, vacuum, ultrasonic or gas-liquid.
Correction of age-related changes
These procedures help with the appearance of signs of skin aging (pigmentation, wrinkles, ptosis, loss of tone, uneven skin color). The most common treatments are laser facial rejuvenation or microcurrent therapy.
Lifting
Lifting procedures are carried out for age-related changes associated with the elasticity and tone of the skin (fuzzy oval of the face, sagging and ptosis of tissues). Lifting procedures include RF lifting and deep laser rejuvenation.
Hardware facial rejuvenation: benefits
Recently, more and more cosmetologists and clients prefer hardware rejuvenation procedures. Let's try to compare them with other methods and find out why.
It is generally accepted that the main competitor to hardware cosmetology is injections. Many clients prefer "beauty injections" because they have an immediate visible effect. After hardware procedures, the effect appears gradually, but lasts longer.
During hardware rejuvenation, internal resources of physiological lifting, rejuvenation and skin renewal are launched. And during injection procedures, nutritional components come from outside.
These trends in cosmetology have their followers and opponents. However, they complement each other. Therefore, if you combine injection and hardware procedures under the supervision of a competent specialist, you can achieve maximum effect.
During procedures using physiological methods using devices, the processes of natural skin renewal are launched. And so that the skin has a resource for this renewal, you can additionally add injections. As a result, the combination of these rejuvenation techniques gives a much more powerful result than single procedures.
If we compare hardware cosmetology with massage rejuvenation techniques, it is obvious that massage is less effective. But this method is perfect for young skin without signs of aging for prevention and tone. Also, facial massage can be combined with other rejuvenating techniques to maintain and enhance their effect.
The main advantage of hardware rejuvenation over surgical rejuvenation is safety. We also note short rehabilitation after the procedure or its complete absence, minor contraindications, absence of scars. Surgery is a much more radical method of rejuvenation than the others. Therefore, you should not rush to see a surgeon. It is better to use more gentle methods.
Hardware facial rejuvenation: trends. What will be popular in 2023
Next year, the demand for hardware procedures will continue to grow. We have identified three cosmetology trends that will be in the TOP in 2023.
Microneedling RF lifting
This technique involves exposing the skin to radiofrequency radiation. To carry out the procedure, an applicator with microneedles is used, which penetrate the skin and act on the dermis. After which the mechanisms of cell restoration and renewal are launched. As a result, under the influence of radio frequency waves, the tissues heat up, tighten and thicken.
Indications:
- drooping upper eyelid;
- unclear facial contour;
- expression wrinkles;
- deterioration of skin color;
- acne;
- enlarged pores;
- tissue prolapse;
- uneven skin texture;
- signs of aging.
Advantages: long-lasting effect, results after the first procedure, absence of pain, non-traumatic. Disadvantages: swelling after the procedure, possible allergic reactions.
SMAS lifting
Smas-lifting is a procedure in which ultrasound influences the inner layers of the skin. As a result, collagen production is stimulated.
After this procedure, the face acquires clear outlines, swelling, jowls, and sagging skin noticeably disappear. Smas-lifting is an excellent alternative to surgical facelifts. The effect of the procedure is increasing and appears within 3-4 months.
Indications:
- deep expression wrinkles;
- nasolabial and nasolacrimal folds;
- premature skin aging;
- ptosis 1-2 degrees.
Advantages: one procedure is enough, long-term increasing effect, non-surgical method, no damage to the skin, no long-term rehabilitation.
Disadvantages: high cost, risks of unsuccessful procedure using low-quality equipment, limited spectrum of action, presence of contraindications.
Fractional facial rejuvenation
Fractional laser facial skin rejuvenation is a technique of exposing the skin to a laser array of microbeams. This effect activates regeneration processes and collagen production. After fractional rejuvenation, the skin is tightened, pores are narrowed, complexion is evened out, wrinkles and scars are smoothed out.
Fractional CO2 laser procedures are safe because all manipulations are strictly controlled by a doctor. The formation of fibrosis and denaturation is also excluded due to laser technology.
The main advantage of the fractional CO2 laser is that during the procedure, rejuvenation processes inside cells are launched using the body’s own resources.
Indications:
- enlarged pores;
- gravitational ptosis;
- hyperpigmentation;
- hyperkeratosis;
- decreased skin turgor;
- scars, stretch marks, scars, post-acne;
- oily porous skin.
Advantages: minimally invasive procedure, individual settings for each patient, possibility of targeted treatment, short recovery period, the effect is noticeable immediately, the result lasts a long time.
Disadvantages: burning and itching are possible in the first hours after the procedure, redness and swelling are possible in the first days, dryness and darkening of the skin in the first days, inflammatory processes in damaged areas, several procedures may be required, high cost.
Laser radiation in devices of this type is obtained from a gaseous medium. Professional fractional lasers are used in cosmetology, dermatology, surgery and gynecology. These are universal devices that can solve many cosmetic and medical problems.
The convenience of fractional lasers is that a large set of attachments has been developed for them. They allow you to perform procedures of various types and complexity. Also, in addition to stationary heavy devices, there are tabletop portable lasers.
What are the advantages of fractional laser devices:
- wide range of applications;
- the ability to treat any area of the skin;
- allowed for use on any skin phototype;
- possibility of point impact;
- affecting about 20% of the area of damaged skin;
- lack of long-term rehabilitation;
- controlled and safe effect on the skin.
Platform for skin improvement using laser therapy
You can also purchase a multifunctional faction platform. You no longer need to buy different equipment for different problems. Because this device combines the functions of several devices and covers most of the tasks facing a specialist. All procedures carried out using this platform are effective and safe.
This is a universal device that is used in:
- cosmetology;
- dermatology;
- gynecology;
- dentistry;
- surgery;
- otolaryngology.
