If a woman encounters pimples for the first time, then most likely she will simply start looking for a method to remove them, but when a woman lives with this problem all the time, she tries the most advanced methods of cleansing the skin. Removing acne with a laser is considered a very effective procedure, since this option for cleansing the skin shows incredible results after the first use of the laser in a beauty salon.
It is worth trying laser acne removal to get perfect skin, as well as make your face smooth and beautiful; many women write that laser peeling really helped eliminate severe inflammation and rashes after just a few sessions. Of course, this procedure is carried out only in a salon that has a beauty salon, and the procedure is quite expensive, but it is worth the money.
Who is the procedure indicated for, and what are its results?
Acne usually occurs in adolescence in girls and young people, but for some, hormonal levels return to normal and the pimples disappear, while others have to struggle with acne throughout their entire lives or most of their youth. Small pimples begin to appear on the surface of the face, which are usually very inflamed, for this reason the face does not look attractive, and acne is extremely difficult to treat, because even if the rashes go away, small scars and cicatrices may form in their place.
Inflammation and the appearance of pimples and blackheads are usually due to the fact that the sebaceous glands produce excess sebum, thereby clogging pores and causing inflammation. In this case, it is very important not only to treat the skin, but also to normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
Laser acne removal can be considered the most effective method of eliminating acne on the face, because the beam not only affects the acne or pimple, it also has a disinfecting and healing effect.
The skin cleansing method was used back in the nineties, and although today the technology has been improved, the method is still used for serious skin lesions. In addition, it is worth saying that the laser helps get rid of acne that has just begun to develop and become inflamed.
Stages of development
According to the severity of acne, three stages are distinguished.
First stage
- comedonal, characterized by the appearance of comedones, consisting of keratinized epidermal cells with a black tip (cork), these are nothing more than products of chemically altered sebum, microbes and dust.
Second stage
- papulopustular acne of moderate severity. Papular acne is a small cone-shaped element that looks like a comedon, at the base of which a small formed inflammatory infiltrate has accumulated. Pustular acne is the next stage in the development of papular acne. More often it is a painful, deep red nodule with a purulent head. After the purulent head falls off, a scar forms.
Third stage
- extremely severe forms of papulopustular acne, with almost the entire area of the face affected (possibly affecting the upper back and chest). Large protruding pustules are visually distinguished. There are large numbers of conglobate acne - a combination of inflamed comedones, necrotic acne - with an area of necrosis in the center of the element after healing, which leaves scars.
It should also be said about such a problem as complications of acne: stagnant spots, telangiectasia, atrophic and hypertrophic scars.
The effectiveness of acne treatment with laser radiation is due to the fact that the method allows taking into account various factors influencing the development of acne, and above all the severity of the disease itself at its different stages.
Benefits of laser treatment
If we consider the effect of this procedure, it will indeed be immediate, but it is worth considering that redness may be noticed on the surface of the skin, this will indicate that the upper layer of the epithelium was removed by the laser. It is also worth saying that the beam can affect not only the surface of the skin, but also its inner layers, this is very useful, since special acne products only affect the first layer of skin, relieving inflammation.
The effect of this procedure will please the girl for a long time, but it is worth saying that the procedure will still have to be repeated periodically in case of a progressive disease. The most lasting result can be seen if acne occurs against the background of inflammation of the sebaceous glands, but if a girl has a hormonal imbalance, then the result will not last long.
Prices for laser peeling in Moscow
The cost of laser peeling depends on the surface area of the skin that needs to be treated. First, you need to contact a cosmetologist so that he can conduct an examination, assess the extent of skin damage and select the course of procedures you need. The approximate cost can be checked with the salon administrator. The pricing policy is also largely determined by the type of procedure chosen - hot or cold peeling, as well as what substances will be used.
The pricing policy of some medical centers and beauty salons in Moscow for laser peeling services varies greatly. Below are some of them.
- Frauklinik – 15 thousand rubles.
- ON CLINIC – 11 thousand rubles.
- Best Clinic – 27.5 thousand rubles.
- MedicCity – 15 thousand rubles.
- Miracle Doctor - 5 thousand rubles.
- European Center for Aesthetic Medicine – 50 thousand rubles.
- ProfMedPomosch – 45 thousand rubles.
- K+31 – 60 thousand rubles.
- Capital - 10.5 thousand rubles.
- Etisel Beauty and Health Center – 17.9 thousand rubles.
- Lanthanum - 9.6 thousand rubles.
- Medline Service – 29.4 thousand rubles.
- Clinic on Leninsky - 13 thousand rubles.
- RossClinic – 5 thousand rubles.
- Family doctor – 6.2 thousand rubles.
Main types of treatment
There are two methods for treating such acne; infrared light or ultraviolet radiation can be used for this, both of these methods have their own characteristics, which are worth talking about in more detail.
Ultraviolet exposure is usually used when pimples on the skin are not so noticeable, that is, the appointment of ultraviolet radiation occurs when there is minor damage to the skin, and in the initial stage of acne. Pimples are removed with waves up to 420 nm; the rays of such a device penetrate deep into the skin by about 0.15 millimeters.
The procedure additionally has an antibacterial effect, thereby relieving the inflammation process. In addition, this method allows you to remove old skin cells and start the regeneration process, for this reason ultraviolet light is often used in anti-aging procedures.
The infrared ray, on the other hand, has a deeper effect on the skin; the rays can reach 1020 nm in length, for this reason they can easily penetrate 0.4 millimeters under the skin. Since this method allows the rays to penetrate deeper into the skin, this makes it possible not only to renew the epidermis, but also to start the regeneration of all skin cells in general.
After the procedure, a woman may notice that the inflamed lesions have become much cleaner, the activity of the sebaceous glands will be reduced, and the procedure also makes it possible to normalize metabolic processes in the skin tissues. This procedure is usually used for severe breakouts and to remove acne scars.
Causes of acne
There are quite a few reasons for the appearance of acne, usually the main ones are:
- special factors of hormonal status;
- increased activity of the sebaceous glands;
- gastrointestinal disorders of various etiologies;
- stress;
- heredity;
- improper functioning of the immune system;
- dysbacteriosis;
- allergy;
- other reasons.
Treatment is prescribed depending on the severity and cause of the disease. To accurately diagnose, identify the extent of damage, and prescribe adequate treatment, it is necessary to undergo a medical consultation. Only by identifying the causes of the malaise and its intensity can you choose the right therapy. One of the methods of treating acne and acne is phototherapy of acne.
Carrying out the procedure
Laser peeling is allowed to be done no more than once a week, the session can last no more than twenty minutes, but it is worth remembering that before the cleansing procedure, the cosmetologist must additionally prepare the skin for laser cleansing. The doctor also pre-examines the skin in order to prescribe the required number of sessions, since the effect from one procedure cannot be miraculous. Usually, to completely remove acne, it is necessary to carry out at least four sessions.
To begin with, as already mentioned, the surface of the skin is cleansed, and then a special gel that has an anti-inflammatory effect must be applied to the face. Special protective glasses are worn over the eyes to prevent damage to vision from the laser beam. Next, the doctor can select a specific beam length that will properly affect the skin and help get rid of this problem.
As soon as the procedure is completed, special creams with a moisturizing effect are applied to the skin, and dexpanthenol must also be present in their composition. According to reviews from many women, this procedure does not bring discomfort or pain; most often, patients feel a slight tingling and warmth.
Usually, after such cleansing, the skin looks reddened, this is a completely normal skin reaction, redness usually disappears in just one hour. Such sessions will have to be repeated at least once every six months, and it is not necessary to have acne on the skin to do peeling, since the laser is also used to prevent acne.
This method has its own contraindications, for this reason it is important to consult a dermatologist and cosmetologist before performing laser cleansing of the skin on the face.
Contraindications
When prescribing laser therapy, you need to remember about contraindications and limitations, which are:
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- presence of a pacemaker;
- diabetes mellitus in the stage of decompensation;
- taking retinoids (synthetic vitamin A preparations) within the last 6 months; taking tetracycline antibiotics or other medications that increase skin sensitivity to light over the past month;
- atypical skin formations and pigment spots, rashes of non-inflammatory origin, overgrown scars in the areas of treatment;
- herpes virus of all types, chronic dermatoses with impaired skin integrity (eczema, psoriasis, etc.) in the area of treatment;
- performing deep chemical or mechanical skin resurfacing (peeling) in the areas of planned laser use during the last 2 weeks;
- carrying out laser correction of wrinkles or laser skin rejuvenation in the areas of planned laser use within the last 3 months;
- injections of collagen or other fillers within the last 2 weeks in the areas of planned laser application;
- intense tanning for less than 4 weeks.
Negative points
Despite all the advantages, the procedure also has some disadvantages. They are released in small quantities, so they cannot detract from the level of effectiveness.
The main disadvantage is the presence of a number of diseases for which treatment is prohibited. These include malignant tumors, diabetes mellitus and blood pathologies. Therapy is also not carried out during pregnancy.
Before starting treatment, you should definitely consult a specialist. It is important that the doctor evaluates all indications and contraindications to avoid complications. After all, sometimes it is necessary to refuse treatment due to the unstable state of the body. This can be revealed after passing the necessary tests.
The procedures are expensive and therefore not suitable for all people.
The main disadvantage that pushes people away from the procedure is the increased cost of the procedures. It does not matter where the treatment is carried out: in a private beauty salon or a public hospital. For each flash, of which you will need at least 15 per session, you will have to pay a large sum. The course is carried out for a minimum of three days, so treatment can significantly affect your financial condition. At an advanced stage, 10 procedures will be required.
