Mesotherapy - what is it and can it be done, indications and contraindications, mesotherapy techniques and the effect of the procedure

Facial mesotherapy is the introduction of biologically active substances into problem areas of the facial skin. These substances correct skin defects and do so quite effectively, so mesotherapy is very popular among modern cosmetologists.

Indications for facial mesotherapy

Facial mesotherapy is indicated in the following cases:

Prevention of facial skin aging;
Fine wrinkles and other signs of skin aging;
Atrophic, hypertrophic and keloid scars;
Porous and oily skin;
Cuperosis;
Acne exacerbation;
Alopecia;

Preparation for mechanical or chemical peeling, or laser resurfacing, as well as recovery after these procedures.

Contraindications for mesotherapy

Mesotherapy is not a very serious intervention, but it also has contraindications:

Skin diseases;
Chronic renal failure;
Nephropathy;
Chronic vascular pathology;
Third trimester of pregnancy;
Cholelithiasis;
Acute fever;
Improper blood clotting - either due to illness or due to taking anticoagulants. In the second case, you can carry out the procedure after finishing taking the medication.

Before facial mesotherapy

For mesotherapy to be successful, a number of rules must be followed:

Three days before the procedure, you need to stop taking Aspirin and painkillers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as nimesil and indomethacin;
One day before the procedure, you should avoid applying makeup;
If you have a weak vascular network on your face, then you can start taking Ascorutin two days before mesotherapy;
If your herpes has ever worsened, be sure to warn your cosmetologist about this - mesotherapy sometimes provokes its exacerbation. In this case, you should start using antiherpes drugs two days before the procedure, especially in the area around the mouth;
To improve the results of mesotherapy, it will be useful to do superficial peeling several times before it;
Mesotherapy should not be done during menstruation.

Operating principle

A positive effect during the procedure is achieved due to the drugs used during injections. Such products in cosmetology are called meso-cocktails; they contain various natural extracts, vitamins, beneficial acids and organic compounds. Their main task is to replenish the deficiency of substances in the body and launch the internal processes of renewal, regeneration and healing.
Thanks to the “injections of youth,” the production of collagen and elastin in the skin is enhanced, which makes it possible to give the soft tissues the necessary tone and elasticity, blood circulation and lymph flow improves, and the processes of cell saturation with water and oxygen are normalized.
Do not forget that facial mesotherapy provokes skin rejuvenation not only due to meso-cocktails, but also directly due to the violation of the integrity of the skin. Microscopic wounds provoke increased healing, which affects the condition of the epidermis in the most favorable way. Reviews from experts confirm the effectiveness of a combination of two factors: useful drugs and methods of their administration.

It is practically impossible to evaluate the positive results of the procedure after one visit. Beneficial substances accumulate in the dermis and provide a pronounced manifestation only after 3-4 sessions. In most cases, to achieve the desired result, it is recommended to complete a course of 7-10 procedures.

Mesotherapy - what is it and when should it be done 10/31/2018 15:17

There are six injection mesotherapy techniquesContents

Mesotherapy - what is it, indications.
Methods of hardware mesotherapy.
Fractional mesotherapy.
Mesotherapy techniques.
The effect of mesotherapy.
Choice of meso cocktail.
Preparing for the procedure.
Stages of the procedure.
How often should mesotherapy be done?
Side effects.
Contraindications.

Mesotherapy is a method of cosmetic medicine aimed at eliminating certain dermatological problems by introducing preparations containing vitamins, hyaluronic acid, phospholipids, etc. under the skin.

Mesotherapy is indicated for the following problems:

Expression wrinkles.
Age wrinkles.
Enlarged pores.
Flabby, thin skin.
Gravitational ptosis.
Cuperosis.
Scarring.
Stretch marks.
Dark spots.
Acne.
Cellulite.
Hair loss and alopecia.

There are two types of mesotherapy:

hardware - a method in which medicinal substances are injected under the skin using special devices.
injection, drugs are injected under the skin using a syringe through punctures.

Possible negative consequences

The concept of side effects is quite often associated with mesotherapy. Patient reviews often contain questions about whether or not to do a second procedure if negative consequences appeared after the first time. In fact, there is no need to be afraid of such manifestations; the human body reacts to the intervention and activates its resources, which is also very beneficial for skin rejuvenation.

What are the most common consequences of mesotherapy? The negative effect of the procedure can be expressed in such phenomena as:

swelling;
bruises;
papules and redness;
moderate pain.

Fractional mesotherapy - its features and advantages

The essence of this type of hardware cosmetology is multiple effects on a specific problem area, using a handpiece equipped with a replaceable cartridge with needles of various lengths. Their number is from 12 to 20 pieces. The cartridge is selected depending on the problem, its location and the individual characteristics of the patient.

The needles make several thousand oscillatory movements per minute, due to which the area of influence is increased, and the pain of the procedure and its duration are reduced.

The effectiveness of the method is based on a double action:

Inflicted microtraumas activate metabolism and regeneration processes. Stem cells are mobilized to build new tissue to replace damaged tissue. The production of collagen and elastin is stimulated. The skin is noticeably renewed within the first day after the mesotherapy procedure.

During exposure, the drug penetrates into the deep layers of the skin. Its components participate in the biochemical processes occurring in the dermis, providing a prolonged, therapeutic effect. Therefore, the effect of the complex of procedures lasts from six months to one and a half years, depending on the individual characteristics of the skin.

Rehabilitation and possible complications

The principle of mesotherapy is based on the introduction of the drug into the deep layers of the dermis. Accordingly, minor trauma to the skin and tissues is inevitable. Recovery takes some time.

It is worth remembering the influence of the mesotherapy cocktail. Everything must be done to maximize the absorption of nutrients and eliminate factors that impede this. Neglecting prohibitions during the rehabilitation period is fraught with complications.

What not to do after facial mesotherapy

Doctors Telos Beauty prof. It is recommended to follow a number of rules to speed up recovery:

Limiting physical activity. Exercising stimulates blood circulation. This means that water is retained in the facial tissues, redness and swelling increase. A number of useful components are excreted through sweat, and injection wounds heal more slowly due to overheating.
Alcohol consumption. For regeneration, the condition of the vascular system and the general well-being of the patient are important. Alcoholic drinks and coffee negatively affect the body, contributing to the appearance of new bruises and irritation on the skin. Ignoring this requirement can lead to a delayed appearance of an allergic reaction and swelling.
Contact of the treated skin area with other surfaces. Even light touches can trigger inflammation. For this reason, facial massage and peeling should be avoided until complete recovery. You should sleep on your back, avoiding skin contact with the pillow. Swimming in the pool and open water is also prohibited.
Warming up the skin. Visiting a bathhouse, sauna, or solarium has a negative impact on the healing of microwounds. The likelihood of inflammation increases. In addition, beneficial substances are excreted through sweat.
Ban on tanning. The temperature automatically rises due to prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Melatonin begins to be actively produced, creating a situation in which several mutually exclusive processes operate simultaneously in the dermis. This causes inflammation and dryness of the skin, redness and pigmentation. Until the skin has fully recovered, doctors strongly advise against sunbathing, either on the beach or in a solarium.
Carrying out cosmetic procedures. In pursuit of an ideal appearance, patients often try to combine several rejuvenation techniques at once. Without waiting for the end of the rehabilitation period after mesotherapy, they risk losing the achieved results and encountering complications. Since the skin is irritated after injections, it is better not to aggravate the situation with peelings, hair removal, or ultrasound. You should also avoid decorative cosmetics - they can cause an allergic reaction.

Mesotherapy techniques

Injection mesotherapy, due to its effectiveness, has become the most popular method. It allows the specialist to deeply work on each area of the patient’s epidermis, individually selecting the number and depth of punctures and using various techniques for administering the drug.

There are six injection mesotherapy techniques:

Papular. The needle is inserted under the skin at an angle. When injected, a small papule is formed, which ensures a long-term effect of the drug. Outwardly, this technique resembles the well-known mantu test and is used mainly on the face.

There are two options for using this technique:

Surface. The depth of drug administration is no more than two millimeters; needle tilt 10 - 15°; The diameter of the papule is 1.5 - 2 millimeters. Used in the forehead, cheekbones, lower jaw.
Average. The depth of exposure and the size of the papule are 2 - 3 mm; needle angle 45°. Used to treat blood vessels.

Nappage. A series of multiple injections performed over a large area. Depending on the depth of the puncture, it is divided into three types:

superficial, the area of the epidermis is involved, at a depth of no more than 0.5 mm. The needle is inserted at any angle. The distance between punctures is no more than one centimeter. Performed on the face, neck and décolleté;
average. The needle insertion angle is 45°. Depth - no more than one and a half millimeters. Used for the treatment of vascular diseases. The appearance of “blood dew” is possible, because the walls of blood vessels are damaged;
deep. It is used, as a rule, on the body, in the treatment of fat deposits and cellulite. The needle is inserted to a depth of at least ten millimeters, perpendicular to the surface of the skin, then the drug is infiltrated.

Retrograde-linear. The needle is inserted under the skin along its entire length, forming a channel, which is filled with the drug on the return stroke of the needle. Used to correct wrinkles and folds.

Separate injections. The needle is inserted into the skin fold to a depth of 4 mm. The injection volume is no more than 0.2 ml.

Systematized acupressure mesotherapy. Similar to the previous technique, only the puncture site is selected taking into account the principles of reflexology.

Scarification. The drug is applied to the surface of the skin. Then the specialist makes frequent punctures on it with a needle at a distance of 3 - 5 mm.

How to choose a clinic for non-injection mesotherapy

Now you know about the procedure, its advantages and disadvantages, even the estimated price for non-injection mesotherapy. All that remains is to decide on the choice of clinic.

What characteristics should you pay attention to?

Clinic experience. The longer she provides services, the more trustworthy she becomes.
Qualification of specialists. All personnel must have medical education. Retraining and advanced training courses will be a plus.
Diplomas and certificates. Both the clinic and its specialists must be present. Do not hesitate to ask for documents confirming the qualifications of doctors and the right to provide cosmetology services.

Attention! Does the medical center have regular customers, and are there no negative reviews on the website or third-party sites? Perhaps this is exactly the clinic you have been looking for for a long time.

Non-injection mesotherapy is recommended for people who do not like injections and avoid complications after cosmetic procedures. The method allows you to give freshness to the skin and achieve its rejuvenation without any discomfort.

Why clients choose Veronika Herba Beauty and Health Center:

This is a beauty center where you can take care of yourself at a reasonable cost, while your face and/or body will be treated not by an ordinary cosmetologist, but by one of the best cosmetologists in Moscow. This is a completely different, higher level of service!
You can receive qualified help at any time convenient for you. The beauty center is open from 9:00 to 21:00, seven days a week. The main thing is to agree with your doctor in advance on the date and time of your appointment.

, and you will see for yourself!

The effect of mesotherapy

The effectiveness of the mesotherapy procedure is due not only to the ability to transport active substances directly to the problem area, but also to the activation of regenerative processes that awaken as a result of violation of the integrity of the skin.

The result of the mesotherapy procedure is:

Strengthening the production of collagen and elastin. Microdamage to the skin causes stimulation of regeneration processes, which, in combination with the effects of hyaluronic acid and biologically active substances, give an amazing rejuvenation effect. Small wrinkles are smoothed out and deep wrinkles are reduced.
Blood circulation increases. Improves complexion. Stagnant pigment spots disappear, skin tone and texture are evened out.
Acne manifestations decrease or disappear.
Stretch marks and scars disappear or become less noticeable.
Adipose tissue is actively broken down.

Advantages and disadvantages

The procedure has many advantages:

Safe composition of the drug;
Wide range of indications;
Efficiency;
Increased skin turgor;
Improved complexion;
Help in treating acne;
Elimination of rosacea;
Normalization of sebum production;
Lifting effect;
Lightening pigment spots;
Relief leveling;
Stimulation of hair growth on the head;
Lasting results;
Possibility to combine with other treatment methods.

There are significantly fewer disadvantages, and even those are very conditional. These include:

Preservation of papules (small lumps) immediately after the procedure - injection marks will disappear within a couple of days;
A small number of contraindications.

Meso cocktail selection

The composition of the drug is selected according to indications, depending on the nature of the problems, age and individual characteristics of the patient.

List of main components of meso cocktails:

Hyaluronic acid is one of the most popular ingredients for mesotherapy. Its action is aimed at eliminating the signs of aging. Moisturizes the skin. Stimulates the synthesis of skin proteins.
Aloe extract. Promotes tissue regeneration and normalizes water balance.
Ginkgo biloba extract. Used for anti-aging therapy. Improves blood circulation, strengthens the walls of blood vessels.
Gentamicin sulfate is an antibiotic drug used to treat severe forms of acne.
Glycolic acid - used to prevent age-related changes, treat acne and seborrhea. Eliminates hyperpigmentation, atrophic scars and stretch marks.
Aminophylline. Promotes the breakdown of fat. Used for the treatment and prevention of cellulite and fat deposits.
Artichoke extract. Relieves swelling. Also used around the eyes. Used in the treatment of cellulite, especially its edematous form. Reduces post-traumatic swelling after plastic surgery, deep peelings and injections. Eliminates the effects of Botox overdose.
Hyaluronidase. Moisturizes the skin. Eliminates wrinkles. Removes toxins. It is used for the treatment of fibrous cellulite and the treatment of scars.
Vitamin preparations:

Ascorbic acid. Used for increased pigmentation. Improves skin color and tone. Eliminates the initial signs of aging and wilting, facial wrinkles and spider veins. Restores skin elasticity and prevents the appearance of ptosis.
Aflutop. Helps maintain tissue elasticity. Participates in the natural synthesis of hyaluronic acid and collagen, stimulates the restoration process.
Vitamin A (retinoic acid). Powerful antioxidant. Slows down the aging process. Stimulates collagen production and skin renewal, making it denser. Has a healing effect.
Vitamin B1. Effectively eliminates signs of aging. Used to treat hair, promotes hair restoration and stimulates growth.
Vitamin B2. Stimulates regeneration processes and is used in the treatment of acne, dermatitis and eczema.
Vitamin B3. Actively used to prevent age-related changes in the skin, rejuvenates and moisturizes it. Used in the treatment of cellulite, atrophic scars and stretch marks.
Vitamin B5. Activates the process of tissue regeneration. Promotes skin renewal. Increases the strength of collagen fibers.
Vitamin B6. Eliminates dryness and relieves skin inflammation. Used for hair treatment.
Vitamin B8. Used for seborrheic dermatitis, focal baldness, hair loss, as well as for the treatment of acne and stretch marks.
Vitamin B12. Evens out skin tone. A powerful remedy in the fight against hyperpigmentation.

Indications for use

The procedure has an extensive list of indications. But only a qualified cosmetologist can determine whether a particular patient requires facial mesotherapy. In general, it is indicated for:

signs of biological aging of facial skin (wrinkles, ptosis) to reduce the depth of wrinkles, increase skin tone, improve its color and texture;
photoaging to moisturize the skin and eliminate hyperpigmentation;
local obesity, in particular the formation of a double chin or fatty bags on the face;
acne;
scars, scars, post-acne;
bags and circles under the eyes;
spider veins, rosacea, rosacea;
enlarged pores;
preparation for chemical facial peels, plastic surgeries and during the recovery period after them.

You can perform facial mesotherapy from the age of 18, but it works best after 25 years and on aging skin that has not previously undergone complex care.

The procedure can also act as an effective means of preventing age-related changes.

Preparation for the mesotherapy procedure

In order for the mesotherapy procedure to be most effective, during the course you need to adhere to several rules:

Minimize skin exposure to ultraviolet radiation and use sunscreen with an SPF level of at least 40.
Stop using blood thinners.
Do not visit the sauna or bathhouse.
Reduce physical activity. Before and after the session, it is better to give up fitness.
Don't drink alcohol.

Contraindications

During mesotherapy, the needle is not inserted deeply (up to 1-1.5 mm), dangerous toxic components are not used in the process, and the ingredients do not cause side effects. There are factors in the presence of which you should refuse injections:

pregnancy (all trimesters);
lactation period;
chronic diseases in the acute stage;
infectious pathologies;
inflammatory diseases;
individual intolerance to the components of the cocktail;
impaired coagulation (conditions associated with poor blood clotting);
oncology;
severe heart disease, vascular pathologies;
renal failure.

It is extremely important to notify a specialist about the presence of contraindications and consult with your doctor before undergoing mesotherapy.

Stages of the mesotherapy procedure

A mesotherapy session, regardless of its type, consists of several stages. Before starting, the doctor conducts a consultation during which he determines the method of treatment and the composition of the meso-cocktail. Then goes directly to the procedure:

The patient's skin is cleansed and degreased.
An antiseptic composition is applied.
The syringe is filled with the drug or it is applied directly to the patient’s skin if the procedure is carried out using a manipulator.
The specialist proceeds to influence the patient’s skin, depending on the chosen technique: makes injections or makes multiple punctures of the skin surface.
At the end of the procedure, an antiseptic cream and a soothing mask are applied to the skin.

During the day after a mesotherapy session, you need to maintain a gentle regimen and avoid exposure to ultraviolet radiation. You can use cosmetics only after traces of inflammation disappear.

How much does non-injection mesotherapy cost in a salon?

The price of hardware rejuvenation differs in different cities. It depends on several indicators:

dosage of active substances;
the hardware technique used;
number of treated areas;
composition of meso cocktails;
skin condition before the start of the course of procedures;
the level of the clinic and the qualifications of the employees working in it.

So how much does non-injection facial mesotherapy cost? In metropolitan clinics, you will have to pay an average of 2,000–6,000 rubles for one session. Prices for treating the décolleté area start at 4,000 rubles. In regions they can be lower, from 1500 rubles per session. Reviews and photos of clients after non-injection mesotherapy allow us to conclude that the procedure is worth the money spent.

Side effects of mesotherapy

Despite the fact that mesotherapy is a low-traumatic procedure, both during the process and for several days after it, some complications may be observed:

Painful sensations of varying severity. Depends on the depth of exposure and the patient’s pain threshold. During the session they are eliminated by applying a special anesthetic cream. It is worth considering that the use of additional funds may reduce the effectiveness of the mesotherapy procedure.
Erythema and swelling. They can be observed from several hours to several days after exposure, depending on the individual characteristics of the patient and the drug used.
Hematomas. They occur most often on the body, because... In this case, the drug is administered quite deeply. On the face, such manifestations are possible if there is weakness of the vascular walls.
Allergic reactions. They manifest themselves in the form of swelling, itching and rashes. Most often they are a reaction to the components of the mesotherapy drug. For this reason, people with a tendency to allergies need to warn their doctor about this feature and be more careful in choosing the ingredients of the mesococktail. In rare cases, mechanical urticaria may occur as a reaction to microtrauma.

Usually, all these phenomena disappear within a few days without additional therapy. If your condition worsens, you should immediately consult a doctor.

Non-injection mesotherapy at home: pros and cons

Hardware mesotherapy is a serious cosmetic procedure that is best performed in specialized medical centers. At home, you can save a little on a session, but you will end up with serious problems. The lack of good theoretical and practical preparation for operating the device often leads to skin injuries.

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Home non-injection mesotherapy requires more procedures to achieve the desired effect, as well as long-term rehabilitation. Recovery is possible only under the supervision of a professional.

Why is it better to carry out mesotherapy in a specialized clinic?

All necessary safety regulations are followed. The possibility of swelling, bruising, and irritation is excluded.
Reliable modern equipment is used. Thanks to him, the procedure becomes safe, painless, and skin restoration lasts several hours.
All sanitary and hygienic standards are observed in the premises where the procedure is carried out. The risk of contracting any infection is reduced.

Preparations, remedies and medicines for mesotherapy

Taking into account the principle of action, mesotherapy drugs are divided into several groups: vitamin, vascular, lifting, anti-inflammatory, lipolytic. The composition may include:

dimethylaminoethanol;
lipolytics – liporcil, silicine, lopocat, phosphodithylcholine;
vitamins – A, C, E, B;
acids – glycolic, pyruvic, hyaluronic;
plant extracts – aloe vera, green tea, guarana, artichoke;
minerals – silicon, magnesium salts, zinc, selenium;
antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs;
extracts of animal origin - elastin, peptides, collagen, etc.

The specialist selects the composition of the cocktail individually, taking into account skin type, main problems, age and other factors.

Facial mesotherapy before and after: photos, reviews

On the websites of cosmetology clinics you will almost never find real photos before and after facial mesotherapy, because... To sell procedures, clinics only post photos of successful treatment cases, or even more often, they post photos of patients after hardware rejuvenation techniques - as if they had undergone a course of mesotherapy. However, you should know 2 important points. Firstly, the effectiveness of the same drug (even though the same number of procedures were performed) can vary greatly in different patients.

And secondly, facial mesotherapy, by definition, is much weaker than biorevitalization, and therefore it cannot achieve very pronounced changes, especially if you have aged but well-groomed skin. But if you have never paid much attention to your facial skin before, the effect of mesotherapy will certainly be obvious. Below we present cases of clinical treatment in patients aged 35+ and 45+.

Example #1 –

Shows the effectiveness of facial mesotherapy with a single preparation of hyaluronic acid. The following photographs are taken from an independent clinical study. Each patient was injected with 2.0 ml of Restylane Vital (a monopreparation of 2% partially stabilized hyaluronic acid) during 1 procedure. Moreover, the course of treatment consisted of 3 procedures performed with an interval of 4 weeks.

Facial mesotherapy: before and after photos

As you can see, the effect of using even a single course of hyaluronic acid in patients aged 35 and 46 years is practically not noticeable. Such drugs, in our opinion, are best used to prevent aging at a younger age, but not for age correction.

Example No. 2 –

The following photos were taken by cosmetologist Victoria Petrovskaya. The patient underwent a course of 4 procedures (with a frequency of 1 time every 2 weeks). At the beginning of each procedure, a lymphatic drainage vascular injection was first performed with the drug “GAG Complex DVL Capyl”. Then, for each procedure, the mesopreparation “Hydro Line P-Anti-wrinkles” was used for the periorbital area, and “Hydro Line Peptide” was used for all other areas of the face. The after photos were taken after the second procedure.

Example No. 3 –

The photographs below were taken by cosmetologist E. Kuvshinnikova. The patient underwent a course of 5 procedures. The first 3 procedures used the drug "Hydro Line" (with a frequency of 1 time - every 7-10 days), and in the last 2 procedures - the meso drug "Hydro Line Peptide" (with a frequency of 1 time in 2 weeks). Capillar mesotherapy was not carried out, but, of course, a positive effect was achieved. But in the following example you can see how effective biorevitalizants or their combinations with mesopreparations can be.

Example No. 4 –

The photos below were taken by cosmetologist Irina Pyagai. The patient underwent a course of eight procedures (with a frequency of 1 time in 10 days). At the beginning of each procedure, a lymphatic drainage vascular injection was first performed with the drug “GAG Complex DVL Capyl”. After this, rejuvenation drugs were used in each of the eight procedures. Please note that in this course of treatment a combination of biorevitalizants (in the first 5 procedures) and mesopreparations was used in the last 3 procedures.

"Nucleospire Revitalizing Complex A"
"Hydro Line Revitalizing Complex B formula",
"Nucleospire DNA-RNA 2%",
"Hydro Line Revitalizing Complex B formula",
"Nucleospire DNA-RNA 2%",

6,7,8 procedures – mesopreparation “Nucleospire DNA-RNA 1% DM Peptide”.