under the eyes almost always indicate some kind of internal disorder , unless they are bruises from injuries and in such cases treatment of the root cause is required. Sometimes such disorders are temporary due to the influence of external or internal factors - these bruises can be disguised.
But if these defects are of cosmetic origin or arise as a result of genetic predisposition and special tissue structure, salon procedures would be the best option .
Causes of dark circles under the eyes
Note! The main causes of dark circles under the eyes are:
- heredity;
- irreversible age-related changes , which cause thinning of the facial skin;
- non-compliance with the rules of working at the computer (lack of breaks, work at a close distance from the monitor, prolonged use of the computer);
- exposure to harmful substances and toxins on subcutaneous tissue in smokers and people who abuse alcohol.
Also, the reasons for the development of bruises are some pathologies affecting the organs of the urinary system, kidneys, liver, heart, blood vessels and endocrine system.
Is it possible to avoid the appearance of bruises after the administration of meso-cocktails?
To reduce the risk of bruising after mesotherapy, you need to schedule a visit to a cosmetologist during the period without menstruation, and a few days before the procedure, stop taking medications that affect blood clotting.
In case of close proximity or increased fragility of blood vessels, it is worth giving preference to less traumatic methods of administering meso-cocktails. Methods of needle-free facial mesotherapy include:
- electroporation (delivery of drugs through electrical pulses that increase skin permeability);
- magnetophoresis (introduction of meso-cocktails using low-frequency pulses);
- iontophoresis (administration of drugs using weak galvanic current discharges).
There is also a minimal risk of bruising when performing oxygen or laser mesotherapy.
How to remove dark circles under the eyes using cosmetology?
Eliminating dark circles under the eyes in beauty salons is an effective method , but since there are different types of such procedures, it is important to choose the right method.
For your information! Depending on the cause of the bruises and their severity, experts advise using different approaches.
Fillers
Filler is a synthetic filler based on hyaluronic acid , which is injected into the under-eye area and stimulates the formation of healthy new cells, while simultaneously moisturizing the skin from the inside.
Thanks to this, you can get rid of many visual defects, including bruises.
The product dissolves after several months, so if the bruises are permanent, the procedure must be performed two to three times a year .
Such substances do not have a negative effect on the functioning of the facial muscles, and the procedure lasts no more than an hour and just one session is enough.
But the injection of fillers is not recommended if you are hypersensitive to pain , since injections (especially in the eye area) can be very painful.
Mesotherapy
Keep in mind! Mesotherapy is another type of injection, but unlike fillers, in this case a whole range of drugs is introduced, including:
- extracts of medicinal plants;
- collagen;
- organic acids;
- elastin.
This procedure helps not only eliminate bruises , but also resolve swelling and stimulate regenerative processes in cells.
The effect of the procedure becomes noticeable after about the third session, but may appear later.
It all depends on the individual characteristics of the skin, and in each case a specific composition is selected.
Why do bruises remain after mesotherapy?
Rejuvenation of the area around the eyes and other parts of the face is based on microtrauma of the subcutaneous layer and the pharmacological action of the introduced “cocktail”. This helps to activate metabolic processes, local blood circulation, and cell regeneration. After administration of the drugs, a neurohumoral reaction of the skin and body is triggered, which is supported by the therapeutic properties of the drug.26
But hematomas often remain at the injection site of the “cocktails,” which is one of the complications that arise after the procedure. When performing facial mesotherapy, there are several reasons that increase the risk of local bruising26:
- taking certain medications (aspirin, painkillers, anticoagulants);
- carrying out the procedure during menstruation;
- close location of vessels;
- increased fragility of blood vessels;
- blood clotting disorder;
- violation of procedure technology.
Subcutaneous and intradermal injections cause mechanical damage to tissues and blood vessels along the route of administration. The working end of the injection needle (despite its small size) when piercing the skin literally cuts the lymphatic and blood vessels, so the blood gradually seeps into the subcutaneous fatty tissue and forms a bruise. Due to local bruising and hyperemia, bruises appear after mesotherapy, and skin pigmentation may persist for several days.27,28
If bruises appear after mesotherapy, then in the first 3-4 days they have a pinkish-red color. In the following days, the skin color changes from red to blue, and then to green and yellow.
In addition to the formation of local bruising, there are other consequences of mesotherapy. One of them is skin hyperpigmentation, which occurs due to the irritating and stimulating effect of “cocktails” on the cells that produce melanin (skin pigment).26
How to care for your skin after salon treatments?
When eliminating bruises, it is not enough to simply complete a course of cosmetic procedures .
The duration of their effect largely depends on how the person subsequently takes care of the skin .
You can avoid recurrence of bruising and prolong the effect of cosmetic procedures by following the following recommendations:
- It is important to maintain a sleep schedule and try to avoid lack of sleep, which negatively affects the condition of the facial skin.
- For makeup, you must use only high-quality cosmetics.
- Maintaining a drinking regime (at least two liters of water per day) will help maintain the required level of moisture in the body, and the skin under the eyes will be in good tone and the likelihood of hematomas will be significantly reduced.
- If it is necessary to use moisturizing and nourishing creams, you should trust advertising or the advice of other people, but the recommendations of dermatologists and cosmetologists .
Prevention methods
To protect against hematomas, it is important that the procedure is performed by a qualified specialist with extensive experience. In addition, after the session you should strictly follow all medical recommendations.
The chipped areas should not be touched with hands. During the first few hours after mesotherapy, it is forbidden to take a horizontal position.
For several days after the manipulation, you need to use a high pillow to sleep. For the first week, you should avoid physical activity, taking a hot bath, sunbathing, or visiting a solarium or bathhouse.
Immediately after the end of the session, apply a cold compress for 10-15 minutes. To prevent bruising, cold should be applied several times a day.
Mesotherapy is a modern and effective procedure for facial rejuvenation. However, manipulation often leaves behind bruises, hematomas or even pimples. Almost always the manifestations go away on their own, and there are several effective methods to speed up healing.
What happens to the face after mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves introducing special compounds into the structure of the skin. They saturate epithelial cells with useful substances and awaken internal metabolic processes that fade with age.
Because of this effect on the treated area, mesotherapy eliminates many skin problems:
- Flabbiness, laxity of tissues;
- Pigmentation;
- Enlarged pores;
- Wrinkles;
- Acne and post-acne;
- Scars.
The procedure is most effective for aging skin, since it has a powerful lifting effect, which you can notice after your first visit to cosmetology.
Since the concentration of beneficial substances increases with each session, mesotherapy has a cumulative effect. Because of this, you will not be able to achieve the desired result immediately. Most often, this requires completing a full course consisting of 8-15 sessions, which depends on the area being treated and the effect you want to achieve.
What is a bruise?
Those who regularly visit beauty salons know that bruises after injection procedures are not uncommon.
They are subcutaneous bruises and form when capillaries or small blood vessels are damaged. If the needle gets into a large one, more blood flows out and a hematoma forms. In fact, a small bruise is not only harmless, but also accelerates the skin regeneration process even more. The body turns on additional internal reserves so that damaged blood cells are quickly absorbed. Their elimination occurs through phagocytosis, and then the breakdown products are eliminated from the body naturally.
What to do
But what to do if the measures taken still did not help? How to remove bruises formed after a mesotherapy session as quickly as possible? Women are especially concerned about these issues, since their skin is thinner and bruises form on it more often than on men. In addition, dark spots on the face look quite unaesthetic.
Cold
The first remedy after bruising and swelling is cold. But it is effective for a maximum of two to three hours after the procedure. It’s better to apply it as soon as it becomes clear that a bruise has begun to form.
The cold must be dry. Rubbing the punctured skin with an ice cube is unsafe - it can cause an infection. Therefore, you can apply a clean spoon chilled in the freezer or a heating pad (plastic bottle) filled with ice.
Cold causes a sharp constriction of blood vessels and stops bleeding. But you can keep it continuously for up to 2-3 minutes, so as not to provoke hypothermia and frostbite of the skin. At the same time, such therapy will quickly remove swelling, which also often occurs after mesotherapy.
Ointments
Tiny bruises are not worth attention - they will last a maximum of 3-4 days and then go away on their own without any treatment. The resorption of large bruises can be accelerated if you use pharmaceutical drugs from the second day. Here's what experts recommend applying to bruises after facial mesotherapy:
- "Troxevasin". It effectively helps not only against bruises, but also against hematomas. They are dangerous because if they are located very deep or very hardened, they have to be removed surgically. The main active ingredient of the ointment is troxerutin. It penetrates the walls of capillaries and strengthens them. At the same time, the ointment stops inflammatory processes and promotes rapid healing of injection wounds.
- Heparin ointment. The cheapest, but very effective remedy for quickly eliminating bruises. More modern drugs have also been created on the basis of heparin: “Lioton”, “Lavenum” and others. But the principle of their action is the same: heparin has an antithrombotic effect, and also has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Blood that gets under the skin quickly resolves, as the ointment prevents it from hardening.
- Badyaga. In its pure form it is a powder of an aquatic inhabitant - sponges. It has a local irritant effect on the skin and stimulates capillary blood circulation, due to which bruises resolve very quickly. But it is not recommended to use this product after a dermaroller or mesotherapy performed with a gun - it can cause severe skin irritation.
- "Girundin". Or other ointments and creams based on leech extract. Their saliva contains components that prevent blood clotting. Therefore, the effect of such drugs is similar in mechanism to heparin ointment. Bruises do not harden and disappear much faster.
- "Rescuer". An almost natural remedy, which contains: sea buckthorn oil, echinacea extract, essential oils of lavender and tea tree, turpentine, beeswax, vitamin E. The ointment is hypoallergenic, perfectly softens the skin, forms a thin protective film on it and quickly relieves inflammation and pain.
This is a list of only the most popular and effective remedies. In fact, there are many more of them, and an experienced pharmacist will definitely select the right product for you, focusing on the size of the bruises, their condition and skin type.
Electroprocedures
Hardware procedures provide excellent results in the fight against bruises and hematomas after mesotherapy on the face. They can be done in a salon or purchased portable devices for home use. Such investments are justified because the devices also provide a rejuvenating effect.
Help to quickly remove bruises:
- Microcurrent therapy. A weak current promotes rapid degradation of already damaged cells and increases the potential of healthy ones.
- Darsonvalization. It has a local irritating effect and increases subcutaneous blood circulation. When working in a certain mode, it gives an ozonizing effect, disinfecting wounds.
- Galvanization. Positively charged ions have a stimulating effect, enhancing cell regeneration. And negatively charged ones are calming, relieving inflammation and swelling.
In order to quickly get rid of bruises, you need to do 5-6 procedures daily, and then, if desired, a few more every other day.
Massage
Massage perfectly removes subcutaneous hemorrhages. Therefore, many begin to use it in order to eliminate the negative consequences of mesotherapy. This is strictly forbidden to do in the first 48 hours - the microchannels made by the needle have not yet completely closed and the face can easily become infected.
In addition, if a sufficiently large vessel was hit, it has not yet had time to thrombose well and intense pressure can provoke subcutaneous bleeding and only increase the area of bruising. They begin to massage the face no earlier than 3-4 days after the procedure. And this must be done very carefully.
How to quickly remove marks from mesotherapy?
The normal reaction of the skin to mesotherapy usually subsides within 1-2 days, but bruises disappear spontaneously for quite a long time; their complete disappearance can take up to several weeks.
There are several ways you can get rid of dark spots on your skin on your own or at a salon.
Cold
The classic folk method practiced by most girls is applying cold compresses to the affected area. You can use ice wrapped in a plastic bag for this.
It is recommended to apply compresses to areas of bruising 4-5 times a day for 10 minutes. If tingling, tingling or burning occurs, remove the compress to prevent freezing of the skin. Additionally, you can transfer the cold compress with a towel to reduce the intensity of cooling.
Pharmacy products
To eliminate bruises, it is better to use ready-made medications aimed at eliminating traces of hemorrhage and normalizing skin color.
Consult a dermatologist to help you find a safe and effective solution that will help you get rid of bruises in a few days.
The following drugs are most often used for this purpose:
- Troxevasin;
- Rescuer;
- Lyoton;
- Heparin ointment;
- Bruise-off.
You need to use ointments and gels 2-3 times a day, spreading a thin layer over the affected area of the skin.
Electroprocedures
There are special cosmetic procedures aimed at eliminating hematomas, pigmentation and bruises on the skin.
The mechanism of their work is to influence sensitive tissue with small electrical impulses, which activate the processes of regeneration of new epithelial cells. This helps smooth out the complexion.
Massage
You can provide lymphatic drainage and accelerate blood microcirculation yourself. To do this, do a small facial massage 3-4 times a day, gently pinching and rubbing the affected area.
The essence of the massage is similar to the mechanism of electrical procedures, since both methods promote accelerated renewal of skin cells, which ensures the rapid elimination of bruises.
Traditional medicine recipes
Additionally, you can use traditional methods of skin restoration - compresses, masks, lotions and other gentle recipes.
The main advantage of folk recipes is that they are absolutely safe for your health and do not reduce the effectiveness of mesotherapy. Because of this, they can be combined with any other methods of restoring the skin and eliminating bruises.
