Decreased skin and muscle tone, excessive facial activity and age-related changes - all this leads to the appearance of signs of aging on the face. The skin becomes dull, a tired expression appears, tissue droops, jowls and a double chin appear.
Injection face lifting demonstrates high effectiveness for mild and moderate age-related tissue changes, as well as in combination with plastic surgery. It is effective for targeted correction of nasolabial folds, nasolacrimal grooves, longitudinal and facial wrinkles. Injections help in the fight against a double chin and an unclear contour of the oval face.
Types of injection procedures
1. Trigger natural cell rejuvenation
This type of injection promotes the synthesis of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for youthful skin. Blood circulation and oxygen saturation of cells improves. This type includes biorevitalization, mesotherapy, plasma lifting, and collagen rejuvenation.
2. Blocking muscle activity
Botox or Dysport is used to get rid of expression wrinkles on the forehead, in the corners of the eyes, under the eyes, and in the area between the eyebrows.
3. Correction of facial volumes
You can either add volume with filler injections or get rid of local fat deposits with lipolytic injections.
All of these types of procedures cannot guarantee an ideal aesthetic result for patients who are elderly or have pronounced signs of aging at an earlier age due to genetics. When cosmetology is powerless, face and neck plastic surgery is recommended.
Popular techniques in cosmetology
Biorevitalization with hyaluronic acid;
Rejuvenating mesotherapy;
Autologous cellular rejuvenation (plasmolifting);
Injections of a collagen-containing drug;
Intralipotherapy – injection liposuction;
Botox and Dysport rejuvenation injections;
Injections of gels - absorbable fillers based on hyaluronic acid.
It is also possible to reinforce the face with biothreads - an absorbable gel-like preparation, which is carried out using a cannula.
Each popular correction method has contraindications, so an in-person consultation with a cosmetologist is required before the procedure.
The most popular anti-aging injectable drugs
There are many anti-aging injectable drugs on the market today. This allows cosmetologists to select the best combinations for a particular case. The most commonly used means are:
- Botox, Xeomin, Dysport
. These are botulinum toxin-based drugs that are used to eliminate wrinkles between the eyes, on the forehead and crow's feet around the eyes. Can be used for preventive purposes to slow down age-related changes. - Restylane and Juvederm.
Hyaluronic acid preparations. They are used as fillers to create volume in various areas of the face and even on the genitals. - Volumizer Radiesse.
A filler consisting of calcium particles and a gel base. Like hyaluronic acid, it is used to increase volume in desired areas of the face. Particularly effective for defining the jawline and adding volume to the cheeks. - Sculptra.
Long-lasting filler based on poly-L-lactic acid. Suitable for eliminating deep wrinkles on the face and changing its contour. Gives the effect of a circular facelift. With the help of Sculptra, you can remove facial asymmetry and correct the shape of your nose. Stimulates the rejuvenation process, so after its use, the amount of collagen in the skin increases by 66.5%.
At the Aesthetic Medicine Center you can make injections of hyaluronic acid and Botox, and introduce fillers. The cosmetologist will select a set of anti-aging procedures ideal for a specific age and skin type. Experts will tell you how best to care for your face so that the resulting effect lasts as long as possible.
What drugs are used
For rejuvenation with injections we use the following drugs:
- Botox (Botox);
- Dysport;
- Repleri (Repleri);
- Aquashine (Aquashine);
- Hyaron (Huaron);
- Juvederm (Yuvederm);
- Rejeunesse (Rejeunesse);
- Aqualyx (Akvaliks), etc.
The scheme of anti-aging injections is compiled individually for each patient. Sometimes it is necessary to correct not only wrinkles, but also age spots. Sometimes patients complain of large pores or acne. A cosmetologist cannot give a universal recipe for beautiful skin. He will be happy to create a personal transformation program for you!
Procedure
In some cases, electromyography is performed before injections. This study allows you to determine muscle responsiveness and determine points for drug administration.
The botulinum therapy process itself usually proceeds like this:
- facial skin is thoroughly cleansed of cosmetics and disinfected;
- the cosmetologist marks the areas where injections will be performed;
- anesthetic cream is applied;
- The injections themselves are performed using thin cosmetic needles.
A series of injections is given. The number of injections depends on the area into which the drug is injected.
Minor swelling may appear at the injection site, but then the Botox will dissolve and the swelling will disappear.
After the procedure, you should not drink alcohol for 24 hours, as it persistently dilates blood vessels, and if the drug is administered deeply, this can lead to the formation of hematomas.
It is necessary to avoid overheating, direct sunlight, and significant physical activity. While there are traces of injections on the skin, you should not use cosmetics; it is better to wash your face with plain water (without soap or gels).
Technique for introducing fillers or Botox
1. After a conversation with you, the doctor cleanses the skin. If necessary, local anesthesia is applied - anesthetic cream.
2. Injections are carried out subcutaneously using thin needles or cannulas. If we are talking about correction with fillers or Botox, then the area where the wrinkle is located is filled. Biorevitalization, mesotherapy and plasma lifting affect the entire face. The procedure usually takes from 20 minutes to an hour.
3. Injection sites are treated with an antiseptic solution.
4. The doctor gives recommendations for facial care, and you go home.
The “correct” beauty injections do not make the face “artificial”
There is an opinion that injectable drugs make the face artificial. In fact, this is a sign that the procedure was performed by an inexperienced, poorly trained specialist.
A qualified cosmetologist will be able to select the required volume of the drug and select the sites for its administration, obtaining a natural result with maximum effect. Much depends on the patient’s behavior after the procedure and strict adherence to recommendations.
Do not rub or massage the area where the drug is injected, or do intense sports. Otherwise, the Botox or filler will move within the tissue, leading to undesirable results. Facial asymmetry may occur or the procedure may not have the desired effect at all.
Rehabilitation and care after beauty injections
The effect of the procedure depends not only on the quality of the drug and the professionalism of the doctor, but also on self-care at home. In the first days, you should not rub your face, touch it with dirty hands, or use decorative cosmetics. Do not use products containing alcohol and acids. Blood thinners are also prohibited during this period.
For all types of injection procedures there are restrictions on visiting the bathhouse, sauna, and gym. Many injections require you to apply sunscreen before sun exposure.
In the first days you should not drink alcohol. It is advisable not to smoke. Lumps under the skin and small bruises that may occur after injections disappear within 2-3 days. In general, rehabilitation lasts 7 days, some restrictions may last up to two weeks.
Injection rejuvenation procedures must be completed several times a year to maintain results.
Beauty injections are an excellent prevention of age-related changes
Many people believe that injections of botulinum toxin drugs - Botox, Dysport, Xeomin - should be done when signs of aging appear. In fact, it is advisable to start using them before age-related changes appear to slow down fading.
Botox has a paralyzing effect on the muscles, which, when contracting, provoke the appearance of wrinkles. Therefore, botulinum toxin injections will slow down their formation, keeping the skin smooth.
Dermal fillers can also prevent age-related changes in the skin. A study conducted by the University of Michigan found that regular injections of such drugs stimulate collagen production. This protein maintains skin elasticity and prevents the formation of wrinkles, so increasing its concentration prevents aging processes.
Beauty injections - before and after
How is the procedure performed?
The session usually lasts from three to twenty minutes and consists of three stages:
- Preliminary stage. Antiseptic treatment and anesthesia. As before any injection, the skin at the site of wrinkles is treated with an antiseptic solution. At the client's request, an anesthetic drug is applied to it. This is not mandatory because Botox injections are made with a very thin, small needle and do not cause pain. The exception is the area around the eyes, where sensitivity is increased.
- Main stage. The doctor performs Botox injections. To determine the exact injection site, the patient is asked to wrinkle the problem area. This allows the specialist to “take aim” with pinpoint accuracy.
- The final stage. Antiseptic treatment and cooling of the injection site.
Contraindications to Botox injections
- Pregnancy and lactation period.
- Myasthenia gravis and myasthenic-like symptoms.
- Tendency to bleeding and the need for regular use of anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents.
- A history of neurological diseases.
- The presence of manifestations of skin diseases and inflammatory elements in the area of the proposed injection.
- Individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
In addition, Botox injections are not recommended for patients over 60 years of age, due to the high risk of developing asymmetry and other aesthetic complications.
Botox on the forehead - how does it work?
The principle of action of Botox is legendary, despite more than 25 years of experience in the successful use of this drug in cosmetology practice. Correction of facial wrinkles on the forehead with Botox involves the introduction of a certain dose of the drug into the area where the facial muscles of the frontal zone are located. The drug contains a weakened bacterial toxin type A, which can accumulate relatively quickly in the muscle and cause its temporary inhibition. Simply put, Botox injections into the forehead will immobilize and relax the muscle structures of the forehead, which are in very close contact with the skin. As a result of this relaxation, the skin in this area is simultaneously smoothed, and no trace remains of wrinkles.
Despite the somewhat unusual nature of this mechanism of action, Botox does not have a body-wide effect, which suggests its selectivity and safety. One of the characteristic consequences of Botox to the forehead is the inability to frown and move the frontal muscles in a directional manner. This effect frightens many patients, and even causes panic in some, but there is absolutely no reason for concern. Practice shows that immobilization of one frontal muscle does not entail significant changes in facial expressions and is practically invisible to the prying eye. But everyone will undoubtedly notice the smooth skin on your young face!
Consequences of Botox injections in the forehead
Negative consequences of Botox occur extremely rarely and are most often associated with insufficient qualifications of the specialist who performed the injections, since the composition of the drug itself does not have a systemic toxic effect. Complications of the procedure come down to the following conditions:
- hematomas and bruises - a consequence of violation of the technique of administering the drug or carrying out the procedure during menstruation in women, disappear within a week;
- headaches are an individual reaction to botulinum toxin, which occurs in less than 1% of people;
- swelling of the Botox injection area - occurs in 4% of patients and usually goes away a few days after the procedure;
- allergy to Botox is a rare form of hypersensitivity that occurs only in 1-2% of the population;
- drooping of the upper eyelid is a side effect that occurs when the injection site of the drug is incorrectly determined (too low) and represents severe ptosis of the eyelid, occurs only in 0.14% of cases.
If complications and side effects occur, you should immediately contact a specialist to correct such reactions. Some of them disappear on their own as the drug is removed from the patient’s body.
What is the procedure for administering Botox, Dysport, Xeomin?
At the first stage, a consultation with a cosmetologist is held, during which indications and contraindications for the procedure are assessed. In addition, the area of wrinkle correction is determined. For this purpose, the client is asked to perform normal facial movements, for example, frown, smile, close his eyes, etc. Based on the results of the examination, markings are applied to the skin according to which injections will be carried out.
Next, the skin is disinfected and the drug is administered using a microneedle according to a previously developed plan. The client remains in the clinic under the supervision of medical staff for another 10-30 minutes. In order for the drug to have the stated effect, it is necessary to periodically make intense facial movements throughout the day - 3-5 minutes every 2-3 hours.
The effect of botulinum toxin injection does not become noticeable immediately, but after a week, when the muscles relax slightly. The final effect of smoothing facial wrinkles occurs on average after 14-16 days and lasts 3-6 months. Then you can repeat the procedure.
IMPORTANT to note: “According to a study from Oregon Health & Science University, patients can reduce the frequency of Botox injections after about 2 years of consistent use. The effectiveness of the drug for smoothing wrinkles is not reduced.”
How to remove wrinkles with the help of a cosmetologist 09.26.2018 10:51
Botox injections are one of the most effective and popular methods of eliminating wrinkles in modern cosmetology. The main active component of the drug is Botulinum toxin, a protein neurotoxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum.
At the end of the 60s of the 20th century, its use began in ophthalmology, and then in other areas of medicine. It was only in 2002 that Botox was officially approved for use in the beauty industry. And it all started with a wrinkle between the eyebrows.
Remove wrinkles
The process of skin aging and wrinkle formation is inevitable. Its speed depends on genetic predisposition, as well as lifestyle and habits. Due to the fact that men's skin is naturally denser than women's, it ages later. However, this same factor leads to the fact that as soon as wrinkles appear, they become deeper and more prominent, especially in the forehead and around the eyes. The problem is aggravated by the fact that most often men ignore regular home skin care, which would help slow down the aging process.
To smooth out wrinkles in men, cosmetologists primarily use two effective methods - botulinum therapy and thermage.
Botulinum therapy against wrinkles
The method of injecting a drug with botulinum toxin has been used by cosmetologists for decades - it is a leader among other anti-aging procedures. First of all, it is valued for its almost instantaneous and fast results, as well as minimal trauma.
The procedure takes no more than 30-40 minutes and allows you to immediately return to your normal lifestyle. Depending on the drug chosen (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin), the effect occurs within the first 3-7 days and lasts for 4-8 months. The principle of botulinum therapy is based on temporarily blocking nerve impulses to facial muscles: thus eliminating the root cause of the problem itself. Our Clinic’s cosmetologists have extensive experience in performing this procedure: you can be sure that the effect will be as natural as possible and unnoticeable to others.
Another undoubted advantage of correcting facial wrinkles with Botox is that during the action of botulinum toxin you gradually get rid of the habit of frowning or wincing. Therefore, after the effect of the drug wears off, muscle memory will not allow the wrinkles to deepen again.
Thermage for global skin rejuvenation
Since not all men like injections, the Beauty Practice Clinic offers a hardware-based non-traumatic alternative for smoothing facial skin - Thermage. Radio wave energy penetrates deeply into the dermis and causes local heating of tissue, strengthening old collagen fibers and stimulating the formation of new ones. Thus, a global effect of tightening and tightening the skin occurs, which allows you to smooth out wrinkles.
Thermage gives longer-lasting results than Botox, lasting 1-2 years.
IMPORTANT! Along with professional procedures for smoothing wrinkles, you will receive recommendations from our cosmetologists for home maintenance care.
Along with professional procedures for smoothing wrinkles, you will receive recommendations from our cosmetologists for home maintenance care.
After the procedure
To avoid undesirable consequences and achieve the expected effect, it is recommended to adhere to several rules:
- During the first 4 hours after the administration of botulinum toxin preparations, it is not recommended to touch the treated skin surface with your hands, not to take a horizontal position, and to reduce physical activity on the first day.
- During the first two days, it is not recommended to do sports and household chores with your head down: vacuuming, washing the floor, ironing. This can lead to increased blood circulation and improper distribution of the drug.
- During the week, it is advisable to avoid exposure to high and very low temperatures and direct insolation; it is not recommended to visit baths and saunas so that the administered drug does not become inactivated.
- It is not recommended to perform hardware cosmetic procedures or massage in the injection area for 2 weeks, as this will speed up the process of restoring muscle innervation.
