It will be possible to make the skin younger and healthier by establishing processes that occur in the depths of the dermis. It is quite difficult to achieve such changes, but there is still a procedure that can cope with these tasks. It is called thermage of the face. What is it is described in the article.
Method History
Thermage of the face arose due to diathermy - a popular medical area of the 20th century. The impact of this type was performed to stimulate the nervous system with a weak electric current. Minor impulses that create a thermal effect contribute to increased metabolism, the movement of blood and intercellular fluid. Thus, the dermis was heated deeply, which led to unnecessary consequences, so diathermy was not used for a long time.
Only in the early 2000s was the method changed in Thermage. The devices used for the procedure have the following characteristics:
- current strength - up to 1.67 A;
- pulse generation frequency - 6 MHz;
- power - up to 250 W;
- temperature - up to 60 degrees.
The concept of the procedure
Thermage face - what is it? This is a non-surgical method for correcting skin defects. With it, it will turn out to tighten the soft tissues of the face. Thanks to a special device, radio frequency impulses act on the face, and the upper part of the dermis is heated. The procedure rejuvenates the skin and makes it safe.
Experts recommend performing the procedure in the presence of facial skin defects. In other cases, you can do without it, using other effective care products.
How does thermage work?
According to reviews, facial thermage improves skin condition. Moreover, this effect is achieved very quickly. The description of the facial thermage procedure will allow you to understand the principle of its action. For this, the ThermaCool device is used, which operates on radio frequency energy. When processing the skin, it creates an electric field inside it with many charged particles.
Soft tissues resist external influences, so that they heat up. Heat is directed deep into the dermis, but the temperature does not change on its surface. This is due to the cooling system, the principle of which is based on spraying the refrigerant onto the nozzle in a continuous flow during the procedure.
Internal processes change due to an increase in the temperature of the soft tissues. ThermaCool system compresses collagen fibers, which make the skin supple. In addition, it stimulates their production. According to the reviews of cosmetologists, facial thermage allows for a short time to improve the condition of the skin. The main thing is that a real professional should take on the job.
Indications
Thermage is used to treat the skin of the body and face. In the first situation, the event is necessary for:
- skin elasticity and protection against ptosis of soft tissues;
- pulling up contours;
- eliminate cellulite, stretch marks;
- reduce fat accumulation;
- obtaining a homogeneous skin structure.
According to reviews, facial thermage is performed to eliminate age-related changes. Using the procedure, you get:
- get rid of wrinkles and small folds;
- slightly eliminate sagging skin of the neck and chin;
- tighten the overhanging eyelids;
- improve facial skin after plastic surgery;
- make the eyelids smooth and eliminate swelling around the eyes;
- align the contour of the face.
According to reviews, it is better to carry out facial thermage in a salon by a professional. Only then should an excellent effect be expected.
Age
The procedure is performed after 35 years. In order for thermage to be prescribed at a young age, serious grounds must be found by a cosmetologist. But even in difficult cases, the event is not performed until 30 years.
It is worth considering that, in principle, thermage can be performed in 20 years. But then you should not be upset that there is no effect. The procedure is needed when collagen fibers lose their structure. If at a young age to start the process of replacing damaged fibers with new ones, then the effect may not be.
What parts of the body are used for?
The skin around the eyes is considered vulnerable for several reasons:
- It is thin and has almost no subcutaneous fat.
- Many vessels and frequent stagnation of blood over the centuries become the cause of edema.
- The skin of the eyelids is in constant motion.
Therefore, special care is required for the place near the eyes. For this, creams with a soft texture and gentle procedures are used. With the help of thermage, the overhang of the eyelids is reduced, the areas of “crow's feet” are smoothed out, the swelling and bags under the eyes are reduced.
On the face, the area of the nose and lips also needs to be adjusted. In this place, you can not only eliminate wrinkles, but also do preventive maintenance so that they do not appear. With the help of thermage, you can make the contour of the chin clear. The procedure eliminates the effect of the second chin, tightens the cheeks, smoothes the first wrinkles, refreshes the face.
Thermage is also performed for the hands. Usually these are brushes, the skin of which becomes thin and loses the fat layer. As a result, the dermis, which has lost elasticity, gathers in folds at the joints, through which blood vessels are visible.
With the help of thermage you can get rid of many shortcomings. The skin of the hands acquires density and elasticity. The procedure is performed with sagging skin and cellulite. In the second case, the processing will be meaningless if the defect is pronounced. The waves act on a depth of just 4.3 mm. This is not enough to affect adipose tissue. But thermage perfectly tightens the skin, eliminates stretch marks due to the stimulation of the formation of new collagen.
Procedure execution
According to cosmetologists, facial thermage lasts within 30 minutes - 2 hours. The exact duration depends on the condition of the human skin, the size of the treated part. The procedure is performed according to the following rules:
- It is necessary to clean and disinfect the skin.
- Then there is a division of the problem part into sectors (for this, special carbon paper is used).
- Then the general processing is performed. A sliding effect on the massage lines of the face without stopping. This must be done twice.
- We need to work out the problematic parts in detail.
- The pulling along the tension vectors is carried out. This forms a pronounced lifting effect.
Work with centuries
Thermage of the eyelids is performed in the same way, but there are some subtleties. In this procedure, you need to pay attention to the following nuances:
- An individual nozzle must be used for each eye.
- Eye protection is provided by black lenses - screens.
- Be sure to use special eye drops.
Body heat is performed in the same way as facial treatment. The only difference is the use of a large nozzle, with which it will be possible to process large areas of the skin in a short time.
As can be seen from the reviews, the thermage of the face and body allows you to get visible results for 1 procedure. The effect persists for 2-6 years, it all depends on the characteristics of the skin and body. To extend the result, thermage must be performed after 12-18 months.
Fake difference
Many women who performed the procedure noted that the effect was not fully manifested. This may be due to the unprofessionalism of the master or ignoring contraindications. But often this phenomenon is observed when performing work in a highly qualified center. The reason for this is considered to be a fake.
Not all beauty salons have Thermage devices. Often, customers are invited to perform RF lifting. This type of procedure allows you to treat your skin for a lower price, which attracts many customers. But this does not bring the desired result, so problems remain after the procedures are completed.
A device that has the name Therma Cool should be used to heat the face. It is manufactured by Thermage. The company checks the devices before use. The manufacturer notes the continuous improvement of the device, innovations are offered.
It is easy to distinguish a fake from a real thermage. It is necessary to consider the device itself - it has a large designation of the name or brand. Nowadays, advanced devices are used that have a cooling effect and the presence of a vibrating tip, which is used to treat facial skin.
Therefore, before performing the procedure, you must ask to show the device, the specialist should talk about its features. If there is no necessary mark on the device, and the cosmetologist advises you to perform the procedure, still this will not be a thermage.
If a specialist advises you to perform several procedures, then this is not a thermage. This event should be carried out 1 time - the result is noticeable immediately or after several months. The secondary procedure should be performed no earlier than a year later.
At home
In 2013, Swiss specialists created the Thermage Mini device for lifting at home. A circuit is attached to the device, according to which the work can be performed independently. But it should be borne in mind that there are risks and contraindications. Moreover, without special knowledge in this area, the procedure should not be performed.
Recovery
This process lasts no more than 2 days, but the time may increase due to age-related defects - this may require additional time. After the procedure, after 2-3 days, you should return to your previous life, but since the skin of the face is sensitive, you must follow these rules:
- You should not be in the sun for a long time, and also use sunscreens. It is only necessary to exclude tanning in sunlight or in a solarium.
- It is forbidden to go to saunas and baths, as this can lead to inflammation of the skin.
- It is important to exclude the use of salty and spicy foods, because this leads to swelling.
- Do not use decorative cosmetics for 2 weeks due to the likelihood of allergies.
- Do not use creams and lotions with alcohol.
- It is important to abandon the use of hard soap.
The condition of the skin affects how much recovery will continue. For the first time after the procedure, you can not play sports, otherwise it will not work to achieve the desired effect. You should consult a beautician who performed thermage on restoration.
Differences from RF-lifting
The thermage procedure is often confused with RF face lifting. The second procedure is not so expensive compared to the first. Nevertheless, RF lifting has a positive effect on the skin.
Thermage must be performed 1 time, and RF-lifting can be carried out for a course of 6-10 times. Also, in the second method, repeated procedures may be prescribed. The difference lies in the temperature: when thermage, the tissues are heated to 60 degrees, and with RF-lifting to 39-47.
There are other differences in the procedures. With thermage, unpleasant sensations occur on the skin, it is necessary to use cooling. This processing takes a long time - 45 minutes. RF face lifting does not cause discomfort, it does not require cooling. And processing lasts 20-35 minutes.
When is it impossible to carry out the procedure?
There are contraindications for facial thermage, although the procedure is considered safe. Beauticians do not recommend it in the following cases:
- Pregnancy.
- Feeding a baby.
- Skin diseases during exacerbations.
- The presence of pacemakers.
- High body temperature, viral and bacterial infections.
- Wounds and impaired skin integrity.
- Connective tissue lesions .
- Nervous and mental disorders.
- Oncology.
- Autoimmune diseases.
- Diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
- Diabetes.
Before using any methods of rejuvenation, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist. This will prevent adverse effects.
Side effects
With thermage, the risks of inflammation and infection of the soft tissues are eliminated, but other types of complications may appear. As patients' reviews show, puffiness, redness of the skin, and itching sometimes manifest. If these effects are found, contact a specialist.
Cost
What is the price of facial thermage? This procedure is considered expensive. The price is determined by the size and location of the problem area. But it is worth considering that the results persist for a long time.
In each salon, the prices are different, but approximately they are as follows:
- Eyelids - 70-75 thousand rubles.
- Neck - 100 thousand rubles.
- The middle part of the face is 90-100 thousand rubles.
- Buttocks - 180-200 thousand rubles.
- Breast - 200-250 rubles.
Thermage of a person in Moscow and other cities should be performed in specialized centers that have all the necessary documentation for this. Only then can we expect to get an excellent result.
Nowadays, the field of facial rejuvenation is very much in demand. Cosmetology offers various ways to transform the skin. But many women prefer to choose thermage because of its safety and maintaining a long lasting result.
Benefits
The reviews of cosmetologists and patients allow us to verify the excellent effect of the procedure. The benefits include:
- Minimal risk of complications and safety.
- No discomfort.
- Efficiency and efficiency of the desired results.
Thus, the thermage of the face can improve the condition of the skin. Moreover, in comparison with other procedures, the effect lasts up to 5 years. After this treatment, no other face transformation methods will be required.