Facial ultrasound procedures - preserving youth and beauty

Ultrasound therapy of the face is one of the methods of physiotherapy used to heal and rejuvenate facial skin tissues. The procedure is performed using ultrasonic equipment, which creates high-frequency vibrations of medium particles that are transmitted to facial skin tissues in a certain treatment area. The effect of ultrasound on the skin is multidimensional:

• Mechanical impact: vibrations of environmental particles cause “microvibration” of human biological tissues at the cellular and subcellular level, performing a kind of “micromassage” of cells, activating physiological processes in tissues, including microcirculation, and increasing the permeability of cell membranes: tissues become more “open”, prepared for percutaneous action and removal of contaminants.
• Thermal effect: Vibration causes molecules to behave more actively, causing mechanical energy to be converted into thermal energy. Thanks to this, metabolic processes, lymphatic drainage, etc. are activated in the tissues.
• Chemical influence - results in the form of physical and chemical reactions in the body, activation of physiological processes and, ultimately, helps to cleanse inflammatory foci from the pathogenic environment.

At the same time, ultrasound enhances the production of collagen in tissues, which helps restore skin elasticity, and also activates the process of tissue regeneration at the cellular level. As a result of the course of procedures, the skin is rejuvenated and tightened, demonstrating a pronounced lifting effect.

How it works?

An ultrasonic wave can create vibrations that the human ear cannot hear and penetrate tissues that have a heterogeneous structure, such as skin, which consists of different layers with different densities. This structure allows ultrasound to penetrate to a depth of 7 cm and cause a number of changes that are caused by the thermal, physicochemical and mechanical effects of waves.

The mechanical effect is based on the fact that the ultrasonic wave creates vibrations that provoke compression and relaxation of cells. As a result, the blood supply to the skin, subcutaneous and muscle layers of the face improves, its oval is tightened, swelling subsides, fat cells and toxins begin to move, which are then removed with the lymph flow.

Passing through tissues, ultrasound increases their temperature by 1 degree, as a result, blood vessels dilate, metabolism of substances accelerates, inflammation is stopped and tissues are regenerated, scars and other skin defects resolve.

Thanks to the physicochemical properties, cells become more permeable to cosmetics and medications, as a result, collagen and elastin begin to be synthesized faster, and facial wrinkles are smoothed out.

What problems does ultrasound skin therapy solve?

Ultrasound therapy is justified in the following cases:

• expression wrinkles;
• scars;
• cellulite deposits;
• acne;
• dermatological diseases;
• manifestations of rosacea;
• obesity;
• decreased firmness and elasticity of the skin;
• pigmentation;
• unhealthy complexion.

Ultrasound facial therapy is prescribed to restore the skin after aggressive manipulations, in particular after deep peeling. The procedure combats age-related changes, dryness and flaking.

How to prepare for ultrasound massage

Before the ultrasonic massage session, the skin is cleaned of dirt and decorative cosmetics, and all jewelry is removed. Clients who wear contact lenses will also need to wear them during the procedure.

It is unacceptable to drive the device over the skin without using a special water-based gel.

There should be no pain during the session. The device must be moved smoothly and it is advisable that it continuously touches the skin.

The massage will be especially effective if performed after a bath or peeling.

After the session, be sure to apply a nourishing mask that is suitable for your age and skin type.

A cosmetologist's answers to frequently asked questions

The combination of cleansing and acid peeling is a complex process that raises many questions among patients of cosmetology centers. Most often, cosmetologists have to answer the following questions:

• what types of cleansing should be done for a certain type of skin;
• Is it permissible to go to the next one immediately after one procedure;
• Is it possible to do acid peeling after cleansing, and after how many days;
• Which procedure is more profitable in terms of saving money?

The answers of cosmetologists to these questions are below.

How long before you can peel after cleansing your face?

If, on the recommendation of a cosmetologist, you need to do peeling after cleansing, then a time interval must be set between sessions, most often ranging from a week to 10 days. A week is usually enough for the skin to recover. However, the gap between sessions is determined specifically for each patient, taking into account the characteristics of the skin:

• type of fat content;
• age;
• presence of pathologies;
• ability to regenerate.

What to do first should be determined by the cosmetologist, focusing on the condition of the skin and the wishes of the client. Experts prefer to start with a mild acidic effect, which softens dead skin tissue and opens pores for further cleansing.

Expert opinion

Elena Apostolyuk

Cosmetologist

If the skin is in a neglected state, the stratum corneum is too thick, then cosmetologists act according to a different scheme, since a low-intensity acidic effect at the initial stage will not help. First, a full-fledged surface peeling is done, then mechanical cleaning. If deep peeling is needed, then the order of manipulations does not change.

Is it possible to do cleansing and peeling at the same time?

In cosmetology, simultaneous carrying out of the described procedures is undesirable, since the skin is severely injured. Experts set such a time interval between sessions so that the skin has time to heal before the next exposure.

But for certain indications, cosmetologists allow two manipulations to be carried out simultaneously. The decision on such an integrated approach is made by the master, who is also responsible for the possible consequences.

What types of cleansing are preferable for a certain type of skin?

In chemical peeling, preparations based on various acids are used. Cleaning can also be different and involves the use of various devices and tools. Cosmetologists determine which type of procedure to choose based on age characteristics, physical condition and type of fat content of the skin.

Salon facial cleansing is preferable:

• for normal skin – ultrasound;
• for dry – ultrasound, laser biorevitalization;
• for oily skin – manual (finger manipulation) or instrumental (using a Uno spoon and a Vidal loop);
• for problematic ones – vacuum, intense ultrasound.

Peeling is prescribed:

• for normal skin – light scrub based on fruit acids;
• for dry – ultrasonic, laser resurfacing, cream peeling, rolling;
• for oily skin – intensive with the use of organic acids, brossage, microdermabrasion;
• for problematic ones - retinoic, saline, chemical multicomponent (Jessner solution).

Which procedure is more economical?

Which salon procedure is cheaper – cleansing or acid peeling? Prices vary depending on the region and the status of the cosmetology center. But according to average price indicators, peeling is more expensive; you will have to pay from 650 to 15,000 rubles for it. The cost of cleaning ranges from 350 to 7500 rubles.

Deep cleansing is an important part of facial skin care. And in this case, you cannot do without the help of a cosmetologist: only he can competently combine mechanical cleaning and chemical exposure without harming the skin. Therefore, the choice of procedures and their alternation should be entrusted to a professional.

Effect of the procedure

Ultrasonic facial massage allows you to introduce the active components of cosmetics and medications into the deep layers of the skin, as a result of which they are deposited there.

In combination with special means, the following effects can be expected from the procedure:

• tightening loose skin;
• improvement of facial relief and elimination of wrinkles, not only superficial, but also deep;
• whitening, degreasing and cleansing of the skin;
• double chin is removed;
• scars are removed;
• go through inflammation.

The procedure allows you to relax your muscles and relieve spasms. After the massage, pleasant sensations remain.

Stages of ultrasonic peeling

Before exposing your face to ultrasound, you should consult your doctor. He will not only determine the presence or absence of contraindications, but also, after assessing the condition of the skin, will create an individual session schedule.

Ultrasonic facial cleansing consists of the following steps:

• Preparatory stage. The patient is placed on a special couch. The whole body is covered with a sheet. A disposable medical cap is put on the head.
• Pre-cleaning. The cosmetologist cleans the patient’s face and neck with tonic or milk, and then wipes it with wet wipes. If this is not enough, then mechanical peeling can be carried out using a cosmetic product with abrasive particles.
• Steaming stage. The cosmetologist applies a special lotion to the patient’s skin, consisting of mineral water and a solution that improves peeling. After this, the face is covered with a film with slits for the nose and mouth. The patient is left for 20 minutes. This time is enough to open the pores. After removing the film, the remaining cosmetic products are removed with water.
• Direct cleaning. The cosmetologist starts the scrub and adjusts it to suit the patient's skin. After this, the doctor begins to move the tip of the device over the skin. If necessary, the affected area is moistened with a special lotion. If the skin is inflamed, then it contains lactic acid. When the skin is oily, then the lotion contains lactic acid. The procedure takes on average 10 minutes.
• Toning and nutrition. A soothing toner is applied to the patient's face and then a mask is applied. It can be alginate, algal or antioxidant. Cosmetics are washed off with water after 20 minutes.

The procedure ends with moisturizing the skin. To do this, it is sprayed with water and then treated with a special cream.

How often should I do it?

Sessions can be held either every day or 2 times a week. The duration of one procedure is a maximum of 15 minutes. A total of 8 to 15 sessions may be needed. Only the doctor should determine the number of procedures. After the massage, you can immediately go home, since after it there is no severe swelling or hyperemia, as after other cosmetic procedures.

Ultrasonic massage is characterized by an aftereffect : the result of the procedure is better noticeable about a month after the last session.

After 2 months, the massage course can be repeated.

It is worth noting

Experts do not recommend ultrasonic cleansing after chemical peeling. Such techniques greatly injure the dermis. To ensure your face is always clean and perfect, procedures must be carried out systematically. The interval between sessions can range from one week to two months. In this case, everything will depend on the condition of the dermis and existing problems.

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In order to achieve maximum effect, it is recommended to carry out at least 6 procedures. To maintain your face in normal condition, the procedure should be performed at least once a month.

What is the price

The cost of the service depends on the reputation and location of the salon or clinic, the experience of the cosmetologist, the number of manipulations and consumables. On average, the cost of one session is 2000-5000 rubles.

If the pores are too dirty and clogged, the skin must be treated with a scrub, gommage or exfoliant. The cosmetologist will select a product depending on your skin type. Removing dead particles from the surface of the skin will allow ultrasonic waves to penetrate deeper.

The skin is pre-cleansed so that the ultrasound waves can penetrate deeper

Humidification is a strictly mandatory stage of ultrasonic exposure. This is necessary since ultrasonic waves can only propagate in an aquatic environment. Therefore, gel or purified water is applied to the skin.

A special gel is applied to the skin

1. The procedure begins with the ultrasonic device being applied to the skin of the face. The specialist moves her over her face, taking into account the massage lines. The client can feel a slight vibration of the device in places where the skin covers the bone structures, this is the area of ​​the forehead and cheekbones.
2. The area around the eyes and lip area is not exposed to ultrasound due to the special sensitivity of these places.
3. You can calm the skin, relieve the resulting stress and consolidate the effect with a light massage performed by a cosmetologist after completing the procedure. After this, a moisturizing mask from a professional cosmetic set is applied to the face. Then a cream selected according to your skin type is applied to the skin.

After the procedure, the doctor gives a light facial massage

All three stages of the procedure take no more than 15-25 minutes. The effect will be noticeable in the next day, but in order to achieve greater results and maintain them for a longer period, the peeling must be repeated after a few weeks. During this period of time, it is necessary to help the epidermis recover from the stress it has experienced.

Several procedures are needed to achieve a dramatic effect.

Indications and restrictions

Ultrasonic facial massage is performed if the following problems are observed:

• deep and superficial wrinkles;
• hypotonicity of facial muscles;
• facial pastiness;
• dilated vessels and spider veins;
• scarring;
• double chin;
• age-related changes in the skin, its withering and sagging;
• acne rashes and traces after them;
• dry or, conversely, oily skin;
• allergies to cosmetics.

But this procedure has contraindications , including:

• carrying a child, especially the first half of pregnancy, since ultrasound during this period can provoke DNA damage, which will lead to congenital pathologies of the fetus;
• implanted pacemaker;
• facial muscle paralysis;
• severe pathologies of the heart and blood vessels, in which there are disturbances in blood circulation or heart rhythm;
• tuberculosis;
• arterial hypertension II, III and IV degrees;
• pronounced autonomic dysfunction;
• serious neurotic disorders;
• acute infectious diseases;
• chronic pathologies beyond the stage of remission;
• malignant and benign tumors;
• inflammation of the skin, as well as violation of its integrity at the site of the procedure;
• systemic blood pathologies;
• hypersensitivity to ultrasound.

It is prohibited to move the device over the thyroid gland, over the scalp, over the places where the implants are located, or over the eyeballs.

In case of excessive exposure to the body, an exacerbation of chronic diseases or an inadequate reaction to massage may occur. In this case, vertigo, asthenia, chest pain and other unpleasant symptoms may develop. If such phenomena occur, you should skip a couple of sessions and then start the procedure again, but you need to reduce the impact parameters.

Of all types of massage, ultrasonic facial massage is considered the safest. After it, no unwanted reactions develop, it does not cause painful sensations, unlike mechanical effects.

Contraindications

Despite the safety of ultrasound procedures, this type of hardware treatment has contraindications:

1. Oncological diseases.
2. Presence of a pacemaker.
3. Pregnancy.
4. Tuberculosis.
5. Systemic blood diseases.
6. Epilepsy.
7. Some heart diseases (angina pectoris, atrial fibrillation).
8. Infectious diseases in the acute stage.
9. Presence of moles in the affected area.
10. Implants installed in the facial area, including “golden threads”.
11. Individual intolerance to ultrasound.

A contraindication for the use of the method is also a violation of the integrity of the skin, although for dermatitis or acne treated with ultrasound, such a manifestation is inevitable. It should be clarified here that in such cases, doctors first use other means to relieve the acute condition, and only then prescribe hardware procedures.

Features of rejuvenating facial massage

The technique with a lifting effect improves microcirculation and normalizes blood circulation and increases the level of oxygen in tissues and skin cells. The procedure promotes the resumption of lymph outflow, cleanses and tones the upper and deep layers of the skin.

The peculiarity of this technique is that the skin, subcutaneous tissue and facial muscles are worked on. This promotes the production of elastin and collagen, due to which the natural rejuvenation process is launched: wrinkles and nasolabial folds are smoothed out, congestion goes away, swelling and bags around the eyes disappear.

Indications for use

There are several types of massage that provide a skin tightening effect. Thanks to the large selection of different techniques, lifting massage has many indications. A safe, non-surgical technique is recommended to eliminate problems such as:

• loss of healthy shine;
• the appearance of pigment spots;
• crow's feet around the eyes;
• pronounced nasolabial folds;
• swelling of the eyelids and bags under the eyes;
• blurry facial contour;
• double chin;
• sagging skin.

Indications also include all age-related changes and visual cosmetic defects.

Advantages and disadvantages

The procedure has a complex effect. In addition to a noticeable improvement in appearance, manipulation has a general healing effect. Thanks to a special technology affecting all layers of the skin, lifting promotes natural rejuvenation of tissue cells, thereby slowing down the aging process.

The procedure has practically no disadvantages. If there are no contraindications, it can be done starting from the age of 25.

How it works and results

A massage with a lifting effect can have a complex effect on the skin. With its help, you can eliminate not only visual defects, but also get rid of the true reasons for their appearance:

1. Improves blood circulation and lymph flow.
2. Saturates tissues and cells with oxygen.
3. Improves complexion and removes age spots.
4. Nourishes the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
5. Tones the muscles.
6. Works on all layers of skin and facial muscles.
7. Stimulates the production of collagen and elastane.
8. Removes excess fluid and toxins.
9. Smoothes out wrinkles.
10. Relieves muscle tension.
11. Eliminates excess fat deposits.

Massage lines - tightening scheme

All manipulations must be carried out with careful movements using the fingertips. You need to massage the skin without strong pressure or squeezing.

Contour facelift scheme:

1. The nasolabial folds are massaged. Movements should be directed from the nose to the earlobe.
2. Using the pads of your fingers, gently move from the center of the chin to the earlobe. Afterwards, light movements are directed from the corners of the lips towards the top of the ear.
3. From the bridge of the nose along the smooth line of the eyebrows to the temple. Another line from the wings of the nose to the temples.
4. Ends with light movements along the back of the nose. The direction is from the tip up to the center of the frontal lobe, then from the center of the forehead to the temples.

When treating the eye area, movements should begin at the inner corner above the upper eyelid. The direction is to the outer corner, after which it is necessary to draw a line back - to the inner corner along the edge of the zygomatic arch.

How often should it be done

Rejuvenating facial massage is recommended to be performed regularly at home or in a beauty salon. During the first two weeks, procedures are carried out in a gentle manner - no more than 2-3 minutes per session. Over time, the duration of the session can be increased to 5-7 minutes, but no longer than 10 minutes.

Regular procedures cleanse the skin and remove toxins and harmful waste products from the entire body. During the session, a mechanical effect is exerted on the lymph nodes, which helps improve the functioning of the entire lymphatic system.

Type and frequency of facial massage

The frequency of facial massage depends on the procedure itself and the type of massage technique. “Relaxing,” for example, is aimed at relieving stress; one session is enough. But for a noticeable lifting effect, a minimum of 10 sessions and a seasonal course may be required. The effect will be immediate if the massage is correct and thoroughly works on all areas of the face.

The variety of active facial massage sessions includes:

• cosmetic,
• relaxing,
• medicinal,
• lifting

The normal cycle of facial massage is 10-15 procedures several times a week. Reinforcement and enhancement of the effect of the sessions also depends on the correctly selected cosmetics for your skin type.

Cryomassage

You should go for cryomassage a couple of times a week, if your goal is simply to keep your facial skin toned. You must take at least two such courses during the year. If there is a need to say goodbye to cosmetic defects, then the frequency of visits to the massage therapist should increase.

If you decide to have cryomassage, trust your facial skin only to specialists in proven massage parlors, because... they know what's best for your skin. In addition, you will be able to avoid a lot of harm to your health that can be caused by inexperienced “professionals”.

Vacuum massage

How much and how often should you resort to vacuum massage? To answer this question, study the rules:

1. When attending the course, do not forget about the weekend from massage.
2. The best scheme of visits is a session every other day from 10 to 15 times, with a series of days off from massage. For normal skin restoration, at least one week is needed.
3. Between courses it is necessary to take a “stop” for a month’s rest from sessions.
4. You can't miss sessions.
5. After completing the massage course, you should also maintain the tone of your face with additional sessions once every 2-3 weeks.
6. If desired, after a couple of months it will be possible to continue the intensive course program of facial massage. And then go through sessions again to maintain tone.

Trying to achieve quick results during daily visits to vacuum massage, you risk getting only unsatisfactory and barely noticeable changes. For a complete change, it is necessary to take breaks; it is at these moments that the skin acquires the desired result. During the breaks between sessions, facial skin is restored and micro-injuries caused using vacuum cups are smoothed out.

As an example, the video shows the processes of vacuum facial massage at home. The following are some clear results:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=oNo6pHyNMvU

Self-massage and frequency

For painless self-massage procedures, it is recommended to start by making a mask that will warm every cell of the face, thereby increasing the effect of the massage. For those women who suffer from shiny and oily skin, it is recommended to apply clay masks, disinfecting or nourishing.

The correct frequency and technique is the key to success for your facial skin! Watch this video in detail:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=9S4_RB7pfow

Description of the procedure performed by the device by a cosmetologist

Conventionally, the entire cleaning session can be divided into three stages:

1. preparing the face for exposure;
2. implementation of KM activities;
3. post-procedure skin treatment.

At the first stage, the cosmetologist covers the face with gel and carries out several peeling activities using fruit acid. Peeling is necessary to achieve a better effect, and is carried out to remove keratinized epithelial cells. After this, a special mask is applied to the face, which has a warming effect. A film is applied over the gel mask, which is heated with a special iron for five minutes. After removing it, the epidermal layer is treated with lotion, with which a massage is performed for ten minutes.

The next functional stage is characterized by cleaning itself, its duration is about ten minutes. The instrument used is a scraper that produces high-frequency sound vibrations. In general, the entire process does not cause any painful sensations, and mechanical pressure can be applied for better cleaning.

The final stage completes the procedure and during this process the skin is treated with lotion, a nourishing mask is applied, and then a cream is applied. After going through all the stages, you can feel the complex effect of the procedure, which consists of deep cleansing and tightening of the facial skin.