Mesotherapy at home

Facial mesotherapy is a popular technique, the purpose of which is to restore or maintain the youth of the skin. Over several decades, it has earned positive reviews from both patients and cosmetologists. This is an excellent alternative to plastic surgery. The procedure can be done not only in the salon; facial mesotherapy at home is also possible. You can buy medications to perform the procedure on yourself at a pharmacy or cosmetic store. If you perform all the steps correctly, non-injection mesotherapy at home will give a positive result.

Very important! Mesotherapy is a serious procedure and you cannot approach this issue thoughtlessly! Before starting the course, be sure to visit a cosmetologist.

Cosmetic effect of mesotherapy

Mesotherapy came to cosmetology from medicine. At the very beginning, such procedures were performed on patients who wanted to get rid of varicose veins and other vascular diseases. Over time, doctors noted that the introduction of medicinal compounds into the middle layers of the skin activates metabolic processes, and therefore, this type of procedure leads to rejuvenation.

Mesotherapy is recommended for the following indications:

rosacea, acne, post-acne;
pigmentation;
enlarged pores;
loss of elasticity;
photoaging;
dull, gray skin tone;
excessive activity of the sebaceous glands;
sagging cheeks;
deformation of the oval of the face;
small wrinkles;
excessive dryness of the dermis;
dandruff;
twitching of facial muscles, spasms.

Also, the mesotherapy procedure can be carried out at the stage of preparing the skin for grinding or peeling and as a recovery after peeling or plastic surgery.

Mesotherapy is not a one-time procedure. To obtain a noticeable and lasting effect, you must complete a full course.

As a result of regular mesotherapy, skin color will improve, it will become more elastic and firm, fine wrinkles will disappear and stretch marks will significantly decrease. With this procedure you can even get rid of the initial stage of cellulite.

What complications can mesotherapy cause?

If done incorrectly, the procedure is unsafe. Instead of joy from the effect, you can get a bunch of side effects. If the effects of mesotherapy do not go away within three days, immediately make an appointment with a doctor. Delay is life-threatening! Serious complications of the procedure include:

Infection, inflammation at the puncture site.
Atrophied facial muscles.
Swelling, allergies.
Itching.
Lymphostasis.
Lumps under the skin that can develop into serious tumors.

Even the slightest unpleasant symptom is a reason to urgently make an appointment with a doctor. It is impossible to treat the consequences of home “rejuvenation” without medical help.

To carry out the procedure under discussion at home, you will need not only a high-quality mesoscooter, but also a properly selected serum.

Devices for self-use

For home mesotherapy of the face, décolleté, abdomen and other parts of the body, a fractional apparatus or mesoroller is used. The latter is also called a dermaroller. It looks like a rotating roller, the outer side of which is covered with thin needles. Needles can be made of steel, but are also often made from an alloy of steel and precious metals - gold, silver, platinum. This roller is attached to the handle.

Before buying a device for independent use, it is advisable to visit a cosmetologist for advice on this issue. An experienced specialist will tell you how to choose the best option and what to look for first when purchasing.

The most popular devices:

Perfect Photo Portion. This device is one of the most expensive. It is produced in Japan. The main purpose is electroporation and treatment with light radiation. The high cost is quite justified, since the quality and efficiency are at the maximum level.
Beauty Iris Gezatone. Much cheaper than the previous option, but not much inferior in efficiency. Designed in France. The roller acts on the skin with electric current, the supply of which can be carried out in several variations.
Mezoroller Gezatone m9900. The American mesoscooter is the most popular in the USA. It is relatively inexpensive, but at the same time it makes it possible to carry out electroporation, chromotherapy, mesoporation and electromyostimulation.

For those who do not like complex devices and prefer simpler and more budget-friendly devices, Korean-made options may be suitable. The optimal combination of price, quality and ease of use is present in the Micro Needle Roller System and Mesoderm Eyes E008.

Which meso cocktail to choose?

It is equally important to choose the right medicinal composition that will be used in the process of home mesotherapy. The best option would be to purchase the drug on the recommendations of a professional cosmetologist. Chinese manufacturers often offer for sale kits for such procedures, which include a mesoscooter and mesococktail.

Ready-made serums or concentrates of active substances for subsequent preparation of meso-cocktail can be purchased in specialized clinics or in pharmacies. Among the latter, the most common are:

hyaluronic, glycolic, thioctic, ascorbic, pyruvic acids;
elastin, collagen, L-carnitine;
plant extracts;
animal extracts;
dihydroergotamine;
peptide complexes;
placentex.

The most popular company producing natural cocktails is Kosmoteros.

In order for the procedure to bring only a favorable result, you should strictly follow the recommendations of your cosmetologist and not mix active ingredients without first thoroughly studying the topic.

A properly prepared facial cocktail can influence the solution of a whole range of problems at the same time:

a mixture of hyaluronic acid and peptides – smoothing and moisturizing the dermis;
hyaluronic acid, L-carnitine, bioextracts and seaweed extracts - getting rid of orange peel, smoothing the relief;
formulations with DMAE - a highly effective procedure that helps strengthen the dermis and remove toxins;
vitamins, amino acids, arnica extracts, eutrophics - mesotherapy of the scalp and hair.

Stages of the procedure

The procedure for non-injection mesotherapy at home is carried out as follows:

Thorough cleansing of the face from cosmetics and impurities.
Treating the dermis with an antiseptic and then with an anesthetic agent, for example, lidocaine.
Disinfection of the mesoscooter roller. You need to put it in a container filled with alcohol.
Apply the cocktail to the skin using a syringe without a needle.
Massage your face with a roller: first from the bridge of the nose to the temples, then from the nose to the ears, then from the chin to the earlobes.
Perform 10 movements in each of the indicated directions, while lightly pressing on the mesoscooter.
When finished, immerse the device in a container of alcohol to disinfect again.
Apply a nourishing moisturizing mask with a soothing effect.

The first home session may be slightly uncomfortable, but with each subsequent procedure you will get better and better. Almost everyone can learn how to do skin treatment correctly. It is recommended to first familiarize yourself with photos and video tutorials, and also consult a cosmetologist. He will be able to teach you how to properly apply the meso-cocktail to the skin and how to effectively use the roller itself.

Operating principle

Mesotherapy at home involves the use of active ingredients that penetrate deep into the skin. Ordinary cream is not able to have such an effect on tissue.

Mesotherapy significantly rejuvenates the skin, making it healthier. It also increases the effectiveness of cosmetics that are used after such a procedure.

When conducting a mesotherapy session, special mixtures are used - so-called “cocktails”. Their penetration into the tissue is ensured by the device. A mesoscooter is best suited for home use.

Difference from salon procedure

Home mesotherapy is less effective than that performed in a specialist’s office. However, not as much money is spent on it as on salon procedures. Especially considering that to achieve results, a one-time exposure is not enough - usually you need to take a full course.

The price for the necessary devices and medications is quite affordable. Therefore, almost any woman can afford them.

In addition to cost, there are other differences between home therapy and salon procedures:

Tool used. A cosmetologist usually uses a special device or syringe. You can perform the procedure yourself only in a non-injection way - using a mesoscooter . This device is a small roller with thin and short needles. This way, skin piercing does not cause too much pain.
Depth of penetration of the drug. Rejuvenating cocktails cannot be delivered to the deeper layers of the skin using a mesoscooter. They act only on the surface of the epithelium.

Result

Of course, a salon procedure will in any case be more effective than a home one. However, you can also achieve very good results on your own. This is confirmed by numerous photographs of women taken before and after such procedures.

To get the expected effect, you need to choose the right tools and do everything right. Self-administered therapy can provide:

elimination of inflammation, acne, blackheads;
disappearance of the vascular network;
clarity of facial contour;
skin elasticity (wrinkles disappear);
improvement of complexion.

Consequences and contraindications

The procedure cannot be performed if there are such contraindications:

pregnancy and lactation;
active formation of moles;
diabetes;
eczema;
infectious diseases;
blood diseases - clotting problems;
the presence of malignant tumors;
rosacea;
physical damage to the skin in the treatment area;
viral pathologies, chronic diseases;
tendency to form keloid scars.

You need to be prepared for the fact that some unpleasant consequences may occur after the procedure. Most of them pass quickly enough and without third-party intervention:

Pain at injection sites. They can be felt more strongly in stressful situations and during critical days.
Dry skin, slight burning, itching. This is a normal phenomenon during the healing process of the dermis.
Swelling, redness, headache. Gradually goes away on its own.
Hematomas and bruises. They usually appear in areas where the skin is particularly thin.
Seals. May occur if the device is used for too long.

Cosmetologist's advice for beginners

Experienced cosmetologists advise following a number of recommendations that will help significantly shorten the rehabilitation process:

During the course, do not visit the solarium, sauna, bathhouse. Also, put off going to the pool for a while.
You cannot go to the gym for 2-3 days after the session.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages.
For the first days, do not use decorative cosmetics.
Do not massage your face and generally try to touch it as little as possible.

A mesoscooter purchased for home use will work for a long time and effectively if you care for it properly. Its needles are as thin as possible and therefore require delicate use.

You must not forget to treat the roller head with alcohol before and immediately after the procedure. The concentration of the latter must be at least 75% in solution. Keep the roller in the liquid for about 20 minutes.

After the final treatment, the mesoscooter needs to be dried and only then put into its case. Store only in a dry place, away from heating devices and moisture.

It is necessary to carefully monitor the integrity of the needles. Do not place the device on a hard surface; it is important to avoid falling or any other active impact on the needles.

Reviews from real people

Yulia, 38 years old, Kazan:

I purchased a mesoscooter from an online store. I use it to tone the face, tighten pores and generally increase elasticity. First I apply the cocktail and then roll it out with a roller. It's only been a month, but the results are already very noticeable. Wrinkles on the forehead and near the lips disappear, the color of the skin evens out, and the face becomes fresher. An excellent option for achieving a salon effect, but cheaper and more comfortable.

Anastasia, 41 years old, Ekaterinburg:

I bought several different rollers for mesotherapy. I wanted to remove wrinkles in the corners of my mouth and forehead this way. My skin is of normal type, but for some reason, after every use, my face gets terrible inflammation and rashes. I always sterilize the device and soak it in alcohol for 20-30 minutes. I am very upset and will not resort to this procedure again. The skin has become even worse, as it has become rough and very dry.

Maria, 29 years old, Sochi:

My cosmetologist told me about the dermaroller. It became interesting, and after a couple of months I finally bought it. In general, I have normal skin, but I have a very unpleasant problem in the form of pigmentation. After several home sessions, the spots actually lightened, but have not completely disappeared yet. I will continue.

Mesococktails: what they are and how to choose yours

There are many mesotherapy products available now. Each of them has its own characteristics, so choosing the right product is the key to a positive result after the rejuvenating complex.

Substances can be used either separately or mixed. In this case we are talking about meso cocktails. They come in different types according to their composition and purpose:

Allopathic

mineral
– against oily shine and external symptoms of vascular diseases of the facial skin (organic silicon, konjac type);

animals
– against expression and age wrinkles (hyaluronic acid, collagen);

synthetic
- against skin diseases, as well as for the effect of pain relief (embryoblast, dicynon).

To make cocktails, you can mix all the products from this list. This will enhance the effect and solve a number of problems. Just don’t forget that such cocktails can only be mixed by an experienced cosmetologist or a master in a salon. Preparing mixtures yourself is dangerous - you can violate the dosage.

Biological

Or, as they are also called, homeopathic. The components of the rejuvenation product in this case are:

caffeine;

plant extracts;

procaine

The effect of such funds is not so pronounced. But their advantage is that they act much more gently and are able to have a positive effect on the entire body.

For a home procedure, I advise you to purchase Alpika meso-cocktails with vitamin C or the Biolift product.

Answers on questions

How to do mesotherapy for yourself if you are very afraid of pain?

The procedure is really not a pleasant one, because you have to endure needle injections into the skin, but it is still not as painful as it might seem. If the pain threshold is low, then it is recommended to use lidocaine or other drugs with an analgesic effect, thus easing your sensations.

What can replace mesotherapy?

Many women use alginate masks, which are an excellent substitute for mesotherapy. They are developed based on alginic acid, which is extracted from algae. The product can give a lifting effect, as well as moisturize and nourish the skin.

How many treatment sessions are required?

A course of home mesotherapy can consist of 5-10 sessions. The interval between procedures is 7-14 days. When the desired result is achieved, you will need to use the roller approximately once a month as maintenance therapy.

How much does a mesoscooter cost?

The average price of such a device today is 1,500 rubles.

Mesotherapy technique

The procedure must be carried out in several stages. To better understand the intricacies of home mesotherapy, it is recommended to watch a video with lessons. They can be downloaded for free from the Internet.

Focus on the following algorithm:

Wash your face using a cleanser. The skin should be free of dirt and cosmetics.
To disinfect the mesoscooter roller, treat it with medical alcohol.
Apply an anesthetic to your face, followed by a meso cocktail.
Perform a massage using a mesoscooter.
Finally, disinfect the device again with alcohol. Let the device dry, then put it away.
Apply a soothing mask to your skin. Applying nourishing cream is not necessary, but it is highly recommended.

Cocktails and mesotherapy products

The following products are used with the mesoscooter:

hyaluronic acid (with its help, the skin of the face and body is significantly moisturized);
ascorbic acid (used to whiten pigmentation);
collagen (used when the skin loses its elasticity);
a cocktail of hyaluronic acid and peptide complexes (designed to smooth out wrinkles);
a cocktail of hyaluronic acid, seaweed extract and L-carnitine (indication for its use is cellulite) and other similar cocktails.

It is permissible to use the mesoscooter without using any means. In this case, the condition of the skin improves due to regenerative processes, which is a consequence of microdamage to the skin from the mesoscooter needles.

How to do facial mesotherapy at home

Having decided to undergo cosmetic procedures without a cosmetologist, not everyone knows how to do facial mesotherapy at home so as not to encounter complications after the procedure. You need to start with the necessary meso-cocktail, the composition of which will solve specific problems. If you lack experience in this matter, a pharmacist or cosmetologist will sort it out; before visiting them, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist.

Attention! Mesotherapy with a mesoscooter provokes redness or slight swelling of the skin, which goes away after a couple of days. Therefore, before the procedure, they plan their leisure time, namely, limit their visits to public places.

Hair mesotherapy at home resembles a classic procedure. Before carrying out restorative measures for the scalp, your hair should be thoroughly washed and dried. The next step is to treat the scalp with an antiseptic, disinfect the roller, and apply restorative serum to the head with the needles. Massaging movements of the mesoscooter are carried out from the forehead to the base of the neck.

At the final stage, treat the scalp with minoxidil and cover the hair with a towel for 40 minutes.

Note! For 2 days, refrain from washing your hair and avoid visiting the sauna or swimming pool.

Mesoscooter for home treatment

If you decide to use the mesotherapy method yourself, for this you will first need a high-quality mesoroller. This is a device equipped with many tiny needles that produce micro punctures on the surface of the skin. These punctures allow medicinal substances to penetrate deeper into the dermis than when simply applied to the surface. In addition, the skin reacts to injections, including protective mechanisms, which activates the regeneration process.

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When choosing a mesoscooter model, consider what problem you want to deal with. For hair mesotherapy, there are special scalp rollers designed to improve the penetration of medicinal drugs into the scalp. For the face, as a rule, devices with a small roller are used. They are convenient for treating the skin of hard-to-reach areas - around the eyes and near the nose. Wide drums are designed for body skin.

There are also universal mesoscooters with a roller 1.7 - 2 cm wide. This is an average size that is suitable for treating any area. Or you can purchase a device with replaceable attachments.

Recommendations from cosmetologists

After mesotherapy, you need to take care of the skin and care for it so that it recovers faster. Experts recommend using fabric protection products for several days.

For approximately a week after therapy, you cannot exercise, go to the sauna, bathhouse, swimming pool, or solarium. For seven days, do not apply decorative cosmetics or remove hair in the places where the mesoscooter was used.

In addition, drinking alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Staying in the sun for too long is also undesirable.

Options for treating facial skin

For the penetration of special drugs that improve the condition of the skin, there is a whole list of devices. The most popular ones available for home use are:

Iontophoresis

Many skin defects go away with the use of microcurrent pulses. The effect is on the cell membrane, improving metabolic processes. In addition, the device promotes the penetration of active substances applied to the skin to a depth of 2.5 mm. Thanks to the use of iontophoresis:

small wrinkles are eliminated;
the amount of acne is reduced;
puffiness subsides, especially in the eye area, because lymph flow improves;
hydration and turgor of the dermis improves, which makes the face uniform and healthy.

Phonophoresis

The technique is based on the influence of ultrasound with a frequency of 16 kHz. Due to the transformation of mechanical energy into thermal energy, the skin warms up. Blood microcirculation, lymph flow and transfer of nutrients to the deep layers of the epidermis improves. Phonophoresis can provide:

production of collagen and elastane fibers;
elimination of acne, age spots and even acne scars;
reducing the severity of wrinkles;
elimination of lumps of cellulite.

Electroporation

Like iontophoresis, its effect is based on current, but only its pulsed supply. By varying the strength and frequency of impulses in the skin, channels open through which beneficial substances are delivered. Electroporation is capable of:

remove acne and cleanse the face;
eliminate age spots;
eliminate acne scars;
get rid of rosacea and fine wrinkles.

Mesoscooter

Mesotherapy at home is performed using a special device - a mesoscooter. It is a roller on a handle, studded with many microscopic needles made from:

titanium;
medical steel;
gold;
silver

The diameter of the roller tires may vary. The depth of penetration of the healing composition applied to the skin depends on this parameter.

Stages of mesotherapy using a mesoscooter:

Cleanse your face and remove makeup. Wipe the skin with an anesthetic containing iceocaine or benzocaine.
Keep the head of the device in a solution of Chlorhexidine, 75% alcohol or 3% hydrogen peroxide. Dry the part with a clean towel.
Apply the product to the desired areas of the skin and go over each area 10 times. The pressure should not be strong.
Treat your skin with an antiseptic.
When finished, apply a soothing mask for 15 minutes.

Important! For home use, experts recommend purchasing a mesoscooter with needles no thicker than 0.5 mm.

After the procedure, you need to not use cosmetics for the first time and not stay in the sun for a long time. A few days after the procedure, you can safely go out into the sun.

Indications for mesotherapy

Mesotherapy is characterized by increased efficiency and versatility, therefore it has many indications:

wrinkles;
skin ptosis;
decreased skin tone;
pigmentation;
scars;
stretch marks;
bags and circles under the eyes;
spider veins;
poor complexion;
acne and post-acne;
local fat deposits;
enlarged pores;
acne on the face;
changes in the oval of the face due to fat deposits and tissue ptosis;
cellulite;
sagging skin;
prominent veins and nodes on the back of the hands.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before carrying out mesotherapy at home, it is necessary to take into account all its pros and cons. The main advantage is saving time and money. You don't have to spend hours traveling to salons and paying money for expensive procedures.

However, home mesotherapy also has some disadvantages. This, for example, is a higher risk of complications and lack of preliminary examination. It is also worth noting that not everyone is able to independently choose the drug that is suitable for a particular situation.

Many representatives of the fair sex prefer biorevitalization. This is one of the types of mesotherapy. This procedure involves the use of hyaluronic acid. This product effectively accelerates cell regeneration and normalizes metabolism.