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Preparation for photorejuvenation treatment – what should you remember?
Men who decide to undergo a photorejuvenation service in one of our salons should remember to prepare appropriately to minimize the risk of complications and increase the durability of the effects. About a month before the planned treatment, you should avoid exposure to the sun and do not use the solarium. Irritated or tanned skin increases the risk of complications.
A few days before the treatment, do not use cosmetics containing retinol, AHA and BHA acids or other irritating substances. In addition, men should not use photosensitizing drugs and herbs two weeks before the planned session date. These include some antibiotics and plants such as chamomile, nettle, and yarrow. Before the treatment, the client has a consultation with a beautician who will assess the skin condition and exclude contraindications.
What does photorejuvenation with Time For Wax look like?
In each of our salons, the treatment begins with thorough cleansing of the skin and application of a special gel. It has cooling properties, which increases the client’s comfort, and also improves the contact of the laser head with the skin. The procedure itself consists of two stages. During the first part, the beautician positions the head of the device about 10 cm from the skin. The laser heats up, emitting pulsed light that penetrates the epidermis. In the first stage, the skin reaches a temperature of about 50 degrees Celsius. This value is constantly monitored by the beautician. Initially, the complexion may be pink, with slight erythema. This is a natural effect related to the expansion of blood vessels and increased blood flow.
During the second stage of photorejuvenation, the beautician increases the pulse density and places the head directly on the face, making three passes in contact with the skin. This time the light reaches the deeper layers of the skin, creating micro-damages that trigger repair processes. In this way, the production of collagen and elastin is stimulated. During the procedure, the patient may feel a slight burning or warmth, but this does not cause any significant discomfort. The whole thing usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.
How does photorejuvenation affect the skin and how to take care of the skin after the treatment?
During the photorejuvenation treatment, the laser emits pulsed light that penetrates the outer layer of the skin, i.e. the epidermis, reaching its deeper structures. Controlled micro-damages are created there, which initiate the body’s natural repair mechanisms. As a result, the production of key proteins – collagen and elastin – is stimulated. Collagen is one of the main building blocks of the skin and is responsible for its firmness and elasticity. With age, its amount decreases, which leads to the formation of further wrinkles and sagging skin. Photorejuvenation helps reverse these effects by stimulating fibroblasts to increase collagen production. Elastin, in turn, is a protein responsible for skin elasticity. Increasing its production is a way to improve the appearance of the skin and its resistance to mechanical damage and external factors.
After the treatment, the skin may be slightly red and irritated, so it is recommended to use soothing and moisturizing cosmetics that will accelerate the healing of the epidermis. Immediately after the session, avoid exposure to the sun and use creams with a high SPF filter to protect the skin against the harmful effects of UV rays. For a few days after the treatment, you should avoid intense physical exercise, hot baths and sauna, which may further irritate the skin. It is worth remembering that photorejuvenation is a safe and non-invasive procedure, so the risk of complications is minimal. We invite you for a free consultation in Time For Wax salons.