Beautiful, healthy skin is the key to self-confidence and a positive attitude towards life. The appearance can be significantly spoiled by an ailment such as acne. As a rule, rashes appear during adolescence. Sometimes this disease also affects adults. The rash occurs not only on the face, but also on the back, chest, neck, and arms. If no measures are taken, the disease can leave traces in the form of ulcers and post-acne scars.
The appearance of acne on the skin primarily indicates a decrease in the protective forces of local skin immunity. It is disrupted against the background of a general weakening of the body’s immune system. How to increase skin immunity? Complex treatment is required. Firstly, you should heal the body from the inside, eliminating the root cause of the rash, and, secondly, restore weakened skin cells and stimulate local immunity. To do this, we use the latest development of hardware cosmetology - the IPL module of the M22 multi-module platform from the American company Lumenis. With its help, we achieve qualitative improvement in the condition of our patients’ skin.
What factors contribute to the appearance of acne?
There are a number of environmental factors and internal changes in the body that can affect the development of the disease:
- hormonal changes and disorders (adolescence, pregnancy);
- endocrine disorders;
- internal diseases of the body (liver, kidneys, poisoning, parasites, bad habits);
- intestinal diseases, dysbiosis;
- skin infections;
- improper, unbalanced diet;
- heredity;
- stress;
- bad ecology;
- insufficient hygiene.
What is the essence of acne phototherapy using the M22 device?
In phototherapy, we rely on the capabilities of the light radiation emitted by the M22 device. It generates heat and triggers physiological processes in the skin that contribute to its healing. The platform is also equipped with a special Acne filter, which has an antibacterial effect.
The acne phototherapy technique involves exposing problem areas of the face or body to warm, short-term pulsed flashes of light in a special range (311 nm). This pulsed light is free of dangerous ultraviolet radiation. Only the blue-violet component works. As a result of light exposure, local skin immunity is stimulated and activated, which leads to drying of rashes, their reduction and improvement of the condition of the skin.
It should be noted that acne is a skin disease that is internal in nature. This means that the rash is already the result of the disease, reflected on the skin. Therefore, phototherapy of acne is carried out in combination with taking medications prescribed by specialized specialists, normalizing the diet and its balance, giving up bad habits, maintaining an active healthy lifestyle, maintaining proper hygiene, and eliminating stress as much as possible. For a lasting qualitative improvement in the situation, it is necessary to undergo a full course of treatment, the number of sessions of which is determined individually based on the patient’s existing problems.
How is the acne phototherapy procedure performed using the M22 device?
Before starting the course of treatment, the cosmetologist finds out whether there are any contraindications for the procedures. If a decision is made to carry out treatment, the cosmetologist performs a complete diagnosis of the patient’s skin. During it, the area of the lesion, the severity of the disease, the phototype of the skin, and its color are determined. According to the data obtained, the possible dose of the influencing light waves and the duration of the course of treatment are determined.
The patient's hair is tucked under a cap, and special glasses are put on her eyes to protect from burns and the intense light of the emitter. On the eve of the session, the skin is cleansed of cosmetics and impurities, and a cooling conductive gel is applied to the face. Next, the cosmetologist applies the device’s attachment to each problem area of the face and produces photo flashes. The wavelength and depth of exposure, the duration and number of pulses, and the interval between them are determined based on the condition of the skin and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. During phototherapy, patients may only feel a slight tingling sensation and a pleasant flow of heat.
At the end of the procedure, redness, slight swelling or a slight burning sensation may appear in the areas exposed to light waves. Such skin reactions to light exposure are considered normal and disappear on the same or the next day. To recover quickly, you must strictly follow all the recommendations given by your doctor.
It is worth considering that a few weeks before the phototherapy and for 2 weeks after the photo session, you must avoid sunbathing, going to the solarium, drinking alcohol and smoking; it is not recommended to visit the bathhouse and sauna. After the procedure, it is necessary to apply moisturizing creams and sunscreens, and avoid using cosmetics and foundation. During treatment, it is prohibited to use photosensitizing agents (retinoids, tetracyclines, etc.).
What is the duration of treatment for acne on M22?
It is no secret that in the early stages of the development of the disease it is possible to cope with it easier and faster than in the chronic form of the course. The course of phototherapy for acne to achieve a lasting result of improving the condition of the skin ranges from 5 to 10 procedures. The duration of treatment is determined by the cosmetologist depending on the initial condition of the skin, the severity and number of acne. The interval between sessions is set individually, on average 2-3 weeks. Each procedure lasts 15-30 minutes depending on the number of areas treated and the degree of inflammation.
The intensity and number of light waves increases with each visit to a cosmetologist. The skin condition will improve gradually. A cosmetologist may prescribe repeated phototherapy as a preventive measure. However, it should be carried out no more than 1-2 times a year.
Pimples, rashes and blemishes, post-acne
The treatment process is now underway
Bright, noticeable rashes on the face, the spots that remain after them, and often scars - this is what people want to get rid of when visiting a cosmetologist. Solving this problem is not a matter of weeks and often not even months. When the face gradually clears up, there is no limit to the happiness of my patients; there is no need to encourage and motivate as much as at the beginning of treatment, the obvious result gives strength and faith in success.
In this case - examination, external treatment, cleaning procedures, peelings and anti-acne injections. The period between photos is 3 months. This is not the final result, we are still in the process.
What results and how quickly should I expect?
Patients notice the effect of acne phototherapy 10-14 days after the first procedure. It is expressed in a decrease in the number of acne, narrowing of pores, disappearance of oily sheen, evening out skin tone, and a reduction in the number of “black” spots. With each subsequent procedure, the skin becomes healthier and more beautiful, the physiological processes in it return to normal. Acne disappears within a few months after starting treatment. The result of a full course of treatment is the destruction of up to 90% of acne, even in the most complex and advanced cases, healthy, smooth skin and a beautiful complexion.
Pimples on the cheeks. Before and after
Solving your acne problem is often only half the battle.
This beauty fell into my hands after almost all the rashes had passed. There were small scars left, lucky that they were quite flat (level with the skin, the relief was practically unchanged) and already quite annoying stagnant spots. The request was to work specifically with skin tone, i.e. with bluish spots.
The result in the photo is not just one procedure; it seems to me that the difference between the photos is about a year. But the visits were not frequent, mostly once every 4 weeks. Some procedures were traumatic, others not so much.
The effect increased gradually, but my patient began to notice improvements almost immediately. I remember how they laughed, her mother did not believe that this was the work of a cosmetologist
“It can’t be, most likely you’ve started eating normally,” my mother said. But actually, this is even a compliment; modern methods can do a lot, despite the fact that they believe in diet more))
The spots are gone, the scars partially remain, but they are small and almost invisible. The skin tone is much more even, which is what we wanted. And most importantly, happy eyes
Cosmetologist's work:
- Permanent procedures
- Once every 4 weeks
- Increasing effect
- Even skin tone
What are the advantages of acne phototherapy on M22?
Hardware treatment of acne on M22 using light photons has a number of undeniable advantages, due to which the popularity of this technique is constantly growing:
- safety of the procedure (there is no harmful ultraviolet component of the spectrum);
- painless and comfortable sessions;
- non-traumatic skin, there is no risk of complications and infection;
- impact only on problem areas of the skin (healthy areas are not damaged);
- lack of rehabilitation period;
- speed of the procedure (from 15 to 30 minutes);
- quick visible results after 10 days;
- cleansing the skin of acne and comedones by 90% at the end of the course of treatment;
- general improvement in skin condition (rejuvenation, disappearance of age spots and freckles, narrowing of pores, smoothing of facial microrelief, smooth, healthy, matte skin color);
- Possibility of execution at any time of the year.
Pimples on the back. Before and after
A young girl developed rashes on her back after a course of oil massage. The patient is prone to rashes on her face, but inflammation appeared on her back for the first time.
After completing the massage course, the inflammation gradually began to subside without treatment, but it left behind these bluish-red spots, which in turn, when they disappeared, were replaced by pigmented ones (post-inflammatory pigmentation)
Therefore, there was very little chance of an even skin color without procedures. The cosmetologist dealt with this. In order to remove residual inflammatory elements and stains, a coral peeling procedure was prescribed.
Rehabilitation took 3-4 days, a total of 2 procedures were required, which in this case significantly reduced the number and severity of post-acne spots. the patient was very pleased with the result.
Cosmetologist's work:
- Coral peeling
- only 2 procedures
Are there any contraindications for phototherapy of acne on M22?
Cosmetologists identify 2 groups of contraindications for acne phototherapy. If there are absolute contraindications, the possibility of phototherapy is determined individually in consultation with the attending physician. Otherwise, the procedure may further worsen your health condition. These include:
- malignant neoplasms;
- diabetes;
- epilepsy;
- blood diseases;
- severe hypertension;
- chronic diseases in a severe phase;
- increased photosensitivity.
The group of temporary contraindications means that when recovery occurs or the period of their validity ends, the possibility of performing the procedure appears again. These include:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- damage and inflammation on the skin;
- infectious diseases in the acute phase;
- skin diseases;
- fresh tan
Pimples on the forehead. Before and after
This path to clear skin turned out to be short-lived, but it was not without losses. And we lost kilograms of dairy products along the way. It was difficult in places, sometimes you ask for milk in your coffee, sometimes the omelette winks
Of course, we selected therapeutic care and a regimen of external medications. As you can see from the feedback, it turned out that clear skin is worth these efforts, which ultimately become the norm and do not cause problems.
When the skin has cleared, there is no need to relax with either care or nutrition. The tendency to rashes will be with you all your life and your skin will find a reason to remind you of it, believe me.
Yes, it is possible to gradually return products after some time, just in a smaller volume and not all of them. This is discussed with your doctor.
Cosmetologist's work:
- Clean forehead
- Skin without rashes
- Selected care
- External preparations
- Got rid of dairy products
- Will remain prone to rashes
Karachausheva Aksana Georgievna
- Dermatologist, cosmetologist.
- Doctor of the highest qualification category for planning individual anti-age programs for facial and body rejuvenation.
- Specializes in a combination of modern hardware and injection techniques for skin rejuvenation and treatment. Proficient in the technique of facial contouring and harmonization of appearance while preserving natural beauty and individuality, all methods of nourishing and cleansing the skin. Treats rosacea, rosacea, acne and skin hyperpigmentation.
- He is fluent in the new concept of rejuvenation and non-surgical SMAS facial lifting using high-intensity focused ultrasound on the Ultraformer device.
