Fighting the First Signs of Aging with the Right Facial Rejuvenation Treatment
Pollution, stress, unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles have an impact on people’s lives in different ways. One of their main consequences is the premature aging of the skin. Facial skin, when exposed directly to sunlight, cold weather, rain and wind, is at high risk of losing its youthful glow and firmness.
Identifying the First Signs of Aging
Usually, the first signs of aging facial skin are a less firm jaw line, with sagging skin, spots and redness in the cheeks and an overall ashen and tired aspect of the skin. Other signs of aging appear around the mouth and eyes in the form of fine wrinkles, which, if left untreated, deepen in time.
However, people are not willing to let time conquer their youthful looks without a fight. Nowadays, several efficient facial rejuvenation treatment options are available for both men and women. There is no longer a stigma for men who pursue facial skin care. Men, like women, can look after their faces and try to restore the glow of youth. The cosmetic industry has quickly adapted to these new attitudes and has developed special anti-wrinkles creams and lotions for men.
What happens when applying cream is no longer sufficient or when people are unwilling to wait for months until they see the first signs of improvement in their appearance? This is where special cosmetic procedures come in, which offer people the promise of instant or nearly instant results.
The Most Frequently Used Facial Procedures
1. Chemical Peel - This procedure is recommended for removing the superficial layer of dead skin cells, which cause uneven pigmentation and fine wrinkles. It is also used for removing signa of aging caused by prolonged sun exposure. The chemical peel is performed by applying a chemical substance (usually glycolic acid in specific concentrations) on the skin and letting it peel away the outer layer of the derma.
2. Microdermabrasion - This procedure is quick and efficient, especially for people who have superficial signs of aging on their skin. It involves the use of micro-particles to remove the superficial layer of dead skin cells using a spraying procedure. These particles polish the skin, giving it a youthful look. It also removes fine wrinkles and creates an even pigmentation.
3. Laser Skin Resurfacing - This facial rejuvenation treatment is especially effective under the lower lids and around the corner of the eyes, to remove the fine expression lines known as “crow’s feet.” The procedure consists of using a fractional laser to remove the outer layers of uneven skin and speed up the formation of new skin cells.
4. Minimally Invasive Facelift - This procedure is recommended especially for correcting sagging skin on the neck, jaw line and face. It is performed under local anesthesia and consists of removing excess skin and tightening deep tissues to give the face a smoother, firmer look.
Although all these procedures are minimally invasive and can be performed by almost any cosmetician, patients are encouraged to seek the advice of a reputable cosmetic dermatologist. A well-trained experienced professional is the only person who can recommend the safest and most efficient procedure for each case.