The revolutionary laser skin tightening technology is the treatment for individuals who want firmer and tighter skin on the spot without visible post treatment scarring or marks. The technology employs light energy to effectively remodel the body’s collagen and regenerate damaged skin cells. This can not only dramatically enhance skin texture and reduce fine lines but reverse signs of facial and body aging for an overall firmer, youthful appearance. Laser skin tightening is ideally suitable for people between the ages of 28 to 60 with minimal to medium sagging, and is safe on all skin tones. Whilst other technologies have been developed to stimulate collagen production, the ND:YAG is the most efficient, pleasant and cost effective . The technology can be used safely on all parts of the body and face, showing significant improvements on sagging brows, fines lines and wrinkles around the mouth, stretched skin on the abdomen and a multitude of other areas. This is all achieved without risk of effecting undesired areas. An additional benefit of the ND:YAG is the cooling spray produced on the skin before every pulse. This makes the treatment less painful and discomforting in comparison to other technologies.
As we age, skin noticeably becomes thinner as the underlying fat which was copiously present at birth dissipates. The skin’s collagen structure, known as the connective tissue, is slowly lost and results in saggy skin. New fine lines and wrinkles appear daily on the face and body, becoming more visible with age. While this process begins in our twenties, it can also be accelerated by years of sun damage, UV radiation and chemicals, stress, low nutrition, smoking, alcohol and drug consumption.
Around the late 30s or early 40s, aging is more noticeable as the skin’s creases are more pronounced and creams, balms and anti aging products no longer do the trick. For pregnant women, loss of elasticity is particularly visible on the abdomen and breast area when the body changes to house the foetus for nine months. Rapid weight loss can also significantly impact on skin’s tautness as it loses its firmness and suppleness.
Skin Tightening Solution
For individuals suffering with wrinkles, fine lines, saggy skin or aging appearance, the skin tightening treatment is for you. The ND:YAG laser technology stimulates collagen production by heating , demonstrated in decreased fine lines, firmer skin, decreased sagging, tighter pores and improved skin quality. The Nd:YAG laser, at a 1064-nm deposits heat into the dermis and activates the fibroblast cells to produce collagen and contract the skin. By penetrating the deeper layers, collagen fibres are tightened while leaving the skin’s upper layers intact. Most clients see skin improvements after just one treatment and undergo several sessions within a few months to have significant and long lasting results.
Benefits of ND:YAG Skin Tightening
The benefits of the skin tightening treatment include:
- Immediate signs of firming and tightening
- No injections, surgery or risks
- Collagen stimulation lasts six months after treatment
- Long lasting improved skin quality
- Little discomfort
- Improved skin elasticity and tautness
The skin tightening treatment can take between 5- 40 minutes, depending on the surface area being targeted. Protective eyewear is worn to guard the eyes from the laser light and a numbing cream can be applied 1 hour prior to the treatment for added comfort. During the treatment, a brief heating sensation can be felt when optimum temperature is reached. This indicates the collagen is being tightened and stimulated in the epidermis. The therapist will control the amount of energy delivered and will pause momentarily before proceeding to the next section or continuing. Once the area has reached effective collagen remodelling temperature, the treatment will conclude. An aftercare sheet will be provided and post care advice by the therapist should be adhered to.
Immediately after treatment, you will notice redness and/or swelling that will subside within a few hours. The production of dermal collagen results in visibly looking taut skin improvements of up to 80% and will also continue four to six months post treatment due to continued collagen production. Depending on the skin’s condition, most patients will need between 4 to 6 treatments and maintenance treatments thereafter.