What problems does the operation solve?
Rhinoplasty of the wings of the nose is often a stage of general rhinoplasty, but for special indications it is performed separately. So, using this operation you can fix:
- nostrils that are too wide or narrow;
- wing length;
- large wings of the nose;
- asymmetry of the nostrils;
- thickness of cartilage and skin on the nostrils;
- retraction of the nostrils.
The final volume of intervention is determined by the surgeon during a face-to-face consultation. In some cases, the doctor may also recommend other types of nose correction.
How to make your nose smaller using nose correction with makeup?
Correction of the nose with makeup
When a makeup artist applies makeup to the face, he uses the play of chiaroscuro optical effect. Thanks to this, certain areas of the face are highlighted or smoothed.
If you need to reduce your nose using nose correction with makeup, then you need to focus on other parts of the face - the eyes and lips.
Important: Use matte shades of powder and eye shadow. Gloss, pearl and glitter will not create a natural skin effect.
You can achieve a good effect by using the following technique:
- Powder is the main tool in this makeup. It will help you cope with one of the most common problems in the appearance of many women - an elongated nose.
Important: The main thing is to remove oily shine using the natural color of powder. Its dark tones are used on the wings of the nose and on the septum above the upper lip.
Nose correction using makeup techniques
Remember: Transition boundaries should be smooth. If they are noticeable, then the desired effect will not be achieved.
How is rhinoplasty of the nose wings performed?
At our Institute, all operations begin with an initial appointment with the surgeon. During it, anamnesis is collected and the necessary tests are prescribed. In no case should you try to hide important information from the doctor (for example, the presence of contraindications to surgery), since only with the most complete picture is the success of the operation guaranteed.
Before undergoing rhinoplasty, you will definitely be consulted by an anesthesiologist and surgeon. The first one will find out if you have allergic reactions to certain drugs, and the second one will take several photographs and apply preoperative markings.
After the anesthesiologist is satisfied that the administered anesthesia has worked, the team, led by the surgeon, prepares to begin the operation. The technique for performing nasal plastic surgery will depend on the result that the surgeon wants to achieve:
- When reducing the wings of the nose, small incisions are made on the sides at the base and excess tissue is removed. After this, the surgeon carefully stitches the edges.
- To narrow the nostrils, the surgeon cuts the area of the columella (the skin of the nasal septum) and draws a thread, thus pulling the nasal openings towards each other. Part of the skin that spoils the proportions is excised, after which sutures are applied.
- The problem of wing retraction requires restoration of support and is solved by tissue transplantation. Typically, tissue taken from the outside of the ear or from the nasal septum is used.
All operations last on average from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. After all manipulations are completed, the patient is put in a plaster cast, taken out of anesthesia and transported to the ward.
Recovery after correction of the wings of the nose
In most cases, this type of rhinoplasty is tolerated very easily: cases of severe swelling and bruising under the eyes are rare. However, all patients who have undergone this operation must follow the same rules as patients who have undergone more serious types of rhinoplasty:
- Do not touch the bandage until it is removed;
- it is necessary to rinse the nasal passages every 1.5-2 hours;
- Excessive heat exposure (sun, solarium, bath) should be avoided;
- If possible, you should limit any physical activity for at least the first 2-3 days.
The sutures are removed on days 5-6, the postoperative scar is noticeable for 1.5-2 months, then it lightens and becomes almost invisible. Swelling that may occur after surgery also goes away within a week after surgery. The nose takes on its final appearance 5-6 months after correction.
Result before and after
Correcting the shape and size of the nostrils ensures the creation of a harmonious appearance with correct proportions. The face acquires softer lines, even its expression changes. The final result will be visible only 6 months after the surgical intervention - swelling will disappear, hematomas will disappear, cartilage and soft tissue will completely fuse, and scars will resolve.
Before and after nostril reduction surgery
Contraindications for surgery
Rhinoplasty is not possible if the patient has the following health problems:
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- diabetes;
- bleeding disorders;
- oncological diseases.
Attention! All aesthetic plastic surgeries and most cosmetic procedures are strictly contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women. We also do not perform surgical interventions on people whose weight exceeds 110 kg.
Possible complications
Reduction of the nostrils is a full-fledged surgical intervention, which is accompanied by tissue incision and damage to the integrity of blood vessels. In the early recovery period, swelling, bleeding, and extensive hematomas may occur. These conditions disappear over time, often without the need for specific therapy. It is much more difficult to cope with the asymmetry of the wings of the nose and problems in nasal breathing.
A distinctive characteristic of complications after surgery to reduce the nostrils is that they can appear a month or even a year after the manipulation.
Watch the video about nostril reduction:
This can only be avoided by contacting a qualified specialist, in a clinic with an impeccable reputation, and by following all recommendations for managing the rehabilitation period.
Correction of a wide nose with makeup
Visual correction of a wide nose
To correct a wide nose with makeup, follow these steps:
- Highlight the front of the bridge of the nose with highlighter. To do this, draw a line of 5 mm
- Darken the wings of the nose and its sides
Important: Highlighters and correctors can be purchased separately or you can buy a palette of several tones. You choose what you like and what will be more convenient to work with.
Clothespins and splints for nose correction
Clothespin for nose correction
If you can’t do the right makeup to hide imperfections, and you don’t want to undergo correction surgery, then you can use special devices. Nasal pins and splints are easy-to-use devices that help reshape the nose.
Tip: Wear these devices for 15 minutes a day and you will see real results within a few weeks.
These products are made in the USA from high quality silicone. The skin will not be allergic to such material. There is a function for adjusting the pressure on the nose.
Important: If you experience discomfort during use, then stop wearing and consult a doctor.
Nose correction with threads
Thread for nose correction
If you are not satisfied with the shape of the tip of the nose or wings, then correct your nose with threads. Special threads are inserted using punctures. After this, the doctor tightens the area that needs to be corrected.
In a couple of days the threads will be cut, and the result will be noticeable immediately after the procedure. This technique is often used if you need to raise the tip of the nose. The thread is inserted into the cartilage and attached to the top of the nose.
Preparation
To prepare for the procedure, 2 - 3 days are enough. Blood tests, urine tests, and an electrocardiogram are prescribed. The examination is carried out to ensure that there are no contraindications.
If local anesthesia is planned, you should not have a heavy breakfast on the day of surgery. It is better to carry out the manipulation on an empty stomach. If anesthesia is planned, eating any food is prohibited.
If you are sick or have a cold before the procedure, it is better to postpone it. Warn your doctor about this. For viral diseases, even minor interventions are not performed. This is due to the risk of complications.
Correction of the bridge of the nose with makeup
Visual correction of a defect in the bridge of the nose with makeup.
The ideal bridge of the nose should be no more and no less than 80% wide of the distance between the wings. If this distance is less or more, then the girl’s nose becomes a big disadvantage.
If the bridge of the nose is wide, then it is necessary to darken the wings of the nose. To correct the bridge of the nose with makeup, if its width is less than 80%, it is necessary to apply light tones of foundation and powder on the nose and in the area of the wings.
Tip: Try different light or dark shades of foundation and powder. This way you can choose the perfect tone for your skin and to reduce the visual effect of imperfections.
Correction of the wings of the nose with makeup
The wide wings of the nose became invisible with the help of makeup.
The large wings of the nose should “go into partial shade.” You can reduce the relief of the sculpture by using the matte texture of the powder.
Tip: Correct the wings of the nose with makeup, evening out your complexion. Use a natural foundation color.
Important: Rub your foundation thoroughly, especially near the sides of your nose. This area should not stand out - the transitions are blurred by intermediate tones of powder.
Correction of a hump in the nose with makeup
How to correct nose defects with makeup?
The “eagle” or “Caucasian” nose has a peculiar hump. This nose is usually found in men and less often in women.
Tip: To make a correction and slightly smooth out the rough and heavy expression on your face due to such a nose, highlight the base of the nose in the area between the eyebrows with a light tone of powder.
Correction of a hump in the nose with makeup can be done by using a dark tone of powder on the hump itself.
Beautiful long nose with makeup
Tip: Blend thoroughly so you don't end up with a dirty spot on your nose. This will only attract attention, which is completely unnecessary.
You can create a sweet and gentle look by focusing on the eyes. Soften their look by using more natural shades of eyeshadow and an eyeliner pencil.
How is the procedure done?
The surgical techniques used depend on the purpose of the intervention.
- To reduce the wings of the nose, excess tissue is excised. In this case, the tissues are subject to minimal trauma.
- To eliminate the effect of drooping nostrils, the patient's own tissue is transplanted into the intervention area. The material is native to the body, so there are no problems with their rejection.
- To narrow the wings of the nose, the alar cartilages are sutured in the columella area (the fold located between the nostrils). For the same purpose, the wings of the nose can be sewn.
- To restore the lost wings of the nose or parts thereof, the patient’s own cartilage tissue is used. It is taken from the ears or nasal septum. Skin can also be transplanted.
After examination by the surgeon, markings are applied to the patient's nose. Anesthesia is administered, after which surgeons carry out the necessary manipulations. After completion of the work, cosmetic stitches are applied and a face bandage is put on.
The intervention is performed under general anesthesia. Local anesthesia is rarely used for minor interventions. Duration – from 30 minutes to 2 hours. After the intervention, a protective splint is applied to the nose. After surgery, turundas are installed in the nostrils. The recovery period takes 7–14 days.
Redness and peeling on the wings of the nose
The anxiety that reddened and flaky wings of the nose cause is comparable only to a natural disaster. Indeed, one has to forget about the beauty of appearance, since no amount of makeup can hide the flaking scales and untidy redness around the nose. But inflammation on the wings of the nose also causes unpleasant itching, at times intensifies and does not want to disappear. Why does this disaster appear on the face? And what to do if the wings of the nose turn red and peel?
Why do the wings of the nose peel?
The causes of redness and flaking of the nose can be quite simple and distinct. Let's say your runny nose worsened or inflammation of the nasal mucosa occurred, and the wings of your nose turned red from getting wet and rubbing with a handkerchief. Peeling of the nose can occur due to the wrong soap, which dries out the skin when washing. The wings of the nose often turn red and peel when exposed to strong damp winds, in frosty weather or during abnormal heat.
If the skin around your nose is red and flaky, there could be a lot of reasons for this. 60225
In all of these cases, to treat flaky skin around the nose, regular use of nourishing and moisturizing face creams, taking immune-strengthening drugs and, of course, eliminating the source of skin irritation is quite sufficient.
The cause of redness and peeling of the skin on the wings of the nose can be vitamin deficiency, as well as an allergic reaction to any irritant. That is why, if irritation around the nose does not go away for a long time, seek help from a dermatologist. The doctor will help determine the cause of the allergy and select a multivitamin complex to get rid of annoying flaking of the skin. Don't let the intermittent redness and flaking of the skin around your nose take its course, because untreated allergies can become chronic.
However, there are also more complex types of inflammation, when the cause of redness and peeling of the skin on the wings of the nose can only be determined by an experienced dermatologist, and treatment will take a lot of effort and time.
One of the causes of redness and flaking around the nose may be demodicosis. This disease is caused by the skin tick-borne parasite demodex, which, in fact, is present under the skin in 97% of citizens, but is not activated in everyone. Demodicosis can occur against the background of hormonal shock during pregnancy or puberty, against the background of severe stress or after a serious illness, i.e. when the body's defenses are greatly depleted.
Diagnosing demodicosis is not easy, since the mite can go into the deeper layers of the skin and not appear during the collection of tests. Treatment for this disease can take a very long time, often at least a year. It includes taking antibacterial agents, restoring the protective properties of the skin, strengthening the immune system, and normalizing metabolic disorders. And only a few months after the start of treatment, you will breathe a sigh of relief about the disappearance of itchy red spots on the wings of the nose and the smoothing of flaky skin.
Problems with the skin around the nose can be caused by the fungus Pityrosporum ovale, which causes facial seborrhea, manifested by redness and peeling of the skin of the wings of the nose. The reasons for the activation of the fungus lie, as usual, in the weakening of the immune system, when the body’s defenses are undermined by exacerbation of chronic diseases, nervous overstrain, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, and hormonal disorders. Seborrheic dermatitis on the face is often combined with inflammation of the skin in the eyebrows and scalp.
To clarify the diagnosis, the dermatologist prescribes skin dermatoscopy, blood tests and hormonal studies. Treatment will be long-term, including a hypoallergenic diet, a complex of vitamins and minerals, especially selenium and zinc, antifungal and antibacterial drugs, and if the disease develops into eczema, hormonal ointments may be needed.
To speed up the healing of facial skin and get rid of flaking, cryomassage and exposure to high-frequency currents are used. These cosmetic procedures soothe inflamed skin, improve blood microcirculation, dry out flaking on the wings of the nose, strengthening the epidermis.
How to relieve nasal peeling?
During treatment prescribed by a dermatologist, try not to scrape off the dried scales so as not to damage the sensitive epidermis. When cleaning the affected area of skin, moisten it with a damp swab, remove the soaked scales, and then lubricate the skin with a fat-based moisturizer.
Try to follow a hypoallergenic diet: exclude chocolate, hot and salty seasonings from your diet. Do not expose your face to direct sunlight, which can increase inflammation.
How to mask redness and flaking of the nose?
Inflamed and flaky skin on the wings of the nose is unlikely to look attractive under a thick layer of foundation and powder. On the one hand, pimples deprived of air will become even more inflamed, and on the other hand, loose powder will absorb the released excess sebum and curl into untidy flakes, adding trouble along with flaky skin.
Use a green or yellow-beige color corrector, it will neutralize the redness of the skin around the nose. Apply the corrector directly to the inflamed area and carefully blend the boundaries of the applied corrective agent. To disguise individual pimples, a tinting pencil with antiseptic properties is suitable.
However, do not get carried away with masking the inflamed skin around the nose, but try, without delay, to consult a dermatologist about the causes of redness and peeling of the skin on the wings of the nose, so as not to miss the development of a serious disease.
