Mesotherapy at home - is there a difference between a salon and home procedure?

Representatives of the fair sex, who do not have the opportunity to devote much time to visiting beauty salons, can take care of their skin and maintain its health at home. Mesotherapy will help make the dermis beautiful and elastic - a procedure that has long gained popularity among women around the globe.

Means for meso-sessions must be selected individually. You should pay attention to the type of skin and the problem that needs to be solved. For one session you will need to use very little medicinal product or cocktail. In this regard, you should not save when buying serum for mesotherapy. It’s better to take the highest quality one, because it will still last for a long time.

Cosmetic effect of mesotherapy

Mesotherapy came to cosmetology from medicine. At the very beginning, such procedures were performed on patients who wanted to get rid of varicose veins and other vascular diseases. Over time, doctors noted that the introduction of medicinal compounds into the middle layers of the skin activates metabolic processes, and therefore, this type of procedure leads to rejuvenation.

Mesotherapy is recommended for the following indications:

• rosacea, acne, post-acne;
• pigmentation;
• enlarged pores;
• loss of elasticity;
• photoaging;
• dull, gray skin tone;
• excessive activity of the sebaceous glands;
• sagging cheeks;
• deformation of the oval of the face;
• small wrinkles;
• excessive dryness of the dermis;
• dandruff;
• twitching of facial muscles, spasms.

Also, the mesotherapy procedure can be carried out at the stage of preparing the skin for grinding or peeling and as a recovery after peeling or plastic surgery.

Mesotherapy is not a one-time procedure. To obtain a noticeable and lasting effect, you must complete a full course.

As a result of regular mesotherapy, skin color will improve, it will become more elastic and firm, fine wrinkles will disappear and stretch marks will significantly decrease. With this procedure you can even get rid of the initial stage of cellulite.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantage is the lower cost of the procedure compared to the work of a specialist in a beauty salon. In addition, after mesotherapy is completed, you will not need to travel anywhere, which minimizes the possibility of infection getting into the wounds, which do not heal immediately after the procedure.

The disadvantage is the limited choice of cocktails, the impossibility of using some truly high-quality and effective drugs, since only licensed aesthetic medicine clinics or beauty salons can buy them.

Also, during the first procedures, if you do not have the necessary experience, it will take quite a lot of time to carry out all the manipulations carefully and efficiently.

Mesotherapy at home

To carry out the procedure under discussion at home, you will need not only a high-quality mesoscooter, but also a properly selected serum.

Devices for self-use

For home mesotherapy of the face, décolleté, abdomen and other parts of the body, a fractional apparatus or mesoroller is used. The latter is also called a dermaroller. It looks like a rotating roller, the outer side of which is covered with thin needles. Needles can be made of steel, but are also often made from an alloy of steel and precious metals - gold, silver, platinum. This roller is attached to the handle.

Before buying a device for independent use, it is advisable to visit a cosmetologist for advice on this issue. An experienced specialist will tell you how to choose the best option and what to look for first when purchasing.

The most popular devices:

1. Perfect Photo Portion. This device is one of the most expensive. It is produced in Japan. The main purpose is electroporation and treatment with light radiation. The high cost is quite justified, since the quality and efficiency are at the maximum level.
2. Beauty Iris Gezatone. Much cheaper than the previous option, but not much inferior in efficiency. Designed in France. The roller acts on the skin with electric current, the supply of which can be carried out in several variations.
3. Mezoroller Gezatone m9900. The American mesoscooter is the most popular in the USA. It is relatively inexpensive, but at the same time it makes it possible to carry out electroporation, chromotherapy, mesoporation and electromyostimulation.

For those who do not like complex devices and prefer simpler and more budget-friendly devices, Korean-made options may be suitable. The optimal combination of price, quality and ease of use is present in the Micro Needle Roller System and Mesoderm Eyes E008.

Which meso cocktail to choose?

It is equally important to choose the right medicinal composition that will be used in the process of home mesotherapy. The best option would be to purchase the drug on the recommendations of a professional cosmetologist. Chinese manufacturers often offer for sale kits for such procedures, which include a mesoscooter and mesococktail.

Ready-made serums or concentrates of active substances for subsequent preparation of meso-cocktail can be purchased in specialized clinics or in pharmacies. Among the latter, the most common are:

• hyaluronic, glycolic, thioctic, ascorbic, pyruvic acids;
• elastin, collagen, L-carnitine;
• plant extracts;
• animal extracts;
• dihydroergotamine;
• peptide complexes;
• placentex.

The most popular company producing natural cocktails is Kosmoteros.

In order for the procedure to bring only a favorable result, you should strictly follow the recommendations of your cosmetologist and not mix active ingredients without first thoroughly studying the topic.

A properly prepared facial cocktail can influence the solution of a whole range of problems at the same time:

• a mixture of hyaluronic acid and peptides – smoothing and moisturizing the dermis;
• hyaluronic acid, L-carnitine, bioextracts and seaweed extracts - getting rid of orange peel, smoothing the relief;
• formulations with DMAE - a highly effective procedure that helps strengthen the dermis and remove toxins;
• vitamins, amino acids, arnica extracts, eutrophics - mesotherapy of the scalp and hair.

Stages of the procedure

The procedure for non-injection mesotherapy at home is carried out as follows:

1. Thorough cleansing of the face from cosmetics and impurities.
2. Treating the dermis with an antiseptic and then with an anesthetic agent, for example, lidocaine.
3. Disinfection of the mesoscooter roller. You need to put it in a container filled with alcohol.
4. Apply the cocktail to the skin using a syringe without a needle.
5. Massage your face with a roller: first from the bridge of the nose to the temples, then from the nose to the ears, then from the chin to the earlobes.
6. Perform 10 movements in each of the indicated directions, while lightly pressing on the mesoscooter.
7. When finished, immerse the device in a container of alcohol to disinfect again.
8. Apply a nourishing moisturizing mask with a soothing effect.

The first home session may be slightly uncomfortable, but with each subsequent procedure you will get better and better. Almost everyone can learn how to do skin treatment correctly. It is recommended to first familiarize yourself with photos and video tutorials, and also consult a cosmetologist. He will be able to teach you how to properly apply the meso-cocktail to the skin and how to effectively use the roller itself.

Operating principle

Mesotherapy at home involves the use of active ingredients that penetrate deep into the skin. Ordinary cream is not able to have such an effect on tissue.

Mesotherapy significantly rejuvenates the skin, making it healthier. It also increases the effectiveness of cosmetics that are used after such a procedure.

When conducting a mesotherapy session, special mixtures are used - so-called “cocktails”. Their penetration into the tissue is ensured by the device. A mesoscooter is best suited for home use.

Difference from salon procedure

Home mesotherapy is less effective than that performed in a specialist’s office. However, not as much money is spent on it as on salon procedures. Especially considering that to achieve results, a one-time exposure is not enough - usually you need to take a full course.

The price for the necessary devices and medications is quite affordable. Therefore, almost any woman can afford them.

In addition to cost, there are other differences between home therapy and salon procedures:

1. Tool used. A cosmetologist usually uses a special device or syringe. You can perform the procedure yourself only in a non-injection way - using a mesoscooter . This device is a small roller with thin and short needles. This way, skin piercing does not cause too much pain.
2. Depth of penetration of the drug. Rejuvenating cocktails cannot be delivered to the deeper layers of the skin using a mesoscooter. They act only on the surface of the epithelium.

Result

Of course, a salon procedure will in any case be more effective than a home one. However, you can also achieve very good results on your own. This is confirmed by numerous photographs of women taken before and after such procedures.

To get the expected effect, you need to choose the right tools and do everything right. Self-administered therapy can provide:

• elimination of inflammation, acne, blackheads;
• disappearance of the vascular network;
• clarity of facial contour;
• skin elasticity (wrinkles disappear);
• improvement of complexion.

Consequences and contraindications

The procedure cannot be performed if there are such contraindications:

• pregnancy and lactation;
• active formation of moles;
• diabetes;
• eczema;
• infectious diseases;
• blood diseases - clotting problems;
• the presence of malignant tumors;
• rosacea;
• physical damage to the skin in the treatment area;
• viral pathologies, chronic diseases;
• tendency to form keloid scars.

You need to be prepared for the fact that some unpleasant consequences may occur after the procedure. Most of them pass quickly enough and without third-party intervention:

1. Pain at injection sites. They can be felt more strongly in stressful situations and during critical days.
2. Dry skin, slight burning, itching. This is a normal phenomenon during the healing process of the dermis.
3. Swelling, redness, headache. Gradually goes away on its own.
4. Hematomas and bruises. They usually appear in areas where the skin is particularly thin.
5. Seals. May occur if the device is used for too long.

Cosmetologist's advice for beginners

Experienced cosmetologists advise following a number of recommendations that will help significantly shorten the rehabilitation process:

1. During the course, do not visit the solarium, sauna, bathhouse. Also, put off going to the pool for a while.
2. You cannot go to the gym for 2-3 days after the session.
3. Do not drink alcoholic beverages.
4. For the first days, do not use decorative cosmetics.
5. Do not massage your face and generally try to touch it as little as possible.

A mesoscooter purchased for home use will work for a long time and effectively if you care for it properly. Its needles are as thin as possible and therefore require delicate use.

You must not forget to treat the roller head with alcohol before and immediately after the procedure. The concentration of the latter must be at least 75% in solution. Keep the roller in the liquid for about 20 minutes.

After the final treatment, the mesoscooter needs to be dried and only then put into its case. Store only in a dry place, away from heating devices and moisture.

It is necessary to carefully monitor the integrity of the needles. Do not place the device on a hard surface; it is important to avoid falling or any other active impact on the needles.

Reviews from real people

Yulia, 38 years old, Kazan:

I purchased a mesoscooter from an online store. I use it to tone the face, tighten pores and generally increase elasticity. First I apply the cocktail and then roll it out with a roller. It's only been a month, but the results are already very noticeable. Wrinkles on the forehead and near the lips disappear, the color of the skin evens out, and the face becomes fresher. An excellent option for achieving a salon effect, but cheaper and more comfortable.

Anastasia, 41 years old, Ekaterinburg:

I bought several different rollers for mesotherapy. I wanted to remove wrinkles in the corners of my mouth and forehead this way. My skin is of normal type, but for some reason, after every use, my face gets terrible inflammation and rashes. I always sterilize the device and soak it in alcohol for 20-30 minutes. I am very upset and will not resort to this procedure again. The skin has become even worse, as it has become rough and very dry.

Maria, 29 years old, Sochi:

My cosmetologist told me about the dermaroller. It became interesting, and after a couple of months I finally bought it. In general, I have normal skin, but I have a very unpleasant problem in the form of pigmentation. After several home sessions, the spots actually lightened, but have not completely disappeared yet. I will continue.

Recommendations from cosmetologists

After mesotherapy, you need to take care of the skin and care for it so that it recovers faster. Experts recommend using fabric protection products for several days.

For approximately a week after therapy, you cannot exercise, go to the sauna, bathhouse, swimming pool, or solarium. For seven days, do not apply decorative cosmetics or remove hair in the places where the mesoscooter was used.

In addition, drinking alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Staying in the sun for too long is also undesirable.

Answers on questions

How to do mesotherapy for yourself if you are very afraid of pain?

The procedure is really not a pleasant one, because you have to endure needle injections into the skin, but it is still not as painful as it might seem. If the pain threshold is low, then it is recommended to use lidocaine or other drugs with an analgesic effect, thus easing your sensations.

What can replace mesotherapy?

Many women use alginate masks, which are an excellent substitute for mesotherapy. They are developed based on alginic acid, which is extracted from algae. The product can give a lifting effect, as well as moisturize and nourish the skin.

How many treatment sessions are required?

A course of home mesotherapy can consist of 5-10 sessions. The interval between procedures is 7-14 days. When the desired result is achieved, you will need to use the roller approximately once a month as maintenance therapy.

How much does a mesoscooter cost?

The average price of such a device today is 1,500 rubles.

Are there any contraindications to

Mesotherapy solves diverse problems, eliminates minor and serious problems, but home mesotherapy will not be an assistant for everyone. Many people do not listen to contraindications, which is why they later pay with side effects or worsening existing problems.

Experts recommend refusing such an anti-aging procedure if at least one of the following factors is present:

• pregnancy, lactation period;
• herpes;
• infectious skin diseases;
• allergy;
• diabetes;
• fungus;
• epilepsy;
• bleeding disorders;
• ulcers;
• violation of skin integrity;
• cholelithiasis.

Note! Mesotherapy of the scalp at home is not carried out during menstruation, during exacerbation of chronic diseases, and is contraindicated for minors.

What drugs are suitable

For mesotherapy, 2 options of drugs are used:

1. Concentrates. To eliminate wrinkles, a concentrate of hyaluronic acid is used, ascorbic acid is used to whiten the skin and fight age spots, and collagen and elastane are used to give the skin elasticity.
2. Meso cocktails. In order to even out and moisturize the skin, a symbiosis of peptides and hyaluronic acid is suitable. For a noticeable lifting effect, a combination of seaweed extract with hyaluronic acid, L-carnitine and other biocomponents is suitable.

Each remedy is prescribed individually. As a rule, 4–5 sessions are performed every 7 days, then the interval between procedures is increased to 14 days, and after a month mesotherapy is performed only 1 time per period.

Effect of drugs:

• Vitamin B normalizes tone and eliminates allergies;
• vitamin C smoothes wrinkles;
• glycolic acid is aimed at producing collagen, fighting acne and wrinkles;
• hyaluronic acid improves hydration and makes the skin elastic;
• organic silicon has protective properties, creating a barrier to the penetration of free radicals;
• DMAE suspension makes the skin tightened and protected;
• X-AND gel stimulates collagen production;
• Glutathione peptide normalizes metabolism at the cellular level.

Comparison of mesotherapy with other procedures

Let's compare mesotherapy with two popular techniques - biorevitalization

and
plasma lifting
.

What is better, mesotherapy or plasma lifting?

The essence of plasmolifting is the same meso-injections into the skin. However, it is not mesococktails that are administered, but the patient’s own blood plasma enriched with platelets. It is obtained by centrifugation, after taking 9-36 ml of blood from a person, depending on the purpose of the procedure.

Unlike mesotherapy, plasma lifting does not cause allergies, because your own plasma is 100% biocompatible. Thanks to such injections, restoration and metabolic processes in tissues are accelerated, cells are renewed faster. The skin becomes more elastic, moisturized, tightened, and the severity of pigmentation and wrinkles decreases.

Plasmolifting is also performed for the face and body, but it improves the skin not cosmetically, but by restoring its structure. At the systemic level, the processes occurring in the skin are normalized, all its layers are restored. Not just a visual effect is achieved, but the youth and health of the skin is restored, thanks to the growth factors contained in platelets.

It is difficult to answer unequivocally which is better. The main indication for plasma lifting is the tendency to allergic reactions that can occur when using mesotherapy.

The difference between mesotherapy and biorevitalization

Biorevitalization and mesotherapy are similar, but there are several differences between them:

• During mesotherapy, liquid meso-cocktails are introduced, and during biorevitalization, gel-like thick substances are introduced;
• Biorevitalization is aimed more at prevention than eliminating serious problems;
• The effect of mesotherapy is almost instantaneous, while that of biorevitalization is delayed; time must pass until natural processes start in the dermis;
• The effect of the drug administered during biorevitalization lasts twice as long.

What problems can mesotherapy help cope with?

This technique is effective against the following aesthetic problems:

• Cellulite.
  Mesococktails eliminate local fat deposits and even out the skin texture, while tightening it. Therefore, the “orange peel” completely disappears.
• Pimples.
  Some meso-cocktails contain antibacterial components specifically for fighting acne. They kill bacteria that cause the defect, and the injections themselves trigger regeneration processes. The skin becomes healthy and fresh.
• Scarring.
  Mesococktails purposefully smooth out scars, stimulate tissue regeneration and metabolic processes. The best results are in the early stages of scarring.
• Baldness and hair loss.
  Mesotherapy normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands of the scalp, activates hair growth, and strengthens hair follicles. Therefore, it helps not only with hair loss, but also with baldness. However, in the latter case, it is important that the hair follicles are preserved. For hormonal baldness in men, mesotherapy is ineffective.
• Stretch marks.
  Mesotherapy is one of the most effective procedures against stretch marks. It stimulates tissue regeneration and metabolic processes, as a result of which the skin in the affected area is renewed and stretch marks disappear.
• Dark circles and bags under the eyes.
  Mesotherapy normalizes lymph flow, eliminates local fat deposits, tightens the skin, which allows you to effectively combat bags under the eyes. And its ability to restore normal skin color helps eliminate dark circles.
• Dark spots.
  They are eliminated due to the presence of substances in the mesococktails that destroy melanin. After just 2-3 procedures, pigmentation becomes lighter.
• Wrinkles.
  Mesotherapy is the most common and gentle technique that allows you to eliminate wrinkles, including facial wrinkles, purse-string wrinkles, crow's feet, and wrinkles that begin on the forehead.