Facial electroporation, what is it? Nuances of the procedure

Over time, the skin on every girl’s face is subject to changes - it loses firmness, elasticity, becomes more sluggish, pigmentation and other problems often appear. You can restore its condition with the help of mesotherapy - a procedure that awakens natural processes in the epidermis and saturates it with useful substances. However, there is a more effective technique that does not violate the integrity of tissues - electroporation of the face.

The essence of the method and principle of operation

Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive procedure that involves repeated puncture of the skin to introduce beneficial substances into it. However, relatively recently, an improved type of technology has appeared that has the same effectiveness, but less pain. Let's figure it out, facial electroporation - what is it?

Electroporation is a method of subcutaneous administration of useful compounds without additional disruption of tissue integrity. The drug penetrates them thanks to electromagnetic pulses, which have a gentle effect on the sensitive surface.

Pros of manipulation

Electroporation is a good analogue of youth injections, since it has many strengths:

the procedure does not cause pain;
the skin is not damaged: there is no swelling, redness, burns, blisters;
the procedure is easy to carry out and widely available;
no need to recover for a long time after exposure;
the results are encouraging.

The procedure has many advantages

What problems does it solve?

Electroporation has a double effect on the treated area: it promotes the penetration of beneficial compounds into the skin structure and awakens natural metabolic processes, which fade over time.

Due to such an effective effect on facial skin, the technique is often used for preventive purposes to prevent temporary changes.

However, there are direct indications for its implementation:

Flabbiness, dullness of the skin;
Enlarged pores;
Acne and post-acne;
Wrinkles;
Pigmentation;
Dark circles under the eyes;
Oily or dry skin.

When performed correctly, electroporation will help you correct a large number of skin problems, visually rejuvenating it.

Types of non-injection mesotherapy

Mesotherapy without punctures is a procedure suitable not only for facial rejuvenation, but also for improving body contours, as well as increasing hair thickness and elasticity.

For this purpose, devices are used that differ in the principle of operation - in how exactly they deliver meso-cocktails under the skin.

Oxygen mesotherapy.
In this case, the skin is treated with oxygen in its pure form, and the medicinal composition penetrates inside under its pressure - the injection method is used.
Cryomesotherapy.
To obtain the desired effect, the skin is exposed to cold and electric waves - they not only increase cell permeability, but also complement the effect of the drugs, strengthening the walls of blood vessels, as well as tightening tissue.
Iontophoresis.
This procedure is carried out using galvanic current.
Laser mesotherapy.
The conductor for the mesococktail is laser radiation, which enhances its effect.
Ultrasonic.
Therapeutic compounds penetrate into the deep layers of the skin using ultrasonic vibrations, which also enhance their effect.
Electroporation (hydromesotherapy).
During this procedure, the beneficial ingredients of meso-cocktails penetrate into tissues under the influence of electromagnetic radiation. These impulses greatly increase cell permeability, so even large molecules (for example, hyaluronic acid) can enter the dermis.
Aquaphoresis.
This technique combines the principles of electrical and laser stimulation, as well as lymphatic drainage. It enhances metabolic processes, normalizes the outflow of fluid and helps get rid of swelling. As a result, the skin becomes more hydrated and elastic.
Mesotherapy with magnetophoresis.
Here, the transporting function for active substances is performed by magnetic waves.

The main advantage of hardware methods is their painlessness and minimal recovery period.

Contraindications

Despite the absolute safety of electroporation, it has contraindications that are important to observe in order to prevent consequences after its implementation.

The following health restrictions are prescribed:

Pregnancy.
Lactation.
Tumors.
Cardiovascular diseases.
Diabetes.
Low blood clotting rate.
Dermatological damage.
Fungal diseases.
Herpes.

Drugs used

The mesococktail used for electroporation is selected by a cosmetologist individually for each client, based on the condition of the skin and the desired result you want to obtain.

However, the components that are included in such compositions are often the same. Let's look at the main ones.

Hyaluronic acid

Promotes skin rejuvenation, makes it moisturized and elastic. Due to this effect, wrinkles and enlarged pores are eliminated.

Hyaluronic acid is one of the main components that are added to meso-cocktails.

DMAE complex

A complex of substances that prevents premature photoaging of the skin and the occurrence of facial wrinkles. Promotes the production of collagen and elastin, the regulation process of which can become dulled with age.

Organic silicon

Organic acids, including silicon, help activate the production of collagen fibers, which eliminate scars, scars and stretch marks on the skin.

Glutathione peptides

Peptides have whitening and cleansing properties, thereby eliminating skin pigmentation, dark circles, and post-acne.

Electroporation (hydromesotherapy) – what is it?❗

Operating principle, pros and cons of electroporation

Electroporation devices are equipped with a conductive tip. This is what is used to treat the area of skin on which the meso cocktail . Under the influence of current, a given frequency and strength, channels (electroporins) with a diameter of less than 0.5 nm open in the epidermis.

Through them, the active components of the drug enter deep into the dermis, right down to the subcutaneous fat. Special proteins take part in the transport of nutrients. Once the current ends, the microchannels close, and beneficial connections continue to work at the cellular level.

The procedure can last from 10 minutes to an hour.

Electroporation stimulates metabolic processes and has a beneficial effect on the synthesis of fibrillar proteins responsible for the elasticity and firmness of the skin - elastin and collagen. It ensures hydration of the skin if hyaluronic acid is used as a preparation.

This substance can be either low-molecular or high-molecular; it is a natural component of epithelial and connective tissue.

For its ability to saturate the skin with moisture through a weak, pulsating electric field, the procedure is otherwise called hydromesotherapy.

Advantages of electroporation:

It is possible to use drugs with different effects.
Noticeable results after the first session.
Comfortable and painless procedure. The impact of electric current is felt as a slight tingling sensation.
The integrity of the skin is not compromised.
There is no risk of infection, burns, or hematoma formation.
There is no recovery period after the procedure.
Good compatibility with other cosmetic procedures.

Electroporation is used in cases where injection mesotherapy is contraindicated: during the two-week recovery period after chemical peeling, during exacerbation of skin diseases, and in cases of blood clotting disorders.

Hydromesotherapy has few disadvantages: this method is not suitable for people with individual tolerance to current, metal implants, and a special device is needed to carry out the procedure.

What problems does electroporation solve?

The technique is used to treat the scalp and hair. Electroporation will help with water imbalance, increased greasiness or dry skin.

It is recommended for hair thinning and baldness, and for restoring the scalp after aggressive chemical treatments.

With its help, they normalize blood circulation and the hydrolipid balance of the skin, accelerate the process of tissue regeneration and hair growth.

Electroporation of the face and body performs the following cosmetic tasks:

Fights “orange peel” and excess weight.
Restores water balance and skin turgor.
Makes the oval of the face clearer.
Protects the skin from environmental influences and has a detoxifying effect.
Normalizes sebum secretion.
Prepares the skin before surgery.
Prevents the appearance of comedones and acne.
Promotes rapid restoration of skin after grinding and deep peeling.
Tightens pores.
Improves complexion.
Reduces the appearance of wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, spider veins, and age spots.

For a lasting result, you need to complete a course of 5-15 procedures. The interval between sessions is from 5 to 10 days. The effect of electroporation lasts for 6-12 months.

To prolong it, you can perform maintenance procedures once every 1.5-2 months.

Contraindications

Diseases of the nervous and cardiovascular system.
Presence of a pacemaker.
Oncology, diabetes mellitus.
Acute infectious diseases.
The period of bearing and feeding a child.
Damaged and inflamed skin.

What drugs are used for hydromesotherapy

Electroporation preparations are selected depending on the aesthetic problem being solved. Anti-cellulite and lipolytic products, as a rule, contain organic silicon, levocarnitine, phosphatidylcholine, and artichoke extract.

Hyaluronic acid is used to restore hydrobalance. Components such as DMAE, X-ADN gel, and ascorbic acid have an antioxidant effect. If there is increased greasiness, treatments with glycolic acid are prescribed.

The peptide glutathione helps remove toxins from tissues.

A huge selection of serums for electroporation is offered by Kosmoteros .

The anti-aging products of the famous cosmetic brand contain hyaluronic acid, marine collagen, soybean, edelweiss, sequoia peptides, raspberry extract, coenzyme Q-10. A whole series of preparations for the skin around the eyes has been developed.

Electroporation with such serums has a lifting effect and eliminates bags. Lightening agents contain vitamin C, revitalizing agents contain shea butter, black caviar extracts, and blue lily peptides.

What devices are used for electroporation?

The multifunctional device Mesoderma (Italy) is equipped with a handpiece for electroporation. Infusion is often used to enrich the skin with hyaluronic acid. The device was developed by the Israeli company VIORA.

Two skincare procedures at once - electroporation and radiofrequency lifting - can be performed with the NV-CR-200 . Another device from NOVA, the NV-E6 microcurrent combine, combines six types of influences.

Gezatone massagers are more suitable for home electroporation.

So, currents help deliver nutrients to the skin. Unlike mesotherapy, electroporation is safer and less traumatic.

The effect of the hardware procedure occurs immediately, but for a lasting result, on average, 10 sessions are required. Preparations for electroporation include lipolytics, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and peptides.

To carry out the procedure, there are both professional and home models of devices.

You can view the prices and select cosmetology devices in the section: “Cosmetology devices”.

Technique

The procedure always begins with a consultation with a cosmetologist. Here, the specialist identifies problem areas on the face, examines the area being treated, and also selects a meso-cocktail that will be effective in this case.

Then the preparation of the skin for the procedure begins. It is cleaned of cosmetics and contaminants and treated with a disinfectant solution of Chlorhexidine. An anesthetic is not used during electroporation, since the effect of electromagnetic pulses does not cause pain to the girl.

Then the procedure itself begins:

A pre-selected meso cocktail is applied to the skin in a thick layer.
The cosmetologist begins to massage the surface with an electrode, from which electromagnetic pulses emanate. At this time, the beneficial composition penetrates the structure of the skin, saturating it.
At the end of the work, the skin is cleaned of drug residues and re-treated with a disinfectant solution.
A soothing lotion is applied to the surface to be treated.

Typically, one electroporation session takes no more than twenty minutes, since the emitted electromagnetic pulses have a fairly high power and frequency, which facilitates the rapid penetration of useful components.

At the end of the session, the cosmetologist also prescribes recommendations for the girl on how to care for the treated area, which will help increase the efficiency of electroporation and prevent side effects.

Some nuances

Based on the fact that the procedure does not require injections, electroporation is a non-injection method of rejuvenation. It follows from this that the client will not suffer from swelling and bruises, infectious agents will not get under the skin, and it will not become inflamed. The impact does not cause any pain and does not require further rehabilitation.

You can carry out the procedure at home; you don’t need any special skills for this. Just discussing this possibility with a cosmetologist is enough.

Mandatory consultation with a specialist is required

The effect will be visible immediately after electroporation is completed. The optimal course includes about ten procedures, one per week. For lip skin, four procedures are enough to eliminate dryness and flaking. One exposure lasts half an hour.

Important ! Before manipulation, it is recommended to perform peeling using ultrasound. Modern equipment is usually produced with such an attachment.

Peeling before the procedure is required

Result of the procedure

Like conventional mesotherapy, electroporation requires a whole course of sessions to obtain the desired result. This is due to the gentle effect on tissue and the cumulative effect of the procedure.

Typically, a girl has to undergo up to 10-15 sessions in a salon to eliminate pigmentation, wrinkles, sagging skin or other problems.

However, if you decide to perform the procedure for preventive purposes to maintain healthy facial skin, up to 5 sessions will be enough for you.

The result of electroporation usually lasts up to a year, then the mesococktail completely leaves the structure of the epidermis. However, with regular visits to the salon, you can constantly maintain healthy and youthful skin.

Mesotherapy devices

The composition of individual cocktails, as well as the methodology, is chosen by the doctor based on the problems that need to be solved. Of course, it is also important which devices will be used to administer the medicinal serums.

The following options are available on the market today and are considered reliable:

Young-In Oxygen Peel 028.

With its help, the skin is treated contactlessly using water and oxygen.

Young-In Hydro 013.

This compact device allows you to achieve a tightening effect through current pulses that stimulate cell activity. It is also used to enhance the activity of hair follicles.

Gezatone M 9900.

Effective due to the principles of myostimulation and electrophoresis. Suitable even for home use.

Beauty Iris Gezatone.

Designed for iontophoresis - conducts active substances into the skin due to galvanic current. Tones and accelerates lymphatic drainage.

Vivax CryoP.

Used for cryomesotherapy - it works due to the local effect of low temperatures.

Advantages, disadvantages and possible complications

Electroporation appeared not so long ago, which is why it is now less common than types of mesotherapy that involve invasive penetration of a needle into the skin structure.

Let's consider the positive aspects of the technique:

Safety. Safe, non-toxic compounds are used for it;
Preserving skin integrity. Due to this, there are practically no side effects or consequences after the session;
Awakening natural processes in the skin;
Cumulative effect;
Long-term retention of results (up to a year);
Painless;
Elimination of many problems and rejuvenation of the skin.

Among the disadvantages of the technology, one can note the rather high price and the need to undergo a course of sessions to obtain the desired result. Most often, a girl has to undergo up to 10-15 visits to cosmetology.

As a rule, there are no consequences after electroporation, the only thing is that sensitive skin may react to electromagnetic pulses. It manifests itself in the form of redness and slight swelling, and goes away after 1-3 days, without causing discomfort to the girl.

Negative consequences can only arise if contraindications for health reasons are not observed, as well as an allergic reaction to the meso-cocktail used.

The essence of the technique

Electroporation is a variant of mesotherapy, carried out using special devices, without any injections. In this case, the needle is replaced by an electric current. The inventors of the method are Roderick MacKinnon and Peter Egre, who were awarded the Nobel Prize.

Electroporation is a kind of mesotherapy, but without needles

As you know, over time, the supply of substances necessary for cell life decreases, and they are not able to get to the cell for various reasons - the molecular weight of the substances is quite large, and the ion channels are not large enough.

Thanks to the research of these two scientists, the patterns of interactions between the cell and the environment became clear. The cell membrane selectively allows various substances to pass through, designed to ensure the functioning of the cell and protection from external influences.

Research by two scientists has revealed information about the interaction between cells and the environment around them

Microscopic currents “open” ion channels during the procedure. Special transport proteins located in these channels interact with the injected substances, moving them deeper into the skin.

Important ! At the end of the action, the channels close and the substances begin to “work.”

Current helps transport essential substances

Pros of the procedure.

Reaching the deep layers of the skin without injections - the painless influence of the current allows the penetration of active substances.
There is no need to recover for a long time - the results are noticeable immediately after the event, and the skin itself remains intact, without any changes.
There are no restrictions on the time of year - you can do electroporation even in summer.

This procedure has its advantages