Every woman who has reached a certain age, when it is no longer possible to hide it, begins an active struggle with it. Fair sex is losing its former attractiveness and resorting to various methods to influence the wrinkles and pigmentation that have appeared. Women try to restore the elasticity of the skin, muscles and the former face oval. Some buy expensive cosmetic preparations, others do exercise complexes and resort to a procedure such as a face lift, and still others use traditional medical methods.
The right choice is made by those who use the procedures of modern cosmetics offered by specialized clinics and salons.
Let's consider in more detail the methods based on toning the muscles of the face.
Non-surgical methods of toning the muscles of the face
Any surgery is a risk and a serious burden on the body. Any woman can be operated on. However, surgery is not always required to achieve the desired muscle tightening result.
Women can fight time in a more harmless and gentle way. It should be noted that surgery may even be contraindicated in some cases.
You can arrange an oval with the help of beauticians, which will save a lot of money compared to surgery. Hardware facelift is a fairly common procedure.
Lifting is one of the most popular hardware methods in cosmetics. At the moment there are a multitude of directions that will help tighten the face (correct oval, remove excess skin). Let's talk about the most famous.
Cryolifting is a muscle tightening method based on the action of a temperature shock. The procedure is carried out with special devices, the hardware nozzle of which has a temperature of up to -20 ° C. As the skin is affected by a low temperature, the swelling of the face decreases, collagen is produced more quickly, and the activity of the capillaries is stimulated. The maximum effect is achieved during the course (from six to ten procedures).
Ultrasonic SMAS lifting is a muscle tightening method that shows a clear effect immediately after the first session, is fixed in the next three months and the result lasts for up to five years. By using ultrasound waves on the muscles and ligaments (deep layers of the skin on the face, neck), the beautician achieves the desired changes. The clamping mechanism works on the principle of an ultrasonic device. A specialist observes on the monitor in real time how soft tissues are changing and which layer is being influenced by the device.
HF lifting. The essence of this method of muscle tightening is the effect of radio frequency pulses on the skin of the face. During the procedure, the epidermis heats up, causing collagen fibers and muscles to contract. After the fourth session, the changes are obvious: the skin on the face becomes thicker and firmer. Thanks to the cumulative effect after a few months, the result will be even better.
Fractional photothermolysis is a technology for tightening the facial muscles by means of laser correction. Existing collagen is eliminated by irradiation, which awakens epidermal cells and facial muscles and promotes the production of new collagen in a very short time. This activity of the cells gives the skin a pleasant color, and makes it shiny and smooth. At least three procedures are required to achieve the effect.
Acupuncture lifting - acupuncture. This procedure uses special needles that act on biologically active points on the person's face. Using this technique requires certain skills. It is necessary to know the location of the desired points. The facial contour through this muscle tightening becomes clearer through the activation of the muscle fibers.
This method has obvious advantages:
- Safety. Unlike other muscle toning methods, there are practically no side effects and complications.
- The fastest visible result.
- Acupuncture has a positive effect on the body (internal organs, muscles) through the effect on the nerve endings (biologically active points) on the face.
- The method promotes relaxation and has an anti-stress effect.
- You can combine acupuncture lifting with other cosmetic procedures. A longer result is achieved with an integrated approach.
Advantages and disadvantages of the non-surgical face lift
Based on numerous customer reviews, a list of advantages has been established:
- The above methods of toning facial muscles are convenient and painless. No anesthesia required.
- Reducing the risk of complications. Lack of surgical intervention. No scars remain and infection is impossible.
- Compared to surgery, this method does not require any recovery time (rehabilitation) and does not disrupt the normal rhythm of life.
- The possibility of performing procedures all year round, as the top layer of the skin is not disturbed.
- High results are achieved. The facial skin becomes firm and smooth and retains the effect for 1–1, 5 years.
Aside from the advantages, each method has disadvantages that you need to know in order to consider them in a non-surgical face lift.
Proceedings are prohibited in the following cases:
- during the activation of infectious skin lesions (acne, etc. );
- in chronic as well as general diseases in the exacerbation stage;
- in the presence of pacemakers and metal implants;
- in the presence of formations (tumors) in the places of the procedure;
- during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Surgical methods of toning the muscles of the face
The rhytidectomy (circular lift) is an operation to tighten the facial muscles, the task of which is to remove fat, deposits, excess tissue, as well as to remove deep wrinkles (on the face and neck), double chin and nasolabial folds. The result is a noticeable rejuvenation.
It can be deep, shallow, and mixed.
The superficial rhytidectomy consists of three phases:
- A cut is made from the hairline in the temple area, following the visible edge of the auricle, then under the earlobe and back to the edge of the hair behind the ear. If the second chin needs to be removed, another cut is made: on the lower jaw from the inside near the chin.
- It also separates the skin from the underlying tissues. Remove excess muscle and, if necessary, fat cells.
- The last phase is skin tightening. The edges are aligned, seams are applied.
Deep Circular Lifting (SMAS-Lifting) is a method of removing wrinkles with facial contour correction. During the procedure, the tendon and muscle-fascia complexes are displaced at the same time as the superficial rhytidectomy. The result has a long-term effect, but at the same time the recovery time is extended.
Combined rhytidectomy. With this method, the correction is made in different directions due to tissue tension. The superficial and deep circular lifting is complemented by the removal of excess tissue near the outer edge of the masseter muscle.
The operation can take anywhere from two to six hours. It all depends on the type of procedure, the complexity and the desired result. The recovery period usually lasts about three weeks and consists of eliminating the physical exertion. It is forbidden to lift weights or climb inclines. Sleeping on your back is required. It is necessary to limit exposure to the sun and heat (do not take baths, do not visit saunas and baths for about three months).
The result is achieved after 3 months and lasts 5-10 years.
SMAS plastic (Spacelift) is a modern technique for correcting the oval and relief of the face while eliminating wrinkles. During this lift, the muscle tissue is displaced. In contrast to the circular, which only affects the upper layers of the skin, here they act on the deep layers and structures (muscles). After SMAS plastic surgery and a recovery period, the face is given a natural look, the dermis is not stretched, the shape of the eyes and the line of the mouth do not change.
The procedure is similar to a circular lift. The only difference is that after the incision, the doctor shifts the subcutaneous fibromuscular layer, removes excess fatty tissue, and then creates the oval of the face and sutures. At the same time, the skin does not stretch.
The stitches can be removed after 10-12 days. The end result is visible after two months and the effects last for at least 12 or even 15 years.
S-lifting. This procedure is suitable for people who have not yet had any serious age-related changes (muscle deformation), or for a second procedure. It is known as a short-scar or short-flap lift.
It contains the techniques of SMAS lifting. It affects both the top layer of skin and deep tissue structures. The face is tightened, rejuvenated, looks natural and is not mask-like.
This method is the least traumatic. Small seams remain. They are located behind the ear and are not visible to strangers. The procedure is aimed at achieving an even contour of the lower jaw and correcting that part of the face.
Stages of the operation:
- In women, an incision is made behind the tragus of the ear, in men in front.
- The surgeon fixes the soft tissues in the desired position and then sutures the cheekbones to the periosteal tissue.
- Skin flaps are cut out, SMAS lifting is carried out, internal sutures are made.
Advantages of S-lifting:
- A neat little cut that is almost invisible once the sutures are removed.
- The selected method of excising excess tissue minimizes the risk of damage to the facial nerve.
- Short duration of surgery, the use of gentle anesthesia.
- Minimal risk of complications.
- Inexpensive.
- Rapid recovery period.
Disadvantages of S-lifting:
- If there are deep superficial wrinkles it may not be effective.
- Painful sensations when chewing are likely due to the internal seams on the cheekbones.
Check-lifting is a type of operation that eliminates age-related changes in the middle third of the face (pockets under the eyes, deep nasolabial folds, sagging cheeks). Beauticians recommend performing this manipulation in conjunction with blepharoplasty.
This procedure can remove wrinkles and sagging skin. The puffiness disappears from the face.
This method involves making cuts on the skin of the eyelids. It is often chosen as a substitute for rhytidectomy. The recovery period lasts two weeks. The effect lasts for 5-7 years.
Advantages: Operation time 40–90 minutes, facial expressions and facial features are retained, minimal pain syndrome during the recovery phase.
Disadvantages: rare, but complications can still occur.
MAX lifting is a type of S lifting. The main difference is that shortened cuts are made during the operation. Like S-Lifting, the method is based on removing excess skin and lifting the deep structural layers of the face.
Advantages of the method:
- Minimal risk factor for high performance.
- Effective removal of sagging skin in the middle and lower facial areas, smoothing of the nasolabial folds, correction of the oval (angle) between the neck and chin.
- Short rehabilitation phase.
- The suturing method lifts the eyes up to the cheekbones, which visually opens the eyes.
- The facial expression is not disturbed and the person looks natural.
The disadvantages include possible complications from an operation: bruising, inflammation, hematoma, edema.
Injection techniques to tighten the facial muscles
An excellent option that can replace surgery. With this procedure, the effect is achieved as quickly as possible without the durability suffering. There is no recovery period, no strict restrictions. The price is comparable to the cost of the hardware course.
3D filaments - The method is based on the creation of a subcutaneous framework from very thin filaments. The material they are made of dissolves over time. This method eliminates deep wrinkles, smooths the skin and tightens the oval of the face. The entire procedure takes half an hour or an hour and is performed under local anesthesia. The result lasts for up to two years.
Contour plastic is the fact that a special material is injected under the skin - hyaluronic acid. It does not cause rejection and allergic reactions. The substance fills in the areas where deep wrinkles have formed and helps shape the desired facial contour.
Local anesthesia (spray or gel) is sufficient for injections. The method causes practically no pain. The effects last for 12 to 20 months.
Volumetric modeling (soft-lift) is a method that is similar to contour plastic using Swedish technology. The difference is that the injections of the drug are deeper. In the process, the wrinkle cavities are filled, you can return the relief and even edit the shape of the chin, cheekbones and correct asymmetries. The result is often compared to plastic surgery. The effect lasts for a year.
Biorevitalization - the same injections of hyaluronic acid, but with a low molecular weight. Gives the skin a moisturizing and rejuvenating effect, gives a healthy appearance. It is often used between the ages of 25–35, when there are no serious age-related changes, but the first signs of age are already noticeable. The acid lasts about 12 months.
Bio reinforcement. This method uses a gel-like consistency of hyaluronic acid. When injected under the skin, the substance is distributed and creates an additional frame that creates the necessary oval of the face. It is recommended to use this method for people aged 40 to 45 years. The result lasts for a year.
Plasmolifting, PRP method - the name is derived from the technique used in the procedure. When the client is injected under the skin with plasma enriched in platelets, rejuvenation occurs. In the cells of the epidermis, metabolic processes are accelerated and the oxygen supply to the skin begins. Cells regenerate themselves. The skin is given a natural tone, fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed. This procedure has been offered to prevent aging since the age of 25. After 35 years, it is most effective to do these manipulations in combination with other courses, then the result will be as stable and noticeable as possible.
Mesotherapy is the introduction of meso cocktails under the skin. This is a biological composition (hyaluronic acid, vitamins, etc. ) specially selected for the patient, which is formed depending on the problem at hand. It is carried out in 3-4 procedures in order to achieve a good muscle tightening result. It is recommended to do it at the first signs of aging and problems (age spots, acne, etc. ).
Toning the muscles of the face at home
There is an opportunity to correct the oval of the face and even tighten the skin a little at home. To do this, in the initial stages, you can use ordinary cucumber juice that you want to freeze, and then wipe your skin with such an ice cube in the morning. For these purposes, you can use herbal teas (wormwood, chamomile, dandelion leaves).
The technique of temperature contrast (alternating use of cold and warm compresses) and gymnastics to tighten the facial muscles are effective.
Modern cosmetics contain substances that can easily adjust the shape of the face. So, on the shelves, you can see various creams with collagen, protein and amino acids. In addition, they add a large amount of plant extracts and vegetable oils, as well as the well-known vitamins E, A, C. Some formulations contain beeswax, hop estrogens, shade of blue.
With the help of alginate masks and sera, you can get a quick, but not a long-term effect of muscle toning, since they have a similar composition, but a higher concentration.
Exercises for the muscles of the face to tighten the oval at home are widely used. For better results, it is recommended to combine them with massage (you can use a special simulator).
The easiest exercise for tensing the muscles of the face and neck: try to pronounce all the vowels in our alphabet slowly, but only by opening your mouth wide and tensing your muscles a little. Or pinch your lips with your pencil and write the alphabet and numbers in the air.