Mesotherapy is a non invasive non surgical technique that uses injections of pharmaceutical preparations, vitamins, enzymes, hormones, and plant extracts to rejuvenate and tighten skin, as well as remove excess fat.
This is a procedure in which the doctor uses injections with very fine needles to deliver enzymes, hormones, and vitamins to your skin to tighten and rejuvenate it. This procedure was first invented in France by Dr. Michel Pistor to help relieve pain caused by medical conditions. However, later, it was used in cosmetic dermatology for fat removal.
The term “meso” means middle. This therapy is called mesotherapy because fine needles are used to deliver injections to the middle layer of your skin. The whole idea of this therapy was to treat the underlying issues, such as inflammation and poor circulation, that cause skin damage.
Mesotherapy is often used for addressing a wide range of skin issues like:pigmentation, skin tightening, cellulite reduction, removal of fine lines and wrinkles, alopecia, Hair fall and fat removal from face, arms, thighs, stomach, hips and legs.
Benefits of Mesotherapy:
- 1. Your Skin Gets A High Concentrate Of Vitamins And Other Ingredients
The high concentration of serums, vitamins, and other nutritious blends of potent ingredients makes your skin feel refreshed and rejuvenated. When done correctly, mesotherapy ensures that the products are delivered to your skin properly. - 2. It Can Be An Alternative To Expensive Surgeries
It can be a part of your anti-aging skin routine and is less invasive than other procedures and plastic surgeries. You do not need to go under the knife to look better. The concentrated serums are delivered to your skin using needles, and you get natural-looking, healthy skin. Also, there is no downtime. - 3. It Can Address Multiple Skin Needs
Whether you are looking for an anti-aging solution or want to boost the radiance of your skin, you will get customized ingredients for your skin. The skin gets an energy boost, and you can see visible results right after the first session.
- 4. It Brightens Your Skin
Depending on the ingredients, mesotherapy can address skin issues, such as age spots, pigmentation, and melasma. It can brighten up your face and even out your skin tone. - 5. It Keeps Your Skin Hydrated
Mesotherapy can also help in boosting the skin’s moisture content and make it appear plump, firm, and healthy.
Mesotherapy is not a complicated process. However, you need to go for an initial consultation with your dermatologist and discuss your concerns. He/she is the best person to understand the needs of your skin and the type of ingredients it might need.
Depending on the intensity of your treatment and the ingredients used, the number of sessions may vary. Treatments are usually customized. Here is a brief overview of what exactly happens during the procedure.
During The Treatment
- The doctor might apply a topical anesthetic on the areas that are to be treated. This, however, depends on your pain tolerance levels.
- The doctor uses a microneedle to inject the ingredients into the target area. You will receive a series of injections.
- The injections are delivered at different depths of around 1 to 4 millimeters into your skin. This, again, depends on the skin issue you have.
Depending on the skin issue, its intensity, and the effects, you might need several mesotherapy sessions. The doctor can tell you exactly how many sessions per week you might need to get the desired results.
Side effects of Mesotherapy:
Some of the common side effects include:
- Edema (swelling caused by injury or inflammation)
- Erythema (redness of the skin)
- Itching
- Mild pain (on the treated area)
- Skin hyperesthesia (increase in skin sensitivity)
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Tender subcutaneous nodules in the treated area
- Pigmentation issues
- Hypersensitive skin reactions (rashes etc.)
You might even develop allergic reactions to some medicines and ingredients that are used in mesotherapy. Hence, it is crucial to find out whether you are allergic to the ingredients or not.
