Carrying out an ultrasonic facial cleansing procedure for acne

What is ultrasonic facial cleansing

Ultrasonic peeling is a hardware cleansing of the skin using high-frequency ultrasonic waves.
Ultrasound is also used to treat the neck, décolleté, and back. The procedure is carried out with a special device - an ultrasonic emitter-scrubber. The device is adjusted to the required frequency and waves are applied to the skin, moving along its surface. The emitted ultrasound waves in turn cause high-frequency vibrations in the surface layers, which contribute to the mechanical separation of keratinized old cells and impurities from working living cells.

The ultrasound power is adjusted so that the short wave cannot cause any damage to living cells. It penetrates 0.2 mm deep. Therefore, compared to other methods of facial cleansing (mechanical, vacuum), ultrasound peeling is non-traumatic.

Ultrasonic cleaning has the following effects:

Mechanical. Special equipment for professional ultrasonic peeling produces ultrashort waves, which, penetrating into the tissue, produce light and gentle microvibration of the epidermis of the skin - a kind of micromassage. As a result of this effect, in addition to cleansing, the oval contour is tightened and the elasticity of the skin increases.
Thermal. At the site of exposure to ultrasonic waves, the temperature of the skin increases. Thanks to this, the mouths of the hair follicles and the pores of the skin expand, which allows them to be cleaned much more effectively.
Physico-chemical. When carrying out the ultrasonic skin peeling procedure, cosmetologists use special nourishing creams, masks, and scrubs. Thanks to this, the skin is additionally saturated with vitamins and moisturized. The level of its resistance to the effects of adverse environmental factors, lifestyle, unhealthy diet, etc. increases. In addition, the speed of regeneration and metabolism processes in epidermal cells increases.

The procedure is performed quickly, the subsequent period does not disrupt the usual rhythm of life, but the pronounced effect lasts for a long time.
Ultrasonic peeling can be performed once every 10 days.
In an emergency, you can do it 3 times every 3 days, but then after such a powerful effect on the skin, it requires a break of at least six months.

How is ultrasound cleaning done?

First, the skin is cleansed of cosmetics, dust, and sebum with simple cosmetics - milk or cream.
Then the toner is applied. This will help moisturize the skin and prepare it for the procedure.
The actual procedure begins. Ultrasound facial cleansing is performed using a small sensor. After applying a special electrically conductive gel, the cosmetologist moves the sensor over the face, focusing on problem areas.
A light massage is given. Nourishing and moisturizing creams are applied to the skin. By accelerating metabolic processes in tissues, these cosmetics hit the target.

Who is recommended for ultrasonic peeling?

Ultrasonic facial cleansing is recommended for anyone who wants to quickly improve their appearance, exfoliate dead skin cells and cleanse pores of surface impurities.

This procedure should be done in the following cases:

As an alternative to chemical peeling when it is contraindicated, for example, if you are going on vacation in hot countries.
Before mechanical cleansing of the face, this method of cleansing is called combined.
Before important events, when it is necessary for the skin to look beautiful and well-groomed.
After returning from a vacation in the country or in nature, when the condition of the face leaves much to be desired and it is not possible to improve the skin with home remedies.
The procedure is indicated to improve the appearance of aging skin in old age.

As a result of skin cleansing using ultrasound, skin color improves and the likelihood of age spots or acne is reduced.

The effect of ultrasonic cleaning is visible immediately after the session, but will be most noticeable after three days:

the skin surface becomes smooth and clean;
the sebaceous glands and pores are cleansed, and the skin begins to breathe better;
the old stratum corneum is removed and young cells appear;
wrinkles are smoothed out;
cellular metabolism accelerates;
skin tone improves;
cell regeneration is activated.

As a result of exposure, the skin becomes softer, fresher, its hydration improves, swelling is eliminated, and the microrelief is evened out.

Thanks to micromassage of the skin layer at the cellular level, metabolic processes in cells are accelerated, blood supply and lymph circulation are improved.

This is one of the safe and effective ways to treat acne, eliminate blackheads, oily skin, etc. Treatment of stretch marks, shallow scars and scars is achieved due to the flow of blood to the affected areas.

Since the stratum corneum exfoliates and becomes thinner, the penetration of the active components of creams and masks from the surface into the deeper layers improves.

The use of ultrasonic peeling is possible at any age for all skin types. The procedure has an anti-comedogenic antiseptic effect. Under the influence of ultrasound, the cell structure is reconstructed, collagen and elastin begin to be produced more actively, and the cells are saturated with oxygen. Collagen fills and hides wrinkles, and elastin tightens the skin, so it gets rid of sagging and dark circles under the eyes.

Effect after the procedure and rehabilitation period

First of all, ultrasound gives a visible cosmetic effect. After the procedure, the pores are cleared of impurities and excess sebum, and comedones and sebaceous plugs come to the surface. The absence of keratinized particles makes the skin smooth and soft.

As a result of improved microcirculation, healthy color returns and turgor increases.

Thanks to its properties, ultrasound not only cleanses, but also promotes regeneration. Fine wrinkles and small age wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin looks moisturized and nourished. This effect does not disappear soon after the session, since the increased production of fibroblasts will continue for some time (the period varies from person to person).

There are no strict restrictions during the rehabilitation period, but on the day of the procedure it is better to refrain from visiting places with high temperature and humidity: swimming pool, solarium, sauna and bathhouse. In order for the pores to completely recover, it is better not to apply decorative cosmetics for 24 hours. Physical activity is not limited. Care is carried out regularly.

Results of ultrasonic facial cleansing: before and after photos

Contraindications to ultrasonic facial cleansing procedure

The procedure for cleaning facial skin with ultrasound is contraindicated:

in the presence of an acute form of acne (mass of rashes);
if there are fresh lesions or areas of inflammation on the skin;
if enough time has passed after the procedure of deep chemical peeling of the face;
during pregnancy;
in the presence of cardiovascular diseases;
in the presence of any dermatological diseases;
after implantation of “golden threads” into the facial skin;
in case of impaired skin sensitivity in the area of intended exposure;
with inflammation of the facial nerve and neuralgia;
in the presence of tumors, both malignant and benign;
at elevated temperatures;
in the presence of an acute form of infectious diseases.

How is the ultrasonic facial cleansing procedure performed?

The duration of ultrasonic facial cleansing is about 15-20 minutes.

If the service includes the application of a special mask after the skin cleansing procedure, then it can last from 40 minutes to an hour and a half.

Before ultrasonic peeling, it is necessary to clean your face of applied makeup and of dust and dirt. Ultrasound cleaning does not require preliminary steaming, like mechanical cleaning. This avoids the risk of adverse effects on the skin.

To improve the process of passage and impact of ultrasonic waves, the surface of the skin is moistened with a special gel. The cosmetologist moves an ultrasonic scrubber-emitter in the shape of a metal spatula over the skin with smooth movements, holding the device at an angle of 35-45 degrees to the surface.

When processing the wings of the nose, a slight tingling sensation may occur.

The client only feels the touch of the metal; there are no unpleasant sensations during the procedure. Sometimes a slight crackling sound from the device is heard, and a slight vibration may be felt in the area of the cheekbones on the face.

Ultrasound facial cleansing at home

If you are performing ultrasonic facial cleansing at home, you may need to attach a passive electrode bracelet to your wrist, depending on the model of home ultrasonic peeling devices you use. But in this case, before use, you must read the detailed instructions for the device. How many minutes to use it and how exactly to turn it on - all these points should be carefully studied so as not to harm the skin of the face. However, it is still better to entrust this procedure to a cosmetologist in the salon.

Additional procedures for ultrasonic facial cleansing

Often this cleansing procedure is combined with massage and mask application. Therapeutic active substances from creams and masks sink deeper into the epidermis layer after peeling.

Unlike a number of other techniques, ultrasonic facial cleansing removes only a layer of old cells, without in any way injuring new young ones.

The procedure leaves no swelling, no traces of redness, and does not stretch the skin. The only thing is that it dries the skin a little, so after the procedure you need to apply a moisturizing lotion to your face a couple of times a day.

In some cases, a cosmetologist, after assessing the client’s skin condition, may consider that ultrasonic cleansing is not enough to achieve the desired effect, and may suggest supplementing it with ultraphonoresis, which is a complex of micromassage, lymphatic drainage and other cosmetic procedures. After such a complex effect, the facial skin will be better cleansed and saturated with beneficial nutrients and oxygen.

Technique of the procedure

Before ultrasonic cleaning begins, the skin steaming process is not required. Normal skin cleansing and makeup removal are sufficient for the initial stages of ultrasonic cleaning.

The surface of the skin is treated with a liquid to enhance the penetration of ultrasonic waves into the layers of the skin. The radiation is produced by a special device that looks like a steel plate or blade. The specialist moves this device over the surface of the skin using smooth movements.

During the cleaning process there are no unpleasant sensations, you only feel the touch of the steel surface to the skin. And only in areas of the face with bones located close to the surface (zygomatic, superciliary area) a slight vibration is felt.

The duration of ultrasonic peeling is from 15 to 20 minutes. And the total massage time can increase due to the process of lubricating the skin with creams and masks.