FIBROBLAST PLASMA SKIN TIGHTENING
Plasma Skin Tightening is a non-surgical cosmetic enhancement designed to shrink the skin using a sterile, disposable probe.
Fibroblasts are the collagen producing cells in the skin. Fibroblast treatment is performed with a device called a plasma pen, which is used to produce plasma waves. The waves are directed as tiny light spots along the wrinkle lines. The tip of the pen never touches the skin (and the needle like attachment is a sterile, disposable, one-time use product).
The pen is held above the skin and a tiny plasma arc connects the tip of the device to the surface of the skin. Using plasma waves, the old collagen is removed by sublimation (evaporation), and Fibroblasts are stimulated to produce new collagen. The targeted skin contracts and is essentially eliminated without any cutting, which results in the tightening and shrinking of the targeted skin.
This advanced procedure helps to revive natural levels of collagen, hyaluronic acid and fibronectin needed for fresh youthful skin. A series of tiny brown spots are strategically placed to attain the desired result. The skin around the dot tightens instantly, pulling the cells closer together.
How does fibroblast skin tightening work?
The needle-like tip of the Plasma Pen used in the treatment never penetrates skin tissue but causes a controlled superficial burn to restore the skin’s natural elasticity and collagen and results can be seen immediately and continue over the next 6-10 weeks.
Step 1
The arc causes superficial damage to the upper dermal layer of skin and transmits heat to the lower levels of skin.
Step 2
This causes the new skin to generate collagen and elastin fibers that can fade as we age.
Step 3
Collagen generates for the next 6-8 weeks. Result is improved skin texture, wrinkles are reduced and skin is smoother.
The Healing Process
Day 1:
The swelling peaks the day following the treatment. Some clients find it harder to open their eyes as soon as they get up in the morning the first day following the treatment. Gradually, throughout the day the swelling will subside slightly. Discomfort, pain and slight discharge can occur, but this is normal.
Day 2:
The swelling is the same or slightly less than the previous day. Sometimes swelling also spreads to under the eyes even if no plasma aesthetic treatment was carried out on the lower eyelids. This is normal because the upper and lower eyelid communicate and some fluid inside the upper eyelid can spread to the lower eyelid. This undesired swelling of the lower eyelid will subside in a few days. You can apply a cool compress to reduce swelling.
Day 3:
The swelling should start to subside noticeably and the spots where the plasma arc was applied will start turning into scabs. The scabs must not be picked and should fall off on their own accord. The discomfort experienced during day 1-2 should have subsided dramatically. No further pain should be experienced on the third day following the treatment.
Day 4:
No discomfort or pain should be felt 4 days following treatment. Some residual minor swelling under the eyes may still be present.
Day 5:
All swelling should have subsided and some scabs may still be present. The minor swelling under the eyes should be subsiding.
Day 6:
The scabs should be falling off. In most cases, by day 6, people cannot tell whether any aesthetic treatment was performed.
Day 7:
Almost all the scabs should have fallen off. Please use your number 2 cream three times a day. Without the cream your scabs could take longer. If all the scabs have healed, you may start wearing makeup and sunscreen again.
Week 3-4:
The area may still be tender and may be more pink /red than the rest of the area.
Month 2:
Tenderness should subside and the area should fully blend with the surrounding skin tone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Fibroblast treatment work?
A FDA approved device called Plamere Pen, is fitted with a cooper probe (a new and sterile probe per each client), which will transfer energy to the skin by utilizing the voltage in the air between the probe, and the skin, which will generate a plasma carbon crust “dot”. The transfer of energy to the skin takes place only when the probe has a distance of approximately 0.5 mm to the skin, which means it does not come into direct contact with the skin. There is no bleeding involved. The technician places the plasma carbon crust “dots” in a specific pattern depending on what the client is trying to achieve.
How many treatments will I need?
In some cases one treatment is suitable. However, every client’s goal is different and depending on the area of concern, two treatments may be optimal. Re-treating can be safely done at, or, after 8 weeks.
Is the procedure painful?
Numbing cream can be applied to the area for 30 to 45mins. Most of the treatment is virtually painless. There are some areas that can be a little more sensitive than others and it also depends on your pain tolerance. You can experience some mild heat or slight stinging sensation.
Will there be downtime?
The downtime is minimal, about 4 to 5 days of healing. Treatment day is NOT healing day. You can also experience significant swelling in the area treated, particularly in the surrounding eye area. The swelling will diminish over a 3 day period and the carbon crust “dots” that occur are gone between 5-7 days. Once the dots have fallen off, the tissue will be a blush pink for a week or two. Makeup can be worn to even out the skin tone.
When will I see visible results?
The positive effect of the Plasma Fibroblast treatment is instant, but full results will be noticeable at 8 weeks with continuing improvement up to 12 weeks.
How long will the results last?
Results are permanent, but remember we can’t stop the aging process. Depending on the client’s life-style choices, overall health, diet, sun exposure, alcohol consumption, smoking, medication usage, and skincare routine… these all have an effect on the lasting, final results.
Are there any risks or side affects?
Plasma Fibroblast has been shown to be a safe treatment due to its non-invasive nature. However, clients must be very careful not to pick at the carbon crust “dots”, picking will cause possible infection and scarring. No direct sun exposure to the treated area for 2 months. Clients must protect the area with SPF 50+ and wear a hat, mask, and/or sunglasses to prevent hyper-pigmentation.