Stretch marks are a cosmetic defect that many women face. Unsightly stripes appearing on the body have nothing to do with the canon of beauty. After all, each of us would like to have firm and smooth skin. An effective way to get rid of stretch marks is iPixel laser treatments. Let’s learn more about its use.
Why do stretch marks form?
Stretch marks are spindly bands that appear on the skin (usually thighs, buttocks, abdomen and breasts). They most often occur during puberty, pregnancy or in obese people. They can form as a result of mechanical stretching of the skin (rapid weight gain or loss), as a result of hormonal changes taking place, or under the influence of genetic factors.
Treatment of stretch marks
Stretch marks should begin to be treated as soon as they appear on the body. It is then very important to moisturize the skin and massage in circular motions. Unfortunately, such treatments do not work in the more advanced stage of the lesions, in which case laser therapy is the best option.
iPixel laser – help in the fight against stretch marks
Laser stretch mark removal is a safe and effective method to smooth and plump the skin. The specialists at Beauty Skin Clinic say they use the state-of-the-art iPixel laser, which belongs to the Alma Harmony XL PRO technology, for the procedure. The device’s innovation is based on its in-depth yet gentle resurfacing, removing only dead cells without disturbing healthy tissue.
How does the iPixel laser work?
The device works by using a fractional erbium-yag laser at 2940 nm. During the treatment, it creates micro-damage on the skin, which then stimulates cells to renew themselves. The laser can be used on the entire body.
The procedure takes only a few minutes, the patient may feel a mild burning sensation at the time (the skin is also cooled further during the laser).
Effects after treatment
The iPixel laser can reduce or diminish stretch marks. It gives the effect of smoother, tighter and healthier skin. Several treatments are recommended for best results.
Contraindications to performing the procedure
- tanned skin
- vitiligo
- skin diseases
- cancer
- psoriasis
- epilepsy
- pregnancy and breastfeeding
- blood clotting disorders
- diabetes
- tendency to scarring
- hypersensitivity to light
Other applications of the iPixel laser
- skin rejuvenation
- general improvement of skin condition (rebuilding collagen fibers)
- skin hydration
- leveling the first signs of skin aging
- removal of acne scars
- reduction of discolouration
- constriction of sebaceous glands
Laser removal of stretch marks is the only effective method to combat these imperfections. The laser allows stimulation of regenerative processes, cell renewal, and the result is smoother skin. Laser therapy is a way to non-invasively get rid of many imperfections that develop on the body. The iPixel technology, used at Beauty Skin Clinic, is a revolutionary solution that achieves significantly better results than traditional ablative lasers. Treatment of skin lesions in this case is much shorter and less invasive.