Facelift sans the dreaded knife
A NON-INVASIVE PROCEDURE LETS YOU HAVE ALL THE BENEFITS OF A SURGICAL FACELIFT WITHOUT THE ATTENDANT INCONVENIENCES
What keeps actress, singer, dancer and all-around megastar JLo looking youthful even at 50?
Well, alongside a killer workout regimen and a strict diet, Lopez relies on a non-invasive facelift – Thermage.
Experts explain why this high-tech treatment is the go-to for those wanting a nonsurgical face and body boost.
“Thermage is a leading non-invasive treatment that helps minimise and eliminate signs of ageing by stimulating collagen growth,” says Dr Chytra V Anand, Celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist and Founder of Kosmoderma Clinics. “It improves the overall appearance of the skin in just a single treatment with results that last for one year or even longer.” It uses radiofrequency technology to heat the deep, collagen-rich layers. “The treatment makes the skin look firmer and younger. Patients may notice an immediate improvement in the treated areas after their Thermage procedure, though further improvements often occur gradually in the weeks and months following treatment,” says Dr Chytra.
HOW IT’S DONE
Thermage skin treatment involves the use of a handheld tool to send heat deep into the skin, targeting the "the sheets" or the middle layers of the dermis. “The heat stimulates collagen production, which, in turn, gives the skin a tighter, more lifted appearance. The downtime is pretty minimal and so are side effects - a little bit of redness post-treatment and manageable pain,” says Dr. Nivedita Dadu, Dermatologist, Founder & Chairman of Dadu Medical Centre. “Thermage treatment can take anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the size, location and condition of the area to be treated.”
NON-SURGICAL LIFT
Recovery is quick too. Thermage is the best anti-ageing treatment. “It is a one-time treatment. There is no discomfort and no aftercare. After the face tightening treatment, it gives you firmer, younger looking skin,” says Dr Nivedita. The procedure also helps reduce acne and acne scars, improves the jawline, smooths wrinkles and forehead lines and reduces jowls. “It can treat undereye bags, hooding, rough texture on the eyelids, wrinkles and fine lines, and other contributors to tired looking eyes. It also helps treat wrinkled, sagging or bulging skin as well as the appearance of cellulite,” adds Dr Nivedita.
SIDE EFFECTS
The most commonly reported side effects are swelling and redness in the treated area. These usually dissipate within a few hours, but could last a few weeks in extreme cases.
Thermage is an extremely safe procedure. There is usually little or no pain involved. Since it is totally nonsurgical and non-invasive, there is basically no recovery time or aftercare involved, other than basic skin maintenance and use of sunscreens as part of the regular skincare regimen. — DR NIVEDITA
Thermage uses radiofrequency technology to heat the deep, collagen-rich layers of the skin. The treatment makes the skin look firmer and younger. Patients may notice an immediate improvement in the treated areas after their Thermage procedure, though further improvements often occur gradually in the weeks and months following treatment — DR CHYTRA