The Plasma Pen – Is it really a magic wand?
With the decline of cosmetic surgery over recent years, more and more people are turning to more non-invasive procedures, prefering the more subtle looking approach rather than a permanent drastic change. The main aim is a much more natural look rather than the plumped up ‘cat face’ look so the plasma procedures provide a much more softer surgery. With no open wounds, little after care and no down time for recovery. The effects are also more long standing than botox and fillers.
The revolutionary Plasma Pen emerged on to the market; a magic wand that emits nitrogen gas to manipulate both the epidermal and dermal tissue to dramatically change the appearance. Because the gas is made up of ionised and positively charged molecules, electrostatic interactions can occur, hence changing the skins architecture and leaving you with younger looking skin.
The Plasma Pen is kept directly above the area that is being treated. Using 0.2mm and 0.4mm nano-tubes, nitrogen gas molecules burst directly in to the area to immediately lift and tighten the skin, leaving you with a much younger appearance and reversing the signs of ageing. There is no damage to the surrounding tissue, as can sometimes be the case with invasive surgeries, and this revolutionary treatment enables rapid healing time.
The Plasma Pen can be used for a variety of treatments to include face lift, jowl lift, acne scarring, cellulite, liver spots, skin tags, eyebrow lift, crows feet, skin sagging and more. With more of us wanting to make a few tweaks to halt the signs of ageing, these non-invasive procedures provide stunning results without having to go under the knife. You are returning your cells to their original state, not cutting them away completely. It is a process of rejuvenation and regeneration with results lasting between 3-5 years, rather than regularly plumping your face full of fillers and chemicals.
Just because this procedure does not involve a scalpel, stitches and weeks of recovery, the Plasma Pen procedures still require a consultation process and will be treated like any other surgery. You will discuss everything at length with your consultant about how the procedure takes place and what it entails and as with all surgeries, you still have to take note of the before and after care. It is also very important to disclose any ongoing health issues as this may impact the procedure.
The procedure itself is pretty painless and you will have an anesthetic cream applied to the area, and then the Plasma Pens works in small sections on the skin using electric charge, which directly shrinks the skin. Once the procedure has ended, you might experience signs of swelling and inflammation so it is advisable to apply ice packs and sleep in an elevated position to decrease this swelling. You should not cleanse or wear any make up for up to 7 days, keep out of the sun and consider other factors that will be highlighted to you.
You will have to make sure you avoid any tanning, skin peels or facial acids, and refrain from botox or fillers or microneedling for at least 14-21 days before and after your treatment. You will have an extensive list of before and after care so it is important to take note of these in order to optimise your results. It is also incredibly important to research your practicitioners for their qualifications and expertise and for their reviews. Meet with them in person before you decide.
The Plasma Pen truly is a magic wand because for most of us, we cannot afford the cost of invasive surgery, mixed in with the recovery time needed when we have family and jobs, as well as the irreversible damage caused if surgery does not give you the desired outcome.
So what’s so magic? There isn’t even a hint of blood, some people can go back to work the same day, you are reversing your cells and not getting rid of them completely with a knife, the results are stunning, a quarter of the cost and the effects can last for 3-5 years. I’d say that’s magic.
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