Not Just Rejuvenation: The Dangers of Popular Cosmetic Procedures

Advertising promises quick rejuvenation effects without consequences, but even popular cosmetic procedures can carry serious risks.

Plastic surgeon Alexander Bebikh noted that safety directly depends on the qualifications of the specialist and the individual characteristics of the patient.

Why It’s Important to Know Not Just the Effect

Even non-surgical procedures remain medical interventions. Their results depend not only on the technology used but also on the correct technique, dosage, and the condition of the patient's skin.

Which Procedures Require Caution

Botox Injections

Purpose of the Procedure: Reducing facial wrinkles and visually rejuvenating the face.

How It Works: The drug is injected into the facial muscles and temporarily blocks the transmission of nerve impulses, reducing their activity and smoothing out wrinkles.

Risks: Incorrect dosage or technique can lead to asymmetry, drooping eyelids, and a "frozen" expression. Individual reactions of the body are also possible.

Chemical Peels

Purpose of the Procedure: Skin renewal, improving its texture, and reducing wrinkles.

How It Works: Acids are applied to the skin, which remove the upper layer of cells and initiate the regeneration process.

Risks: Mistakes can lead to burns, scars, and pigmentation. Self-administered procedures at home are particularly dangerous.

Hardware Techniques

Purpose of the Procedure: Skin tightening, improving facial contours, and increasing elasticity.

How It Works: The impact of radio frequencies, ultrasound, or laser heats the deep layers of the skin and stimulates collagen production.

Risks: Incorrect settings can cause burns and damage to subcutaneous tissues, including the fat layer.

Radiesse Injections

Purpose of the Procedure: Restoring facial volume and smoothing wrinkles.

How It Works: A gel based on calcium hydroxyapatite is injected under the skin, filling the tissues and stimulating collagen production.

Risks: The substance can harden, form lumps, and cause asymmetry, as well as complicate future surgeries.

Thread Lifting

Purpose of the Procedure: Skin tightening and correction of age-related changes.

How It Works: Special threads are inserted under the skin to fix the tissues and create a lifting effect.

Risks: Unevenness, asymmetry, and visible defects can occur with improper thread placement.

How to Reduce the Likelihood of Complications

The key factor in safety is the choice of a qualified specialist and a conscious approach to the procedure.

Before the intervention, it is important to discuss not only the expected results but also the possible risks, as well as to consider the individual characteristics of the body.