What is youth vaccine, how does it affect the skin?
The youth vaccine, which has been very popular in recent years, is injected with very small and thin needles called mesotherapy needles. It is not a real vaccine. It works by stimulating the skin’s self-repairing, moisture and elasticity providing, tightening cells to work. Thus, 2-5 days after the application, the skin provides vitality, brightness, wrinkle reduction and tightness.
When is the youth vaccinate applied?
Youth vaccine can be applied especially to the problematic areas. It can also be used as a complementary application to other treatments on skin damaged by alcohol, smoking, acne, sun rays, and solarium. It has been used in Europe and America for more than five years and very satisfactory results have been obtained.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid in the youth vaccine is one of the most important building blocks of the body. It is especially found in blood vessels, internal organs, skin, and joints. Hyaluronic acid is the main building material of connective tissue and is the substance that gives the skin its vitality, brightness, moisture, and firmness. After the ages of 25-30s, with the decrease in the amount of hyaluronic acid in the skin, our skin begins to lose its vitality, brightness and elasticity. Hyaluronic acid to be given externally will slow down the aging process.
How does the youth vaccine differ from fillers?
Hyaluronic acid is used in aesthetic procedures, especially for filling. It is the most reliable substance among fillers. The difference of the youth vaccine from fillers is that it does not have cross-links used to prolong the life of fillers. Due to its pure form, it spreads in the dermis, does not create a mass effect, and revitalises the skin with its main task of water retention. It causes a younger and healthier appearance by regressing the aging process of the skin.
What are the benefits of youth vaccine?
It is a safe substance that can be applied to all skin types over 20 years of age, does not cause any reaction other than slight bruising due to injection, and has the same molecular structure as hyaluronic acid in the skin. It has a structure that is frequently applied and has significant effects in solving problems related to dryness on the face, neck, décolleté and hands. The most important area of use is anti-aging applications, and it is both a preventive and complementary anti-aging treatment.
How is the youth vaccine applied?
Youth vaccine applications do not have a standard protocol, it is applied completely according to the treatment protocol that the doctor will create based on the patient’s needs. However, the general application is in the form of 2-3 sessions with an interval of 10-15 days. Since the procedure is performed with needles, the injection is made after applying numbing cream so that the patient does not feel discomfort. After the procedure, mild swelling, redness and rarely bruises can be seen in the application area. This uncomfortable appearance may last 2-3 days. The effect of the youth vaccine begins to show itself in the form of vitality and brightness within 2-5 days. In some cases, especially patients with extremely dry skin may be recommended to use hyaluronic acid tablets orally. After the second day, the amount of moisture in the skin increases and the skin tone becomes healthier.
Are there any side effects of the youth vaccine?
There are no confirmed side effects of the youth vaccine. However, temporary problems such as very slight redness due to injection may be experienced. It is not applied only to people who are hypersensitive to needles (cheap metal allergy / nickel allergy). It is recommended to consume plenty of water after the procedure. Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption, if any, and using sunscreen creams are the main points to be considered.