Swelling under the eyes after biorevitalization - what to do

What is edema

As a matter of fact, swelling on the face can appear without any anti-aging procedures.
At least once in their life, everyone woke up with bags under their eyes and very rounded cheekbones. Usually by the middle of the day everything goes away, and the oval of the face becomes clear again. Edema is a subcutaneous accumulation of fluid. Or rather, lymph, which performs several important functions in the body. Normally, it flows through its vascular system, supplies certain nutrients to cells, protects tissues from pathogenic microorganisms and takes away metabolic products.

But there are situations when, for some external or internal reasons, more lymph is produced. Or its normal circulation is disrupted. Then subcutaneous swelling appears, which is called edema.

Biorevitalization procedure

The meaning of biorevitalization is to “revitalize” the skin with preparations based on hyaluronic acid. It is even included in the very name of the procedure. But to achieve the desired result, you need to help the molecules overcome the hydrolipid barrier. Because of their size, they cannot do this on their own, which is why masks and creams with hyaluronic acid give such a short-lived effect.

Therefore, specially developed drugs are injected under the skin with a thin needle or “pushed” using hardware procedures (laser, ultrasound or microcurrents).

Once at its destination, the hyaluronic acid begins to attract water molecules, which it subsequently releases little by little to the cells. This achieves the effect of deep and long-lasting skin hydration.

In addition, as a result of the procedure:

• improves complexion;
• immunity increases;
• subcutaneous blood circulation increases;
• capillaries are strengthened;
• collagen production accelerates;
• cell regeneration is activated.

These positive changes lead to the smoothing of fine wrinkles, restoration of soft tissue volume, increased skin turgor, and the disappearance of shallow pigmentation and acne marks.

What is biorevitalization

After the age of 25, regeneration processes in the body are noticeably inhibited - this concerns the synthesis of elastin, collagen, and the processes of production of hyaluronic acid. A decrease in the amount of these substances in the skin negatively affects its condition and is the main cause of dryness, the appearance of wrinkles, folds, gravitational sagging, and the development of atonic skin. If you start injections with hyaluronic acid preparations in a timely manner, the dermis can be restored much faster, as well as rejuvenation processes can be activated.

For biorevitalization in the eye area, crossed or cross-linked HA can be used.

The active substance used in anti-aging cocktails is not absorbed into cells in a short time, but is retained. One molecule of CG is capable of attracting about 500 molecules of moisture - this results in a fairly large water reserve. The skin is moisturized, its water balance is normalized, the volume deficit of soft tissues increases, and deep and fine wrinkles are smoothed out. The procedure is effective at almost any age - both at 30 and after 45. It is especially indicated in cases where it is necessary to strengthen the frame and activate zonal metabolism.

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Causes of edema

Of course, swelling occurs for a reason. And they can be external or internal. And sometimes both work simultaneously, and then the swelling is so strong that the eyes become like narrow slits or large zygomatic swelling appears.

The sooner the causes of such pathological swelling are identified, the easier it is to get rid of it.

External

There are usually only two external reasons: the unprofessionalism of the cosmetologist or the carelessness of the patient himself, who did not listen to his recommendations. Medical errors include the following:

• ignoring existing contraindications - this happens rarely, since no one wants to take risks;
• drug overdose - this happens more often, especially if the doctor has little experience or the doctor uses a new drug;
• incorrect administration - injections must be done to a certain depth so that the hyaluronic acid reaches the desired areas;
• uneven distribution of the drug - happens when the density of injections is not the same.

In case of an overdose, the swelling can be very severe and may not go away for up to two weeks. And then, most likely, you will have to inject a splitting substance - hyaluronidase. It will quickly solve the problem, but the result of the procedure will be almost completely eliminated.

Domestic

Also, severe swelling under the eyes and not only can be caused after the procedure by the individual characteristics of the body. Most often they are caused by:

• tendency to allergies - then they are accompanied by redness, rashes, itching, etc.;
• kidney problems - they can make themselves felt after the procedure;
• alcohol abuse – if alcohol was taken regularly, it will take more than a day to eliminate it and you will have to stop drinking at least a week before the procedure.

In these cases, dealing with swelling will be especially difficult. But, nevertheless, if you wish, you can still get rid of them in a couple of days.

An experienced doctor can determine in advance the patient’s tendency to swelling, and then he uses gentle biorevitalization methods. For example, linear, in which one puncture is made with a long needle, and then the drug is gradually released as it is withdrawn. This is especially effective in correcting facial wrinkles.

Possible side effects after the procedure

As a rule, biorevitalization is well tolerated. Side effects in the form of bruises and swelling appear for the following reasons:

1. The cosmetologist did not take into account individual contraindications.
2. The scheme for introducing the drug under the skin was implemented incorrectly.
3. The wrong filler was used (there are many products on the market, they all have a specific list of indications and contraindications).

To minimize the risks of anti-beauty manifestations, carefully approach the issue of choosing a specialist, find out everything about his experience and availability of training certificates. If you know about your individual tendency to allergic reactions, it would be better to take allergy tests for sensitivity to certain substances. Before administering the drug, ask your cosmetologist to show you the packaging - it must be new, packaged, and contain basic certificates of conformity.

How to get rid

There are several ways to easily remove bags and swelling under the eyes after biorevitalization. But not all of them are harmless, and some have a negative impact on the results of the procedure. Therefore, when choosing a product, you need to carefully weigh the pros and cons.

Drugs

The easiest way is to use pharmaceutical drugs. The most popular method among people is to take a diuretic. And the most useless in this case. Moreover, this option is completely unacceptable, as it provokes dehydration. And the task of hyaluronic acid is diametrically opposite. Therefore, it is better to forget about such tablets. Moreover, they wash calcium out of the body and disrupt the electrolyte balance.

Gels and ointments are safe and effective:

Remember that if your face is swollen after biorevitalization, applying warming ointments, especially under the eyes (Finalgon, Nicoflex, Betanicomelon), is strictly prohibited.

Folk remedies

But often patients prefer to use folk remedies. And this is also a good option. Moreover, many of them are simple, effective, and cost mere pennies:

1. Ice. Just not from running water, which can contain various infections! Suitable tea, decoctions of medicinal herbs (chamomile, calendula, St. John's wort, eucalyptus, etc.), non-carbonated mineral water or, in extreme cases, boiled water. You can wipe the swelling with ice cubes up to 5-6 times a day. But you can’t keep it in front of your eyes!
2. Lotions. The simplest option is tea bags. It can be anything, but natural, without pieces of fruit and any chemical additives. The tea leaves can be used for their intended purpose, and the cooled tea bags can be placed on closed eyelids for 10-15 minutes. The result will please you.
3. Potato. Or rather, potato juice. But the laziest ones may not prepare it, but simply put two freshly cut potato rounds over their eyes. But if you don’t have time to lie with them, you can squeeze out the juice and wipe your face with it 2-3 times a day.

It is also advisable to monitor your diet. It cannot contain a lot of salt, too spicy dishes, large amounts of meat and fish.

The total volume of liquid consumed is from 1.5 to 2.5 liters. It should not be small, since hyaluronic acid requires water, but not too much, so as not to overload the kidneys.

Massages and treatments

But this method of combating swelling after biorevitalization is categorically not recommended. It will, of course, give results, and quite quickly. But it is not in vain that these types of effects are included in the list of what should not be done after the procedure.

Any stimulation of blood flow (and with it lymph flow) leads to the fact that hyaluronic acid injected under the skin is distributed more quickly throughout the body and is more quickly absorbed. Massage and electrical procedures within two weeks after biorevitalization will shorten their duration from several months to 4-6 weeks. And, given the considerable cost of injections, this is bad news.

How quickly they pass

Normally, bruises after injections are small and disappear within a few days. It’s time to start sounding the alarm if they persist for a week or more. Therefore, if you underwent the procedure yesterday, and today you saw a reflection in the mirror that does not please you, do not rush to get upset - perhaps the problem will go away on its own and quickly enough. You will find interesting information about the causes of swelling after the procedure in this video.

The cosmetologist says that such manifestations are the norm, the question is the severity of the symptoms and its duration.

Prevention

Some puffiness and swelling of the face always remains after biorevitalization, even after a non-invasive procedure. This is caused by the fact that hyaluronic acid draws up water and needs time to be evenly distributed under the skin. But normally, such swelling lasts up to two days, and then goes away on its own.

In order not to provoke severe and/or prolonged swelling, you must follow these recommendations:

• do not touch your face with your hands unnecessarily after the procedure;
• do not use decorative cosmetics;
• do not wash your face with hot water or take baths;
• do not visit the sauna, swimming pool, solarium;
• do not sunbathe or stay in hot places;
• do not engage in active sports.

Although theoretically you can drink alcoholic beverages just a few days after the procedure, cosmetologists recommend extending this ban for at least two weeks. Otherwise, swelling that has already disappeared may reappear.

Is it possible to avoid swelling?

Hyaluronic correction of the eyelid area is in high demand, since the skin around the eyes and the adjacent area first of all begins to suffer from active facial expressions, bad habits, and age-related changes. Swelling occurs quite often, but is small - this is explained by the characteristics of the skin in this area. Their occurrence cannot be completely avoided, since individual reactions are difficult to predict. To minimize risks, follow the rules for caring for the treated area after the procedure, temporarily avoid visiting saunas, steam baths, solariums, and swimming pools. Do not apply any decorative or care cosmetics to the skin in the treatment area.

Summing up

According to patient reviews, after injection biorevitalization, the face will swell in any case, even if the procedure is performed by a top-class specialist. For examples of moderate and pathological edema, look at photos posted on the Internet to understand when to worry.

If the swelling is small, there is no pain or severe redness, it is not necessary to use ointments. It is quite possible to get by with folk remedies or wait until everything resolves naturally. When swelling cannot be resolved for more than a week, or is accompanied by fever, itching and other unpleasant symptoms, it is better to consult with specialists. It is possible that the wounds are infected and require medical attention.