How to choose a cocktail for mesotherapy at home

• June 22, 2018
• Care
• Alexandra Kurakina

Beauty salons offer clients a variety of treatments. One of the most popular is mesotherapy. This method was developed in France. It is based on transdermal administration of various medicinal substances in minimal doses. Most often, the procedure is used to rejuvenate the skin. But lately, cocktails for hair mesotherapy have become increasingly popular.

Purpose of application

Mesococktails can be used not only on the face, but also throughout the body, including the head, which significantly increases the range of problem solutions.

With the help of a specially selected composition, it is possible to compensate for the lack of vitamins and minerals and nourish the skin with useful components at the cellular level.

Mesotherapy is indicated in the following cases:

• active hair loss or complete baldness;
• stretch marks, scars, scars;
• cellulite;
• symptoms of “smoker's skin”;
• general unsatisfactory skin condition (excessive oily/dry skin);
• hyperpigmentation;
• regenerative function disorders;
• lymphostasis;
• predisposition to edema;
• dry hair and weakness of hair follicles;
• presence of freckles;
• acne, blackheads, acne;
• post-acne;
• fat deposits;
• skin flap stretching;
• unhealthy complexion;
• wrinkles;
• noticeable on the surface of the vascular network.

Mesotherapy for hair

In the scalp, blood circulation occurs in a very narrow space. The distance between the tendon cap and the dermis does not exceed 4 mm. There are small blood vessels that feed the hair follicle.

Sometimes situations arise when this physiological process is disrupted. The blood supply to the hair follicle deteriorates. Or it turns off the power altogether. Hair becomes dull, becomes brittle and falls out.

Mesotherapy for hair can restore beauty. The composition of cocktails is selected by a cosmetologist in such a way as to solve a specific problem. Small doses of special substances are injected into the scalp. The procedure is carried out using very thin needles that penetrate just a few millimeters into the dermis. Thus, the medicinal substances end up at the follicle and deliver nutrients directly to it.

The procedure may cause discomfort. If a person has a low pain threshold, local anesthesia can be used. The punctures themselves are so small that bleeding is quite rare.

Compositions of drugs

For the procedure, ready-made drugs can be used, or their composition can be selected by a specialist.

The mechanism of action is based on the pharmacological properties of serums and the response of connective tissue to their administration.

The achieved result depends on individual characteristics, including age. The younger the patient, the fewer sessions are needed to solve problems.

Cocktails may contain the following components:

• hyaluronic acid (acts as a powerful “humidifier”, promotes rejuvenation due to the accelerated synthesis of collagen fibers and elastin);
• pyruvic or glycolic acids (restore the natural turgor and elasticity of the dermis);
• minerals, in particular - zinc, chlorine, magnesium (improves fat metabolism, the action is aimed at improving the absorption of vitamins);
• vitamins of groups A, C, B, E, biotin (used to improve metabolism at the cellular level);
• collagen and elastin in their pure form (responsible for rejuvenation);
• extracts of medicinal plants;
• peptides;
• components of the placenta (participate in restoration).

The benefits of cocktail components

Any mesotherapy cocktail for the procedure can contain many ingredients, their number reaches up to 50 types. Often, the effectiveness of mesotherapy of the problem area depends on them.

Mineral

Most often these are silicon or magnesium salts; they have a rejuvenating effect and improve cell nutrition. Salts increase the elasticity of the skin and skin tone, its structure is strengthened.

Often, magnesium and silicon salts are combined with vitamins that enhance the nutrition of the skin and soft tissues.

Vitamin complex

Typically, the procedure with mesotherapy cocktails is recommended to be done in winter or autumn, when the skin of the face is not so exposed to light. At this time, the body no longer has enough vitamins. Added to meso cocktails:

• Vitamin C. Helps whiten freckles and age spots.
• Vitamin E. Helps rejuvenate facial skin.
• Vitamin A. Accelerates the healing of wounds on the face, small pustules and restores the normal functioning of the skin.
• B vitamins. Treats skin diseases.

Cocktails for facial mesotherapy used for the procedure not only have a cosmetic effect, but also improve skin nutrition, promote rejuvenation and treat skin defects.

Acids

The main types of acid used in mesotherapy cocktails are glycolic, pyruvic and polylactic acid.

If mesotherapy is done without injections, then it is used as a peeling. With the classical method, acids irritate the affected area and force the fibers to recover, activating the production of collagen and elastin.

Plant extracts

Preparations for the procedure contain extracts or extracts of medicinal plants. This composition is more natural, but can still cause allergic reactions and side effects. Therefore, the patient must be tested before injections.

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With the help of chamomile, you can eliminate allergic reactions and remove acne. Algae promotes facial skin rejuvenation and relieves irritation. Aloe removes inflammation and has a calming effect. Guarana tones the skin, and green tea extract relieves puffiness and makes the complexion more fresh.

Medicines

Not all patients want injections under the skin not with a natural composition, but with medicines. But according to some doctor’s indications, it is impossible to choose such a composition, because a solution with a different composition will be ineffective.

1. L-carnitine improves metabolism. Its mechanism of action is similar to B vitamins.
2. Thioctic acid. This is a powerful antioxidant with a rejuvenating effect.
3. Dihydroergotamine. The medicine increases blood supply and helps in the treatment of blackheads.

These mesotherapy cocktails may have side effects or complications, but they are highly effective in treating many cosmetic defects and problems.

Animal Ingredients

In their practice, cosmetologists often use solutions with the addition of elastin and collagen, which rejuvenate the skin and have a pronounced lifting effect.

Solutions with added peptides also prevent facial skin from aging, improve metabolic processes, prolong cell life, and promote protein synthesis. Peptides are isolated from muscles, bones, cartilage and blood vessels of animals.

Biotechnological products

Often, manufacturers of mesotherapy solutions use biotechnology products to enrich their composition.

• Hyaluronic acid;
• AND HP;
• Placentex.

Thanks to such a variety of cocktail components, a cosmetologist can choose a solution for any patient’s skin type and indication. Typically, a medicinal product contains from two to fifty ingredients. But before the procedure, trial testing is recommended to eliminate the possibility of allergic reactions.

Cocktails for mesotherapy

Lipolytic. Indicated to solve problems associated with excess weight.

One of the popular products is LipoStop New Formula, which perfectly fights local fat deposits and signs of cellulite. It contains caffeine, organic silicon, phosphatidylcholine, L-carnitine, melilot, rutin.

Contraindications: individual intolerance to the components and hypertension.

Lymphatic drainage. Recommended for those with a predisposition to edema.

F-Magistral (made in Spain) and F-Melirutin are in particular demand. The drugs perfectly drain tissue, accelerate metabolism, protect veins, and eliminate swelling. They have a wider range of contraindications - they are prohibited for use in cases of kidney pathology.

Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):

The products contain silicon ions, the action of which is aimed at breaking down fats and stimulating the growth of connective tissue, which includes collagen.

Trunk. Indicated to accelerate blood circulation, stimulate the removal of excess fluid and toxic substances from the body. The best drugs are considered to be Silikin, Gibilan, Arnica.

Anti-cellulite. Some of the most popular. Presented in almost every brand of meso cocktails. MesoLine Bodyfirm and F-XBC are considered the leaders.

Repairing hair. At the top of the rating are Dermahil HL and MESO HAIR SYSTEM. Used to accelerate growth and give hair thickness.

Preparations for the treatment of alopecia. An excellent product, according to cosmetologists, is Mesodermal made in the USA.

The cocktail not only solves the problem of baldness, but also helps to cope with the cause of its occurrence. If the product is formulated individually by a specialist, vitamins and silicon are taken as the basis.

Anti-aging. The leaders in this direction are such lifting cocktails as Beauty Pharma Lift, Mesoline Tite and Melsmon. The latter is compiled by a cosmetologist and is one of the rather expensive serums.

The effectiveness of the drugs is due to the DMAE contained in them; some are supplemented with oligoelements and a vitamin complex.

They help eliminate skin sagging, have a trophic and lifting effect, provide powerful hydration, and participate in the stimulation of internal processes.

Diuretics. Intended for the category of people with a predisposition to edema. Additionally, they minimize circles and bags in the periorbital area and give clarity to the contours of the face.

MESOESTETIC Hydrotaurin and MESOESTETIC Centella Asiatica are in demand. They have a drainage and choleretic effect.

Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):

MESOESTETIC Hydrotaurin contains hydrotaurine, a salt of tauric acid, which serves as a “building material” for cell membranes, including blood and lymphatic vessels. This explains the anti-edematous effect.

Antioxidant. The best cocktails are made in France, Italy, and Spain. These include Filorga, Mezolab, Mesoderm, Dermahil, Juvederm.

The main component in most cases is hyaluronic acid.

Which ones are better for the face?

Antiseptic

The following brands are considered the best cocktails for facial mesotherapy: French, Italian and Spanish (Mesolab, Filogra, Mesoderm, Revitacare, ID Farma, Dermaheal, Veluderm and others). There are cocktails made in Korea and the USA , which are actively conquering the market.

Antiseptic cocktails for facial mesotherapy will cost from 400 rubles per ampoule upon purchase. The procedure in Moscow and St. Petersburg costs on average 1,700-3,000 rubles. Prices vary greatly depending on the location of the salon or clinic and the extent of the skin damage.

Antiseptic cocktails are used to treat acne and pimples.

Mesoline AntiAcne

The drug is a hit in salons. For 2 ml and one procedure they will ask for at least 3000 rubles.

Contraindications are:

• allergic reactions;
• pregnancy;
• blood clotting disorder;
• serious chronic diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

F-ACN

For 2 ml it will cost a little less: 2500 rubles.
for the procedure. Contraindications are standard for facial mesotherapy.

The cost of the procedure is always determined by the amount of drug used per client.

When purchasing a course, salons often offer a discount on payment.

Diuretics

Diuretic cocktails are used to relieve edema and swelling of the face. Circles and bags under the eyes are reduced, the oval of the face becomes clearer. These procedures are contraindicated for kidney disease; other contraindications are standard.

The price for an ampoule of the drug is from 500 rubles . For one visit to the salon for a mesotherapy procedure, you will need to pay from 1,500 rubles in both cities.

The most popular brands are MESOESTETIC Hydrotaurin and MESOESTETIC Centella Asiatica. Cocktails have:

• 
  antioxidant;

• detoxification;
• choleretic;
• drainage effect.

Indications for drugs are:

1. All types and stages of cellulite.
2. Skin regeneration disorders.
3. "Smoker's skin"
4. Lymphostasis.
5. Edema.

Compositions are contraindicated in case of individual intolerance.

Anti-aging

Melsmon

This is a rather expensive cocktail based on human placenta hydrolyzate; the cost of the procedure in Moscow and St. Petersburg starts from 4,500 rubles.
The medicine is not sold without a prescription; it can only be made in a clinic or salon . Melsmon is contraindicated during pregnancy and high blood pressure, but usually it does not cause negative reactions.

Mesoline Tight “Persistent lifting”

Powerful lifting cocktail with DMAE, restoring skin elasticity.
Costs from 3,000 rubles per procedure in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

It should be noted that an ampoule on free sale costs an average of 1800 rubles for 5 ml .

BeautyPharma Lift

DMAE 2% + oligoelements + vitamins.

The procedure costs in both capitals from 2500 for 2 ml . It is a ready-made cocktail that:

• 
  has a trophic effect;

• restores and improves skin hydration;
• eliminates sagging skin;
• has a lifting effect;
• stimulates metabolic processes;
• increases the tone and density of the dermis;
• has antioxidant protection.

DMAE increases skin elasticity, stimulates collagen synthesis, has an antioxidant effect, and provides lifting. It also contains niacinamide to synthesize your own collagen and tighten pores. Proline and lysine stimulate microcirculation of the facial skin, improve venous and lymphatic drainage.

An ampoule on free sale will cost from 1200 rubles per 10 ml.

How to use

Standard mesotherapy

It is a series of injections through which the drug enters the epidermis and reacts with skin cells.
Injections are carried out in the upper layers and are characterized by low rates of trauma.

After the session, side effects appear. Acceptable ones include mild swelling, redness and, in some cases, local hematomas at the puncture sites.

Non-injection mesotherapy

Alternative method . The result is achieved by using a special device - electromagnetic, laser or oxygen. In the latter option, the “respiration” of cells is additionally improved.

The procedure does not require a rehabilitation period due to the absence of complications associated with mechanical damage.

If you have the problem of bumpy skin texture, fractional mesotherapy is an excellent way to eliminate it. The essence lies in the hardware impact on the surface at high speed, due to which about 900 punctures are made per minute and there is practically no pain.

As a result, healthy active cells begin to migrate to the damaged area, thereby starting internal processes.

Classification of compositions

Medicinal compositions can be divided into several groups. Thus, it is easier for a cosmetologist to choose the right cocktail, according to the patient’s age, health status and other factors.

Compositions for the procedure can be:

• Single preparations, that is, containing only hyaluronic acid. It moisturizes the skin, helps increase the production of elastin and collagen, and retains moisture well in the tissues. Sometimes such compositions are made based on other components, for example, artichoke extract, green tea, fucus, ivy, etc.
• Ready-made cocktails for facial mesotherapy. They include vitamins and minerals. For example, the Dermapen procedure. Manufacturer countries: France, Italy, Spain. The doctor selects them depending on the patient’s problems (blackheads, correction of facial contours, etc.) that need to be solved.
• Cocktails made by a doctor. These drugs are considered the best because the doctor selects all the ingredients individually. This helps to take into account your skin type and tendency to allergic reactions. The effectiveness of the composition often depends on the professionalism of the doctor.

Gradation according to the composition of the cocktail:

1. Homeopathic compounds. The solution contains homeopathic ingredients with vitamins and herbal extracts. They affect the skin, causing it to strengthen from the inside, activating its internal reserves. They improve the functioning of cells, target pathologies, and have a regenerating function.
2. Allopathic formulations. Their composition: products of plant, animal, chemical origin. Moreover, the composition does not cause allergies or side effects, thanks to the control of the manufacturer.

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Separation by effect on the skin

The compositions can have different effects on the human body. In this regard, they are divided into the following groups:

• Lipolytic. They are aimed at correcting the body, improves lymphatic drainage, enhances blood microcirculation in the affected area, and relieves swelling.
• Antiseptic. They are used to treat acne and pimples. By their action they disinfect the skin.
• Anti-aging. This is by far the most popular class of cocktails. Their main functions: regenerating the skin, stimulating the production of elastin and collagen. Performs a lifting function.
• Diuretics. Such formulations are recommended for swelling of the face.

Depending on the type of procedure

The scientific world does not stand still; methods of performing the procedure are being improved. Depending on the method of administration, they can be as follows:

• Biorevitalization. Introduction of pure hyaluronic acid into tissues.
• Plasmolifting. To perform the procedure, the doctor takes the patient's plasma.
• Fractional mesotherapy. The compositions are practically no different from the classical method.

All about facial mesotherapy

These methods differ in the compositions injected under the skin.

Classification by treated area

The doctor finds out the patient’s problem areas where injections will be given, and selects cocktails that will have the maximum effect on this area.

• Forehead. Cocktails that eliminate wrinkles are mainly used.
• Cheeks. Here they use compounds to eliminate jowls.
• Chin. Drugs are used to correct the shape of the face.
• The area around the eyes. Moisturizing and lifting compounds are injected here.

Mesotherapy, due to its different compositions and techniques, has a great advantage over other cosmetic compositions for rejuvenation.

Can I use it at home?

If you decide to carry out mesotherapy at home, then all responsibility for the result falls on your shoulders.
The risk may be associated with either an incorrectly performed procedure or an inappropriate cocktail.

Without certain knowledge and skills, making injections is strictly prohibited. The only acceptable method of correction is the use of a special mesoscooter. When choosing a serum, preference should be given to mono products with a minimum set of components.

Indications, contraindications and effect of the procedure

Mesotherapy is much more effective than traditional hair masks and serums. The result of using injections is noticeable after just a few procedures; in addition, it is more durable. Cocktails for hair mesotherapy go directly into the follicle, strengthening the hair from the inside.

Indications for mesotherapy:

• different types of baldness;
• thinning ends;
• acceleration of growth;
• prevention of hair loss;
• treatment of seborrhea;
• restoration of damaged structure;
• itchy scalp.

Injections are not recommended during menstruation. Usually during this period sensitivity increases and the pain threshold decreases. Blood clotting worsens. In addition, the procedure has a number of contraindications:

• allergic reactions to the components of the drug;
• lactation and pregnancy;
• diabetes;
• viral and infectious diseases.

User reviews about cocktails for hair mesotherapy indicate that these are truly effective products. The maximum effect of the procedure is visible three months after the injections and lasts for a long time. Hair becomes shiny and strong. Their color is more rich and deep. Hair loss stops and dandruff goes away.

Contraindications

• Pregnancy;
• Lactation period;
• Critical days;
• Age up to 18 years;
• Allergic predisposition;
• Acute stage of chronic diseases;
• Pathologies of internal organs;
• Autoimmune problems;
• Ringworm;
• Hemophilia;
• Oncology;
• Nephropathy;
• Viral, infectious, respiratory diseases;
• Tendency to form keloid scars;
• Herpes;
• Hypertension;
• Warts, moles, papillomas at the site of supposed punctures.

Possible consequences

If contraindications are ignored, after-care is incorrect, or due to incorrect work by a specialist, a number of undesirable consequences may occur:

• formation of granulomas/"nodules" at puncture sites;
• soreness;
• lack of result;
• swelling;
• redness;
• itching/burning;
• hematomas;
• pigmentation;
• soft tissue necrosis;
• fibrosis;
• excessive dryness of the skin;
• infection;
• inflammatory processes;
• lymphadenopathy;
• asymmetry of facial features.

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Opinion of cosmetologists

Among cosmetologists, mesotherapy evokes extremely positive emotions, but professionals debate a lot about the optimal method of performing the procedure.

A plastic surgeon speaks of mesotherapy as an excellent way to combat baldness:

The doctor says that even the most expensive creams cannot achieve the effect achieved during the procedure:

A rather succinct comment from a specialist regarding the fact that only a highly qualified specialist with extensive work experience should carry out the invasion:

Preparations for the body

Invasive body treatments are performed to eliminate cellulite, abdominal sagging, weight loss and stretch marks.

The most effective means for this are:

• lipolytic anti-cellulite cocktails that reduce skin sagging, fight cellulite, and have a fat-burning effect;
• lymphatic drainage – improves venous and lymphatic outflow, promotes the removal of metabolic products from the body;
• main ones, which promote microcirculation, reduce muscle tension, and trigger metabolic processes.
• Simplex products are also effective for body mesotherapy.

The following cocktails are used for weight loss in mesotherapy:

• Mesoline is one of the best and most effective means in the fight against excess weight;
• Dermastabilon – has a pronounced fat-burning effect.

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