Ozone therapy for hair loss in Moscow: what it does for the scalp, indications and contraindications

A chic hairstyle can change the appearance of any person. However, improving the condition of your hair is not as simple as it might seem at first glance. Shampoos, masks and all kinds of vitamins sometimes stop giving the expected results and turn out to be ineffective. Ozone therapy for hair is a modern solution that cosmetology represents. Let's talk about what this technique is and what results can be achieved with its help.

Indications for treatment

First, let’s determine in what cases is ozone treatment appropriate? There are three main types of directions for this procedure:

treatment of diseases of the scalp (for example, dandruff, seborrhea, fungus, etc.);
stimulating new hair growth and reducing hair loss;
general healing effect, improving the quality properties of hair, flexibility, brightness, shine.

How does it work?

The beneficial effects of ozone (highly active oxygen) have been appreciated by a huge number of both patients and specialists, as evidenced by numerous reviews. Ozone therapy affects the skin, and, therefore, the hair follicles located in them, as follows:

stimulates blood circulation processes (hair growth);
provides oxygen saturation;
reduces pain in the presence of injuries, bruises, etc.;
removes toxins, harmful substances and waste from local areas of the head;
heals existing skin irritations, reduces inflammation, kills fungi and bacteria.

All this ensures increased hair growth and also stops hair loss. In addition, the appearance of your hairstyle is significantly improved; you will be able to observe the necessary density, volume, shine, density and elasticity. Skin diseases usually disappear completely after several sessions.

What it is?

Ozone has been used in cosmetology for a long time. Ozone is called highly active oxygen . Initially it has a triatomic molecule, but when it enters the skin it changes and acquires oxidizing properties.

After a series of studies, ozone began to be actively used in cosmetology and medicine. Penetrating into the body, it quickly enters into biochemical reactions with cells and triggers the following processes:

improved blood circulation;
stimulation of metabolic processes;
supplying cells with oxygen.

Reference! In addition, ozone has antiviral and antifungal properties and quickly eliminates various skin infections, fungi, bacteria and is absolutely safe for human health.

General information about the procedure

Ozone therapy for hair can be carried out using several methods. The doctor determines which specific method is right for you during an examination of the scalp. The technique chosen will depend on the extent of the problem present. So, it's possible:

Systemic administration

It is carried out through an intravenous drip. The main goal of this procedure is to saturate the entire body with ozone, which will lead to overall health improvement and the solution of existing problems in a complex.

Systemic administration for ozone therapy for hair

Injection administration

It is carried out directly into the problem area using injections. A full course can include from 2 to 6 sessions. Please note that injections may be accompanied by very unpleasant sensations. One procedure lasts approximately 20 minutes.

Injection for ozone therapy for hair

External influence

The technique is less effective, but absolutely non-traumatic and also useful. It involves treating hair with a special composition that includes ozone. Then the patient's head is placed under a special device that creates a greenhouse effect and allows the components of the mixture to penetrate the skin.

External influence during ozone therapy

How does the ozone therapy procedure for the scalp work?

Ozone therapy is the introduction of a triatomic oxygen molecule into the body. When it gets into the skin, it oxidizes and starts restoration processes.

Before going for the first procedure, you need to consult with a doctor - he will examine the scalp, identify problems that can be solved with ozone, and then draw up a course program. The trichologist will also select the method of introducing ozone. Maybe:

● systemic administration - ozone enters the body intravenously through a dropper. In this case, the effect is not only on the hair, but on the entire body. The patient notes increased immunity, skin rejuvenation, accelerated metabolism;

● injections directly into the scalp. In this case, the effect of ozone is local, affecting only the hair follicles, penetrating into the outer and deep layers of the epidermis. During the procedure, metabolism is activated, and nutrients fill the follicles. One procedure takes about 20 minutes and is accompanied by unpleasant sensations. One course consists of 2-6 procedures;

● treatment with a special compound. Least painless effect. Using a special apparatus, a special composition is sprayed around the head. When it covers the hair, the patient puts on a special cap that creates a greenhouse effect. As a result, ozone and related components penetrate the scalp.

The full course of the procedure, on average, includes from 2 to 10 procedures. The number of sessions is determined by the doctor, based on the severity of the problem. It is recommended to take breaks of 5-7 days between sessions. When one course is completed, you can continue treatment and repeat all sessions. But it is better to start a new cycle after 2 months. However, reviews of ozone therapy with photos before and after the course prove that often one cycle is enough for hair.

Even before the sessions, the patient is recommended to prepare for the introduction of ozone. A few days before the injection, it is necessary to avoid physical activity. Shortly before the procedure, it is not recommended to smoke or drink alcohol. The day before, trichologists advise washing your hair with your usual shampoo, but not using masks, sprays or styling products.

Indications for a course of ozone therapy

Ozone therapy actually does not require indications, because with the help of ozone you can not only cure many diseases, but also simply improve the condition of the body and hair. However, if you use cocktails specifically for the head and scalp, then it is customary to distinguish four main indications.

Judging by reviews of ozone therapy for the scalp, the indication for sessions is alopecia at any stage. Due to the oxidative properties of ozone, the division of cells in the growth zone occurs more actively and the period of their development also increases.

The second indication is stimulation of hair growth, if you want to quickly grow long hair. Blood microcirculation improves, lymph flows out. All this stimulates metabolic processes.

Ozone therapy is also indicated if it is necessary to improve the hair fiber - make the curls shiny, strong and elastic. Ozone will help with this, as active molecules will stimulate the immune system.

A separate indication is the presence of seborrhea, dandruff or fungus. Ozone has antiviral and bactericidal properties, therefore it neutralizes all fungi.

A few more indications for which you should consult a trichologist and sign up for an ozone therapy session:

● redness and itching of the scalp;

● hair section;

● psoriasis;

● increased activity of the sebaceous glands, oily hair and scalp.

Contraindications to ozone therapy

In most cases, ozone therapy has a beneficial effect on the body. However, there are some exceptions. Negative reviews of ozone therapy for the scalp prove that if exceptions are ignored, you can only get additional health problems. Such contraindications include:

● intolerance, allergy either to ozone itself or to additional components contained in a cocktail, spray mixture or dropper. In this case, the very first procedure is fraught with rashes and new irritation on the skin;

● pregnancy and breastfeeding period. Pregnancy itself is not an obstacle to ozone procedures, however, in some cases, ozone provokes internal bleeding and deterioration of the fetus;

● heart disease;

● alcohol consumption - it is recommended to exclude any alcohol from the diet a few days before the session;

● fever and elevated body temperature, infectious diseases. One of the effects of ozone therapy is fighting diseases and strengthening the immune system. However, one of the properties of ozone is stimulation of blood circulation and, as a result, an additional increase in body temperature;

● endocrine diseases.

If contraindications are taken into account, there is still a small likelihood of side effects. Most patients tolerate the procedure calmly, but if at least one of these symptoms is noticed, it is better to stop the session and tell the trichologist about the side effect. The most common side effects that patients reported in their reviews of ozone therapy for hair and scalp condition before and after the course:

● painful sensations;

● swelling after the procedure;

● bruises, redness, light bleeding;

● discomfort.

However, in order for the result to be as clear as possible, the patient must take precautions. In the first week after the sessions, you need to limit physical activity and not go to the sauna. For 2-3 days, do not wash your hair or scratch your skin. For a little longer, doctors advise not to use a hair dryer (even at low power), masks and hair sprays for 5-7 days after the procedure.

List of possible contraindications

In what cases is ozone treatment contraindicated? The list of necessary restrictions is quite extensive and is represented by the following conditions:

pregnancy and lactation;
individual intolerance and allergy to ozone;
internal bleeding and the recovery period after it;
heart disease;
regular consumption of alcohol (several days before the procedure);
decreased immunity and colds, fever and elevated body temperature;
problems related to the functioning of the thyroid gland (for example, hyperthyroidism).

Advantages and disadvantages

Each cosmetic procedure has advantages and disadvantages. Ozone therapy effectively eliminates hair loss, but there are other significant benefits.

Advantages of the method:

ozone is a natural antiseptic, disinfects the scalp, eliminates damage;
rejuvenates and improves hair structure by saturating cells with oxygen;
activates the process of hair growth, improves blood circulation;
Effectively removes dandruff and excess oily hair.

Regeneration processes are activated, the body is freed from toxic waste. Ozone therapy is attractive not only for its effectiveness, but also for its low price.

The main advantage is that the result of treatment is noticeable even before the end of the course.

Disadvantages are associated with the individual characteristics of the body. A preliminary consultation with a trichologist is mandatory, since in case of certain contraindications, ozone can be used in doses, or you will have to completely abandon hair restoration using this method.

Possible side effects

Typically, ozone therapy for the head is well tolerated by patients without any contraindications. All unpleasant sensations last for several hours (maximum several days), they do not require special treatment and do not cause any serious inconvenience. The most likely side effects include:

moderate or mild pain in the treated area;
swelling at the injection site;
bruises, hemorrhages, redness;
discomfort and slight crunching in the treated area.

Please note that such negative reactions of the body, as a rule, are characteristic of only one method of ozone therapy - injections.

Reviews

After winter, my hair began to fall out a lot. I don’t yet think that I’m too old and this is age-related baldness. I decided to take a course of ozone therapy. I'm deathly afraid of injections, so my choice fell on a cap. The procedure takes about 15 minutes, but there is an unpleasant smell. But overall I was satisfied with the effect.
Maria, 36 years old.

I really didn’t want to lose my hair completely, but going to a cosmetologist wasn’t very convenient either. After all, I’m already an old guy. But I read about ozone therapy on the Internet and decided to try it. Did IVs. I really liked the effect not only on the hair, but also on the body as a whole. It’s as if a second youth has begun.
Marat, 51 years old.

I like to experiment with hair color, so constant dyeing has made it very weak and brittle. I went to a trichologist, he prescribed ozone therapy. The cost pleasantly surprised me and the positive effect was not long in coming.
Anastasia, 28 years old.

Photos before and after

Photos before and after ozone therapy for hair No. 1

Photos before and after ozone therapy for hair No. 2

Precautionary measures

It is quite possible to reduce the risk of side effects; to do this, you just need to follow the basic recommendations that the specialist performing the procedure will provide you with. As a rule, the following precautions are typical for the rehabilitation period:

limit physical activity (3 - 5 days);
give up bad habits (up to 7 days);
do not wash your hair (2 days);
do not blow dry your hair (5 - 7 days);
do not scratch your scalp (2 days);
do not use creams, masks, styling products (up to 5 days);
do not visit establishments with high humidity and air temperature (saunas, steam rooms, baths).

All of these recommendations are adapted specifically to ozone injections; other treatment technologies have almost no side effects and are tolerated by the body as easily as possible. If administered intravenously, mild headache or dizziness may occur.

Properties of ozone

Ozone is a triatomic oxygen molecule.
Accordingly, it is 1.5 times heavier and denser than a regular diatomic one. An extremely unstable compound that occurs naturally during thunderstorms and has a characteristic, recognizable odor. It can be obtained artificially by passing an electric discharge through the air - this principle is the basis for the operation of Darsonval’s effective medical and cosmetic device. When liquefied, ozone is a blue gas, but when concentrated it takes on an indigo hue. Ozone was discovered only at the end of the 18th century. And its property of easily giving up an “extra” oxygen molecule immediately began to be widely used in production processes and medicine. It is used for detoxification and disinfection, it stimulates metabolism and saturates the blood with oxygen. But at high concentrations, a person may develop signs of poisoning and even death.

When administered internally, the amount of free radicals in the body increases, which can trigger the growth of tumors. Therefore, you should not get too carried away with ozonation - you need to know when to stop everything.

City	Price, rubles
Moscow	1 900
Saint Petersburg	1 100
Bryansk	1 000
Voronezh	850