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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How New Laser Treatments Are Transforming Skin Tightening—With Less Pain and Downtime
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You're sitting in a doctor's office with numbing cream spread on your face like buttercream icing on a cake. You're preparing to have a laser beam penetrate your skin at the same temperature that water boils. You're bracing for your face to resemble tuna tartare for at least a week. Sounds scary? For a long time, this may have been the reality for anyone seeking a laser treatment to tighten or tone skin. Today's lasers, however, are far less harsh, reducing pain and downtime for many patients—and might be even more effective for lifting and brightening. These next-gen options are also safer across skin tones. 'A lot of [older lasers] readily absorb melanin, so [people with darker complexions] can get really significant burns,' says Michelle Henry, MD, a dermatologist in New York. Now, many of the lasers she currently has in her office are safe for dark skin. Perhaps as a result, lasers are booming: There were over 3.5 million skin resurfacing procedures in 2023, a 5 percent increase over 2022, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' annual statistics report. Here are some of the best lasers that don't belong in a sequel to The Substance. According to Eunice Park, MD, a facial plastic surgeon in New York, a method called 'Pico Sculpting,' which is popular in South Korea to tighten skin, is gaining ground in the U.S. Using super-short pulses of energy at different depths, the picosecond laser can target its effects: It can plunge to deep levels, like a scuba diver, to tighten without disturbing the outermost layer. It can sweep through the middle layers, like a snorkeler, to rejuvenate. And it can skim the surface, like a surfer, to smooth texture. Though skin might be slightly red or swollen for a few days, the minimal downtime unveils results starting within a week. Ablative lasers are a great tool for resurfacing, but they can also make you look sunburned for up to a month. UltraClear is the first cold fiber ablative laser that stimulates collagen without causing excessive redness. ('Cold' doesn't refer to a temperature, but rather for the way the laser uses a unique 2,910-nanometer wavelength to treat the skin, according to Arielle Kauvar, MD, a dermatologist in New York City.) UltraClear delivers quick pulses of energy in intervals to curtail heat damage and pain. Unlike other ablative lasers, UltraClear's 3DMiracl treatment seldom requires any numbing cream beforehand and has less downtime, though there may be a bit of redness or swelling. Patients can notice skin improvements within five days. Mosaic 3D works well for hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and wrinkles. It's a non-ablative laser (meaning it doesn't disturb the skin's surface), which Henry says makes it ideal for all skin tones. But precision is what makes this laser a secret weapon: It has a cold sapphire tip for chilling the skin; an air-cooled rolling system for even coverage; and an algorithm called 3D Controlled Chaos Technology to control the space and depth of where beams enter the skin. These features allow the laser to sweep over tricky-to-reach areas, like around the eyes and mouth. Skin may be mildly red for up to 48 hours, but downtime is only two to five Now You Might Also Like The 15 Best Organic And Clean Shampoos For Any And All Hair Types 100 Gifts That Are $50 Or Under (And Look Way More Expensive Than They Actually Are)
The Sun
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I hated my wrinkled skin, so I spent £4k to have the top layer BURNT OFF & look 20 years younger
WATCHING the views come in on her TikTok videos, Sharon Vickery can't help but feel smug. 'There's no way that's the same woman', cry her followers after seeing the astonishing results of her anti-aging treatment. 7 But what is even more astonishing is that Sharon hasn't been anywhere near a needle. She says she has achieved the same youthful glow as Kris Jenner without going under the knife after revealing the £4,250 laser treatment that took 20 years off her appearance. Kris Jenner sparked rumours of a secret facelift recently when public outings left fans stunned by her seemingly ageless appearance. Sharon wanted to find a way to reduce the deep wrinkles that had rapidly worsened since her 40s. The mum-of-three tried everything to tackle it, including Botox, fillers, skin boosters and microneedling – but nothing worked. As a last-ditch effort, she stumbled upon a special kind of laser treatment that promised to overhaul her skin in just one procedure. Sharon was desperate for a solution so although she felt dubious – especially given the £4,000 price tag – she decided to give it a try. 'Why have a facelift when you can get the same results with this?' the 55-year-old, who hails from Romford, says. 'I believe people should be able to do whatever they want at whatever age if it makes them feel happy and confident. 'Definitely try this before getting a facelift – my doctor said the same. I'm 50 next year & don't have a single wrinkle thanks to a product from Boots or TikTok shop - I've never had Botox 'Kris Jenner can afford the best plastic surgeon and most of us are not in a position to do that.' Sharon decided to try it out after disliking her ageing looks. 'I hated the skin on my face for many years,' she admits. 'I had many lines on my forehead, upper lip, smile lines, age spots and wrinkled skin all over. 'I always compared myself to other people my age who had not aged at the same rate as me. 'Over the years I have tried every treatment you can think of Botox, fillers, PRP, threads, microneedling, skin boosters, RF machines. 'Anything that promised results, I tried – but nothing ever lasted. 'I never posted close-up photos of my face to avoid the lines showing. 7 7 'My confidence was very low and I became obsessed with how bad my face looked.' While doing her own research, she found a clinic in London that offered CO2 ablative laser treatment. The procedure removes the top layer of damaged, wrinkled skin to help fresh skin grow. Sharon paid the £4,250 to go ahead with the treatment on 12 April. And while she admits that the recovery in the past month has been rough, the mum can't believe the results. Sharon, who works as an operations manager for a cleaning services company, says: 'I never really wanted to go down the facelift route. 'I knew people that had gotten great results but some also not so good, so I didn't want to go under the knife. 'I had many consultations and after a few, one person suggested CO2 fractional laser. 'When I investigated, I thought the downtime and recovery was too long and a bit scary. 'But I continued to research because I was totally unhappy with the wrinkled skin. 'This is when I fell upon fully CO2 ablative laser, which said you only needed one treatment. 'At this point, I was nearing 55 so I took the plunge. 'At the end of the day, my skin was making me miserable, so I had to take the leap. 'The procedure itself was mainly pain-free due to the numbing gel but the first week was pretty tough going.' Sharon posted her recovery on TikTok as a way of giving herself something else to focus on. She says: 'Days two to five were the worst with seeping skin as it was sticking to my pillow and I had difficulty sleeping. 'It was also stinging whenever I washed. Why is turmeric good for anti-ageing? A study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that turmeric and curcumin may help prevent DNA damage and aid in DNA repair. This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also: Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin's elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin. Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion. 'Each day and week came with different challenges with the healing – but by week four, everything had settled. 'I am now five weeks on and can say the treatment was definitely worth the difficult recovery.' Stunned viewers TikTok viewers can't believe the mum's transformation – with one of her videos racking up a whopping 1.8 million views. One said: 'Wow! Looking fantastic, it's taken about 20 years off you. Another added: 'No way that's the same person,' while another said: 'You look 20 years younger!' Sharon has described the reaction online and in person as 'amazing'. 'They all can't believe the difference and it's given me a boost,' she says. 'Most people are saying I look up to 20 years younger. I didn't do this to look younger, but for my skin to look fresh – but obviously the looking younger comments are great.' While some online sceptics accused her of using filters or secretly getting a facelift, Sharon says she brushes off the negativity with a laugh. She adds: 'There definitely have been some non-believers on TikTok saying I have had a facelift or I have filters on. 'But for the most part, everyone has been really supportive and really happy for me which is lovely. 'I get lots of questions and lots of interest in the procedure because of the amazing results. 'A lot of people have told me to grow old gracefully, but I would rather grow old disgracefully. 'I also get a lot of comments telling me to sort my teeth out, or asking why I didn't get my neck and chest done, too. Some people just have no tact.' Now, she's encouraging others to consider the treatment too. 'I feel super happy with the result,' says Sharon. 'I don't have to worry about wrinkles in pictures anymore. It's definitely improved my confidence. 'I would definitely recommend this to others. 'Yes, it is tough for the first week and challenging for a couple more weeks but well worth it. 'If it makes you feel good, then why not? I have no regrets and wish I did it sooner.' 7 7
