See aesthetic procedures that can be done in the summer – 01/12/2024 – Balance

Skin treatments are not prohibited in summer, but there are restrictions. Those that cause some degree of peeling on the skin should be removed from the list of options at this time of year and preferably done during winter, says plastic surgeon Mayara de Castro Nogueira, who is also a specialist in cosmiatry.

“I do not recommend more powerful ablative lasers, such as CO2, because they cause more intense peeling of the skin, and the sun can cause hypersegmentation. Peelings should be avoided, especially if you intend to visit beaches and swimming pools. They peel the skin. skin and take away protection against the sun”, explains Nogueira.

According to dermatologist Renata Sitonio, botulinum toxin can be used without any problems on hotter days. If the application leaves any small bruises, just apply sunscreen to the area.

“Fillers with hyaluronic acid can also be done. They will not leave damage to the skin. There are also collagen bio-stimulators, which leave the skin more beautiful, with a better glow and firmer”, says the doctor.

The photoacoustic laser is another good option for the hottest season of the year. The treatment is indicated for treating blemishes, melasma, improving skin quality and reducing pores. It leaves the skin shiny and similar to the effect of an Instagram filter, according to Renata Sitonio.

“It is also indicated for treatment on the lap, to improve the quality of the skin in this region, reduce blemishes and against fine lines that appear between the breasts. It can be done in the summer, because it does not heat the skin. The person can go to the beach and swimming pool normally”, adds the specialist.

Technologies such as microfocused ultrasound do not cause damage to the skin and are welcome in summer. “The person doesn’t turn red, or even have any purple color, and can, on the same day, go to the beach or pool”, says Sitonio.

The equipment emits ultrasound waves that reach different layers of the skin and generate an inflammatory response that stimulates collagen production. There are several brands of microfocused ultrasound machines on the market that have become famous on social media as synonymous with the treatment, such as Ultraformer, Ulthera, Liftera and Atria.

“In this type of technology, the ultrasound moves so quickly that the sound energy is transformed into heat. Depending on the tip used, it is possible to reach the fat, muscle layer and skin. In the case of deeper tips, I can reach and compact the fat. You can reduce the volume of the cheek a little”, explains Sitonio.

“With other tips, I can reach the muscle region of the face and cause a lifting effect. With another, I reach the dermis, which is the layer of the skin where collagen is produced. I improve texture, skin quality, pores, in addition to leaving firmer skin”, he concludes.

Soften blemishes

Not every treatment to soften blemishes can be done in the summer. The basic rule is not to harm the skin.

“I can’t help but recommend it to someone who has melasma [manchas escuras na pele]. Oh, I’m not going to do my melasma treatment all summer. I don’t recommend this, because otherwise the person will end the summer with much more blemished skin”, advises Sitonio.

“The ideal is to protect from the sun and opt for maintenance treatments at this time. You can use acid at home, depending on the intensity of the product. Leave the more abrasive treatments, for stains, until the winter, because if the person is already prone to staining, when we do these procedures, if she gets sun during this time of skin renewal, it can stain even more. And you have to use sunscreen. I recommend starting at SPF 50”, says the cosmetics specialist.

Home treatments

Home treatments should always be guided by a doctor. “Imagination is the limit and people sometimes get recipes on the internet and use unimaginable things that can cause real burns”, warns plastic surgeon Mayara de Castro Nogueira.

If you opt for home treatments, don’t forget to properly clean your skin and be careful when removing sunscreen. Soap and water are not enough.

“Sunscreen must be removed as if it were makeup, using micellar water or cleansing oil, otherwise the residue remains on the skin, clogging the pores, which can cause skin infections, irritation and acne”, explains Sitonio.

Homemade mask. Twice a week, at night, before going to sleep, you can apply a simple homemade mask to your face, which serves to remove excess sunscreen, chlorine residue from the pool and sea salt.

Mix two tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of demerara sugar. Spread over the face and massage lightly. Leave it to act for five minutes. Remove with soap and water and then follow your usual skincare routine.

“Honey has an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effect, so it already eliminates bacteria from the skin, soothes, hydrates, and the sugar will provide a light exfoliation”, explains the dermatologist.

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