Principle
Mesotherapy consists of injecting very low doses of medications locally into the dermis. Created in 1952, this technique is now used in aesthetic medicine, sport medicine and pain medicine. In aesthetic medicine, depending on the instruments used, it may be referred to as mesolifting (with a needle), derma-rolling (with a roller) or micro-needling (with a pen). In all these instances, the goal is to firm and refresh the skin, as an anti-ageing or cellulite treatment, or to remove acne scars.
Mesolifting: this involves using fine needles to inject small quantities of a revitalizing cocktail (of vitamins, amino acids and hyaluronic acid) suited to the skin’s needs into the dermis, along wrinkles or as a “coating” of the whole face or certain body parts.
Derma-rolling and micro-needling: the mechanical effect of micro-perforations of the skin is an immediate stimulation of the fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing elastin and collagen. The revitalizing cocktail is applied either during or after the aesthetic procedure.
Results
These techniques are effective at combating the skin’s loss of density and elasticity. The skin is tighter, better hydrated and suppler.
Possible side effects
Redness may appear at the end of the aesthetic procedure, and the skin may be sensitive for a few days.