Due to the growing desire and trends to look and feel younger, today we have “non-invasive beauty treatments” — techniques that allow you to enhance the beauty of your face and body without any surgical procedures. These treatments also come with shorter recovery times, making them convenient, cost-effective, and efficient.
These treatments offer additional benefits by reflecting a shift towards personalized, result-driven solutions. However, it is important to understand what types of treatments fall under non-invasive beauty procedures.
In this article, we will introduce you to six beauty treatments recommended by Dr. Anshuman Manasvi, Consultant Aesthetic Surgeon at La Transformation Aesthetic Surgery Center, that have taken the beauty industry by storm. Let’s take a look at these six popular beauty treatments:
1. Brotox
It is important to note that Brotox is different from Botox. Brotox is an application of botulinum toxin around the eyebrows, used to lift and shape them, providing a youthful and fresh look as part of a full anti-aging treatment when combined with other therapies. Non-surgical treatments like these are most effective when the problem is not large enough to require surgery. They are popular because they take very little time (around 30-40 minutes) and can be easily repeated. However, these should not be considered as alternatives to more aggressive surgical cosmetic treatments, which tend to bring about more significant changes.
2. Thread Lift Beauty Treatment
Thread lifts are a popular non-invasive beauty treatment for lifting and tightening sagging skin. They serve as a non-surgical alternative to a facelift, offering effective results in a shorter period of time. This procedure involves the use of dissolvable threads inserted under the skin to lift tissues, promote collagen production, and improve firmness and elasticity. Depending on the product used, the effects can last anywhere from six months to two years.
3. Chemical Peels
Chemical peels, including glycolic peel, TCA peel, salicylic peel, and pumpkin peel, are some of the most common cosmetic treatments. These are essential for treating anti-aging concerns, acne, hyperpigmentation, acne scars, or simply enhancing skin glow. Chemical peels are often considered a cost-effective and excellent maintenance therapy. While they may be more affordable than other treatments, they should not be underestimated in terms of their effectiveness.
4. Laser Resurfacing
Laser resurfacing is a non-invasive treatment that targets damaged layers of skin to improve its texture, tone, and elasticity. It is a favorite treatment for individuals dealing with aging signs, scars, pigmentation, or dull skin. Ablative resurfacing uses lasers to vaporize the outer skin layers, revealing smoother, younger skin underneath. The most common types of lasers used are CO2 lasers and erbium lasers, which usually require 1 to 2 weeks of downtime. Non-ablative resurfacing (such as fractional CO2 and erbium glass) delivers energy in a grid pattern, leaving some normal tissue untreated, resulting in quicker treatments and less downtime. New modifications and combination laser treatments are also available in the market.
5. Radiofrequency Microneedling
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling is an advanced skin treatment that combines traditional microneedling with controlled depth RF energy. The benefits of this treatment include improved skin tightening, tone, and texture, reduced pore size, diminished blemishes, improved stretch marks, and reduced wrinkles. Sophisticated devices and advanced technology have made these non-invasive treatments more accessible to consumers. However, the most important aspect of these treatments is that they should only be performed by qualified dermatologists or plastic surgeons. Otherwise, there is a risk of misuse, leading to undesirable outcomes.
These non-invasive treatments have become increasingly popular due to their effectiveness and convenience. However, it is essential to ensure that you choose a qualified professional for these procedures to avoid any potential complications.
