Mesotherapy Explained

By: Katharine Griffiths
Created on 05th March 2012

Mesotherapy has been used as a cosmetic treatment for the face and body since it was first introduced in the 1950s. It is growing in popularity in the UK, but prospective patients are often confused as to what it entails. So, what are the benefits and what’s the future of mesotherapy? The experts at Koreesa Group, leaders in the mesotherapy market, explain more

What is mesotherapy?

Mesotherapy, discovered in the 1950s by Dr Michael Pistor, introduces microscopic quantities of homeopathic medications, traditional pharmaceuticals, vitamins, minerals and amino acids into the skin to treat a variety of conditions.

The term ‘mesotherapy’ is derived from two words: meso and therapy. Meso refers to the embryonic tissue (mesoderm) which gives rise to the connective tissues of the body. Thus, the area of the dermis (skin) where the injections are placed is the mesoderm or middle layer of the skin.

What are the benefits of mesotherapy?

The benefits of mesotherapy are numerous. There are many applications for treating pain, sports injuries, rheumatology, general medicine and aesthetic medicine.

Mesotherapy has also long been an anti-ageing treatment in France with patients beginning their treatments in their late twenties to maintain healthy, vibrant skin throughout their lives.

Commonly used to treat cellulite or as a weight loss treatment, mesotherapy is also used in anti-ageing; for line filling, skin tightening and lifting. These treatments are generally applied to the face, neck, décolleté and hands.

Skin conditions such as pigmentation, melasma, acne, eczema and psoriasis also benefit from mesotherapy treatment. In 2010 the number of postnatal treatments for cellulite, stretch marks and target fat treatments grew quite significantly. Successful results can also be gained by combining mesotherapy and collagen induction therapy.

So, what are the different forms of mesotherapy?

Needle mesotherapy consists of several methods which include point by point, nappage and epidermic. Point by point was first described in the context of mesotherapy by Dr Pistor, and works by simply injecting the desired solution perpendicularly to its entire depth.

Nappage is a more superficial technique that takes practice to master. The syringe is held at a 45-degree angle from the skin whilst applying a light and constant pressure on the syringe’s plunger with rapid flicks mimicking acupuncture technique. This technique allows the practitioner to infuse large areas of skin with the solution.

Epidermic is the most superficial technique. The needle is positioned at a very steep angle to the surface of the skin. Then, with the bevel oriented away from the skin, it is dragged along the skin while light positive pressure is applied to the syringe’s plunger. The needle will bend slightly from the angle and pressure.

Most practitioners will use a light bouncing action described as ‘Parkinsonian’.

No needle mesotherapy is a new technique, also known as virtual mesotherapy. It allows clients to shorten the time between treatments, enhancing effectiveness, whilst larger areas can also be treated. This unique system produces cellular electroporation increasing the permeability of the skin and opening cellular pores.

The revolutionary Fusion Mesotherapy no needle treatment from Koreesa transmits topical products through radiofrequency to the dermal layer of the skin without causing any pain or damage. It stimulates collagen synthesis and skin tightening for a firmer and more plumped result.

The future of mesotherapy

Koreesa was founded by Lisa Armitage-Adams four years ago to bring the best mesotherapy products to the UK market and to constantly push forward the boundaries of what can be achieved with this treatment. Koreesa has manifested itself as one of the leading mesotherapy specialists in the UK market.

Koreesa’s experience and understanding comes from the five internationally established mesotherapy brands and two meso-cosmetic ranges that they have carefully selected.

Cosmetic mesotherapy is currently exploding in popularity in Asia and Europe, with the number of treatments increasing in the UK, year on year, due to many consumers having experienced these treatments whilst travelling or through seeking a complete anti-ageing or cellulite solution closer to home.

Recent developments have seen Koreesa launch the Fusion Dermaroller for collagen induction therapy and the Fusion Meso-pen to complement their existing portfolio of treatments. The Fusion range consists of a Fusion Dermaroller, an RF based needle free mesotherapy machine and the patented Fusion Injector Meso-pen. The Fusion Mesotherapy brand is a recent welcome addition to other ranges that Koreesa offer which includes Institute BCN, Mesotech, Oxynergy Paris and Armesso.

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