Wrinkles and reduced skin elasticity if you are vigilant to autumn UV rays, resolved with 4th generation Thermage FLX [건강 올레길] : Sport Donga

The skin is easily abused by UV rays. Ultraviolet rays refer to the part of the sun’s rays that are difficult to detect with the naked eye and are divided into ultraviolet A (320-400 nm), ultraviolet B (280-320 nm) and ultraviolet C (100-280 nm) depending on the length wave. Among these, ultraviolet A has a long wavelength and reaches the dermis of the skin, favoring aging phenomena such as wrinkles and loss of elasticity. The problem is that autumn UV rays are as strong as summer ones.

The skin consists of the epidermal layer, the dermis layer, the subcutaneous fat, the skin fascia layer (SMAS) and the muscle layer. Among them, the dermal layer of the skin is a tissue composed of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid and can be said to be the core of maintaining skin elasticity. When exposed to environmental factors such as UV rays and dry climates for a long time, collagen is lost, the skin barrier collapses, and the balance of elastin and hyaluronic acid is also disrupted, which can cause wrinkles, skin discoloration and deterioration of skin elasticity.

Therefore, in order to prevent deterioration of skin health due to UV rays, care must be taken not to be directly exposed to UV rays. Applying sunscreen (sunscreen), wearing a hat or sunglasses, and refraining from going out on a sunny day are some of the representative methods.

If your skin has already been damaged by UV rays, it is difficult to expect improvement from your own efforts, so it is advisable to consult a dermatologist. This is because it is difficult to expect improvement simply with cosmetics or drugs because the barrier that constitutes the skin layer has already collapsed. Therefore, lifting procedures such as Thermage may be considered after visiting a dermatologist and undergoing a detailed examination.

The Thermage treatment is characterized by helping to improve fine lines and sagging skin. For this purpose, 4th generation “Thermage FLX” equipment with automatic regulation algorithm technology providing optimized energy is used. Thermage FLX is a principle that applies the functions of vibration and cooling by penetrating high frequency thermal energy deep into the dermis.

Thermage FLX’s self-adjusting algorithm technology helps with procedure accuracy and minimizes pain burden. Furthermore, using a facial tip, strong thermal stimulation is applied to the dermal layer of the skin to promote the regeneration of collagen and elastin. However, a thorough understanding of each patient’s skin condition, the depth of wrinkles and the degree of loss of elasticity is essential. Therefore, it is essential to decide on the procedure after receiving personalized advice under the guidance of a specialist with rich clinical experience.

Director of the Oksu-dong Trie Department of Dermatology, Shin Dong-yoon