1. Generation of Plasma Energy:
- Jet plasma devices generate plasma, a highly energized state of matter. This plasma is created by ionizing a gas, typically using a high-voltage electrical current. The resulting plasma generates a small electrical arc or beam.
2. Plasma Interaction with Skin:
- When the plasma beam is applied to the skin, it delivers energy to the surface and the underlying layers. This energy induces a controlled micro-damage to the skin, without physically penetrating it. The energy penetrates the epidermis (outer layer of skin) and reaches the dermis (the deeper layer), causing controlled thermal injury.
3. Stimulation of Collagen and Elastin Production:
- The controlled injury stimulates the body’s natural healing response, leading to the production of new collagen and elastin fibers. Collagen and elastin are essential proteins that provide structure, firmness, and elasticity to the skin. As these fibers rebuild and reorganize, they tighten and firm the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
4. Skin Contraction:
- The heat generated by the plasma also causes immediate contraction of the existing collagen fibers in the dermis, which results in the skin appearing tighter right after the treatment. This contraction further contributes to the overall tightening effect.
5. Improvement Over Time:
- The effects of jet plasma treatments improve over time as the newly produced collagen matures and strengthens the skin’s structure. This leads to a gradual and natural-looking tightening and lifting of the skin.
6. Non-Invasive Nature:
- Unlike more invasive skin-tightening treatments, jet plasma does not require any incisions or direct penetration of the skin, making it a non-invasive option with minimal downtime.
In summary, jet plasma tightens the skin by stimulating collagen and elastin production through controlled thermal injury, causing immediate skin contraction and long-term improvements in skin firmness and elasticity.