Syneron Candela Ellipse Ydun Laser System

What is Ydun?

Although it may sound like one, no, Ydun is not a type of ramen.

Ydun Frax 1550 is Candela’s newest fractional non-ablative laser treatment for skin resurfacing. It improves skin texture and smoothens fine lines and wrinkles. The aesthetic device works great on acne scars, surgical scars, and striae (stretch marks) as well. To ensure patient comfort with each treatment, Ydun uses a patented SoftCool air cooling system.

Ydun is non-surgical, and the treatment requires no downtime. It is also virtually painless, as it does not ablate skin the way other lasers do. After your Ydun Frax 1550 treatment, you can resume your daily activities. The skin may feel sensitive for a few minutes, but this will go away after a while.

How Does Ydun Frax 1550 Work?

Ydun Frax 1550 works by delivering precise heat onto the skin by creating very tiny and controlled damage to the treated area. This will have a grid-like appearance on your skin. As heat is delivered to the skin, it stimulates skin tightening and enhanced production of collagen.

The controlled damage also triggers the skin’s natural healing and repair process. This process involves skin cell renewal and replacing old skin with new skin. As newer skin resurfaces, fine lines and wrinkles appear less noticeable and skin looks plumper and fresher.

The effects of Ydun Frax 1550 does not stop during the treatment. Improvement lasts for months as skin continues to repair and heal itself.

How Can Ydun Improve My Skin?

Here are the many ways that Ydun Frax 1550 can improve your skin:

1. Non-ablative skin resurfacing – improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
2. Striae (stretch marks) treatment – treats both pink and purple stretch marks to give you clear, smooth skin.
3. Scar treatment – smooths out facial scars like acne scars, icepick scars, rolling scars, boxcar scars, atrophic or hypertrophic scars as well as surgical or trauma scars.
4. Repair sun damage and minimize age spots – the sun’s harmful rays can cause skin damage and may result to darkening skin tone. Dark spots also start to appear. Ydun reduces the appearance of dark spots and other signs of sun damage on your skin.

Am I a Candidate for an Ydun Treatment?

Ydun is a great option for people who want the skin smoothening effects of a facelift surgery without the pain that comes with it. If this is you, the Ydun Frax 1550 treatment is a must-try.

Many patients with low tolerance for pain or are afraid of going under the knife also find Ydun treatments to be more comfortable compared to other skin resurfacing treatments. The SoftCool air cooling system makes this possible.

Ydun fractional laser treatments are generally considered safe for skin types I-V. For skin type VI, the effects are not as apparent.

What to Expect Before and During Ydun Treatment?

First time to try laser treatments? Here are some things you need to know before and during your Ydun treatment.

Before the Treatment

Before any treatment that uses laser, your healthcare provider will ask you a series of questions to determine how best to treat your skin condition. As each person is different, this is a necessary step to help healthcare providers give you the best treatment. Answer these questions truthfully to avoid unwanted effects.

The healthcare provider will also analyze the treatment area to see how much he/she will need to work on. Some skin issues require just 1-2 sessions while others may require more. This is a good time to let your doctor know if you are prone to breakouts and acne.

Before the Ydun treatment, the doctor will apply local numbing cream on the treatment area and let that sit for 30-40 minutes.

During the Treatment

The treatment takes anywhere between 15-45 minutes. The time it takes to complete the treatment depends on the size of the treatment area. As the doctor works on the treatment area, you will feel slight heat. The SoftCool air cooling system keeps the treatment comfortable for the patient. You may see redness after your treatment, but this should subside within a few minutes.

What to Do After Your Ydun Frax 1550 Treatment?

After the treatment you may feel like your face has been stretched. That’s the heat triggering your skin to start the healing and repairing process and produce new collagen. It’s important that you follow these aftercare tips to ensure best results:

1. Avoid sun exposure for up to 30 days. Use umbrella or stay in the shade during this time.
2. Use sun protection (minimum SPF 30) if sun exposure cannot be avoided.
3. Avoid picking on your face. Even if you did not have the Ydun treatment, picking on your face is always a no-no.
4. Moisturize your skin. Use non-comedogenic formulas and makeup that will not clog pores.
5. Improve your diet. What you put in your mouth affects your skin. If you keep putting junk, your skin will not get enough nutrients to keep itself healthy.
6. Quit smoking. Smoking contributes to cell degeneration. The body will need to work double-time to create new cells and collagen that makes you look younger.
7. Complete the prescribed number of sessions. Just because you see results, does not mean you have to stop the treatment.