Answer:

Mesotherapy involves using microneedles to deliver nutrients such as hyaluronic acid (HA), peptides, or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the mesoderm. These active ingredients enhance moisture and elasticity, supporting skin recovery. HA, known for retaining water and maintaining smoothness, is often prioritized for weak, dehydrated skin. PRP, derived from a patient's own blood and rich in growth factors, contributes to tissue regeneration and promotes skin healing.

Skin previously affected by corticoids requires an assessment of its recovery level before mesotherapy. If you have treated corticoid-affected skin for approximately six months and are considering mesotherapy, the procedure may be an option. However, it is crucial to consult a dermatologist or aesthetic dermatologist at a medical facility. They will assess your current skin condition to ensure it is sufficiently stable and safe before any procedural intervention.

A doctor prepares to administer mesotherapy to a woman. Photo: Tam Anh General Hospital.

Not all cases of corticoid-affected skin are suitable for mesotherapy. When the skin has progressed beyond the acute inflammatory phase—showing no redness, irritation, peeling, or inflammatory acne, and demonstrating improved skin thickness—a doctor may consider recommending injections with gentle active ingredients to support faster recovery.

If the skin remains thin, sensitive, easily irritated, or is in an unstable inflammatory or damaged state, mesotherapy could increase the risk of complications such as prolonged irritation, infection, or delayed recovery. In such instances, non-invasive methods like electrophoresis, combined with treatments to restore the skin's protective barrier, are often prioritized.

The timing of discontinuing corticoids also requires careful consideration, as sudden cessation can lead to a "rebound effect," causing inflammation to flare up again. Patients wishing to stop corticoids should follow their doctor's guidance and only consider mesotherapy once their skin has stabilized.

Master, Doctor, Level I Specialist Tran Nguyen Anh Thu

Department of Dermatology - Aesthetic Dermatology

Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City