The quest for preternaturally alabaster- like skin has given rise to a slew of facials in the recent past – with most of it encompassing a host of eyebrow raising components. Of the lot, which has been buzzed about for quite a while in the beauty and cosmetic industry, sheep placenta facials top the chart – and with good reasons. Celebrities like Victoria Beckham and Donatella Versace allegedly swear by the treatment, courtesy the fact that the procedure promises an immediate sheen and youthful glow.
A deeper look into the Sheep placenta facial treatment gives us the following details: These facials are usually a unique blend of nutrients derived from the placenta of the animal infused, with organic peels. The procedure entails a basic round of skin polishing, followed by the application of the placenta peel mask.
For added effect, dermatologists have also begun to add 24-karat gold flakes with the mix. The facial skin is then subjected to LED light for a couple of minutes to facilitate better absorption. Since the procedure has no downtime as such, patients have the luxury of coming in for a sitting whenever they wish, sans a stipulated time.
It is important to note that sheep placenta facials, in particular, are known to boost the skins elasticity and help fight inflammation. Mainly because, sheep placentas are rich in anti-oxidants, nucleic acids (RNA and DNA), senescent cell activating factors and amino acids that are armed with great benefits. Moreover, since the sheep's placenta stem cells are identical to human stem cells, it is a protein base that is close to our own cellular make-up.
This enables the body to absorb its nutrients a lot more than usual. Resulting in which, the proteins go to work at an intracellular level, and not just on the surface.
Owing to a host of benefits that range from revitalising the skin and reducing the appearance of uneven pigmentation, freckles and crow feet to regulating the sebum production and open pores; the procedure is cost-effective and shows immediate results. So whether you want to indulge in a detailed skin pampering or are on the lookout to experiment, keeping the best interests of your skin in mind, you probably know it’s wise to look no further than this.
— The writer is a cosmetic surgeon.
