What are exosomes?
Exosomes are nanometer-sized packages of bio-molecules that are released by virtually every cell type in the body. Once thought to be just a refuse disposal system for cells, exosomes are now known to be key mediators of cell-to-cell communication, delivering a distinct cargo of restorative lipids, proteins and nucleic acids that reflects their cell of origin. When exosomes are released by regenerative bodies such as stem cells they are potent drivers of healing and repair.
Benefits of exosomes in general medicine
Exosome therapy is a highly targeted, flexible treatment for conditions like osteoarthritis, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal injuries and ailments such as Parkinson’s and Lyme disease. Genetic disorders, chronic and degenerative diseases, and the natural aging process can all inhibit your cells’ ability to communicate. Exosome therapy improves the communication channels between cells to stimulate healing. Exosomes released by young stem cells have shown to be very powerful in stimulating regenerative processes in the body.
Exosomes for skin and hair treatments
Exosomes can be used for reinvigorating aging, sagging facial skin and for stimulating hair growth. The results of these treatments can change the look of your skin, making it tighter and brighter. Many people have found that this treatment is a better fit for them than the use of harsh chemicals or more invasive treatments. For hair loss, exosome therapy targets and stimulates hair growth by delivering numerous growth factors into the fair follicles. These treatments are a highly advanced innovation in regenerative medicine and have been shown to not only promote hair growth but also increase its density and strength.
The goal of regenerative medicine is to roll back the effects of age by utilizing the body’s natural healing and regenerating capabilities. The discovery of the power of exosomes is making a vital contribution to this field and when used cosmetically, exosome therapy can positively affect healing, collagen and elastin regeneration, leading to the improved appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and overall skin texture and health.
Exosomes are featured in these Hayes Valley Med treatments and products:
- (plated) Skin Science – the first and only topical skincare product harnessing the power of platelet-derived exosomes.
- Hair Restoration with Exosome Serum
- InfiniViveMD Exosome Serum – injected or applied topically as an add-on to your microneedling, plasma, or laser treatment.
- Exo Elixir Regenerative Serum – injected or applied topically as an add-on to your microneedling, plasma, or laser treatment.
