Skin Elasticity Measurement
Product Details:
The skin elasticity measurement probe works based on suction, where negative pressure causes mechanical deformation of skin. This is similar to how the Cutometer from Courage+Khazaka works. The probe has a suction chamber connected to the main unit which has an integrated negative pressure cylinder that generates preset pressures of 150, 400, and 650 mbar. These pressures correspond to the Soft, Normal, and Firm settings available in the DermaLab Combo skin elasticity measurement module.
Once the measurement procedure is initiated, the suction chamber exerts negative pressure to create and elevation phase and a retraction phase. The resistance of the skin to the negative pressure and its ability to return to its original position are observed to determine firmness and elasticity. Elastic is the component in skin responsible for flexibility while collagen is responsible for retaining the shape of the skin. The DermaLab Combo system measures three important parameters:
i. Young’s elasticity modulus
ii. Skin retraction time
iii. Viscoelasticity
With these values, you get a good idea of the firmness and elasticity of the skin being analysed. Instead of the numerous parameters produced by the Cutometer, the DermaLab Combo produces only relevant parameters that are mostly used by skin researchers.