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In the modern world, atraumatic facial cleansing is a popular and sought-after procedure. This is a superficial chemical peel, which is carried out with the help of various weakly concentrated acids. Most often, fruit acids are used for this. It is important to understand that this type involves exposure only at the level of the epidermis.
Atraumatic cleaning cannot be called a new procedure, because it has been used for a very long time. This method of cleansing the face without damaging the upper layer of the skin is gentle, and allows you to get rid of excess sebum and other impurities. The procedure should be carried out on previously cleansed and steamed skin. The acids that are used during cleansing very delicately cleanse the pores and help exfoliate dead cells. As a result, the skin begins to “breathe” better, blood circulation and metabolic processes normalize, black spots, inflammation and acne disappear.
Operating principle
When steaming, the pores begin to open, which contributes to the fact that the active substances of the acids used penetrate into the deep layer of the epidermis. Intercellular bonds begin to weaken, and keratinized particles are exfoliated. At the same time, pollution softens, the structure of sebum changes. Accordingly, the ducts of the sebaceous glands are cleansed and superficial comedones disappear. Part of the dirt that clogged in the pores finally comes out during the procedure.
The action of the acids used is to stimulate the process of tissue growth, increasing their volume. As a result, rejuvenation of the cellular composition, activation of the synthesis of elastin and collagen, elastic skin and smoothing of shallow wrinkles. The skin becomes moisturized due to the presence of a natural moisturizing factor in young cells.
Applicable acids
The choice of acids plays a very important role. First of all, it should depend on the existing problem and the condition of the skin. The efficiency of the whole process depends on the choice of acids. For superficial peeling, lactic, malic, tartaric, citric and other acids are used. Lactic acid can be obtained from sour milk or blueberries, tartaric acid from wine and grapes, malic acid from sugar maple or apples, and citric acid from pineapple and all citrus fruits. If a person has rather problematic skin and excess sebum, the most correct option in this case is salicylic acid. It has an antiseptic effect, remarkably cleans pores, removes mechanical impurities.
Glycolic acid is an acid that is quite effective for cleansing the face. The molecules of this acid are the smallest among the molecules of other acids. Therefore, the substance penetrates the layers of the skin faster and better, and the cleansing effect is immediately noticeable.
Citric acid is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes the accumulated radicals in the skin. The acid has an antibacterial property and helps to fade age spots.
Malic acid is a substance that stimulates the production of collagen, thanks to which the process of skin regeneration is accelerated. It has antibacterial and antioxidant properties, protects the skin from the effects of external negative factors and fills it with essential trace elements. Each acid has its own specific benefits. Lactic acid moisturizes the skin well, tartaric acid whitens and eliminates age spots. Apple – restores important processes in cells and saturates them. Retinoic acid is especially effective in the treatment of acne and pimples. This is due to the fact that the level of sebum is normalized and the thickness of the stratum corneum is reduced.
The most effective use of acids in the complex. Vitamins are often added to them: vitamin A, E. To achieve a lifting effect and deep skin hydration, hyaluronic acid can be added to the mixture. No less good effect gives arbutin. It is somewhat similar to the action of lactic acid. Lactic acid combined with arbutin helps even out skin tone and is ideal for use after acne treatment.
Indications and contraindications
Atraumatic cleansing is performed for the following skin problems:
- external pollution, enlarged pores, age spots;
- pimples, blackheads, blackheads;
- scars, cosmetic defects, skin irregularities;
- oily skin, dryness, unhealthy complexion;
- signs of aging, seborrhea, wrinkles.
Despite the fact that atraumatic facial skin cleansing is one of the most gentle procedures, it still has a number of contraindications. First of all, this is an individual intolerance to the components used and an allergic reaction. In addition, it is impossible to carry out atraumatic facial cleansing if a person has some dermatological diseases: eczema, herpes, purulent skin lesions, psoriasis. It is not recommended to carry out the procedure for people with cuts, abrasions, burns, scars, as well as if there are large moles and neoplasms on the face.
Preparation and procedure
Each person should understand that only a cosmetologist who knows and understands all the subtleties in this direction should carry out such procedures. Before starting a non-traumatic facial cleansing, the cosmetologist must examine the patient’s skin in order to determine its type and identify problems that need to be addressed. Based on this, the doctor will be able to choose the right remedy.
The day before the procedure, a test should be carried out that can determine a possible allergy. This happens quite simply: a small amount of the product is applied to the elbow and left for the time that the usual procedure involves. Over the next day, you should observe the reaction of the skin. If a person has severe redness, burning or itching, and all these manifestations do not stop within a few hours, then this person should not carry out the procedure.
Atraumatic facial cleansing consists of several stages:
- The beautician must clean the face of the patient. To do this, a special gel is applied to the skin, which dissolves sebum, removes all impurities and cosmetics. Next, the agent should be removed with a cotton pad.
- After that, peeling is applied with fruit acids. To do this, a mask is applied to the face, which consists of a weakly concentrated solution of one of the fruit acids. These acids help cleanse impurities, soften the skin, dissolve fat and remove dead skin cells. The most commonly used is glycolic acid.
- Next, a repeated peeling with fruit acids is carried out. In this case, more concentrated solutions are used; lemon, apple, raspberry juice, natural fruit extracts, fig and papaya enzymes can be added to the mixture. The beautician must apply the solution gently, with massage movements. This will improve microcirculation and increase the contact of the drug with tissues. This stage involves heating tissues, enlargement of pores and dissolution of fats. The choice of solution and its concentration depends directly on the type of skin. If the skin is dense and porous, then they stop at well-concentrated formulations. They remove comedones more easily without squeezing them out.
- Next is an enzymatic peel. At the heart of this stage is whey protein. It is with its help that all the impurities that remain in the skin pores are removed and the skin is moisturized.
- The fifth step is hydration. It is carried out using a compress of wet wipes, which is applied for 10 minutes. The skin should then be cleansed and a soothing lotion applied. It has wound healing and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Next, you need to apply a soothing mask. Besides the fact that it has an anti-inflammatory effect, it also affects the closure of pores.
Some salons offer this procedure in conjunction with ultrasonic cleaning. The duration of the procedure can be either 20 minutes or 1 hour. It all depends on the characteristics of the individual’s skin and existing problems. It should be noted that the effect of atraumatic facial cleansing is noticeable for a long time. If a person has chronic acne, then it is recommended that he clean it once a month until the desired result is achieved. If a person’s goal is to maintain a positive effect, and at the same time he has oily skin, then the procedure should be repeated at least 1 time every three months, if the skin is normal or dry – no more than 1 time in 1 months.
Atraumatic facial cleansing can be described as a procedure that has a minimum of contraindications and prohibitions, it can be prescribed at any time of the year and is indicated at any age. Atraumatic cleansing of the facial skin allows you to completely abandon the use of a vaporizer and carry out the procedure for people with any skin type.
Advantages
The main advantage of atraumatic facial cleansing is the absence of mechanical impact on the skin and its damage. During the procedure with the use of fruit acids, the skin does not give in to squeezing, does not stretch, and also, it does not leave scars and small wounds. After cleaning, there is no swelling, redness. Outwardly, it is generally imperceptible that any manipulations were carried out, therefore, after the procedure, you can safely go about your business.
This gentle treatment leaves the skin smoother and more pleasant to the touch. It is immediately felt and noticeable visually. After cleansing, the skin looks healthier and appears younger.
One of the important advantages of cleansing is that it can be used by people with absolutely any type of facial skin. Peeling with fruit acids is indicated even for those people who suffer from rosacea and have a vascular cell on their face. Also, this procedure is prescribed by cosmetologists for those whose skin is very sensitive and reacts too painfully to the usual cleaning. Since all preparations used for peeling have antiseptic properties, the skin is not damaged during the procedure, and accordingly, there is no risk of infection.
Another advantage is painlessness. What frightens many people is that various types of cleansing and deep peeling are very painful procedures. Fruit peeling cleanses the skin without giving any painful sensations.
It is important to understand that all the advantages of the procedure and the effect of it are possible only if all the rules are observed. If a person does not have experience in this area, then you should not risk your own health. The most correct decision is to contact a cosmetologist who will be able to carry out the procedure in accordance with all the rules and with maximum benefit.