Exfoliation, which is a medical and cosmetic term, means exfoliation of the epidermis. Its synonyms are peeling, ablation and abrasion. It can be used for all skin types – combination, oily, normal, couperose, sensitive and dry. It removes dead epidermal cells, lightens discoloration, reduces wrinkles, improves the condition and appearance of the skin and delays its aging. The acid exfoliation treatment should be tailored to the individual needs of the skin. Properly cared for skin means healthy and beautiful skin.
Depending on the method used to exfoliate the skin, the peeling is divided into:
- mechanical peeling – the most invasive peeling, also called dermabrasion or microdermabrasion (corundum, diamond or oxygen), which rubs the layers of the epidermis with special abrasive discs;
- chemical peel – i.e. chemabrasion with AHA (alpha-hydroxy acids), BHA (beta-hydroxy acids), PHA (poly-hydroxy acids), TCA (trichloroacetic acid) and enzyme peeling;
- physical peeling with the use of a laser or the use of cryotherapy.
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Other face and body scrubs are also noteworthy:
- Vianek soothing and smoothing body scrub for capillary and irritation-prone skin,
- soothing scrub for the scalp Vianek, which perfectly cleanses while minimizing dandruff,
- smoothing body scrub with carrots and oat flakes Green Lab,
- Vianek regenerating hand peeling, which brightens and smoothes the skin of the hands,
- cleansing face scrub Sylveco, which regulates the production of sebum and reduces the visibility of enlarged pores,
- smoothing face scrub Sylveco, which cleanses dry, mature, tired skin that requires regeneration,
- Aloesove body scrub, which regulates the work of sebaceous glands and protects the skin against premature aging.
Due to the depth of operation, we distinguish:
- surface peeling – works within the granular and horny layers of the epidermis;
- medium deep peeling – works within the epidermis and reaches the papillary layer of the dermis;
- deep peeling – works in the reticular layer of the dermis.
Acids that are used during exfoliation Chemicals are: AHA – malic, citric, mandelic, lactic, pyruvic and glycolic acid, BHA – only salicylic acid, PHA – lactobionic acid, glucoheptanolactone and gluconolactone and TCA – trichloroacetic acid. In exfoliation with acids, the most popular is mandelic acid, which has the strongest properties antibacterial. It is mainly used in the case of problematic skin types: sensitive, oily, combination, acne. Exfoliates gently, regenerates the skin, evens out its color, moisturizes, rejuvenates, and improves the overall condition of the skin. In addition, mandelic acid used during exfoliation inhibits seborrhea and narrows the pores.
Indications and contraindications for exfoliation
An indication to carry out such treatment, tired, dry and dull skin, oily skin, acne problems and seborrhea, discoloration and follicular keratosis occur.
Unfortunately there are also contraindications to complete exfoliation acids. These include rosacea, skin damage or its inflammation and irritation, eczema, herpes, mycosis, viral and bacterial skin infections, psoriasis, known hypersensitivity or allergy to acids. Exfoliation acids should not be performed in pregnant or lactating women and people who have undergone chemotherapy.
Acid exfoliation – effects
effectswe can expect from exfoliation acids, it is primarily normalizing and reducing the sebaceous glands of the skin, smoothing, moisturizing, lightening discoloration, unifying the color, reducing wrinkles, improving the absorption of nutrients contained in cosmetics. In addition, the treatment supports the production of elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid.
If we care about visible and felt effects, then we should perform such a procedure frequently enough, depending on its invasiveness and the choice of acid. The series consists of about 6-8 treatments with a weekly interval, but some are performed once a month for a period of 4 months. Usually exfoliation it is done in the autumn and winter period, when we are not exposed to sunlight. One week before the procedure, no other procedures can be performed exfoliating treatments.
Home exfoliation
Czy exfoliation at home is it possible to carry out? Of course. If you plan to perform the procedure yourself and for the first time, it is advisable to have knowledge on how to choose cosmetics suitable for your skin and whether there are any contraindications as to its conduct. If we are not sure about this method or we have any concerns about it, it is best to go to a trusted and proven beautician who will take care of your skin professionally. Currently, more and more ready-made products are available on the market exfoliation kits containing preparations necessary for the treatment and which you can successfully use on your own the comfort of your home.
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Execution exfoliation the home consists of several stages. Before starting the treatment, the face should be properly cleaned. The next steps are: application of an acid activator, and then application of the selected acid with a brush, omitting the skin around the eyes. Later, use an acid neutralizer and cleanse the skin afterwards. Finally, we use a nourishing and regenerating nourishing mask, and after washing it off a protective SPF cream, which should be used for some time after exfoliation chemical. It is essential to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations on the product’s leaflet or packaging.