Superficial peeling of the face

When there is a persistent feeling that you look unimportant and the skin has lost its luster and radiance, peeling comes to the rescue – the easiest and most effective way to bring your face to life. We tell you everything you need to know about surface peeling.

What is superficial peeling

Among all the existing methods to quickly and qualitatively change the condition of the skin, peeling is almost in the first place. Of course, we are not talking about deep peels, which literally remove the layer of the epidermis and require serious rehabilitation. This is a superficial procedure, the task of which is to “cheer up” the cells.

Peeling’s main responsibilities include:

  • exfoliation of dead cells;

  • smoothing wrinkles;

  • reduction in pigmentation.

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Mechanism of action

During superficial peeling, the bonds between dead cells are dissolved under the influence of acids. Since this process is quite traumatic for the skin, it simultaneously receives a signal to renew itself. This explains the peeling after any peeling.

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Peeling evens out skin tone and improves its appearance.

Peeling is one of the favorite procedures of cosmetologists. Even in the most advanced cases, you can bring the skin into good condition. The effect is especially obvious when it is necessary:

  • even out tone and texture;

  • smooth or completely erase superficial wrinkles;

  • lighten pigmented areas;

  • minimize the visibility of pores;

  • reduce traces of post-acne;

  • prepare the epidermis for a more serious cosmetic intervention.

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Efficiency

The effectiveness of surface peels based on fruit acids cannot be overestimated. After a course of procedures, especially in a beauty salon or clinic, when the effect of acids is supervised by a cosmetologist and their concentration is higher than in the composition for cosmetic peeling, the skin literally looks renewed and refreshed. Typically, a peeling course is 5-7 procedures, depending on the type of skin and existing problems.

The effect of any peeling is impossible not to notice.

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Varieties of surface peeling

In the matter of the impact strategy, you should trust the beautician. Choosing one or another method, he takes into account not only the condition of the skin at the moment, but also:

  1. type of seboregulation;

  2. sensitivity;

  3. age.

The following types of surface peeling are distinguished:

  • mechanical;

  • hardware;

  • chemical.

Let’s take a closer look at each type below.

Mechanical

The simplest type of peeling. Such peeling is a scrub or exfoliating cream with abrasive particles.

Hardware

If you are a frequent visitor to a cosmetologist, then you probably know that hardware techniques are becoming more and more popular. Such procedures are carried out in courses, but it all depends on the severity of the problem. Sometimes one session is enough, and sometimes the matter is not limited to five.

Chemical

One of the classic types of peeling for smoothing the skin relief, reducing the size of pores, lightening pigmented areas, giving freshness to the face. The most commonly used acids are:

  • dairy;

  • almond;

  • gluconolactone;

  • lactobionic;

  • magnesium ascorbyl phosphate;

  • ascorbic;

  • ferulic;

  • phytin.

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Stages of superficial chemical peeling

During the peeling, it is worth following the protocol of the procedure. If you are in the salon, then there will be four stages.

The peeling procedure is carried out according to a specific protocol.

Preparatory

The skin is thoroughly cleansed of make-up residues: the beautician removes make-up with cotton pads, then applies a cleanser, then a tonic solution that restores the pH of the skin.

Primary

A solution of acids is applied to well-cleansed skin with a brush. During exposure, tingling or tingling of the skin may be felt. Do not be afraid, this is how acids begin to work.

Neutralizing

After the set time, a neutralizing solution is applied to the skin, which normalizes the pH of the skin and helps restore the protective barrier.

Final

At the end of the procedure, a good moisturizer is needed, preferably with a high SPF factor. If it happens in the evening (this is the most optimal time for peeling) – a night cream.

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Overview of cosmetic products for superficial peeling

Exfoliating cleansing gel for daily use Biosource Daily Exfoliating Gelée, Biotherm

The Biosource Facial Cleansing Gel gently exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving all skin types looking fresh.

Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate, Kiehl’s

Active peeling takes place at night, accelerating the process of skin cell regeneration thanks to exfoliating components: quinoa husk extract, a mixture of fruit acids.

Mineral peeling mask “Double Radiance”, Vichy

Fruit acids and volcanic particles gently exfoliate and even out the texture of the skin, improving the complexion.

Soft scrub, La Roche-Posay

The composition of the product includes specially selected components that ensure high tolerability. The scrub gently exfoliates, cleanses and smoothes the skin.

Exfoliating facial scrub with absorbent charcoal, Garnier

Suitable for oily problematic skin. It has a triple targeted action against imperfections: cleanses pores by absorbing impurities and excess sebum, prevents acne, visibly reduces blackheads.

Serum Blemish & Age Defense, SkinCeuticals

The serum is based on acids: dioic, glycolic, salicylic and citric. Together, they act to even out the relief of the skin and reduce wrinkles.

Black peeling double action Pure Ritual, Helena Rubinstein

Enriched with Black Rice Extract, Nourishing Oils and Glycolic Acid, this peeling deeply cleanses and radiates the skin.

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Care after superficial peeling at home

Skin care after any peeling should be very gentle. But the main thing that is worth learning once and for all is that after any peeling, you must use a sunscreen with the highest SPF factor.
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Safety measures

Like any procedure, peeling has a number of contraindications. Here are the cases when peeling is not worth doing:

  • allergy or sensitivity to any of the peeling components;

  • active inflammation on the skin;

  • herpes in the acute stage;

  • wounds or cuts in the area to be peeled;

  • pregnancy and lactation;

  • neoplasms and warts;

  • rest at sea after peeling.

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Beautician advice

Elena Eliseeva, Vichy brand expertshares his recommendations.

  1. Moisturize your skin thoroughly between treatments.

  2. Products based on thermal water, hyaluronic acid, vitamins B5 and B3 will help reduce discomfort after the procedure.

  3. Avoid oily textures and greasy creams in an attempt to reduce peeling: this will negate the effect of the procedure.

  4. Before every step outside (even if the weather is overcast and generally winter), it is necessary to apply sunscreen with SPF 50+: this is the only way to prevent pigmentation.

  5. It is better to wash with micellar lotions, avoiding fatty milk and tap water. The first can clog open pores and “glue” back exfoliating keratinocytes, and the second, especially with an old plumbing, can greatly dry out already dehydrated tissues.

  6. Do not try to peel off the flaky skin (even if it comes off in layers and the hands themselves reach out to pick off the scales) and do not use scrubs: since the epidermis is thinned and injured, abrasions can be achieved.

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