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The French brand Vichy has launched the Normaderm Phytosolution series, which offers an innovative approach to problematic skin. What is it and in what products is it embodied?
What is problem skin
Problematic skin is considered to be oily skin, prone to acne, comedones (the appearance of black dots and rashes). The main reasons for these phenomena are known:
overactive sebaceous glands that produce too much sebum;
thickening of the stratum corneum of the epidermis and the accumulation of keratin scales in the sebaceous ducts.
As a result, the pores are clogged, a sebaceous plug is formed – an ideal environment for the vital activity of propionobacteria acne, causing the formation of inflammatory elements – acne.
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Components in cosmetics for problem skin
Traditionally, cosmetic products for problem skin care are aimed at exfoliation, absorption of excess sebum, seboregulation and include the following components:
exfoliating acids, in particular salicylic, which also has antibacterial activity.
drying (zinc, alcohols);
matting (absorbent clays, perlite mineral).
The trend of recent years is an integrated approach to problem skin, because it needs not only to “dry”, but still moisturize, like any type of skin. Skin care brands are developing new formulas that include hydrating agents and pH-balancing ingredients to help maintain optimum levels of hydration.
All skin types need moisture.
Problem skin and microbiome
The imbalance of the skin microbiome can contribute to the violation of the protective function of the skin, its barrier. It becomes vulnerable to negative factors, both external (improper care, poor ecology) and internal (stress), which can become provocateurs of new imperfections.
Vichy products for problem skin
The Vichy brand has developed an expert protocol for the care of problem skin. It is represented by the brand’s expert dermatologist Victoria Klishko.
In line Normaderm a special series Phytosolution with a probiotic derivative, which is aimed at correcting imperfections. So far, the gamma is represented by two means – for cleansing and for care. Active Ingredients:
salicylic acid – has an exfoliating effect;
a derivative of the probiotic Vifidus – helps to strengthen the protective barrier of the skin.
This combination allows us to talk about an integrated approach to the problem of acne. And now about each tool a little more.
Normadem Phytosolution Cleansing Gel for Problematic Skin
Qualitatively and at the same time gently cleanses the skin. The composition is supplemented by:
zinc salts (antibacterial action);
copper salts (restorative action).
Corrective care against imperfections Normaderm Phytosolution dual action
The lightweight formula aims to reduce imperfections, shrink pores, and combat oily sheen and dehydration at the same time. In addition to the key active ingredients – a probiotic derivative and salicylic acid – it contains:
hyaluronic acid – has a moisturizing effect;
kaolin – has a matting effect, reduces oily sheen;
vitamin C – provides an antioxidant effect, helps skin renewal.
When caring for skin with acne, it is important to prevent the appearance of post-acne. How to do it, Vichy expert, dermatologist explains Victoria Klisko.