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Facial skin cleansing is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. Salon facial cleansing is gaining great popularity today. All girls and women dream of being irresistible, and, as you know, problematic skin is the first obstacle on this path. This article will provide information about what salon facial cleansing is, its types and how it is carried out.
However, even professionals cannot agree on whether there is a need for it. The effectiveness and safety of cleaning depends on the chosen method, as well as on the qualifications of the beautician. Facial cleansing is the most requested salon procedure, which is carried out in order to cleanse the pores and give the face a fresher look. There are such types of cleaning: hardware or, manual and combined. Basically, all procedures are painless, but redness remains on the skin for a while.

Now more about each type.

Types of facial cleansing

vacuum cleaner

Namely: with the help of a special tube, a vacuum and pressure are created on a certain area of ​​the face. This procedure does not cause discomfort, but when the skin is very problematic, it is very difficult to clean the pores of the face to the end with its help. If, in addition, the skin is very sensitive, then after such a procedure, redness and swelling may remain on it, but literally in two or three days everything will pass. This procedure does not cause discomfort, but when the skin is very problematic, it is very difficult to clean the pores of the face to the end with its help. If, in addition, the skin is very sensitive, then after such a procedure, redness and swelling may remain on it, but literally in two or three days everything will pass.

Mechanical (manual) facial cleansing

Manual cleaning is done as follows: the pores are expanded with steam. Well, then, a well-known technique: with a high level of sterility, in order not to infect, the beautician squeezes out acne and some other imperfections on the skin with his hands. In this way, it is easiest to cope with oily and problem skin, it is the most effective for them. A serious competitor to manual cleaning is considered to be a hardware procedure for cleansing the face. Its difference is that the same actions are performed, only in this case without the hands of a beautician.

Mechanical facial cleansing is the most familiar and hackneyed method of dealing with skin impurities and inflammatory processes, in which the stratum corneum is exfoliated using special tools: brushes, Uno spoons and a strainer. Since there are more innovative ways to clean the face, this one is only used for very deep plugs and advanced cases of acne.

Benefits of facial cleansing

Regular implementation of this procedure will relieve rashes, pimples, comedones and acne. To date, this is the most effective method by which deep sebaceous plugs come out.

Harm from mechanical cleaning of the skin of the face

It is worth noting such negative factors as the painfulness of the procedure and the risks of bacteria and infections getting into the deep layers of the skin.
For a complete restoration of the face, a certain period will be required, during which you need to forget about such cosmetics as foundation and powder.
This method has many contraindications: heart disease, tumors, hepatitis, pregnancy and lactation. It is not advisable to carry out manual cleaning during menstruation.
There is also a risk of scarring, scars and holes on the skin, which is associated with a violation of the cleaning technology and the incompetence of the beautician.

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Benefits of dry skin cleansing

Many celebrities have noted the effectiveness of this procedure due to its gentle effect on the skin, after which it becomes radiant and smooth.
With superficial cleaning, pain is almost absent, and the recovery period of the skin takes no more than two days.

Harm from dry cleaning facial cleansing

Such facial cleansing, especially deep, has many contraindications, including diseases of the kidneys, heart and liver, as well as the presence of moles, cuts and herpes. In these cases, manipulation can only harm.

In order for the skin to please with a healthy, radiant look, procedures such as facial cleansing and exfoliation should become a habit. But it is very important to consult with a beautician before this and choose the type of cleaning that is most suitable for your skin type. Otherwise, there is a risk not only not to get the desired result, but also to aggravate the problem. At the end of the article, it should be added that facial cleansing is not recommended at home, it is better to contact a specialist. After visiting him and carrying out one of the proposed types of procedures, the skin will look great.

There are many ways to make the skin of the face "shine". But, nevertheless, the basic procedure for care is facial cleansing. According to cosmetologists, regular implementation of this procedure will help to avoid a lot of problems - remove age spots, get rid of closed (miliums, whiteheads) and open ("black dots") comedones and post-acne marks. The main thing is to choose the right method of purification.

Arguments for"

Easy to plan

The number and frequency of procedures depend on the age, condition and type of skin. So, women with dry skin are recommended to conduct sessions no more than 1 time per month, with a tendency to excessive secretion of sebum and excessive fat - 2 times a month. You should not abuse visits to a beautician, and here's why. With age, the period of renewal of skin cells lengthens. At the age of 15-25 years, it is approximately 21 days, at 25-35 years old - 28 days, 35-45 years old - 40 days. And during menopause, the renewal of all layers of the skin occurs in 100 days. Therefore, one procedure for women over 50 years old once every 3 months is enough.

Painless and atraumatic

Of course, this does not apply to mechanical types of purification. But if you have a normal skin type, hardware ultrasonic or vacuum peeling will help even out its tone and get a blush. The procedure is completely painless and takes about half an hour. By the way, regular sessions with a tendency to acne can be an excellent prevention of the disease. Of course, provided that there are no open foci of inflammation on the skin at the moment.

Inexpensive

The average cost of cleaning, whether manual or hardware, ranges from 1200 to 3000 rubles, depending on the popularity of the salon and its technical equipment, as well as the qualifications of a dermatologist.

Arguments against"

Doesn't always work

With oily skin type, “soft” ultrasound is not able to remove all impurities. The skin will turn a little pink, but it will not work to remove deeply “settled” comedones. The same applies to chronic inflammation, which can appear from time to time and worsen the appearance.

Long rehabilitation period

With manual and mechanical types of cleansing, it is impossible to maintain the integrity of the epidermis. Local redness will last at least 1-2 hours, and then crusts will appear in these areas, which cannot be combed and torn off, otherwise scarring is possible.

The skin will fully recover only after 4-5 days, but it often takes even a little more time - 7-10 days. Within 12 hours after the procedure, you can not use decorative cosmetics, dye eyelashes, eyebrows and hair. Also, fitness classes, visiting any thermal procedures (sauna, bath, hammam), swimming pool and solarium are not recommended (this provokes the appearance of age spots). For another 2-3 days, you will have to wipe your face with an alcohol-containing lotion and use special moisturizers, for example, with aloe vera or AHA acids.

There are contraindications

General (for any type of cleaning) include epilepsy, skin damage (wounds, abrasions), pregnancy, herpes, eczema, neurodermatitis, psoriasis, furunculosis in the acute stage. In the case of a mechanical method of cleansing, contraindications are dry skin, hypertension, bronchial asthma (severe pain can provoke an attack) and rosacea. With demodicosis, any kind of cleaning is prohibited, even a “light” ultrasound can increase irritation.

Summary

Manual facial cleansing is one of the most painful, but only with its help it is possible to get rid of closed comedones and even out the skin relief.

Hardware methods (exposure to ultrasound and vacuum) are suitable for people with normal skin types and have a positive effect on its condition in general, as well as improve turgor and elasticity.

Before you decide on a particular type of cleaning, consult a dermatologist. Do not prescribe procedures yourself or rely on the opinion of a friend.

Types of facial cleansing	pros	Minuses
Manual (mechanical) Classic method using special tools (un spoon, vidal needle, strainer)	Suitable for oily skin types. Recommended for non-inflammatory acne. Removes closed comedones, pustules. Breaks down acne scars	Soreness. Long rehabilitation period. Mandatory aftercare at home
Hardware The procedure is carried out using ultrasound and / or vacuum	Ideal for normal to dry skin painless Helps to get rid of "black spots" and enlarged pores	Does not remove closed comedones Vacuum cleaning is contraindicated in case of rosacea and a tendency to it
Disincrustation Use special skin-friendly chemicals (eg 5% sodium chloride, 1% sodium bicarbonate, 2% sodium salicylate)	painless Gentle gentle cleansing Has no recovery period	It will take at least 5-10 sessions to achieve highly visible results. Not recommended for dry and sensitive skin Does not remove closed comedones

Let's be extremely honest - cleaning the skin of the face does not apply to pleasant cosmetic procedures. And if for some it causes only slight discomfort, then others go to the beautician's office, as if to torture. Either a gentle massage or a moisturizing mask that saturates the skin with the desired moisture ... Unfortunately, neither expensive cleansers nor exfoliating creams can replace cleaning - they will not give a decent effect. And if they do, then, alas, not for long.

FIFTI - FIFTI ...

Cosmetologists still do not have a consensus on which method of cleaning is better and whether this procedure is needed at all. And so their opinions were divided exactly by half. So, 50% of independent professionals are firmly convinced that with regular and proper facial skin care, unpleasant manipulations using all sorts of spoons - hooks can be completely avoided. And to please yourself and those around you with a fresh and even complexion without scars and scars - the most common consequences of the inept hands of an unscrupulous cosmetologist. But what about the rest of the no less reputable experts who believe that only cleaning can keep the skin in decent condition? And that, they say, cosmetics is one thing, and a cosmetic procedure is completely different? And in fact, after all, with all our desire to cure ourselves a bad tooth, we are not able to. The opinions of professionals are a serious argument. And in order to find out which of them is closest to the truth, we will consider all the pros and cons of such a simple and at the same time very complex procedure - facial cleansing.

NOT WITH A SPOON, SO WITH A FINGER ...

The main purpose of facial cleansing is to rid the skin of the so-called "black spots" and all types of acne, the causes of which can be very different. From banal pollution to disruption of some endocrine glands. It is logical that blackheads and blackheads should be removed, if only because they give the skin an unattractive and neglected appearance. But then again - depending on how to remove ... Today, most salons practice mainly mechanical and manual types of cleaning. Which, in general, is quite understandable - fast, cheap, but ... angry. Read - painful and risky. Manual cleaning is a rather painstaking and long process, but every step is important in it. The cleansed facial skin is pre-steamed - in the language of professionals, this procedure is called "vaporization" - and then blackheads are squeezed out in turn with fingers wrapped in sterile wipes. The metal loop looks a little intimidating, but it helps to cope with deep-seated sebaceous plugs and significantly speeds up the process.

"PLUS". Removing black dots. "MINUSES". It hurts, and sometimes even very, literally to tears. Cosmetologists associate the appearance of tears with the impact on especially sensitive centers that are located on the nose. By the way, similar phenomena occur during plucking of eyebrows. But the main point lies not in the result, but in the consequences. Prepare in advance for the fact that for at least a day your face will not have a “presentation” at all. A red and swollen nose, spots and inflammation, small wounds - only a moisturizing mask or a softening tonic without alcohol can help. Too sensitive skin - and it may turn out to be oily - will burn, hurt and itch. But that's not all. Unfortunately, there is a risk of carrying all kinds of bacteria or, God forbid, infections on your renewed face, since during steaming the skin is completely defenseless. The infection can be introduced directly during the removal of blackheads. So make sure the cosmetologist has not forgotten to wipe the skin with a special disinfectant lotion, and at the end of the procedure, make a tightening and soothing mask. Unfortunately, the troubles don't end there. It is possible that the consequences of manual cleaning may appear much later, when, having approached the mirror, you suddenly find small but noticeable holes or, even worse, scars on your smooth face. This is also the result of the unfair work of a specialist, which will be much more difficult to eliminate than to avoid it. It is necessary to say a few words about vaporization, that is, about steaming. Have you forgotten that steam baths are strictly prohibited for those who have dilated blood vessels on their faces?

"VACUUM CLEANER"

Of course, compared to manual cleaning, vacuum cleaning may seem like a light massage to you, although it is carried out in the same way as manual cleaning, which means that the consequences may be the same. The only difference is that the cosmetologist does not work with his fingers, but uses a special tube, inside which an area of ​​​​low pressure is created, which somewhat reduces the risk of infection and injures the pores less. Thanks to this technology, sebaceous plugs are literally sucked out of the pores. However, many experts believe that vacuum cleaning does not always completely cleanse the pores of blackheads. On the other hand, with the help of such a tube it is quite easy to remove sebaceous plugs in places inaccessible for manual cleaning, so many cosmetologists successfully combine the vacuum method with the manual one. Only vacuum is used only in cases of slight contamination of the pores and with a limited number of pimples. By the way, he copes with “black dots” remarkably and completely painlessly.

ABOUT "SOUR FRUIT"

Chemical cleansing of the face using AHA (fruit acids) is a relatively new technique. No, you, of course, will not be smeared with fragrant strawberries, but a mask with a high content of glycolic acid is for sure. The mask will help open the pores and thus replace the steam bath. Then a composition with a higher acid content is applied to the face,
which warms the skin, and also softens and even partially dissolves fatty rods. The treatment ends with a soothing mask with a pore-tightening effect. "PROS". This cleaning method is officially recognized as the most non-traumatic. The recovery period in this case is also reduced to a minimum. And since fruit acids stimulate active cell renewal, the skin after such a cleansing looks very fresh. "MINUSES". It is almost impossible to remove all blackheads with fruit acids. So do not be surprised if most of the pimples remain in their "legitimate" places, although they become less noticeable. Remember that very sensitive skin can become irritated. But in general, the procedure is quite favorable and, most importantly, practically safe. If the concept of "acne" is unfamiliar to you, and you remember about pimples once a month, this method was invented especially for you. The rest will have to endure spoons and vacuums.

ION BEGINNER

Another method practically unknown to us is deincrustation, or ionization of the skin using a mask or lotion, depending on the condition of the skin. A special preparation, which is applied to the areas affected by acne, contains anti-inflammatory, wound healing and other components, the effect of which is enhanced by the action of galvanic current. At the same time, the contents of the pores are liquefied and drawn out. "PLUS". Non-traumatic and painless. However, in order to achieve a good result, the procedure must be repeated more than once or twice. And this pleasure is not cheap. "MINUS". The high price of the service. However, the conclusion is already clear - the less your skin suffers, the thinner your wallet will become. Therefore, when choosing the type of cleaning, it is sometimes useful to focus on the price list.

CLEAN, HOME ...

Can you get rid of acne at home? The answer is difficult, but possible. And you are deeply mistaken if you think that cleaning the house is not cleaning at all. Cleaning, only even more risky due to the lack of proper experience - of course, if you are not a practicing cosmetologist. Therefore, it should be approached with the utmost caution. In no case do not give in to the temptation to get rid of a completely harmless pimple in one fell swoop using the “handicraft” extrusion method. If you have taken up the procedure, then follow all its points.
Stock up on the necessary tools. In particular, soap, a linen napkin, a terry towel, a decoction of medicinal herbs (mint, chamomile, sage, plantain).
Pour hot, but not boiling water or a decoction of herbs into a deep bowl. Be careful not to get burned by the steam!
Cover your head with a washcloth or towel so that your face is also covered. Lower your face over the bowl and relax.
After 15 minutes, blot the steamed face with a paper or linen napkin.
Sit in front of a mirror and start brushing your skin. All actions must take place in absolute purity, otherwise infection or suppuration may occur. So, your hands should be sterile clean, and your nails should be short.
Put on a clean, pre-boiled gauze on your index finger and squeeze and squeeze out blackheads on both sides (with the fingers of your left and right hands). If the "landing" did not give up the first time, leave it alone.

To make cleaning more effective, pre-wipe the skin with lotion, alcohol or vodka, slightly diluted with water. The concentration of the solution depends entirely on the type of skin. So, with oily skin, substances containing alcohol can not be diluted with water, while with dry or normal skin this should be done without fail. Places especially affected by acne, first try to lather with soapy foam. To make blackheads come out as easily as possible, before you start removing them, try wiping them with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. This will dry out the skin a little, but it will protect against infections. If blackheads are well softened under the action of a bath, compress or rubbing, then squeezing them out is easy and simple. You can use the composition of 3% hydrogen peroxide, which moisten a piece of cotton wool, and then wipe the acne-affected area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin. White subcutaneous points can be pierced with the end of a needle, having previously calcined it over a fire or wiping it with alcohol or cologne. Cleaning should not be done several times a week, before and during menstruation. After the procedure, wipe your face with a neutral tonic without alcohol and try to do without cream. As a last resort, use a light, oil-free moisturizer. It is better not to go outside on this day, since the pores of the skin are now open to any infection that even ordinary dust can provoke. Single pimples are best not squeezed out, but treated with special patches. These small round stickers are impregnated with a therapeutic agent, due to which they intensively work deep into the sebaceous gland. The patch is glued overnight, directly on the problem area. As a rule, the result is noticeable after the first time.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CLEAN?

There is no unequivocal answer to this question here and cannot be. So, with purulent skin diseases, cleaning is not a whim, but a necessity. In this case, it is necessary to constantly be observed by a specialist who determines the number and regularity of procedures and controls the condition of the skin. In general, in any case, even if the skin is healthy and clean, a doctor's consultation will not hurt - he will determine the minimum procedures necessary for your skin and recommend different options. Sometimes a cleansing is really necessary - even though it may be a risk.
However, do not forget that there are a number of skin diseases in which it is simply contraindicated, for example, eczema, increased dryness, psoriasis, dermatitis, as well as allergic reactions. The advice of a beautician from the nearest beauty salon will also not be superfluous, but remember that the beautician is primarily interested in frequent visits to the beauty parlor, and it is quite possible that not all the expensive procedures offered to you are not so necessary. The most correct thing would be to consult a dermatologist who will objectively assess the condition of your skin and decide whether you really need cleaning or whether there is no problem at all. First of all, you need to be guided by your own feelings, then by the advice of a doctor, and leave the opinion of the cosmetologist “for later”. The advice of friends who have tried any procedure on themselves, of course, should be taken into account, but nothing more. Even if this or that method was positively evaluated by ten people, it is not at all necessary that it will suit you.

NOW, WHEN YOU HAVE READ ALL THE ASPECTS OF CLEANING, IT IS TIME TO SUM UP THE GENERAL RESULTS.

"FOR" CLEANING

Blackheads are potential sources of inflammation and need to be removed regularly. Otherwise, the process will begin to spread throughout the skin, which is fraught with a general infection. After the procedure, the skin becomes fresher, smoother, the pores begin to “breathe”. Finally, pimples and blackheads are simply unaesthetic. No, even the most skillful makeup is able to hide dirty skin and clogged pores. Of course, cleaning should not take place every day, and it is strictly forbidden to use dirty hands.

"AGAINST" CLEANING

During this procedure, a fairly large surface of the skin is treated, as a result of which the face turns red and swells for a couple of days. The effect of cleansing is enough for about a week, so the results of this procedure can only be enjoyed for two or three days. In addition, inept, or rather "crazy" hands can provoke the formation of small round scars, similar to enlarged pores. Due to steaming, the skin becomes dehydrated and becomes more fragile, and the effect lasts only a couple of minutes. So it turns out that the beautician cleans dehydrated skin with closed pores and impaired blood circulation. If an injury occurs during cleaning, the function of the sebaceous glands may eventually be impaired, and they will “work” with a vengeance. You run the risk of falling into a real "vicious circle" of constant purges. As you can see, the inequality between “pros” and “against” is obvious… However, it is up to you to draw conclusions and by all means - in the company of a dermatologist. Only then will they be correct, and the decision will be correct. We thank the cosmetologist Pronina Maria Andreevna for the help

Lydia KNYAZEVA

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Facial cleansing is not the most painless procedure. Someone goes for it with pleasure, and someone like torture. A massage or a mask is one thing, but, unfortunately, no cream or scrub can replace a facial cleansing. They certainly help, but for a certain time.

No one can say for sure whether such a procedure is necessary or not. Scholars are also divided. Half believe that proper skin care will help avoid such a procedure as facial cleansing. And the other half is sure that it is impossible to do without it, because we ourselves cannot cure a tooth. In order to understand who is right, you need to identify all the pros and cons.

What is facial cleansing? This procedure helps us get rid of acne or "black spots". The reasons for their appearance are varied. It can be both pollution and disruption of the work of any glands. It is clear that you need to get rid of such problems, because they give the skin a neglected look. But how? Many salons use a mechanical method of cleaning, that is, by hand. Such cleaning takes a lot of time, but is cheap. Before you start cleaning, the face is steamed, and then the fingers, which are wrapped in sterile wipes, begin to press the acne on the face.

This has its advantages - no acne. But there are downsides too. This is a very painful process, from which tears often appear. You need to be prepared for the consequences of such a cleansing. Since during the day your skin will not be marketable. It will be red, swollen, and even small sores may appear. You can deal with this with a moisturizer that will not contain alcohol.

Sensitive skin will burn, itch and hurt. But this is not the limit. After such a procedure, due to the fact that your skin was left without protection after steaming, you can take a number of bacteria with you, or even worse, some kind of infection. To prevent this from happening, you need to make sure that the beautician, after cleaning, treats the skin with lotion, and also applies a tightening mask. But that's not all. Consequences may appear later. Such as holes in the skin or small scars. It is very difficult to deal with this, but know that you should no longer go to this beautician who did the cleaning for you. And remember, if you have dilated blood vessels on your face, steaming is strictly forbidden to you.

Vacuum face cleaning

At first glance, this seems like a painless process. But this procedure is based on manual cleaning. So the consequences could be the same. The only difference is that a tube is used for cleaning.

It certainly does less damage to the pores. With this procedure, sebaceous plugs pop out like champagne corks. But many people think that it is impossible to clean all blackheads with such a tube, although it can remove blackheads in places that are hard to reach by fingers. In this regard, many cosmetologists combine vacuum cleaning with manual cleaning.

Chemical cleaning of the face

It is carried out with the help of fruit acids. This is a new method and if you think that you will be smeared with fresh fruit, then you are mistaken. And here they use masks containing glycolic acid. It will replace steaming. And then compositions with a high content of acids are applied to the face. These acids will warm the skin, soften it and help dissolve fatty rods. And at the end of the procedure, a soothing and pore-tightening mask is also applied. The advantage is that there are almost no injuries. But there are still downsides. It is impossible to get rid of all acne with this procedure. And if you have sensitive skin, then there may be irritation.

Disincrustation

This is the so-called procedure of skin ionization by lotion or mask. It depends on your skin. A special preparation is applied to the areas affected by acne and its effect is enhanced with the help of galvanic current. What is contained in the pores is liquefied and drawn out. The advantage is that there are no injuries. But the downside is the price. This is an expensive procedure. But remember that this procedure must be repeated several times.

Facial cleaning at home

Can this procedure be done at home? Of course. You just need to be extremely careful, since you have no experience. Let's consider this procedure point by point.

• You will need: soap, napkin, towel, decoction of herbs.
• Broth (hot) is placed in a deep bowl.
• cover your head with a napkin or towel so that your face is covered. We lower our face over the bowl.
• Keep it for 15 minutes, and then blot your face with a napkin.
• Sit in front of a mirror and start cleaning your face. Keep clean. Hands must be sterile. Nails should not be.

To make cleaning go better, wipe the skin with lotion beforehand. To get out the blackheads better, wipe them with a swab dipped in alcohol. After completion, wipe your face with a lotion that does not contain alcohol and do not immediately apply cream to cleansed skin.

Here are some tips. Which way you choose is up to you.

You can learn about how the mechanical cleaning of the face takes place from this video

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Mechanical cleaning of a woman's face is often compared to an execution. It lasts a long time, there are pain sensations, and the reflection in the mirror after the procedure resembles the picture of “swarm stings of bees”. Nevertheless, the number of women crossing the thresholds of clinics for this procedure, for some reason, does not decrease. What's the matter here? Women's propensity to self-sacrifice in the name of beauty, or "fierce" mechanical cleaning provides benefits that no other salon procedure can give? MedAboutMe tells the whole truth for those who are not ready to endure pain.

Who needs it, or why go through "purgatory"

Normally, the process of cleansing the skin takes place independently - in full and without unpleasant consequences in the form of blockage of pores. The secret of the sebaceous glands is produced in a moderate amount to ensure the elasticity of the skin and the protective function of the hydrolipid mantle of the skin. But in some cases, due to poor ecology, intense ultraviolet radiation, hormonal disorders, existing chronic diseases or the use of an improperly selected arsenal of cosmetics, the normal functioning of the sebaceous glands is disrupted. Skin secretion is produced in excess, which in turn leads to clogged pores.

Under the influence of air, sebum is oxidized - this is how comedones appear, colloquially called "black dots". If the skin secret accumulates not on the surface of the pores, but in depth, creating white papules, one has to deal with milia. And if an infection joins the sebum accumulated inside the pores, inflammatory elements are formed - acne or acne. Most often they are localized on the chin, nose and forehead, since there are more sebaceous glands than, for example, on the cheeks.

The task of mechanical cleaning is to rid the skin of everything unnecessary. But not in all cases it can help!

Mechanical cleaning of the face: indications

According to cosmetologists, about 65% of the population under the age of thirty suffer from acne (acne). This problem has a significant impact on a person's self-esteem, spoils plans and interferes with living for pleasure. In this situation, even painful procedures are perceived as a blessing, because after that - getting rid of aesthetic imperfections.

But, unfortunately, mechanical cleaning is effective in only two cases - when there are black spots and milia on the skin. The presence of inflammatory elements, the vascular network on the face and damage to the integrity of the skin is a contraindication. Just like the acute phase of existing chronic diseases, pregnancy and lactation.

Did you know?

Approximately 2/3 of the dust in our homes is keratinized dead skin cells. Every minute, the skin loses about 40 thousand scales!

How is the salon procedure carried out?

The first step is skin cleansing. Cosmetic cream, lotion or washing gel removes make-up and natural skin impurities.

At the second stage, the skin is prepared for cleansing the pores. To do this, use drugs that soften the skin secretion, for example, peels with fruit acids or enzymes. In some cases, they act "the old fashioned way", using a special device - a vaporizer (or vapozon). It is important to note that there are contraindications for the use of a vaporizer. The skin can not be steamed with vessels close to its surface, hypertension, bronchial asthma. Therefore, more and more often, beauty clinics use alternative sparing methods - for example, peeling.

The third stage of the procedure is pore cleansing. Since we are talking about mechanical cleaning, the secret of the sebaceous glands is removed with the help of hand pressure and (or) the use of a cosmetic spoon or loop.

At the end of the beauty session - disinfection, narrowing of pores and restoration. A lotion with antiseptic properties is applied to the skin and it is suggested to make a cosmetic mask (most often based on clay). The final touch is the application of a face cream (moisturizing, with a calming effect or with a cooling effect).

The sebaceous glands are located in the middle layer of the skin - the dermis. Not a single cosmetic product penetrates there. Even drugstore acne creams and ointments can't get there. All of them work on the surface of the skin.

Points for and against"

Mechanical facial cleansing is the most reliable and time-tested way to get rid of the imperfections of problem skin - black dots and white papules. At the same time, it works even when modern methods are useless, give a “misfire”. For example, if you have to deal with closed comedones, when clots of sebum accumulate inside the pores. In addition, mechanical cleaning is effective against wen. But it also has its downsides!

If the beautician does not take into account contraindications or his qualifications are questionable, cleaning is fraught with the spread of infection. In addition, in some cases, the procedure may be overshadowed by post-acne syndrome - that is, the appearance of stagnant spots, scars or hyperpigmentation at the site of removal of imperfections. To eliminate this problem, it is no longer possible to do without hardware techniques.

Expert commentaryMarina Shestova, dermatocosmetologist

Mechanical facial cleansing: arguments for and against:

1. Mechanical cleaning of the face is indicated for hyperkeratosis - a pathology in which a high rate of cell division of the stratum corneum is observed and at the same time their desquamation is disturbed. The skin of the face becomes gray. And the first thing that is recommended in this case is mechanical cleaning, which will get rid of the upper stratum corneum.

2. Clears clogged pores. Improves tissue respiration. Provides access to nutrients from creams and masks.

3. The aesthetic appearance of the skin is improved. It becomes smoother, even, without black dots, beautiful, healthy color.

You need to choose high-quality cosmetics that match your skin type. Twice a day - in the morning and in the evening, take time to thoroughly cleanse it, then use a tonic with anti-inflammatory properties.

When choosing face creams, it is better to give preference to those that are labeled non-comedogenic on the label - such products reduce the likelihood of clogged pores. 1-3 times a week, depending on the type of skin and its condition, it is useful to cleanse the skin with peelings and cleansing masks (clay-based, alginate).

If the above measures do not help or the skin condition causes concern, seek help from a beautician.

Did you know?

According to MD, dermatologist Yael Adler, the first step to getting rid of acne is to avoid products made from premium flour, sugar and trans fats, as well as milk (in large quantities). They should be replaced by healthy foods - vegetables, whole grains, fish and nuts.