4 methods of facial cleansing in a salon – which one is best for you?

In the modern world, skin health is not the last priority, since the air in big cities significantly spoils the condition of the epidermis.
Blackheads, wen and pimples cause girls a lot of problems, so they have to look for more and more new ways to clean their face. So, what salon methods of facial cleansing exist, and which one is better to choose?

So, what is this procedure?

• The master cleanses the skin of blackheads and pimples, both with his hands and with the help of certain tools.
• Before the procedure, the facial skin is steamed. The procedure itself lasts about 20 minutes, because it is during this period of time that the pores are open.
• First, the master will cleanse the skin by using a special strainer (sponge) to remove all dead cells and excess fat.
• Next, the cosmetologist proceeds directly to cleansing the pores. The most important thing is that everything is done with sterile instruments and exclusively with the help of special napkins.
• If more than 20 minutes have passed and the face has not yet been cleaned, then another hot compress is applied. Without this compress, the procedure will be painful and ineffective.
• After the skin cleansing process is completed, several masks are applied to the face in succession: first a disinfectant, then a vitamin one, and then a moisturizer.
• It is worth saying that this procedure leaves behind red marks, dots and marks that will be visible for 1-2 days after the procedure, so you should not do it on the eve of an important event.
• Also, after the procedure, you should not wash your face for 12 hours, and for the next 3 days it is better to refrain from sunbathing and using chemical cosmetics.
• The cost of this procedure is 1000-2000 rubles.

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It is not recommended to carry out facial cleansing without appropriate qualifications. However, not everyone follows these recommendations. Some people don’t turn to cosmetologists on principle, some are embarrassed, and some simply save money. Be that as it may, you need to be prepared for the consequences. Home cleaning may have side effects. Sometimes very serious.

To minimize the risk (but not eliminate it completely), you should pay attention to the rules for home cleaning:

Rule #1. Prepare your skin. To do this, you need to apply peeling to your face. This preparation is also the first stage of cleansing: it exfoliates dead cells and “lifts” blackheads from the deep layers of the epidermis. Not just any peeling is suitable. It needs to be soft. Don't immediately expose your skin to stress. The ideal option is a product based on fruit acid.

After peeling, you need to open the pores. A vaporizer or a regular steam bath will help with this. If you choose the second option, you can add an herbal solution or tea tree essential oil to the boiling water. This way you can not only help the skin, but also benefit the entire body, because inhalations are beneficial. You should not keep your face close to boiling water; the optimal distance is 40-50 cm.

Rule #2. Don't touch your face with your hands. Even if those hands are thoroughly washed. As already mentioned, absolute sterility cannot be achieved at home. For cleaning you can use:

• Disposable gloves;
• Napkins;
• With special devices: a Vidal needle or an UNO spoon.

The procedure is carried out gently, gradually. The face needs to be divided into zones: first the nose, then the chin, then the forehead and cheeks. You need to be very careful when squeezing. This statement is not a marketing ploy in defense of cosmetologists.

History knows examples of the sad consequences of home cleaning. For example, Ekaterina Pavlovna, Queen of Württemberg, died from squeezing out a pimple on her upper lip with a needle. Since then, the area of ​​the nasolabial folds has been called the “triangle of death”, and it is better to avoid it.

Rule No. 3. After the procedure, you need to wash your face with cool water to close the pores. This way dust from the air will not get into them. Then treat your face with any antiseptic solution. A little later you can make a soothing mask. Cosmetologists also recommend not using decorative cosmetics for the face (foundation, powder, concealer, etc.) for 5-7 days after cleansing.

So, what types of peels are there, and who are they suitable for?

• Mechanical peeling (brossage). This peeling is performed using a special brush with a rotating head. For brossage, scrubs with microscopic crumbs of fruit seeds, coffee or nuts are specially selected. After steaming the skin, a 10-minute procedure. Mechanical peeling gets rid of all unevenness and can even remove scars, if such a task arises. The procedure lasts from 20 to 60 minutes. Cost: 500-1500 rubles
• Chemical peeling. Chemical peeling is divided into medium, deep and superficial. Pre-cleaned skin is wiped with special solutions containing various acids. Chemical peeling is more suitable not for cleansing the skin of impurities, but for getting rid of small scars, scars and everything else that spoils the even skin tone. The procedure takes from 30 minutes to an hour. Cost: 1500-3000 rubles.
• Fruit peeling. This type of peeling is the safest and most enjoyable, as the skin recovers quickly after the procedure. Natural fruit acids are used for cleansing. Wine, milk, glycolic , apple and lemon peels are popular. It should be said that this peeling has a very strong rejuvenating effect. The procedure lasts about 20-25 minutes. Cost: 1500-2000 rubles.
• Diamond peeling. This procedure is new in modern salons, but it is already very popular. During the procedure, the skin undergoes a polishing process using diamond dust. Cells are renewed, but the skin itself is not damaged. The procedure lasts from 40 minutes to 1.5 hours. Cost: 1500-3000 rubles.

It should be noted that any type of peeling is contraindicated during pregnancy or lactation, herpes, allergies to peeling components, as well as open wounds and exacerbation of acne!

If there are benign or malignant formations, warts or moles , then peeling should also be abandoned.

How to prepare your face for cleansing

No home preparation is required for cleansing the skin. The client does not need to steam or remove makeup herself: the specialist will do this.

Preparation for skin cleansing in the salon includes the following steps:

1. Thorough disinfection of instruments. The specialist treats metal instruments for manual procedures, attachments for cosmetology devices and his own hands with an antiseptic solution, and then puts on gloves.
2. Makeup removal, cleansing. The cosmetologist applies a professional mask or lotion to dissolve the remnants of decorative cosmetics, sebum, and impurities.
3. Softening of the stratum corneum. The master expands the client's pores for easier and more effective cleansing. This is done using hot steam, water compresses, special masks and gels with a warming effect. Cold hydrogenation can also be used if the patient suffers from rosacea.

In addition, some salons may use brushing or brossage. This is the treatment of the skin with rotating brushes or sponges, similar to devices used for home cleansing.

So, what types of hardware facial cleansing exist, and which one is better to choose?

• Brushing. This is a brush peeling, carried out using a special cosmetic device to which brushes are attached. Using these brushes, the upper layer of the epidermis is cleaned, dead skin cells are removed, blood circulation improves, and the cells begin to regenerate faster. This method is suitable for girls with sensitive flaky skin who do not have severe problems and inflammation, since brushing does not give a very strong and short-term result. This procedure takes from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the attachments. Cost of one procedure: 500-1000 rubles.
• Ultrasonic hardware facial cleansing. Ultrasound has a powerful anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and cleansing effect on women's skin, increases skin firmness and elasticity, and also tightens pores, preventing the appearance of acne and blackheads. If you have sensitive skin, then this method will suit you, since ultrasonic cleaning is much more gentle than manual cleaning. The master performs this procedure using an ultrasonic scrubber, which he moves over the surface of the facial skin for 15 minutes. Then a soothing gel mask is applied to the skin. The entire procedure takes from 40 to 60 minutes. Cost of the procedure: 2000-3000 rubles.
• Vacuum cleaning. A procedure ideal for all ladies with oily skin, blackheads, acne, as well as women with aging skin. The procedure itself involves drawing out the contents of clogged pores through a special apparatus equipped with a vacuum tube. First, the master steams the skin to open the pores, and then carries out the procedure itself, which is almost painless. It should be noted that after this cleansing, the result is immediately visible - the complexion improves and evens out, the elasticity of the skin increases significantly, and all blackheads disappear. The procedure lasts from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on skin problems. Cost of the procedure: 2000-3000 rubles.
• Galvanization. This procedure is performed when using a device that produces low-purity current. The current painlessly softens sebaceous plugs, opens pores, eliminates impurities and melts sebum. At this moment, the cosmetologist removes all impurities with a cotton pad. The procedure requires consultation with a specialist. Galvanization lasts from an hour to two. Cost of the procedure: 1000-3000 rubles.

The benefits and harms of mechanical cleaning

For this type of cleaning, there are two indications: open and closed comedones, in other words, blackheads and white papules. They are assessed as a mild degree of rash and completely allow for cleaning; if the acne is in the stage of inflammation, then mechanical cleansing of the face should be postponed. The benefits of this procedure are simply obvious, because with it you can achieve cleansed pores and noticeably refresh your appearance, moreover, the result lasts a long time and no home care cosmetic product can replicate it.

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But, do not forget that in some cases, facial cleansing can cause significant harm; people in the danger zone are those who:

• They do facial cleansing on their own without following hygiene standards;
• The procedure was performed when there are purulent rashes and any other inflammations on the face. This is a rare case, because any qualified cosmetologist will refuse to perform the procedure on damaged skin and will initially prescribe treatment;
• People whose skin is prone to scarring should also not use mechanical facial cleansing.

Separately, we note that this is a very painful procedure and after it the face will be inflamed red for a couple of days, and you should refrain from exposure to direct ultraviolet rays, so the best time for the procedure is considered to be autumn and the end of winter. Cosmetologists believe that mechanical facial cleansing is the most effective in the fight against skin impurities, because not a single device can compare with the manual work of a master.

How does this procedure happen and who is it suitable for?

• Masks are selected personally for each girl , taking into account her skin type, problems with it, and also taking into account the desired result.
• The film mask is applied to the face, previously steamed or warmed with special creams.
• Masks are applied for 20-40 minutes. During this time, the components penetrate the skin, dissolving sebaceous plugs, wen and blackheads.
• After the procedure, the skin immediately becomes clean, soft and elastic, but the result of the procedure is short-lived.
• This method of facial cleansing is suitable for absolutely all girls , since the composition of the mask is selected for each skin type separately.
• The cost of this procedure: 300-1000 rubles, depending on the composition of the mask.

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