One of the main procedures of cosmetology is cleaning the face, which is intended for cleansing the skin from dead cells, comedones, sebum, dust. Thanks to this procedure, deep purification of the pores takes place, which in the future allows the skin not only to breathe better, but also to absorb into the deeper layers nutrient components of cosmetics.
Currently, several methods of cleansing the face are known, and an experienced cosmetologist can determine which one should be applied in each specific case - depending on the type and characteristics of the skin.
Benefits of atraumatic facial cleansing
Atraumatic facial cleansing is a modern, most safe and rather effective method of purification. Unlike the manual method, in which the pores are cleaned by hand, or by ultrasonic and vacuum methods, in which the skin is cleansed with facial cleansers, this method is called noncontact. In this case, there is no gross mechanical effect on the skin, it is absolutely not injured, there are no side effects in the form of redness, a feeling of tightening the skin, irritation, puffiness, etc. That is, right after the procedure, you can start daily activities. This is a painless procedure that is suitable for almost everyone, regardless of skin type, tanning, age, and can be used even in the presence of couperose.
Methods of atraumatic facial cleansing
Atraumatic facial cleansing is a procedure for deep cleansing of the facial skin, which is performed in several stages. The effect is achieved due to the effects of drugs that dissolve comedones, reducing pores, as well as possessing a powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-edema and resorption action. It is quite good atraumatic cleansing of the face on professional cosmetics Holy Land (Israel). Depending on the season and the existing skin problems, an individual cleaning program is selected. As a rule, the program includes the following stages:
- make-up and cleansing of the skin with the use of products that have a mild cleansing, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect;
- exfoliation of horny flakes by means of peeling, which contains, in the main, a complex of fruit acids;
- non-traumatic warming of the skin with a lotion containing isopropyl alcohol, camphor and menthol (antiseptic and antimycotic action), as well as a special oily solution that dilutes the contents of the sebaceous gland ducts;
- skin cleansing with an enzymatic preparation reminiscent of the properties of the peeling gommage, which is applied to the face under a warm compress, and after drying, it rolls, releasing the contents of the pores;
- Mask for tightening pores in accordance with the type of skin (it can also include moisturizing, nutritious, disinfectant, vasoconstrictor, soothing components);
- toning the skin with lotions;
- moisturizing and regenerating the skin - restoring the water-lipid protective face film with the help of a cream, gel or other means;
- application of antiseptic powder to prevent infection of the treated skin surface.
The total duration of the procedure for deep atraumatic cleansing of the face is 1.5 - 2 hours.
For several days after cleansing, it is undesirable to be in the sun, to visit a sauna or a bath.
Contraindications to atraumatic cleaning
Before starting the procedure, testing should be carried out to identify possible allergic reactions to the components of the agents used. If there are acute inflammatory processes with the procedure, it is worthwhile to wait.