Features of atraumatic facial cleansing

A woman's face is her calling card. Careful care for him, namely his cleansing, is an indispensable and very important ritual for every woman who respects and loves herself. Unfortunately, not all the fair sex can afford to carry out this rather painful procedure.

Some women, agreeing to a number of cosmetic procedures, are not able to endure "unbearable" pain sensations for them. For others, the presence of very sensitive skin or closely spaced vessels on the skin serves as a basis for contraindications to such cosmetic surgeries.

What is atraumatic cleaning

To date, there are quite a large number of various methods of cleansing and rejuvenating the face:

• hardware peeling;
• mechanical cleaning of the face;
• facial skin cleansing using the ultrasonic method;
• vacuum cleaning.

However, recent observations have shown that the most “soft", gentle and effective method is still an atraumatic method. Those women who have experienced this procedure more than once are convinced that over the past ten years this procedure has been one of the most effective and successfully performed cosmetic surgeries. What kind of method is this, what are the principles of its action and what results does it lead to?

At the heart of the atraumatic method of cleansing, or, as it is also called, superficial peeling, is a procedure that takes place with minimal trauma to the upper layer of the epidermis. In other words, the "operation" is carried out using all the necessary professional means, deeply, but very delicately. It is applicable to absolutely any type of skin, and during the procedure itself, pain or any other discomfort is completely absent.

The main difference between atraumatic facial cleansing lies primarily in the use of various acids. Visitors to salons using this technique should not be afraid of such unsafe consequences as burns, since the concentration of acids used is very weak. However, despite this, the skin is perfectly cleansed, and it does not leave any damage, swelling, cuts or bruises. Moreover, such a procedure as a result will “please” the weaker sex not only with fresh and rejuvenated skin, but also prevent irritation or allergic reactions on it.

So, atraumatic cleansing is a superficial facial peeling performed by a cosmetologist using several types of acids. Mostly only fruit acids are used:

• pyruvic;
• glycolic;
• dairy;
• salicylic;
• some other types of fruit organic acids.

The main goal of the procedure is to completely get rid of dead cells of the epidermis and sebum. At the same time, the metabolism is necessarily stimulated and all existing age and mimic wrinkles are removed.

The main stages of the procedure

It should be noted that the described procedure is carried out in several stages. These stages are in many ways similar to the stages of conventional mechanical cleaning:

1. Skin preparation

   . The initial stage of the procedure involves the removal of makeup from the skin of the face, as well as the removal of all existing surface contaminants.

2. Pore ​​expansion. To obtain the most effective therapeutic and cosmetic effect, you must first expand the pores. For this purpose, a warming mask is applied to the skin, since steam is contraindicated in the case of sensitive skin.

3. Acid application. The third stage is the application of acid. The principle of the third stage is the penetration of acid into the ducts of the sebaceous glands, the dissolution of impurities in them and the separation of the upper dead layer. The product is applied with light massaging movements so that the acid molecules penetrate the epidermis layer more easily and deeper. All this takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

4. Enzymatic peeling. Enzymatic peeling is based on the use of whey protein. The main task of this stage is to dissolve the contents of the pores.

5. Hydration. Moisturizing wipes are applied to the face, which are removed after 10 minutes, and the skin of the face is wiped with a lotion with an anti-inflammatory effect.

6. Soothing mask. Removing inflammation and closing pores with a soothing mask is the final stage of atraumatic facial cleansing.

Result

After the cosmetic procedure, within 2 days, the sebaceous plugs are resorbed, the pores are cleansed, and the face becomes noticeably lighter, fresher and younger. As a result of atraumatic cleaning:

1. The blood circulation of the skin is restored.

2. Cellular respiration is normalized.

3. Eliminates all redness, blackheads and inflammation.

4. The elasticity of the skin is restored.

5. Age-related dryness of the skin disappears.

6. Wrinkles are smoothed out.

To maintain the result obtained, it is recommended to carry out such cleaning of the face several times a year. However, it is not necessary to visit the salon for this. You can carry out a similar cosmetic procedure at home. If you have all the necessary cosmetics, and follow all the technologies during the procedure, then at home you can achieve stunning results.

Applicable acids

It is worth considering the fact that the positive result of the ongoing cosmetic procedure depends not only on how correctly and clearly the sequence of all stages of the cosmetic surgery is observed. It is very important to choose the right fruit acids depending on the medical indications. To do this, it is recommended to undergo a series of appropriate examinations that will help determine the type of skin and the presence of possible problem areas.

• Salicylic acid is a great option for women with oily skin types. This acid copes with various inflammations, pollution and controls the secretion of the sebaceous glands.

• Glycolic acid is the choice for all skin types. It easily penetrates into the very depths of the skin, has a cleansing effect and supplies the skin with all the necessary vitamins.

• Citric acid is ideal for both oily and combination skin. As you know, it is a natural antioxidant that perfectly fights pigmentation and signs of aging.

• Malic acid is a substance whose main purpose is to combat skin aging, as well as protect the skin from various external destructive factors.

• Tartaric acid is an ingredient used for uneven complexion. It helps to eliminate pigmentation, lighten moles and remove dead skin cells. With very dry skin, this acid is not recommended, as this procedure can cause a burn.

Main advantages and disadvantages

The procedure has both huge advantages and minor disadvantages. Its main plus, thanks to which many women prefer it, is painlessness. The applied fruit acids do not have a tightening effect. After the procedure, no cracks, wounds or irritations remain on the face. For many women, this is an invaluable advantage, since they can apply the cleaning procedure just before some important event.

An important advantage of such facial cleansing is the fact that a woman with any type of skin can resort to using this method. The procedure is indicated even for those women whose skin is particularly sensitive.

The preparations used during cleaning have disinfectant properties, so you should not be afraid of the penetration of various unsafe microorganisms.

The disadvantages are that atraumatic cleansing is not applicable in cases where the skin of the face is too dirty or suffers from the incessant appearance of comedones.

Such a procedure is not suitable for women suffering from allergic reactions, since strong adverse reactions cannot be avoided in this case.

There are a number of other disadvantages:

1. The high cost of the procedure.
2. Wasting a lot of time.
3. The possibility of exacerbation of dermatological diseases.
4. The need for repeated procedures.

Presence of contraindications

It is necessary to mention those medical restrictions under which professional facial cleansing is contraindicated:

• the presence of various skin diseases;

• intolerance to the components that make up the acids;

• the presence of inflammation, pustules or lesions on the skin;

• keloid scars;

• large moles on the face;

• oncological diseases;

• age up to 16 years.

Atraumatic cleansing is a gentle and painless way to tidy up the skin of the face. Today, there are a huge number of salons that can easily offer such a procedure to women who want to improve the condition of their skin. However, in order to avoid unexpected and unpleasant consequences, it is still better to consult a doctor before the procedure itself. If everything is fine with the skin and there are no contraindications, then you should not deny yourself such a pleasant and varied care.