How to use patches?

Cosmetology currently offers a wide range of products for exposure to the skin of the face and body. Shelves of shops are bursting with an abundance of makeup products. Mass media is full of advertisements for miraculous drugs that have a very different effect. One such remedy is patches. Let’s try to figure out what it is and how to use this wonderful product.

The word patch is derived from English. "patch". Usually patches are adhesive strips with a specialized composition that nourish the tissues, have a lifting effect, lighten dark circles under the eyes, tone the skin, protect against ultraviolet rays, help fight acne and more.

She is very tender and will be the first to show signs of lack of sleep in the form of edema or blue circles of fatigue. Beauticians recommend starting to care for the skin of the eyelids from the age of 18. Glasses holders are encouraged to start these manipulations 2 years earlier, as the woman squints very much because of her vision problems.

But progress does not stand still, and the skin of the eyelids is far from the only one that is cared for by nutritional plasters. Patches have long been used in caring for the nasolabial fold, interbrow space, skin of the lips, neck and decollete, cheeks and elbows.

The composition of the active components for exposure is extensive, while each ingredient in the composition has its purpose:

• glycerin, collagen and hyaluronic acid moisturize and restore the skin;
• caffeine increase blood circulation, relieve swelling;
• pearl powder, panthenol and tartaric acid relieve bruises under the eyes;
• peptides add elasticity to the skin;
• antioxidants and coenzymes help with anti-aging effect;
• essential oils have a wide range of actions - they will help to give the skin freshness, tone;
• may also include vitamins promoting rejuvenation or hydration;
• active componentssuch as seaweed, ginseng, snail mucin, avocado, aloe, chestnut, caviar extracts, gold ions and many others have their own effects.

The most common patches are divided into drops, glasses, crescents with round elements, triangles. Another recently announced variety is angel wings shape it is larger in area, approximately from the palm of a person. The shape does not affect the effect provided by the patches, only the place of deployment. By their structure, patches are divided into fabric, silicone, gel, collagen. Each species has its own purpose. Almost all of them are disposable.

Fabric patches are made of cellulose, reminiscent of a sticky wet towel. Typically, these patches adhere well to the skin, practically do not slip. Due to its structure, vitamins and minerals, active elements are well transported to the skin. In tissue strips, the lifting effect is weakly expressed. In some cases, the manufacturer suggests moistening such patches before using the slag, this will help ensure the best adhesion. These patches are much cheaper than other representatives.

Silicone patches poorly absorb and give away useful substances, but are excellently used for the lifting effect. Such patches can be cooled in the refrigerator, left overnight. Only silicone patches can be used several times. Often they are used as protection for delicate eyelid skin when staining eyelashes.

Hydrogel Patches reminiscent of jelly in their structure, contain a lot of hyaluronic acid, perfectly fill small wrinkles, contribute to moisture retention, perfectly give off nutrients. In addition to hyaluronic acid, in such patches there are many other nutrients such as ascorbic acid, peptides and antioxidants that perfectly brighten and strengthen the walls of blood vessels. Before applying hydrogel patches, it is recommended to slightly warm up with your hands.

Collagen patches also wonderfully absorb beneficial trace elements. They bring the effect of lifting, perfectly cope with fine wrinkles, contribute to the launch of the natural processes of skin regeneration.

Recently, the so-called liquid patches. They are available in the form of a transparent gel or serum, which are applied directly to the skin of the eyelids. They are located in an ordinary jar or bottle with a pump dispenser. It's hard to call them patches, in fact this is a marketing move that confuses customers. Liquid patches also have their pros and cons.

In liquid patches, you can safely do your own thing without fear of slipping. Due to the consistency, a woman herself can control the amount of liquid gel that she needs, respectively, the flow rate can be economical. Liquid patches have their drawbacks. Among the reviews, the fact that they have little effect on facial wrinkles, have a mild main effect.

Almost all patches can be applied only once. That is exactly what the manufacturer is calculating. The patch gives away all the nutrients and ceases to be useful. In some cases, it may even begin to take moisture back.

To affect the skin of the eyelids, two methods are used.For nutrition, to reduce swelling and circles under the eyes, patches are glued with a wide part on the inner edge of the eyes, and to reduce fine wrinkles at the temples - placed on the outer edge. Glue patches at a distance of about 2 millimeters below the level of eyelashes. The variety of forms of release gives freedom of variation in the choice of place of impact. If, for example, you use patches in the form of glasses, then the effect will be on the inner and outer corner at the same time.

The skin of the neck is also one of the full indicators of age, so patches are often pasted on the area of ​​collarbones and wrinkles around the neck. It is for this zone that the “angel wings" shape is made.

In order to get rid of facial wrinkles, you can glue patches in the area between the eyebrows or on a horizontal wrinkle in the middle of the forehead. Such wrinkles very quickly become deep.

With age, two curved wrinkles from the wings of the nose treacherously flow down drops to the corners of the lips. In the initial stages, further development of wrinkles can be avoided through the constant use of patches.

Lip patches appeared on the market not so long ago - hard to find more unique patches. In their structure, they are hydrogel or collagen. They have a taste of berries, but for obvious reasons it is impossible to eat them.

Lip patches do an excellent job with peeling and small wounds, accelerate their healing, and tighten the skin around the lips. And also they can be used to prepare the skin for applying lipstick. Perfect for cold or too hot climates. Before use, cosmetologists recommend using a light scrubbing of the skin of the lips.

In addition to the advantages, a lip mask has some disadvantages.

• Lack of facial movements - You will not be able to eat, drink and talk for 15-20 minutes.
• Almost all lip patches slide during use, therefore, you have to take a horizontal position for the duration of exposure or constantly correct them. It is not recommended to apply such patches at night.

There is even a special program for lips, consisting of three means: scrub + patch + caring balm. Apply jelly strips once a week with severe flaking or 1-2 times a month with normal lips.

The composition of these patches is classic: algae, rose extracts, aloe. Usually they are worn for about 20-30 minutes. The product nourishes tissues, moisturizes, relieves irritation, refreshes and evens skin complexion, tightens pores. However, the number of positive reviews is much less than negative. Consumers claim a weak effect, emphasize that when compared with a fabric mask, the effect is several times weaker.

Nourish and moisturize the skin, prevent the appearance of small cracks in the bend of the elbows. The composition uses rice bran, which perfectly polish the skin and even out the color. Lipids retain moisture.

Another unusual representative of the patch family. This product is based on a patch and a package of herbs. The package includes tourmaline, chitosan, starch, herbs and oils. Such patches are used to remove toxins and toxins, cleanse blood and lymph, relieve fatigue, improve sleep, tone the body as a whole, warm the feet according to the principle of mustard plasters. At the same time, to nourish and moisturize the skin, as hydrogel patches or socks soaked with a mask do, they will no longer be, they have a different purpose.

Opinions of the public about the effectiveness of anti-slag patches for the legs are very mixed.Someone talks about their low efficiency, someone questions the very idea of ​​exposure and talks about swindle, someone claims a miraculous effect.

It’s worth noting that it will be quite difficult to fight patches with pronounced wrinkles, they are best used in the initial stages of wrinkle formation before they become deep.

Preparing the skin for applying patches does not require any complicated manipulations. It is enough to thoroughly cleanse the face from makeup and other impurities. Make-up is done with gentle movements so as not to damage the delicate layer of the skin of the eyelids, face and neck.

The skin of the elbows and legs will be well washed with water. You can make a preparatory massage for about 20 seconds - so the nutrients get into the skin faster.

How and when to use patches depends on the desire of the consumer and their impact. If patches have the property of drainage, tightening wrinkles or lightening bruises under the eyes, then it is more reasonable to apply them in the morning. If patches have a restorative and tonic effect, then it is better to hold them on the skin before going to bed. At the same time, do not forget about their wonderful property of a quick effect, which means they can also be used as SOS recovery before an important event.

Due to the fact that patches it is recommended to use the time specifically indicated by the manufacturer, then they should not be left to influence the whole evening, especially all night. It is necessary to take into account the fact that patches are designed to accumulate in themselves and give a certain amount of useful substances. Then the patches dry out, and this will lead to the effect of pulling these most useful elements back. In addition, the drying patch can be reduced in size, which helps to tighten the skin and the appearance of additional wrinkles.

The exposure time for the strips is also different. Therefore, it is recommended to take into account the time of use that the manufacturer stated on the packaging. Usually it is from 10 to 60 minutes. Specialized patches for smoothing deep wrinkles on the forehead are worn for up to 3 hours. Silicone and some hydrogel patches can be left overnight.

After using nutrient strips, the eyes are usually not washed. The exception is the option when the manufacturer requests it. The remains of useful components are carefully driven into the lower eyelid or other area of ​​influence by gently patting the fingertips. After completely absorbing the components, you can lubricate the skin with a cream.

In the instructions, the manufacturer clearly indicates how often you need to use his product. Usually these are recommendations for applying every day for the first 2 weeks to accumulate the effect and further preventive exposure 2 times a week. And also there are options for using 2-3 times a week. Patches with daily use are very popular.

Upon contact with the skin of the eyelids, the strips receive their portion of skin secretion, which also includes microbes. These microorganisms begin to multiply in the medium of the product, which leads to its premature acidification, and a spoiled product will no longer have the effect declared by the manufacturer. However, it can even harm your skin.

Modern cosmetics for face and body care has a huge range of products. The main thing is not to make a mistake in choosing and use them correctly, then your skin will retain its beauty for many years.

In the next video, you'll learn some tips on using patches.