Rules for Ultrasonic Face Cleansing

Thanks to scientific and technological progress, the possibilities of modern cosmetology have stepped far forward even in comparison with what it was 5-7 years ago. Today, in order to deeply cleanse the skin pores of the face, neck and décolleté, cosmetologists often use not the mechanical manual method with preliminary steaming of the skin or the use of chemicals, but a modern hardware technique. The cleaning procedure using cutting-edge technology can be vacuum or ultrasonic. It is about cleaning the skin with ultrasound that we’ll talk today.

Ultrasonic face cleaning, as a rule, is performed in beauty salons, however, if you purchase such a portable device for individual use, the procedure can be performed on your own at home. This method of cleansing the skin is the most gentle - it helps to eliminate various contaminants, remove dead epidermal scales and the secret of the sebaceous glands that are located in deep skin pores. Ultrasonic cleaning can be applicable for young and mature skin, it is equally good for all types of skin, including suitable for skin surfaces that are hypersensitive to any influences.

For painlessness and effectiveness, the procedure for cleansing the face with ultrasonic waves is gaining an increasing number of supporters. However, like any methodology for influencing the body, such a cleansing procedure has its pros and cons, therefore, before deciding to conduct such a cosmetic session, it is necessary to know all the nuances of the procedure and take into account its consequences.

Ultrasonic facial cleansing is performed by a special ultrasound machine, which during operation creates high-frequency ultrasonic waves. The principle of operation of such an apparatus is based on the fact that ultrasound radiation (ultrasound) is able to pass through the upper layers of the epidermis, improving the movement of lymphatic fluid and performing a kind of massage of the epidermal layers of the skin.

Ultrasonic waves passing through the skin have the following effects on them.

• Mechanical - under the influence of ultrasound, an increased pressure zone is created inside the epidermis at the site of ultrasound waves, the result of this is an increase in the penetration of the cell membrane of the deep layers of the dermis, which means that in response to this effect, the metabolic processes inside the dermis cells also increase.
• Thermal - ultrasonic vibrations, passing through the deeper layers of the skin, heat them several degrees (without coagulation) - which stimulates an increase in tissue elasticity, and also enhances blood flow and the process of collagen production.
• Physicochemical - The ultrasonic wave makes the molecules of the liquids that make up the tissues move with a certain acceleration, thereby contributing to an increase in the speed of the metabolic process and improving the regenerative ability of tissues to self-repair.

After the ultrasonic cleaning session, the epidermis is renewed, the skin looks smooth, velvet, elastic. The opened and cleaned skin pores well absorb any care products applied at the end of the session. The level of secreted sebaceous secretion comes back to normal, the person acquires a healthy color. Regularly performed cleansing procedures help keep your skin clean, relieve deep comedones and acne, and in addition, help maintain youth.

The peculiarity and the main advantage of the procedure is that at the end of the session there are no visible traces of exposure on the skin, which distinguishes the ultrasonic cleaning technique from other similar methods. In addition, the ultrasound procedure also combines peeling, which greatly increases its effectiveness, thereby enhancing the positive effects on the skin.

If we take a generalized look at the effectiveness of skin cleaning using ultrasonic waves, then The following main positive points can be distinguished during this procedure.

• The technique of cleaning requires certain special skills from the operator, however, in a simplified version, the procedure can be carried out on their own at home in the presence of an ultrasound device.
• The method of ultrasound procedure involves the use of the device for people of almost any age, since trauma to the skin epidermis during the session is completely eliminated.
• Ultrasonic cleaning is not a provoking factor for the development of allergic reactions of the body.
• The cleaning procedure effectively helps to reduce inflammatory reactions and prevents the appearance of pustular rashes.
• The result of the session is the improvement of lymphatic drainage and increased blood circulation in the deeper layers of skin tissue.
• The work of the sebaceous glands is stabilized within the physiological norm. The production of sebum is regulated with its excess.
• The action of ultrasonic waves has a resolving property on scar tissue, and in addition, the healing processes of damaged epidermis after acne are accelerated.
• Ultrasound stimulates the contractility of muscle fibers and helps to improve facial contours due to the small lifting effect.

The method of ultrasound cleaning of the skin from pollution, as, incidentally, the other methods used in cosmetology, has not only advantages, but also some disadvantages. The fact is that ultrasonic cleaning is considered the most gentle procedure and this fact is both a merit of the method and its drawback. The effectiveness with long-standing and deep-seated pollution in this method, alas, is low. In addition, ultrasonic cleaning has a wide range of contraindications. If you want to do ultrasonic cleaning in a beauty parlor, you need to be prepared for the fact that one session will cost from 1,500 to 5,000 rubles, and to achieve a stable and visible result, such manipulations need to be carried out on a regular basis.

Specialists in the field of cosmetology believe that ultrasonic cleansing is an effective method only for small impurities, and it is also advisable to carry out it with a preventive purpose to improve metabolic processes in the epidermal layers of the skin. Sometimes, when the skin is very sensitive to mechanical stress, the ultrasonic method is the only acceptable way to cleanse it. In some cases, to achieve a good cleaning effect, a combination of mechanical cleaning methods and ultrasonic cleaning methods is used.

As practice shows, the benefits of cleaning the skin using ultrasound is obvious. The technique helps the patient not only get rid of acne, but also stimulates the renewal of skin tissues at the cellular level.

Ultrasonic cleaning showed the most tangible results in the following cases:

• when cleansing the skin, prone to increased fat secretion, as well as in the presence of deep skin pores;
• to eliminate acne and small scars that appear on the skin with acne;
• with the goal of toning dry aged skin with low elasticity and wrinkles;
• with dry skin with a tendency to peeling;
• to improve skin tone and give it a healthy complexion;
• as a prophylactic against inflammatory processes on the skin, prone to acne rashes.

Owners of oily skin are recommended by cosmetologists to undergo ultrasonic cleaning sessions every month. For adolescents during the period of hormonal adjustment of the body, ultrasonic cleaning of the face is enough 1 time per month. When caring for mature skin integuments, sessions can be carried out once every 1-2 months, since the action in this case is more directed not at cleansing, but at stimulating intracellular processes. The regular execution of this type of procedure significantly improves the general condition of the muscles of the face, the quality and appearance of the skin, allowing it to prolong its freshness and youth for a long time.

Necessary before handling get acquainted with a fairly extensive list of contraindications:

• bleeding disorders - a tendency to form blood clots or bleeding;
• heart disease in which a pacemaker is implanted;
• hypertension with a tendency to crisis;
• in the presence of an acute viral or infectious disease, including an increase in body temperature;
• pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy;
• thyroid disease;
• tuberculosis;
• bronchial asthma;
• pathological processes of the trigeminal facial nerve;
• menstruation;
• violation of the integrity of the skin caused by wounds, abrasions, burns, purulent or fungal infections;

• in the presence of metal objects on the face or mouth - piercing, braces, denture pins;
• oncological or benign neoplasms in the area affected by the apparatus;
• capillary couperosis of any severity;
• acne in the process of exacerbation;
• extensive hyperpigmentation of the skin;
• psoriasis, dermatosis, furunculosis, eczema;
• a state of mental arousal, a tendency to epileptic seizures.

In addition to these conditions, ultrasonic cleaning is not carried out for a month after undergoing surgical maxillofacial interventions, cosmetic braces, lifting with aptos threads, as well as after peeling with chemical agents.

In order for the procedure of ultrasonic face cleaning to be the most effective, it is necessary to undergo a whole course of such sessions. A single procedure will not bring tangible changes. You can determine the number of sessions by a cosmetologist who, according to the results of examining the condition of the skin and the degree of contamination, will prescribe you the necessary course of therapy. Most often, for oily skin prone to the formation of blackheads, at least 5-6 cleansing procedures will be required, carried out at intervals of 7-10 days, then sessions of maintenance therapy are carried out 1 time every two months. Dry skin can be put in order for 2-3 procedures that you will be asked to go through with an interval of 14 days. Further supporting sessions are held 1 time in three months.

The procedure, performed in appropriate conditions by a competent specialist, does not carry any negative manifestations. When applying for a service, pay attention to contraindications to its implementation, and also take into account the serviceability of the device and the qualifications of a specialist. However, even with all the norms and precautions, the possibility of an individual negative reaction of the body still exists. A negative reaction to the procedure may occur as follows:

• swelling of the face;
• slight soreness with increased sensitivity of the skin;
• areas of redness, tuberosity of the skin.

As a rule, these effects pass on their own within a few hours.

Before the start of the ultrasonic cleaning procedure, the skin is cleansed of cosmetics and sweat impurities using lotion or micellar water. If necessary, a special mask can be applied to the face and neck, which will soften the upper layers of the epidermis and will contribute to the maximum opening of the skin pores.

After that, the skin is treated with a special conductive gel - this preparation is necessary in order to improve the degree of penetration of the ultrasonic wave deep into the epidermis. Sometimes, on top of the gel, a cosmetologist can apply a plastic wrap to the face - this is done so that the skin pores open as wide as possible before the cleaning session. As a rule, the face is under the film for up to 20 minutes - this is quite enough to soften the comedones formed inside the pores. In the most modern hardware systems, the gel is provided with a special electrode. During this manipulation, vapor droplets form in the epidermis - they burst as soon as they come in contact with air and push the grease outward.

After the gel is applied and absorbed into the skin, you can begin the cleaning process. For the procedure, a special flat wide shoulder blade is used, which is tightly pressed to the face at an angle of 40-45 degrees.With this nozzle, smooth movements are carried out against the massage lines of the facial contour, starting from the contour to the middle. During the session, it is necessary to ensure that the skin is constantly in a moistened state. To do this, they irrigate it with thermal water or apply preparations containing lactic or salicylic acid, due to which the exfoliation improves and the skin is sanitized.

When an ultrasonic device affects the treated area, it is necessary to exclude the area of ​​the eyes, lips and thyroid gland. All movements in the cleaning process are done slowly and smoothly, and the procedure itself can take from 10 to 20 minutes.

After the main stage of cleansing is completed, the cosmetologist can conduct a massage with the back of the scapula along the lines of lymph outflow. To enhance efficiency, this manipulation is performed with the simultaneous application of various ampoule preparations on the skin, which improve the nutrition of the epidermal layer. Such a manipulation is called phonophoresis, and ultrasound helps penetrate the vitamin and valuable nutritional components of the cosmetic deep into the skin.

After the cleaning procedure is completed, soothing agents are applied to the skin. - it can be a special gel or mask.

At home, skin cleansing can be carried out if you have a suitable device at home, which is popularly called the “ultrasonic facial cleansing machine”. The main stages of the procedure are the same as in the cabin. First, the face is cleaned of impurities, after which experts recommend steaming the skin with steam over a bath of medicinal herbs. After the skin is steamed, you need to walk on it with a small scrub and only then proceed to the cleaning procedure.

A special conductor gel is applied to the skin without fail to improve the contact of the skin surface with the device, after which movements along the face, neck and decollete are carried out. An ultrasound machine, like a brush, cleanses all problem areas of the skin and improves its condition. Movements when working with a portable device at home can only be carried out along massage lines. After the procedure, the skin is treated with lotion or thermal water, and then lubricated with a moisturizer.

After the skin cleansing session is completed, the pores on the skin may remain in an expanded state for some time. To close the pores, use alcohol lotion or a decoction of medicinal herbs. These funds will not only close the pores, but also help to quickly eliminate redness.

Those who are planning hardware ultrasonic facial cleansing need to know and take into account several important points.

• After a skin cleaning session with ultrasonic waves, you can not apply decorative cosmetics, foundation, tanning cream, or permanent dyes for eyelashes and eyebrows for at least 12 hours.
• It is extremely undesirable for 3-5 days after the procedure to bathe in chlorinated or sea water, visit a bathhouse, sauna, and also use a solarium.
• The skin treated with an ultrasound machine will require enhanced hydration, especially in the first 10-15 days after the session. During this period, it is recommended to use moisturizing masks and creams on a regular basis.

Ultrasound skin cleansing is a gentle but effective procedure. The restoration of the water-fat balance of the surface layer of the epidermis after this manipulation occurs after about 5 days.This way of taking care of your appearance helps to quickly and painlessly bring your appearance into proper condition, which is very important on the eve of significant events.

A variety of cosmetic procedures associated with deep cleansing of the skin makes you think about which method is right for you. To solve this issue, you need to visit the cosmetologist’s office - only after assessing the condition of your skin and finding out the presence of contraindications, an experienced specialist will be able to choose the procedure that will best cope with the task assigned to it. Reviews about this or that procedure can be easily found on specialized sites where clients of beauty salons share their impressions. However, it must be remembered that we are all different and each organism has its own unique characteristics. What is perfect for your girlfriend does not mean at all that it will be beneficial for you either.

Cleansing the skin using the nozzle of an ultrasound machine is the most gentle method. So, for example, vacuum or mechanical cleaning are considered more traumatic. Vacuum skin cleaning is also performed by the hardware method using special nozzles. Under the influence of vacuum, the nozzle draws the secret of the sebaceous glands from the skin pores. However, with persistent and deep pollution, this method is not effective enough. Often, a vacuum or ultrasonic cleaning method is combined with mechanical cleaning, when the contents of the skin pores are removed manually. The combination of methods gives an almost 100% cleaning result, but the skin after such a complex treatment is restored much longer, and the mechanical cleaning procedure itself can be painful.

You will learn more about how ultrasonic facial cleansing is performed from the next video.