Salicylic peeling: features and rules of use

Skin cleansing is the most important step in face care. If the skin is problematic, acne often appears, this not only spoils the appearance, but also depletes the skin, makes it loose, rough, flabby. In such cases, cleansing is even more important. For example, in such a situation, salicylic peeling is perfect.

The use of salicylic acid in cosmetology has been successful for several decades, and despite the simplicity and cheapness of materials, it is still considered one of the most effective procedures for dealing with problem skin.

Salicylic peeling refers to the chemical cleansing of the skin of keratinized particles. For the procedure, salicylic acid (BHA acid) is used with a concentration of 15 to 30%, depending on the situation and the complexity of the case. With the help of acid, dead skin flakes glued with sebum (sebum) dissolve perfectly, without causing any mechanical effect on the skin, as, for example, when using scrubs.

Salicylic acid has a complex effect on the skin:

• exfoliates dead skin particles;
• “Includes” updating processes, tones;
• helps to reduce the production of sebum;
• prevents the development of inflammation, has an antiseptic effect;
• struggling with black dots;
• It has an anti-aging effect due to the launch of tissue regeneration processes;
• dries inflamed skin;
• brightens the skin.

The main reasons for which It is worth using the salicylic peeling procedure:

• problem skin with enlarged pores, excessive fat, acne, acne tendency;
• post-acne, scars, increased pigmentation;
• age-related skin changes, wilting and sagging;
• seborrheic keratosis;
• the presence of skin on the body with increased roughness (often on the elbows and knees);
• black dots;
• hyperkeratosis (a violation of the process of natural skin renewal);
• inflammation of the hair follicles.

Before the procedure you need to familiarize yourself with the contraindications:

• herpes or fungal diseases in the active phase;
• period of pregnancy or breastfeeding;
• open wounds, scratches, inflammation, burns in the area of ​​the procedure;
• rosacea;
• age up to 14 years;
• an allergic reaction to salicylic acid;
• various kinds of dermatitis;
• the use of drugs that lower blood sugar;
• do not do salicylic peeling in the summer, because after the procedure the skin is injured, and active sunlight can prolong the recovery period after peeling or even provoke pigmentation.

The very procedure of salicylic peeling is very simple, but preparation for it is very important, as it can affect the procedure itself and the duration of skin recovery after.

1. Preparatory measures should preferably be started 14 days before the procedure.
2. It is not recommended to steam the skin, including in a bath, hot bath, sauna.
3. The skin needs to be protected from ultraviolet radiation, for this it is worth using special sunscreens with high SPF on the street and refuse to visit the solarium.
4. Cancel all exfoliating procedures, including home peels and scrubs.
5. If desired, you can use the line of skin care before peeling. Some cosmetic companies produce these kinds of products; they can be advised by a cosmetologist.

The salicylic peeling procedure is carried out in several stages, regardless of whether you spend it in the salon with a qualified specialist or at home.

The salicylic peeling procedure in salons is most often carried out using products with a high concentration of acid - usually 25-30%. This procedure refers to surface median peeling. Products with such a high content of salicylic acid should never be used at home.

The salon procedure consists of several stages.

1. Skin cleansing. The face should be thoroughly cleaned of cosmetics and dirt.
2. Preparation. A special agent is applied to the skin to increase the effectiveness of salicylic acid, it softens the upper layers of the epidermis and evens out the acid-base balance. The composition is washed off with water.
3. Degreasing. The skin is degreased with lotion. In addition to removing excess fat, this product disinfects the skin.
4. Application of acid. Next, the active agent is applied directly, it can be in liquid or paste form. An acidic agent is applied to the areas of the face in a certain order, which depends on the thickness of the skin, its sensitivity and the presence of problem areas. As a rule, the first stage is applied to the forehead and chin, then to the temples, after the cheek and nose, and the final stage is the eyelids. After drying the top coat, apply a few more, depending on your specific case. The last layer is kept for a couple of minutes and washed off. Depending on the composition of the product used, the composition is washed off with face or water, or with a special neutralizer. During the procedure, light tingling and tingling is the norm as a reaction to the active components. If an intolerable burning sensation is observed, then it is necessary to immediately wash off the composition.
5. Completion. After the procedure, skin-soothing agents are applied that contribute to speedy regeneration. These can be gels, masks and creams based on aloe.

If you decide on the procedure of salicylic peeling at home, first of all you need to understand how to choose the right remedy. For home peeling, you will need a tool containing less than 20% acid in its composition, such preparations relate to surface peeling. Means with an acid concentration higher are already deeper and are not recommended for home care.

In addition to determining the concentration of acid, it is worth paying attention to the consistency of the chosen product, usually a liquid is chosen for the face, and a paste-like mixture for problem areas on the body.

For preparation, you will need aspirin, honey and a dairy product (for example, kefir). For a couple of tablets of aspirin (for dry skin it is worth using 1 tablet), take a tablespoon of honey and kefir.

Another simple and common recipe is to mix acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) with a fat cream, for 1 teaspoon of cream 1-2 tablets, depending on the oily skin.

In addition to acetylsalicylic acid, you can use pharmacy salicylic alcohol, it is sold in bottles and has an acid concentration of 1-2%. On the basis of this product, a peeling is done: a teaspoon of honey and half a teaspoon of baking soda are mixed, pour half a bottle of 2% salicylic alcohol (usually in a 40 ml bottle) and mix.

Honey appears in almost all recipes, as it acts as an excellent thickener and, in addition, has emollient properties and triggers skin regeneration processes.

You should correctly follow the procedure during the procedure at home.

1. Facial cleansing of cosmetics.
2. Steaming the skin, applying a hot towel is good.
3. It is convenient to apply the peeling agent with a brush, for example, for makeup.
4. The exposure time varies depending on the recipe selected. Typically, the mixture is left on the face for up to 10 minutes, and in the case of choosing a recipe with a fat cream, which is the most gentle, the exposure time can be increased to half an hour.
5. If you experience unpleasant sensations, you need to neutralize the acid as quickly as possible. For this, baking soda dissolved in water is used.
6. After the necessary time has passed, we wash off the composition from the face with warm water, you can also use a soda solution to neutralize acid residues. If a recipe based on salicylic alcohol is used, the use of a soda solution is impractical, since the mixture already has baking soda.
7. It is very important to apply a moisturizer after applying the peeling. Choose a cream suitable for your skin type. It is also good to use funds that soothe the skin and trigger its renewal, for example, with aloe in the composition.

Peeling procedures both in the salon and at home are carried out by regular courses with subsequent breaks. When contacting a beautician, he will be able to orient you depending on your skin type and existing problems, with what frequency and with what composition it is better to carry out salon peeling. At home, peeling is carried out with a frequency of 1 time in 10-14 days in courses of 5-7 times. Between courses take a break of at least 2 months.

It is worth remembering that the use of chemical peeling is always a small burn of the surface tissues of the skin, so it is better to contact a specialist who can correctly choose the product, neutralize it in a critical situation in time and minimize the recovery time after the procedure.

After the procedure, a chemical burn is formed on the skin, depending on the concentration of acid, more or less pronounced.

You can observe the following symptoms:

• temporary reddening of tissues;
• tightness and dryness of the skin;
• peeling.

Therefore, the general recommendations of post-peeling care are:

1. the first day you should not wash yourself with running water;
2. regularly apply moisturizing and soothing agents to the skin;
3. protect the skin from ultraviolet rays when going outside, as unwanted pigmentation may appear;
4. gradually the skin will peel off and peel off, in no case can skin pieces be peeled off, it is better to use a burn-on ointment based on dexpanthenol during this period;
5. for the time of peeling, refuse to visit the bath, sauna, hot tub and pool;
6. use nutritious and vitamin masks.

After all the scales come off, the skin changes noticeably, becomes more elastic, even, wrinkles are smoothed.

Stopproblem - means for home peeling based on salicylic acid, enzymes, emollients and soothing components. It is a fairly budgetary means, while it can successfully replace salon peeling, it has a large number of positive reviews from users. There are several consumer recommendations regarding this product, for example, it is better to wash it off with the help of special devices, a cosmetic sponge or to remove part of the product from the face with a napkin before washing. It is recommended to use 1 time per week for oily skin and 2 times per month for dry skin. The product effectively fights against acne and black spots, well exfoliates the stratum corneum of the skin, suitable for sensitive skin.

But at the same time, StopProblem peeling also has a number of disadvantages - inefficiency in relation to age-related skin problems, deep scars, scars and acne marks from him also can not. Therefore, it is well suited for the prevention of oily skin with acne at a young age.

LikOberon - A company that produces 2 excellent budget funds for home peeling with various concentrations of salicylic acid.

1. LikOberon with a salicylic acid content of 10 percent and licorice root extract is indicated for oily and porous skin, acne, pigmentation and keratoses. It is a peeling of mild action, there is practically no discomfort during the procedure. It is applied for up to 10 minutes and washed off with water.
2. LikOberon product with 20% salicylic acid, phytocomplex and D-salicin. It is a tool aimed at more serious problems compared to the previous one. It solves such problems as hyperkeratoses, milia, folliculitis, large scars. Moreover, it has a number of contraindications, such as pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding, exacerbation of herpetic diseases, skin inflammation. Apply for a period of not more than 10 minutes, may cause slight discomfort during use. The use of this peeling is recommended no more than 1 time in 2 weeks, since its acid content is still 1.5 times lower than that of salon peeling (in salons, 30% concentration agents are usually used), and such procedures are carried out cosmetologist with a frequency of 1 time per month.

Peeling "Propeller". Another budgetary product of Russian production, its price does not exceed 200 rubles. It is made in the form of a peeling-rolling, that is, after application to the skin, the product is left for up to 10 minutes for the necessary time, after which it is not just washed off with water, like the previous types of peelings, but rolled up the product on the face, resulting in spools of microcellulose and keratinized skin cells. This tool is well suited for oily, but not sensitive skin, as it has the ability to greatly dry.

After the salicylic peeling procedure, some complications may arise:

• an allergic reaction to the components of the peeling agent;
• itching and redness that do not go away for more than 2 days;
• swelling and inflammation of the skin areas on which the procedure was performed;
• exacerbations of herpetic diseases;
• strong tightness of the skin.

In any of the above cases, it is better to contact a cosmetologist for a solution to the problem., and if the case is very difficult, contacting a medical institution will be the best way out of the situation.

According to the reviews of women who have ever undergone salicylic peeling, one can highlight the positive and negative points that they encountered.

Pros:

• complexion improves, tone evens out;
• excessive oily skin disappears;
• the problem of clogging of pores is solved;
• the skin after applying the peeling is soft, supple and delicate;
• lightening age spots.

Minuses:

• recovery after the procedure takes time, during which the face peels off, so you have to choose the time for the procedures so that it falls out on vacation;
• home-made mixtures often cause burns;
• the need to regularly use products with SPF protection.

At the moment, there are many more varieties of peelings, which one to choose - a competent cosmetologist can advise better.

Analogs of salicylic peeling can be:

• azelaic peeling, which stands out for its ability to cope with a problem such as rosacea;
• fruit acid peeling (AHA), which is perfect for skin that has lost its elasticity and is burdened with age spots;
• retinoic peeling - stimulates the production of new cells by the skin;
• phenol peeling - affects the deepest layers of the skin, creates a global burn, after which there is a long recovery, carried out with anesthesia.

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