Modern cosmetologists recommend a multi-stage cleansing of the face from pollution. One of the steps was the foam for washing, and the acids in its composition expanded the range of its use in facial skin care.
Features and properties
Today, foam for washing is the most common type of cosmetic products that are used to effectively and safely cleanse the skin of impurities and makeup residues. Unlike other products for washing, the foam does not dry the skin, deeply cleanses and softens it. By consistency, these types of foams are distinguished:
- gel - actively foams in contact with water;
- paste - foam is formed by whipping with a sponge or a special net;
- mousse - foams automatically using a dispenser.
The main properties of the foam for washing:
- cleansing of dirt and cosmetic residues (including waterproof);
- regulation of acid-base and maintaining the water balance of the skin of the face;
- reduction of puffiness;
- cleansing and preventing clogging of facial pores (and, as a result, prevention of black spots, rashes and inflammations);
- normalization of the functioning of the sebaceous and sweat glands;
- a decrease in the color intensity of age spots, freckles.
The use of a variety of acids only improved the quality of the foam for washing. The main effects are added whitening, increasing skin tone and elasticity, rejuvenation and smoothing of wrinkles. Each type of acid gives its advantages and features to the foam. It is necessary to carefully select the product and take into account both the composition and individual tolerance of each individual component. On the market are foams for washing with acids in various price categories, but you should think carefully before choosing the cheapest tool.
Products with low cost sometimes contain extremely aggressive active substances that can break the physiological barrier of the epidermis (fatty coating), which will lead to dehydration and early aging of the skin.
Kinds
Acid cleansing foams may contain various types of acids. Alpha hydroxy acids (ANA acids), or fruit acids, are natural water-soluble active substances found in nature in fruits, milk and wine. They can be used with any type of skin. Facial cleanser with ANA provides a soft exfoliation of the dead layer of the epidermis, while allowing the following cosmetics to work more efficiently, stimulates the regenerative function of skin cells, has a slightly whitening effect. Acids belong to this group:
- glycolic - most easily penetrates the skin and stimulates the formation of collagen and elastin, regulates pH;
- apple - antioxidant, improves cell metabolism, fights inflammation;
- almond - has the least irritating effect, reduces the likelihood of acne;
- lemon - It whitens the skin well, has an antiseptic effect;
- dairy - supports the natural skin barrier, stimulates the epithelization of the ducts of the glands, moisturizes well;
- phytic - antioxidant with vasodilating effect.
Beta hydroxy acids (BHA acids) are fat-soluble acids, the most famous of which is salicylic acid.. It has antiseptic, antioxidant, antimycotic, anti-inflammatory properties. Other acids are also used. These include boric, folic, hyaluronic, retinol and others. They are used for narrower purposes, but have a general moisturizing effect.
Foams can be with amino acids, which act as a building material for skin cells during regeneration.
What to choose?
When choosing a foam for washing, it is worth analyzing the composition indicated on the package. The first in the list will be the substances that occupy the largest share in the product. Often it is mineral or thermal water and soap compounds. The presence of silicone, parabens, petroleum products and sulfates in the foam is completely unacceptable.
A good sign is the content of extracts of various natural products. If, in addition, foam is expected to help in the fight against acne, then the composition should look for essential oils of citrus or coniferous, as well as zinc. To obtain the maximum moisturizing effect for the skin, egg white, grapes and blueberries are added to the composition. You should not immediately start with funds with a high percentage of acids (5 or more), it is better to start with a lower concentration and gradually increase it.
The best texture is elastic fine-grained foam, which, due to its density, will well stretch dirt and minimize finger contact and excessive friction.
How to use?
Before using any product, it is necessary to test it on a small area of the skin of the hand. If signs of allergy appear, you should consult a doctor. Avoid contact with mucous membranes, eyes, open wounds and active inflammatory-purulent processes. The product should not be kept in direct sunlight, it is better to store in a cool dark place. To obtain the foam, you can immediately use the product in the form of a mousse. Its consumption will not be very economical, but the texture of the ideal consistency. In this case, apply the foam to your hands or sponge.
It is recommended to start applying the foam from the nose, since there is the largest number of sebaceous glands and pores are most often clogged. Then they move in a spiral motion from the chin to the temples, using the same movements to clean the skin from the nose to the ears. The cheekbones are further worked out with smoothing movements. The forehead is cleaned with spiral movements from the center to the periphery.Do not forget about the contours of the face, they require the same thorough care as the central zones. The last stage is washing off the foam with warm water. The effect after applying the foam is manifested clean to "creak". The course of use is no more than 1.5 months, after which they take a break for 2–4 months.
See how the cosmetics with acids work in the next video.
