Girls who monitor their appearance are serious about choosing cosmetics for hair, especially in the presence of specific diseases. Medical cosmetics is different from natural and conventional care products, it has its own characteristics. Let's consider them in more detail.
Features
Modern developments in the field of dermatology and cosmetology, the appeal to traditional medicine and the development of pharmacology have led to the appearance of the so-called cosmeceuticals. It is an area that is developing medicinal products. In most cases, such drugs are sold in pharmacies. Pharmacy cosmetics are products aimed at solving specific dermatological and aesthetic problems.
The benefits of these drugs are as follows:
- the presence of active natural components in the composition;
- use of the latest scientific developments;
- lack of dyes, parabens, fragrances;
- cosmetics quickly restore the skin and hair structure, treat diseases, and are used as preventative care.
Pharmaceutical cosmetics has a number of features that distinguish it from mass-market products. First of all, it is worth mentioning the high quality of the drugs. Manufacturers themselves take products manufactured under their name seriously, and therefore sell them exclusively through pharmacies.
Properties and differences from other species
Consider some of the properties of medical cosmetics for hair:
- fully certified, undergoes many laboratory tests before release;
- careful selection and cleaning of components;
- deep impact on the damaged area of the scalp;
- with complex care restores curls, starts the growth process;
- the effect lasts a long time;
- can be used alone or as an adjunct to treatment.
The main areas of medical cosmetics - the fight against diseases, eliminating the causes of their development, as well as improving the general condition of the hair.
It happens that owners of sensitive scalp and damaged hair are not always able to find the necessary cosmetics, even in specialized stores. High-quality hypoallergenic products are presented in pharmacies: it is they that have a serious therapeutic effect on damaged hair.
From conventional care products, the treatment series is distinguished by:
- deep penetration into the layers of the epidermis, hair;
- active hydration, nutrition;
- the presence in the composition of the components included in the drugs;
- lack of allergic reactions.
All shampoos and balms from the treatment series are divided by the type of hair (dry and brittle, oily, normal, combined).
Complex preparations (shampoo, balm, mask, serum) are aimed at solving various dermatological problems:
- increased production of sebum;
- hair loss;
- alopecia;
- dandruff;
- seborrhea;
- section;
- fragility.
In order to timely detect one or another disease, doctors advise girls to monitor the condition of the skin, hair, nails - they are the ones who inform about violations in the body.
When, for example, a section or increased loss of curls appears, experts advise taking tests for hormones and examining the nervous system. Sometimes it’s enough to change the diet or take a course of vitamins, however, in any case, you will have to switch to medical cosmetics.
Preparations from the treatment series deeply affect the structure of the hair, completely restore it, trigger growth processes, but only with an integrated approach.
Professional Tools
It is important to know that the therapeutic products offered in supermarkets and cosmetic stores are not used by masters of beauty salons for work. The professional series has a directed action: with its help they eliminate brittleness, dryness, excessive fat content, loss.
The therapeutic effect of masks, serums, shampoos, conditioners, sprays is achieved only under one condition - the composition contains components with healing properties. The following ingredients provide recovery and nutrition in professional preparations: extracts of lemon balm, mint, linden, lavender, thyme, essential oils, keratin, betaine, panthenol.
Top brands
Today, professional cosmetics has become popular not only among masters of beauty salons, but also among thousands of ordinary women caring for themselves at home. But before you buy a recovery complex, it is necessary to consult a trichologist or dermatologist to clarify the diagnosis. It is he who will prescribe the necessary drugs and the frequency of their use.
Next, we introduce popular brands specializing in pharmacy cosmetics.
Nioxin
The main objective of the funds is to eliminate the causes of hair loss. The manufacturer presents 6 systems (steps) to solve the problem. Each of them includes shampoo, conditioner, mask. To understand which step is right for you, you can contact a hairdresser or consult with the seller.
Nioxin products, in addition to the main action, have a good cleansing property, protect the scalp from overdrying, irritation. The unique formula restores hair follicles, treats seborrhea, and also enhances blood circulation, which is responsible for hair growth.
Kapous
In the composition of medical cosmetics from this brand there are no perfumed ingredients. In the assortment there is a line of remedies for loss, dandruff, for oily, split ends, damaged curls. With regular use, the condition of the hair improves significantly.
Kapous produces safe gels, varnishes, mousses and paints. The manufacturer guarantees high quality products, but the therapeutic effects of these funds should not be expected.
Japanese cosmetics
Asian cosmetics today at the peak of popularity. Among her there are manufacturers of the treatment series - for example, Shiseidoproducing reconditioning shampoos and masks for home use. Lebel - This is an ecological, safe brand with a natural composition. She offers kits for hair loss, brittleness, section, dull color. The most popular product is considered shampoo "Inner wealth" from the company KAO - universal cleansing and therapeutic agent for men and women.
Italian
High-quality medical cosmetics presented by the company Revivexil. It consists of surfactants based on extracts of tropical plants. The line includes shampoos, balms, gels, but the double-acting lotion is considered the most effective product of the brand: combating hair loss and stimulating hair growth. The healing properties and safety are confirmed by dermatologists. Of the shortcomings, buyers note a high cost.
French
Vichy, Avene, Seaderm, Ducray, Bioderma - All these are manufacturers of high-quality therapeutic hair cosmetics. Each brand is good in its own way, but the composition and cost will be different.
The main component of Vichy products is thermal water, known for its healing properties. Avene products contain beneficial trace elements and silicates. The Bioderma line is aimed at solving dermatological problems. Drugs affect the deep layers of the scalp, eliminating the causes of diseases.
Reviews
Opinions about medical cosmetics are completely different. Many girls like the fact that funds act quickly, effectively. Hair growth accelerates, they stop falling out, gain a healthy shine. Positive feedback received by the company Bioderma, Vichy, Revivexil.
A frequent complaint about professional treatment lines is their high cost and inaccessibility in city stores. In addition, during treatment you will have to forget about all styling tools: curling irons, irons, hair dryers.
An overview of medical cosmetics for hair, see the video.
