— Is it possible to do chemical peeling at home?
— Cosmetologists, as a rule, do not recommend doing home facial peeling using chemicals, because they often encounter complications that patients receive as a result of such amateur activities. Manufacturers of cosmetics, on the contrary, promote their products and convince them that chemical peeling is possible at home.
I think that chemical peeling can be done at home only if several conditions are met:
- home facial peeling should be gentle and superficial (you can only use AHA peels - an alpha-hydroxy acid group of peels in the form of a gel or foam);
- instructions for using peeling must be strictly followed;
- two weeks before peeling, you should not use other abrasive or invasive techniques, medications or cosmetics that affect skin permeability.
A cosmetologist's answers to frequently asked questions
The combination of cleansing and acid peeling is a complex process that raises many questions among patients of cosmetology centers. Most often, cosmetologists have to answer the following questions:
- what types of cleansing should be done for a certain type of skin;
- Is it permissible to go to the next one immediately after one procedure;
- Is it possible to do acid peeling after cleansing, and after how many days;
- Which procedure is more profitable in terms of saving money?
The answers of cosmetologists to these questions are below.
How long before you can peel after cleansing your face?
If, on the recommendation of a cosmetologist, you need to do peeling after cleansing, then a time interval must be set between sessions, most often ranging from a week to 10 days. A week is usually enough for the skin to recover. However, the gap between sessions is determined specifically for each patient, taking into account the characteristics of the skin:
- type of fat content;
- age;
- presence of pathologies;
- ability to regenerate.
What to do first should be determined by the cosmetologist, focusing on the condition of the skin and the wishes of the client. Experts prefer to start with a mild acidic effect, which softens dead skin tissue and opens pores for further cleansing.
Expert opinion
Elena Apostolyuk
Cosmetologist
If the skin is in a neglected state, the stratum corneum is too thick, then cosmetologists act according to a different scheme, since a low-intensity acidic effect at the initial stage will not help. First, a full-fledged surface peeling is done, then mechanical cleaning. If deep peeling is needed, then the order of manipulations does not change.
Is it possible to do cleansing and peeling at the same time?
In cosmetology, simultaneous carrying out of the described procedures is undesirable, since the skin is severely injured. Experts set such a time interval between sessions so that the skin has time to heal before the next exposure.
But for certain indications, cosmetologists allow two manipulations to be carried out simultaneously. The decision on such an integrated approach is made by the master, who is also responsible for the possible consequences.
What types of cleansing are preferable for a certain type of skin?
In chemical peeling, preparations based on various acids are used. Cleaning can also be different and involves the use of various devices and tools. Cosmetologists determine which type of procedure to choose based on age characteristics, physical condition and type of fat content of the skin.
Salon facial cleansing is preferable:
- for normal skin – ultrasound;
- for dry – ultrasound, laser biorevitalization;
- for oily skin – manual (finger manipulation) or instrumental (using a Uno spoon and a Vidal loop);
- for problematic ones – vacuum, intense ultrasound.
Peeling is prescribed:
- for normal skin – light scrub based on fruit acids;
- for dry – ultrasonic, laser resurfacing, cream peeling, rolling;
- for oily skin – intensive with the use of organic acids, brossage, microdermabrasion;
- for problematic ones - retinoic, saline, chemical multicomponent (Jessner solution).
Which procedure is more economical?
Which salon procedure is cheaper – cleansing or acid peeling? Prices vary depending on the region and the status of the cosmetology center. But according to average price indicators, peeling is more expensive; you will have to pay from 650 to 15,000 rubles for it. The cost of cleaning ranges from 350 to 7500 rubles.
Deep cleansing is an important part of facial skin care. And in this case, you cannot do without the help of a cosmetologist: only he can competently combine mechanical cleaning and chemical exposure without harming the skin. Therefore, the choice of procedures and their alternation should be entrusted to a professional.
Rating
— That is, you do not recommend doing medium and deep types of peeling at home?
- I absolutely do not recommend it. If the product is intended for superficial peeling, it means that it will act exclusively in the upper, stratum corneum layer of the skin; accordingly, even if something goes wrong, the risk of side effects is very small. Superficial home facial peeling does not require a rehabilitation period - everything goes unnoticed, after which only slight peeling of the skin is possible.
Medium peeling acts down to the basal layer of the skin, and deep peeling completely destroys the basal layer and affects the dermis. Medium and deep peels are not always easy to apply, and most importantly, they have a rehabilitation period that can only be carried out under the supervision of a doctor. Some types of deep peeling can only be performed by plastic surgeons and only in specialized medical institutions!
What to do first
Which operation is performed first – peeling or cleansing – is determined by the condition of the patient’s skin. That is, a personal approach is used.
But in many cases, cosmetologists combine facial cleansing and peeling as follows:
- At the first stage, an acid peeling preparation is applied to a previously washed and makeup-free face. It removes the superficial dead layer of skin and opens the pores.
- Next, the skin is steamed and cleansed of remaining impurities either manually or using hardware.
- The last stage of the cleansing course is not always carried out. A cosmetologist can perform peeling after cleansing the face using some non-concentrated fruit acid. This allows you to narrow the pores to prevent them from quickly becoming clogged with new fat plugs.
— What complications can arise after peeling at home and how to deal with them?
— There can be a lot of complications, but encountering them can be avoided if you pay attention to the indications and contraindications for the use of cosmetics intended specifically for home use.
And, I repeat, strictly follow the instructions. Unfortunately, many patients tend to violate the rules of use - for example, leave the product on longer, instead of the recommended 10 minutes, leave it for the entire 15 - “so that there is definitely an effect.” As a result, the effect will not increase, but, on the contrary, unforeseen problems will arise. If the instructions say “if you feel a burning sensation, remove the product immediately,” then you should not ignore this warning and stoically endure until the last. You should not take such liberties during home peeling.
There is no need to eliminate complications on your own; it is better to consult a doctor immediately. The most common complication after peeling is pigmentation, which you have to put up with for several weeks or months. Pigmentation occurs, among other things, due to non-compliance with the rules of post-peeling care.
Features of the procedure
This is a cosmetic procedure in which the top layer of the epidermis is exfoliated. Only dead keratinized particles are removed, which prevent access to the microelements necessary for the skin. The effect of the procedure stimulates the natural processes of the body - cell renewal, acceleration of microcirculation.
Many women wonder whether it is possible to exfoliate every day if it has such a positive effect on the skin. Daily use can be harmful to the skin, since it will not be dead particles that are removed, but the epithelial barrier necessary for protection.
There are several types of procedures, based on the compositions used and methods of influence. A wide variety of types allows you to choose the optimal cleansing method for each skin type.
— How to properly care for your skin after home peeling?
— Post-peeling care is very important. After all, in the process of exfoliation you removed the upper stratum corneum of the skin and stimulated the dermis, as a result the skin becomes more vulnerable and sensitive to the sun's rays. After peeling, you should not do any other aggressive procedures.
It is very important after peeling the skin to take care of its protection from the sun. The use of sunscreen after any peeling, both medical and home, is mandatory!
After peeling at home, it is necessary to take both immediate (immediately after the procedure) and rehabilitation measures (starting from the second day after the procedure). Immediate post-peel care is aimed at reducing the inflammatory reaction, and the rehabilitator should create comfort for the skin (using moisturizing creams, for example, with vitamin E, and sunscreen).
Only gets rid of dirt and rashes
- Facial cleansing
solves a limited range of problems in its “area”: it is recommended for people with a large number of pimples, blackheads, comedones, sebaceous plugs and post-acne, as well as a tendency to increased oily skin. - Peeling
is also suitable for those who suffer from all kinds of age spots, dull tone and loss of skin elasticity, as well as age-related changes. Due to a deeper effect (together with acids), exfoliation combats a greater number of imperfections and can even replace a circular facelift.
Types of procedure
- Mechanical
Has the lightest impact. Compositions containing small abrasive particles are applied to the skin. They can be ground fruit seeds, nut shells or coffee beans. Application of the product is also accompanied by a light manual massage. Abrasive particles gently cleanse the skin of impurities, removing excess sebaceous glands accumulated in the pores. Due to the minimal impact of the procedure, mechanical peeling can be done during pregnancy, in the early stages (1-3 months).
- Dermabrasion
This type is used only as part of salon procedures. The cosmetologist treats the skin surface with a special device with grinding attachments of varying degrees of abrasiveness. Dermabrasion is called a type of mechanical method.
- Laser
It is carried out using a special apparatus. Skin polishing occurs under the influence of a laser beam. This type is classified as a deeper cleansing. It is most often used by women over 45 years of age, as it has a powerful rejuvenating effect. Allows you to remove traces of acne, scars and other cosmetic imperfections.
- Ultrasonic
It acts using ultrasound, opens pores and removes accumulated impurities. Allows you to gently exfoliate and polish your face without damaging it. The effect is visible after the first procedure.
- Chemical
It has the most powerful effect on the skin - it penetrates into its deep layers, cleanses of impurities and stimulates the natural processes of microcirculation and regeneration. Formulations containing acids are applied to the face, which soften dead skin cells.
Cosmetologists distinguish another classification of exfoliation (peeling), dividing procedures according to the depth of impact.
