To maintain healthy skin, you need to know how to properly care for your face, using masks, creams, and scrubs. One of the modern means of maintaining beauty is pumpkin peeling, which allows you to clean the skin without injuring it, and the effect is visible immediately after the first visit to the cosmetologist. This cosmetic procedure for cleansing the surface and middle layers of the skin also provides complete nutrition.
The composition of pumpkin peeling includes:
- pumpkin pulp;
- acids: hydroxypropionic or lactic, salicylic, glycolic;
- keratin;
- vitamins of groups A, C, E.
Pumpkin peeling belongs to a number of intermediate chemical cleansings, but less painful and traumatic. It is also called gentle, because its main effect is to nourish the skin with useful substances and microelements.
Description of peeling
Pumpkin peeling is an effective procedure for cleansing and renewal. It was developed by American scientists. Even the most gentle product injures the skin. However, the pumpkin remedy makes the cleansing process more delicate.
Pumpkin pulp is used in peeling. The benefit lies in the presence of vitamins A and E, which moisturize the skin, slow down the aging process, and heal wounds. Vitamin C lightens age spots.
In addition to pumpkin, the composition includes:
- acids (lactic, mandelic);
- orange extract;
- lactobacilli;
- pumpkin enzymes.
A composition of the above ingredients is applied to the face. The skin is cleansed and renewed.
Important! The pumpkin preparation belongs to the middle method of purification. Although the product is very delicate, experts recommend doing it not at home, but in beauty salons. An experienced cosmetologist will minimize risks and perform the procedure at a high level.
Are there any contraindications?
An experienced cosmetologist will not prescribe a procedure until he is sure that there are no contraindications to its implementation. Pumpkin facial peeling has a small number of, usually temporary, reasons why you will have to abandon the manipulation. This:
- neoplasms in the areas of intended treatment;
- herpes in the active stage of development;
- burns, open wounds, ulcers on the face;
- identified allergy to peeling ingredients.
In most cases, you need to first eliminate the problem, and then contact a cosmetologist who will do tests and, if no negative reaction to the product is detected, will carry out a series of procedures using pumpkin composition.
This is interesting! Pumpkin is a flagship vegetable in terms of the content of such an important substance as iron. Therefore, by consuming this delicious product, you will also get a healthy complexion and a good mood.
Indications for use
Cosmetologists say that this type of cleansing is indicated:
- for acne, enlarged pores;
- to prevent age-related changes;
- for age spots;
- with an unhealthy complexion.
The procedure is suitable for all skin types. The composition of the product allows it to be used even on dry and sensitive skin, which is prone to irritation and redness. Peeling will help those with oily skin; it optimizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands. This product is used both in adolescence and in adulthood to prevent wrinkles.
What is the procedure
This type of peeling is far from the usual homemade masks, although it contains pumpkin pulp in a concentration of 40%. The use of this component is due to its rich composition: it includes various acids (glycolic, lactic, salicylic), an enzyme complex and vitamins A, E, C.
As a result, the skin becomes smoother and more radiant after the first procedure, and a noticeable rejuvenating effect is achieved. During the course of therapy, even pronounced age spots are minimized.
The advantages include a delicate effect only on the upper and middle layers of the dermis. Therefore, unlike a chemical analogue, the use of pumpkin-based products does not require a long rehabilitation period.
This type of procedure is indispensable for people with oily skin, the problems of which are eliminated due to the vitamin A included in the composition. Additionally, internal processes for the production of collagen fibers are activated, thanks to which it is possible to correct the first signs of aging.
Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):
The widely known antiparasitic function of pumpkin seeds is also used in cosmetic masks. The destructive effect against skin mites has a positive effect on seborrhea.
Indications for use
- Comedones;
- Acne;
- Excessive production of sebaceous secretion;
- Enlarged pores;
- Pigmentation (including freckles);
- Painful skin tone;
- First wrinkles;
- Peeling;
- Porous structure of the dermis;
- Dry skin;
- Acne;
- Traces of fatigue in the periorbital area.
Efficiency of the procedure
Properly executed pumpkin peeling is highly effective. After the procedure, the face looks fresh, a healthy glow appears on the skin, small wrinkles are smoothed out, pimples are dried out.
The number of procedures depends on the client's characteristics. Medium peelings are carried out no more than once every 1–2 weeks. In complex cases, it is necessary to do up to 10 procedures. The skin is completely cleared of rashes, acne marks disappear.
The results of the procedure last for 3 months. A full course of cleansing prolongs the results for another 2-3 months.
Answers on questions
How often should you do pumpkin peeling?
The frequency depends on the problem areas, for example, for acne - once a week, 7-8 procedures, for aging skin - 1-2 times a month, up to 10 procedures.
How long does the effect of pumpkin peeling last?
Up to 6 months.
Which company is better to buy peeling based on pumpkin pulp?
Now there are two leaders in the cosmetic products market: Dermakvest and Hydropeptide. They meet quality-price standards.
Can pumpkin peeling be used by women over 40?
It is possible and even necessary. Pumpkin peeling is great for fighting the signs of aging and helping to smooth out wrinkles.
Let's sum it up
Cleansing the skin using pumpkin is an effective and affordable way. This is essentially a mid-care cleansing that can be used by anyone as an ongoing beauty treatment. To achieve the right cosmetic effect, it is better to go to a salon, where the procedure will take one hour and the effect will last six months.
If you need to carry out a deeper cleaning, there is an excellent solution with Hydrapeptide pumpkin peeling; if the problems are of a superficial nature, it is better to give preference to the product from Dermakvest. If you don’t have the time or opportunity to buy a ready-made drug, you can make an analogue of it yourself.
If you have already tried pumpkin scrub from well-known companies or prepared it yourself, you can leave your review to help those who have doubts.
Types of peelings
The following types of pumpkin peeling are distinguished:
- Dermaquest - normalizes sebaceous secretions, cleanses and tightens pores, has a lifting effect. Dermakvest contains strontium nitrate, which has an anesthetic effect. The client does not feel discomfort or burning. A 118 ml jar will cost 15,000 rubles.
- Meillume - enzyme peeling with pumpkin. Not suitable for sensitive skin. Unlike the previous product, Meillume is a facial scrub with a subtle aroma. The composition includes acids, microspheres of corn starch, pumpkin pulp. The cost of a package (120 ml) is 8,000 rubles.
- HydroPeptide is a professional product developed in the USA. The creators call it “powerful.” The drug contains peptides that are used to combat age-related changes. One package (118 ml) of Hydropeptide costs 5,500 rubles.
Client reviews of pumpkin peeling
Pumpkin peeling quickly found a target audience in Europe and the post-Soviet space. Fans of exfoliation leave numerous reviews on the Internet about its effects. We took the liberty of analyzing more than 30 cosmetic forums where this type of peeling is discussed and came to the following conclusions:
- 99% of girls and women who used the peeling composition with pumpkin noted the positive effect of the drug. Wrinkles are smoothed out, the oval of the face is tightened, teenage and age-related defects disappear or become less noticeable.
- 1% either do not notice any changes after the course of procedures, or are dissatisfied with the effect of the exfoliant.
From the above, it is clear that an exfoliant containing pumpkin really helps solve many skin problems. The 1% of those dissatisfied can be attributed to the incompetence of the specialists to whom the women turned, the purchase of a non-original drug, or independent incorrect actions with the exfoliant.
To summarize, let us recall that the described drug Dermaquest is a new, untested by many women remedy with great prospects. The example of Dermakvest shows that cosmetology has taken another step towards returning to proven natural methods of skin improvement.
Preparatory stage
The first step that is best not to be overlooked before any cosmetic procedure is a consultation with a cosmetologist. During the consultation, a specialist will examine the condition of the skin and determine the indications for peeling.
Important! During the conversation, the cosmetologist will determine whether the person has contraindications. For example, dermatological diseases, pregnancy, cancer, wounds and cuts.
Don't forget about preparing your home. If before the procedure the woman has already used products with acids, then preparation for the procedure should begin 2 weeks in advance. If you haven’t had such experience, then in 3 weeks. The girl should start using products containing acids (creams, serums). It is better to discuss the choice of product with a cosmetologist. A few days before the procedure, it is necessary to exclude products with AHA acids. A week before peeling, you should not use products that cause skin damage (scrubs).
Before the procedure, it is recommended to take a course of vitamins. This will help prevent herpes. It is not advisable to do pumpkin peeling in the summer. Cosmetologists insist on carrying out the procedure in autumn and winter. Possibly held in the spring (for example, March). If a girl does have peeling in the summer, she must forget about tanning for at least a month and use sunscreen for a month.
Benefit
This type of peeling is a combination of pumpkin and various acids. This achieves two goals at once:
- pumpkin is rich in vitamins A and C, therefore it helps to heal the skin, increase its elasticity, restore natural radiance, and also increase the ability to independently cope with the negative effects of the environment;
- acids (usually glycolic, salicylic, lactic), which renew the skin, trigger metabolic processes, help saturate tissues with oxygen, eliminate various imperfections, including wrinkles, pigmentation, acne, and make the epidermis noticeably smoother and more elastic.
Peeling belongs to the medium category, that is, it affects not only the surface of the skin, but also the deeper layers. As a result of this, not only the dermis is cleansed of all kinds of impurities, but also the natural production of elastin and collagen is activated, which always slows down with age.
Therefore, the procedure has a rejuvenating effect, which is expressed in reducing the severity of wrinkles, lightening pigmentation, and tightening the facial contour.
The Dermakvest company produces a whole line of products with the addition of pumpkin. The products also contain various acids, vitamins and other components.
How is the procedure done in the salon?
The client will have to spend at least an hour (60–80 minutes) in the salon. During this time, the cosmetologist will perform the following steps:
- At the first stage, the cosmetologist cleanses the skin of dust and makeup residues. For this purpose, two products are used, the first directly cleanses, and the second prepares for the application of the next stage of products.
- At the preparatory stage, a solution is applied to the face, which opens the pores, prepares the skin, and has an anesthetic effect.
- Next, peeling is applied to the skin. The exact time of exposure is determined by a cosmetologist. The client may feel a burning, pinching, or tingling sensation.
- The cosmetologist applies a nourishing mask. It soothes the skin. Masks with peptides are often used.
- The last step involves applying a strong moisturizer with UV protection.
Attention! Only a qualified cosmetologist can perform the procedure correctly.
Healing period
The condition of the skin immediately after pumpkin peeling depends on your skin type and other characteristics. There is slight redness and peeling. The skin should be velvety and smooth. After 4–7 days, the client will see the full result of the transformation.
You cannot wash your face for 24 hours after the procedure. It is not advisable to use decorative cosmetics for 2–3 days after. Creams that accelerate skin healing should be used. A woman should drink more water and nourish her body from the inside with supplements and vitamins, such as Omega-3.
Features of peeling at home
Pumpkin peeling can also be done at home. Main differences from the salon version:
- simpler preparatory stage;
- the procedure time is shorter;
- the home option is safer;
- peeling at home is less effective.
Cleansing with pumpkin is a virtually painless and gentle method. It suits everyone. However, before carrying out, you should familiarize yourself with the full list of contraindications and pay attention to precautions.
Cosmetologist - esthetician Elena, @cosmetolog_lena_, Moscow
Dermaquest pumpkin peeling steams and loosens the stratum corneum; Breaks down sebum on the surface and inside the follicles; Cleanses and tightens pores; Eliminates the causative agent of acne.
“I won’t get tired of singing odes of praise to this peeling!
Atraumatic facial cleansing! Peeling facial cleansing for skin with comedones and enlarged pores: for acne and blackheads.”
Precautionary measures
It is forbidden to use peeling for allergies, wounds, ulcers, severe inflammation, exacerbation of chronic diseases, during pregnancy and lactation. It is not recommended to use products with acids in summer, as this can cause pigmentation. Precautionary measures include: conducting an allergy test, using sterile instruments, thoroughly cleansing the skin, using peeling no more than once every 10 days, and avoiding manipulation of the skin after the procedure.
If precautions were violated during the procedure, the girl may encounter infectious complications, allergies, erythema, hyperpigmentation, and scars.
Attention! Burns, new acne, age spots, inflammation after peeling are not the norm. Their appearance should prompt you to immediately consult a dermatologist.
Advantages and disadvantages
Compared to other types of chemical peeling, pumpkin peeling has its pros and cons.
Advantages:
- gentle effect;
- fast recovery period;
- mild pain or its complete absence;
- Suitable for any skin type.
Flaws:
- poor effectiveness in difficult cases;
- the need to carry out a course of procedure to obtain a lasting result.
6. Cosmetologist Yuliana Tsvetkova, @cvetkova_konturnayaplastika, Rostov-on-Don
Result of application: getting rid of inflamed acne elements, evening out skin tone and texture, reduces sebum production. The advantage is that it is atraumatic!
“Chemical peeling-cleaning based on pumpkin pulp.
This peeling is quite soft and gentle and the purpose of its use is, for the most part, to replenish the tissues with beneficial substances.”
Patient reviews
In order to form a final opinion, it is worth considering the opinions of patients:
This patient believes that peeling is worth the money.
This girl describes an amazing result - the skin tightened, the pores narrowed, as if she had been using expensive cosmetics for a long time.
This client considers pumpkin peeling to be her favorite. It is suitable both in cost and in effect.
The pumpkin procedure even helps some people get rid of acne scars.
Our skin needs care. Salon treatments are highly effective, but you can also take care of your skin at home. Pumpkin peeling will come to the rescue and transform your face. If the procedure is carried out correctly, the effect can be seen both after salon care and after home care.
How to do at home
Not all girls can afford a course of salon procedures, since their price for one session ranges from 1500-3000 rubles.
You can take care of your skin inexpensively and efficiently at home. A simple scrub recipe using available ingredients will give no worse results than salon cleaning. We perform actions in the following sequence:
- Grind the pumpkin pulp in a blender; the finished product should yield three tablespoons. Add juice squeezed from half a lemon and a teaspoon of fine salt. If the skin is very dry, you can add a tablespoon of kefir or yogurt of minimal fat content.
- We cleanse the face of makeup and impurities. Wipe with degreasing tonic, steam with a warm towel or over a container of hot water.
- Apply the prepared scrub to the face, leaving the area around the mouth and eyes untreated.
- Gently massage the skin for two minutes, then leave for another 8 minutes.
- Gently wash off the residue with warm water. To consolidate the effect, you can apply a mask suitable for your skin type.
- After completing all the manipulations, apply sunscreen to the skin.
Judging by the reviews of experts, the desired effect of peeling at home can be achieved after a month of regular care. Procedures are done once a week, no more. If necessary, therapy is repeated after 3-4 months.
