Deep skin cleansing is the first and very important step in proper cosmetic care. Peeling (exfoliation) helps to eliminate the dead skin of the epidermis, remove excess fat and dirt from the pores, smooth out the color and relief of the face. The most gentle option is a procedure using natural acids.
What is a fruit peeling face?
The name of the presented manipulation comes from the English verb to peel - sand, scrape. Fruit acids for peeling and regeneration have the softest effect, so they do not harm even sensitive, dry and allergic reactions. Such exfoliation carefully removes unnecessary epidermis, deeply cleanses pores, stimulates cell regeneration and elastin production.
Fruit peeling is an effective procedure for improving the appearance of the face and normalizing the activity of the sebaceous glands. With prolonged regular use of exfoliates (alpha hydroxy acids or AHA), they help to get rid of age spots, post-acne and comedones, noticeably smooth out the relief of the skin and its shade. One of the advantages of manipulation is the safety and the possibility of conducting sessions at home.
How does fruit peeling work?
By the mechanism of action, the procedure under consideration is a chemical skin burn, the depth of which is carefully controlled. Fruit peeling for the face contains acids, dissolving dead cells, sebaceous gland secretions and dirt in the pores. Improved appearance of the skin is noticeable after the first manipulation. For sustained results, a course of cosmetic therapy will be required - from 4 sessions (the amount depends on the condition and needs of the epidermis) with interruptions of 7-10 days.
When is it better to do fruit peeling?
Due to the removal of the surface layer of the skin, it becomes more prone to negative environmental factors. For this reason, face peeling with fruit acids is recommended to perform during periods of low activity of the Sun, optimally - from autumn to spring. Otherwise, the risk of formation of persistent pigment spots on the background of increased production of melanin under the influence of ultraviolet radiation is increased. If the fruit peeling can not be postponed and it is necessary to carry out manipulations in the summer, it is important to protect the epidermis. For this purpose, special creams with SPF of at least 30 units are suitable.
How often can I do fruit peeling?
The concentration of preparations for application, the duration of their exposure and the frequency of procedures are determined individually. Cleaning the face with fruit acids refers to the surface peelings, but with incorrect application it can cause harm and provoke a deep chemical burn. This is fraught with dangerous complications, damage to blood vessels and the formation of scars.
Girls with normal skin without pronounced defects are recommended to do exfoliation 1-2 times a year. If the epidermis is prone to fat, there are multiple shortcomings (comedones, post-acne , pigmentation , scars and others), it is desirable to perform fruit-and-acid peeling more often. Nuances of the course of treatment should be determined by an experienced cosmetologist. Some women need 5-8 sessions 2-3 times a year, in other cases, up to 11 procedures are needed.
Fruit peeling - contraindications
There are conditions under which exfoliation can not be done only at a particular moment and it needs to be transferred. Fruit peeling has the following relative contraindications:
- fresh tan;
- period of high activity of the Sun;
- exacerbation of herpes;
- mechanical damage to the skin (abrasions, scratches, wounds);
- inflammation in the application area;
- pregnancy;
- breast-feeding;
- use of photosensitizing drugs or cosmetics.
Sometimes peeling on the basis of fruit acids is strictly prohibited:
- intolerance of the drug components, allergy;
- couperose ;
- diabetes;
- severe blood diseases;
- the skin's tendency to scarring and pigmentation in case of damage;
- chronic dermatological pathologies;
- serious physical illnesses;
- hirsutism;
- neoplasms of any quality.
Fruit acids for the face
For exfoliation, natural ingredients extracted from natural products are used. Fruit acid peeling can be based on such AHA:
- lemon;
- apple;
- glycolic ;
- dairy;
- grape (wine);
- salicylic;
- almond ;
- ferulic.
Fruit peeling in the salon
If the manipulation is intended to solve the expressed skin problems, it is better to trust the specialists. Professional chemical peeling with fruit acids is done in different concentrations, which determine the degree of its effect on the epidermis. The course of therapy is carried out in stages:
- first sessions - up to 20% AHA;
- with 3-4 procedures - 40-55%;
- the final manipulation is 70-90%.
Fruit peeling for the face in the salon is selected individually, so it will accurately match the type and fat content of the skin, its needs and treatment goals. Experienced cosmetologists often combine several exfoliates to achieve the desired results. Thanks to the competent approach, it is possible to deeply clean the epidermis without significant damage, get rid of "black spots" and closed comedones, remove pigment spots and small superficial scars, and rejuvenate the skin. Visual effects of manipulation are easy to see in photographs.
Fruit peeling for the face at home
Self-exfoliation is permissible with minor problems with the epidermis. Cleaning the face with fruit acids at home will help to eliminate rare and small skin defects, prevent the formation of comedones and regulate the activity of the sebaceous glands. It is allowed to perform more often than professional procedures, because the concentration of AHA in home remedies is low and the risk of getting a burn is minimal.
How to make peeling fruit acids?
There are ready-made preparations for exfoliation and recipes for their independent production from natural products. The procedure for peeling at home with the use of professional cosmetics is as follows:
- Wash thoroughly with a deep cleansing facial cleanser .
- Rinse skin with cool or slightly warm water.
- Starting from the forehead and nose, apply fruit peeling on the face with a wide soft brush. The drug is distributed a thin layer and strips, which should not overlap each other.
- Avoid the area of eyelids and lips.
- Withstand exfoliation for 20-40 minutes (according to the instructions and concentration of the remedy).
- Rinse the preparation with cool running water without hygienic cosmetics.
- After the skin dries completely and after 2-3 hours, moisten the epidermis with a light cream.
Fruit peeling at home - recipes
Women with normal skin without significant flaws can regularly apply special masks from natural products. Fruit acid peeling at home is maximally safe, because it contains AHA in low concentrations. With good tolerability, such procedures are allowed to be done 1-3 times a week for several months.
Sweet fruit peeling at home
Ingredients :
- kiwi - 200 g;
- banana - 200 g;
- pineapple - 200 g.
Preparation, application
- Fruit ingredients clean and grind, grind with a blender.
- Mix the pulp to homogeneity.
- Put mashed potatoes on a clean face.
- Rinse off with cool water after 15 minutes.
Available peeling for face and body
Ingredients :
- apple - 100 g;
- carrots - 50 g;
- cucumber - 50 g.
Preparation, application
- Finely grate or grind the food.
- Mix fruit and vegetable ingredients.
- Apply to a clean, damp skin.
- Wash off the compound after 10 minutes.
Nourishing peeling with fruit acids
Ingredients :
- natural unsweetened yogurt - 1,5 tsp.
- Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice - 2 tsp.
Preparation, application
- Mix the ingredients.
- Apply a thin layer of the product to a clean face.
- After 2-3 minutes repeat the action.
- After 5 minutes, apply the third layer of the product.
- After a quarter of an hour, wash with cool water.
Skin care after peeling with fruit acids
Exfoliation is a damage to the epidermis, so it needs high-quality protection. Skin care after peeling should be gentle and gentle. To cleanse the face, you need to use gentle mousses, gels, foams, giving up scrubs and alcohol-containing lotions. If fruit pro-peeling is done, it is important to use sunscreen with SPF not lower than 30, even if the weather is not sunny on the street. It is forbidden to visit the solarium or sunbathe on the beach throughout the course of exfoliation.