Peeling is a method of deep cleansing of the skin. In no case should peeling be used on a daily basis. With frequent use, it can damage the skin, depriving it of protective functions. Peeling is usually performed once a week, using it not only for the skin of the face, but also for such zones as elbows, knees, feet.
Before the procedure of home peeling, the first thing to do is to remove the make-up from the face. Wash thoroughly with foam or gel for washing. The second thing that you need to determine for yourself is which type of peeling to choose. At home, you can use the following types of peelings: mask-film, gommage, scrubs, cream-peelings.
Scrub is the most popular type of peeling. For exfoliating effect, the scrub composition usually includes fragmented grape seed particles, almond seeds, peach and apricot kernels, and also fine sea salt. Such particles perfectly release the skin from the keratinized cells, which returns the skin velvety and fresh appearance. Now there is an opinion that scrub with artificial particles is better, since it does not damage the skin. Apply a scrub to a clean, moist skin and massage it lightly over the face. You can massage your face for 1-2 minutes, then wash off the scrub with warm water. Plus, scrub is that it improves blood circulation, which is well reflected in the appearance of the face. Scrubs have an undoubted rejuvenating effect.
Contraindications to the use of scrub: acne and other eruptions on the face. In such cases, it is better to completely abandon the use of scrub, since there is a risk that pimples will become larger.
Gommage is a delicately exfoliating cream. It is ideal for dry and sensitive skin, also suitable for problematic skin. The difference between gommage and scrub is that it does not contain exfoliating particles and is a paste of fats, waxes and fillers that can remove dead skin cells and clean contaminated pores. Gommage usually keeps on the face for 5-10 minutes, after which it is removed. Gommage is removed from the face without washing off, but with the help of hands. The dried film should be carefully cleaned with fingers, as if rolling it off the face.
Mask-film. The main component of such masks is a substance from seaweed, which has the properties of jelly. Mask-film is applied to the face with light movements and left for 15 minutes, during which it dries. The dried film is carefully removed from the face, along with, by the way, all debris and keratinized skin cells are removed.
Cream-peeling acts on the skin of the face differently. He does not remove the keratinized cells, but dissolves them. For this, in cream-peeling, there are components such as lactic, malic, citric acids. Cream peeling should be kept on the face specified time and rinse with warm water. Cream-peeling is able to smooth out fine wrinkles and is especially recommended for fading skin. The condition of using this kind of peeling - the next day you need to apply a sunscreen on your face, even if there are clouds in the sky. This condition must be observed in order not to harm the skin.
You need to know that after peeling it's time to make a nourishing face mask. The effect of such a complex skin care will be, respectively, double. If there is no time for the mask, then wipe your face with a slice of apple or raw potato.