Face masks with acids have become a real find for those who dream of preserving youth and freshness of the skin. Regular procedures guarantee deep cleansing and collagen synthesis. A variety of face masks with acids make it possible to solve aesthetic problems, maintain water levels, and restore even facial skin relief.
Professional cosmetologists recommend such complex care to effectively combat inflammatory processes, as well as age-related skin changes.
Classification
Acid face masks are more effective than daily care products. What problems can be solved with their help? Face masks with acids moisturize, smooth, nourish the skin, give it a rested and he althy look.
Depending on the form of release, manufacturers offer the following options:
- gel and cream masks for professional and home use (moisturizing, cleansing, anti-aging);
- film masks (afterdrying, they form a thin film on the face);
- paraffin (needed for cleansing the face, as well as tonic and moisturizer);
- alginate (powder), before using which it is supposed to dilute the powder with an activator or ordinary water to a gel-like composition;
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fabric (textile plates, which are cut out along the contour of the face, are impregnated with a composition with active ingredients);
- collagen (consist of lyophilized collagen and components: plant extracts, vitamins, acids);
- silicone (powders to be diluted in water);
- biomatrix masks (an innovative development, which is an effective acid concentrate).
Depending on skin type, the following mask options are distinguished:
1. For normal skin.
2. For dry skin.
3. For sensitive skin.
4. For combination skin.
Features of using masks
Methods of application, removal options, exposure (duration of the procedure) of face masks depend on the composition of the acid. Professional cosmetologists identify several general principles for the use of masks:
- the active composition is applied to previously cleansed skin (otherwise, allergic reactions and inflammations are possible);
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hair before the procedure must be removed under a cap or bandage;
- do not apply face masks to the area around the lips and eyes;
- the mask is applied with a special brush or swab, taking into account the manufacturer's recommendations;
- when applying the composition with acids on the face, the patient should refrain from talking and active facial expressions.
How often can acid face masks be used? For each type of skin, the frequency of their use is determined by the beautician. For example, oily skin requires daily cleansing procedures. Professional collagen masks that increase its tone can be applied twice a year in courses of 10 procedures.
How acid affects the skin
How effective is an acid face mask? Reviews indicate that with the help of such funds, many women eliminate age spots, achieve a good anti-aging effect.
Acids are now included in various beauty products and are used to perform numerous procedures. They have a lot of useful properties. First of all, cosmetologists use various organic acids to cleanse the epithelium, as well as for facial skin rejuvenation procedures.
Final result
The correct and systematic use of such funds will achieve certain positive results in 14 days:
- remove excess moisture from the dermis, reducing puffiness;
- normalize the acid-base balance in the structure of the dermis;
- restore the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
- give skin elasticity and tenderness;
- smooth fine mimic wrinkles;
- eliminate skin rashes;
- minimize or completely remove pigmentation (spots on the face);
- clear and tighten pores;
- reduce blackheads;
- increase skin resistance to external irritants: infections, low temperatures, ultraviolet radiation.
Systematic procedures allow you to remove scars, stretch marks, scars from the skin, strengthen blood vessels. Despite the extensive scope of use, acids have a targeted effect on the skin.
You can use them as anti-aging agents, as well as to combat pigmentation. To achieve tangible results, it is important to understand the cause of the problem and select the optimal component.
Features of hyaluronic acid
Currently, cosmetologists often use a face mask with hyaluronic acid. Reviews testify to the complex action of this tool. Already after 3-4 procedures, women notice a significant improvement in appearance, removal of puffiness.
Tissue face mask with hyaluronic acid retains moisture in the structure of the dermis. Anti-aging creams and masks with this acid, judging by the reviews, successfully cope with the normalization of water balance, do not allow prematureskin aging.
Hyaluronic acid has a smoothing effect, so masks with it help to give the face a he althy and well-groomed look. Injections of this acid help to activate the production of collagen, normalize the oval of the face, improve the shape of the nose and lips.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
This popular substance has strong antioxidant properties. The acid binds free radicals that damage the appearance of the skin.
Face masks with this active ingredient are suitable for all skin types. The substance interacts well in fatty and aqueous media, therefore, it is lipoic acid that is used for the manufacture of various cosmetic products. Face masks based on it are suitable for normal to oily skin.
Succinic acid
Cosmetics in which this organic compound is added are designed for aging skin. What effect does succinic acid have? A face mask based on it allows you to supply the dermis with the necessary substances, as a result of which the skin is smoothed.
The use of such cosmetics gives the face a natural glow. Manufacturers add succinic acid to many creams. Face masks at home can be made on the basis of a cream, thereby getting rid of excess oil and making the skin more elastic and natural.
Salicylic acid as a cosmetic product
Acetylsalicylic acid face mask is prettya popular tool in modern cosmetology. The substance is used to combat inflammatory lesions of the dermis.
Since salicylic acid has antibacterial properties, it dries the skin and prevents irritation on the face.
The substance perfectly exfoliates old skin particles, eliminates black spots, copes with acne. Salicylic acid dissolves sebum, resumes processes in the structure of the dermis.
Fatty acids
This fatty acid is added to creams as an emulsifier. It increases the protective properties of the skin, which helps to neutralize external influences: wind, low temperatures, ultraviolet radiation.
Palmitic acid has similar properties, added to protective cosmetics.
With a deficiency of these two fatty acids in the body, not only the condition of the skin worsens, but the appearance of hair and nails also changes.
Cosmetologists add palmitic and stearic acids to masks, protecting the dermis from negative external factors.
Ascorbic acid
No one doubts the benefits of vitamin C, but not everyone knows that ascorbic acid is a substance in demand in cosmetology. This substance has excellent antioxidant properties.
The use of vitamin C prevents wrinkles and folds. This organic compound protects skin cells from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. Vitamin Calso affects skin tone, copes with pigmentation.
Terms of Use
In order for cosmetic masks with acids to benefit the skin, some recommendations must be followed:
1. Stick to the allowable dosage.
2. Protect skin from direct sunlight.
3. Perform a preliminary allergy test by applying the mask to an inconspicuous area of skin.
Cosmetologists warn clients that acid masks have some contraindications and side effects. For example, such funds are not recommended for girls under the age of 22 years. Young skin does not need additional stimulation, it is able to renew itself.
Do not use products with organic acids after prolonged exposure to the sun. Due to ultraviolet radiation, the risk of a huge number of age spots is high.
Before using the product, you must carefully study the percentage of active ingredients in the mask. If it exceeds 4-5%, therefore, the product is a professional product, only a qualified cosmetologist can use it. Self-use of such masks with acids can lead to chemical burns to the skin.
Before using the product with any of the organic acids, it is necessary to conduct a preliminary test for allergic reactions. If 15-20 minutes after applying the mask to a separate area of the skin, redness appears on the face, itching and burning occur, this remedy cannot be used.
For hypersensitive skin, it is necessary to reduce the duration of the cosmetic procedure. Among the restrictions on the use of face masks with acids and pregnancy. The woman's body is undergoing serious changes, so the aggressive components of the mask can cause a large number of age spots on the face.
