The skin of the face has to deal daily with the influence of various negative factors that lead to clogging of pores. In addition, its turgor decreases, metabolic processes and respiratory functions slow down. To correct the situation with conventional hygiene procedures and cosmetics is beyond the power. To cleanse the skin of comedones and sebaceous plugs, more radical measures will be required, namely manual facial cleansing. What it is? What devices will it require and does it have contraindications? All this - below.
Operation principle
Manual (mechanical, manual) cleaning is a procedure during which blackheads, pimples and white spots are squeezed out using special devices. This type of cleaning can be carried out with the help of a Vidal needle, Uno spoon. Unlike other methods of skin cleansing (ultrasonic, vacuum),the manual method is more effective in more advanced cases.
If the procedure is performed in a beauty parlor, the beautician strictly observes all the rules for its implementation and monitors sterility, since the risk of skin infection is too high.
Steaming the skin is the main stage of manual facial cleansing. If the pores are open, this makes it easier to remove impurities. At the end of the procedure, the beautician applies disinfectants to the skin. During the procedure, preparations are used that soothe the skin and make the pores less enlarged.
Manual facial cleansing by a beautician can be combined with other methods. It goes well with ultrasonic and laser methods. Thus, it is possible to increase the efficiency of both procedures.
Algorithm for performing the procedure
What is it - manual facial cleansing and what is its duration? The duration of the procedure is about 40-50 minutes. The process itself is as follows:
- At the initial stage, the skin is cleansed of makeup, surface dust and impurities.
- Next, a cleansing mask is applied to the skin, which draws out the sebaceous plugs on the face from the pores.
- The skin is then treated with a degreaser.
- After all these manipulations, the beautician applies creams and masks with a steaming effect on the skin. At this stage, the task is to open the pores.
- Afterthe skin will be thoroughly steamed, followed by a cleaning procedure using fingertips or special tools.
- The final stage involves the application of therapeutic masks with anti-inflammatory action.
If the skin is oily, cleaning is recommended every 10 days. Normal skin needs such a procedure no more than once a month.
Applied instruments
As a rule, manual cleaning is carried out exclusively with the help of hands. Removal of comedones and sebaceous plugs is carried out with fingertips wrapped in sterile wipes. It is strictly forbidden to squeeze blackheads and pimples with your fingers, because such manipulations injure the skin and can cause serious complications. If necessary, the following cosmetic instruments can be used:
- Spoon Uno. Such a device is a metal stick with two tips. On one side there is a spatula with a large number of holes. Its task is to remove excess sebum. On the other side, there is a spatula with one hole, which is designed to squeeze out acne.
- Vidal's game. A metal tool with workspaces on both sides. At one end there is a needle for opening inflammatory elements, at the other - a spatula with a hole for squeezing them out.
Regardless of where the procedure will be carried out, at home or in the salon, before proceeding with it, you need to carefully sterilize the instrumentsfor manual facial cleansing.
Side effects and complications
In reviews of manual facial cleansing, it is often mentioned that after it there are side effects in the form of redness and slight swelling. Often they disappear in 2-3 days, so no specific treatment is required.
Manual cleaning is fraught with more serious complications, such as soft tissue infection, inflammation and scarring.
To avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to take into account contraindications to the procedure and entrust it to an experienced cosmetologist. Care after cleaning plays a big role.
How to care for skin after manual cleansing
The entire recovery period usually takes 1-5 days. The first 12 hours are considered the most difficult, so at first you should not go outside. You don't have to wash your face either. Within 2-3 days, you should refrain from applying decorative cosmetics, visiting a solarium. During this period, the skin should be protected from sunlight, so before going outside, it is necessary to apply a cream with a high protection factor.
Basic care after the procedure involves the use of cosmetics that soothe the skin, relieve inflammation, and speed up the recovery process. Such products should be applied in the morning and afternoon, and it is advisable to use lotions that do not contain alcohol in the evening.
If there is a need,areas with inflammation should be treated with antiseptic agents. To dry the skin and minimize the activity of bacteria, reviews recommend applying masks based on healing clay. It is important to know what it is - manual facial cleansing and what cosmetic products to use after it.
Contraindications
Manual cleaning is a procedure that injures the skin. The list of contraindications for manual facial cleansing is small, so many can afford it.
Contraindications include:
- herpes;
- abscesses;
- abscesses;
- vascular network;
- furunculosis;
- pathology of the circulatory system;
- herpes;
- skin diseases (dermatitis, psoriasis, etc.);
- rosacea;
- subcutaneous tick;
- Skin hypersensitivity;
- period of menstruation.
Advantages and disadvantages
Manual facial cleansing is a simple and effective procedure that allows you to clear the skin of acne. It does not require expensive tools and cosmetics. The great advantage of manual facial cleansing is that it is versatile, which means that it can be done both at home and in the salon.
A small list of contraindications and financial availability are also the main advantages of the procedure.
As for the shortcomings, among them, the reviews mention pain during the procedure and the occurrencecomplications. If safety precautions are violated during the procedure or during the recovery period, this may be fraught with the appearance of a serious inflammatory process and scarring.
Rehabilitation period: basic rules
In order for the skin to recover faster, during the rehabilitation period, you need to follow the basic recommendations of the beautician:
- In the evening, after cleansing, clean the skin with an alcohol-free lotion and apply a night cream.
- For the first 3-5 days, it is recommended to use a pore-reducing tonic and an antiseptic solution.
- Thermal water is ideal as a cleanser, which provides an additional antibacterial effect.
- To eliminate inflammation after cleansing, you need to apply masks of white clay and mineral water (ratio - 1:1). After washing, be sure to use a cream with a moisturizing effect.
- For skin care, you can use cosmetic products that contain aloe vera extract.
- As mentioned above, during the rehabilitation period, the skin should be protected from ultraviolet radiation and do not use decorative cosmetics.
- You need to touch your face as little as possible and not peel off healed crusts.
Precautions
Manual cleaning is considered the most painful and traumatic cosmetic procedure. If you do not follow the rules of conduct, there is a high risk of the following complications:
- Prolonged redness. To fix it, you can usemasks, cold packs, lotions with anti-inflammatory properties.
- Puffiness of the skin. Such an adverse reaction may occur within 1-2 days after cleansing. The beautician may prescribe drugs with a diuretic effect. However, before taking them, you need to make sure that there are no allergies.
- Hematomas. This phenomenon occurs due to excessive efforts that were applied during manual cleaning. To eliminate it, you will have to apply absorbable ointments and cold compresses.
- Inflammation on the skin. This phenomenon indicates that during the procedure, full attention was not paid to antiseptic treatment or the rules for skin care during the recovery period were not followed.
- Scars. Their appearance is associated with an incorrect technique for performing the procedure. These side effects often occur after facial cleansing done at home.
- Strong peeling. It mainly appears on too dry skin due to the use of improperly selected products. In this case, it will be possible to solve the problem by applying deep moisturizers.
- Enlarged pores. They arise due to the natural characteristics of the skin or due to too intense pressure on the epidermis during the procedure.
- Allergy. Such an unexpected reaction may occur due to the use of cosmetics.
- Skin infection. Such a complication is the result of non-compliance with the rules for disinfecting the instrument. It also appears due to cleaning, which is carried out with dirty hands. Treatment is with antibioticspreparations and treatment with special preparations.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that most cosmetologists consider manual facial cleansing a painful and traumatic procedure, it is still in great demand due to its effectiveness. When choosing a method for cleaning the skin from acne, pimples and sebaceous plugs, it is necessary to study in detail each of the options that modern cosmetology offers and choose the most suitable one for yourself. It is important to learn about all the features of manual facial cleansing. What it is and whether it has contraindications, you already know. If the choice is made in favor of a manual technique, it is advisable to entrust this procedure to an experienced cosmetologist. In this way, adverse reactions and serious complications can be avoided.
