No one doubts the benefits of daily skin cleansing. For this, manufacturers of cosmetic products have released many expensive and cheap products. The lotion has taken a stable place in the set of cosmetic products for complete care. It is an important step in daily cleansing of the skin, as it penetrates deep through the pores and successfully copes with various skin problems (pimples, blackheads, excessive pigmentation, make-up impurities). They are economical, easy to use and effective.
Lotion - a liquid cosmetic product for skin, hair and other parts of the body in the form of a water-alcohol or aqueous solution, which includes active substances (vitamins, infusions of medicinal plants, organic substances).
Classification of cosmetic lotions
There is no single universally recognized classification of lotions, so the division of this productbased on manufacturer's specifications and specifications.
Depending on the purpose, they are hygienic and treatment-and-prophylactic, special purpose. Depending on the physiological characteristics of the skin of the face or head - lotions for normal and dry, oily, combination and problem skin. Lotions are made for hair, hands, feet and the whole body.
By consistency, they can be liquid, emulsion, jelly-like, ointment-like, waxy.
Cosmetic lotion composition
The main component in the composition of the product is water, since the firmness and elasticity of the lower and upper layers of the skin directly depends on the level of moisture. The main task of the cosmetic product is to maintain the moisture level at the optimal level - 80%. The next important component is ethyl alcohol (17-35%). It has the following actions:
- reduces the surface tension of water on the face (the effect of "tightness" of the skin);
- has a tonic and softening effect;
- dissolves fatty contamination of the skin, providing degreasing;
- has astringent, antibacterial and deodorant action.
The composition of the cosmetic contains biologically active substances.
Components for the production of lotions
| Component | Action |
| Fragrances | Fragrance cosmetics |
| Surfactants -solubilizers |
Reducing the alcohol concentration to the optimal percentage. Increasing the solubility of biologically active substances |
| Glycerin | Skin softening |
| Mineraloils (e.g. perfume oil) | Soothes skin, dissolves active ingredients |
| Citric acid | Has whitening and antiseptic action |
| Salicylic acid | Antiseptic and deodorant action |
| Benzoic acid, camphor, menthol | Antiseptic action |
| Adipic acid | Improves skin tone |
| Boric acid |
Has a bleaching and disinfectant effect. Repairs the slightly acid reaction of the skin |
| Aluminum s alts | Skin softening |
| Benzoic and ascorbic acids (weak solutions) | Skin softening |
| Dermatotropic substances | Increase skin regenerative abilities |
| Tannin, aluminum potash alum | Astringent effect |
| Organic acids, vitamins and microelements, enzymes, amino acids, flavonoids, essential oils,found in herbal extracts | Normalization of the functioning of skin cells, prevention of premature aging |
| Fruit acids | Provides exfoliation of the stratum corneum and skin depigmentation |
| Amethocaine, benzocaine | Skin irritation relief |
| Benzalkonium chloride | Acts as an antiseptic |
| Dye | Product coloring |
Cosmetic lotion may contain extracts of various medicinal plants: hawthorn, calendula, plantain, chamomile.
Functions
The table shows the main functionality of the product:
| Cosmetic lotions: | Functions |
| Hygienic purpose |
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| Treatment-prophylactic |
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Recommendations for use
Cosmetic lotion for the face must be applied according to its type. The alcohol content in them for different skin types is different: the drier the skin, the less alcohol should be. This is due to the fact that even with a small percentage of alcohol in a cosmetic product, the skin is irritated and dried out. Beauticians recommend using tonic lotion for people with normal, dry and sensitive skin.
When cleansing the face and body use bath discs. They lightly wipe the face in a circular motion, without touching the area around the eyes and lips. The figure shows the massage lines along which you need to move. If the soil is very dirty, you can repeat the process with a new disc until your face is completely clean.
Using body lotions
It is recommended to use body lotion after interaction with water from one to several times a day. The cosmetic product is applied in a circular motion on slightly moistened skin - this will improve the absorption of the product and retain moisture in the upper layers of the epidermis. After these procedures, the skin will become hydrated and retain elasticity for a long time.
Caring for aging skin
Lotion "Hawthorn" - water-alcohol solution containing hawthorn extract and perfume composition. The composition is dominated by ethyl alcohol (from 70% to 75%). The active substance contributes to the destruction of free radicals.
Main actions of the tool:
- toning effect;
- Hawthorn lotion has astringent, wound healing and antiseptic action;
- for aging skin performs anti-aging functions;
- regulates water balance and moisturizes the skin.
Women note that the results are visible after just a few applications - the skin becomes smooth, matte, wrinkles are less noticeable, the complexion evens out. This is a product that not only has a positive effect on the skin, but is also economical.
Dry Skin Care
For this type of skin, washing with soap in hard water is not suitable. For this, special tonic lotions are designed, which do not contain ethyl alcohol. They may contain glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, polyols, panthenol, propylene glycol.
Clean Line tonic lotion is designed for daily use and contains extracts of chamomile, nettle, yarrow, St. John's wort and celandine. The active substance helps to cope with irritation, cleanses dry skin of makeup and epidermal cells, tones and softens the skin.
After application, women note that the Pure Line tonic lotion is suitable for all skin types: the medicinal herbs that make up the composition soothe and nourish it. However, people with sensitive skin should use the product with caution.
Oily Skin Care
This type of skin is characterized by excessive secretion of sebum, so pimples appear on the face, acne andinflammation.
Cosmetic alcohol lotions are produced using alcohol (from 35 to 40%). It is not recommended to increase its content, as regular exposure of the cosmetic product to the skin causes dryness and irritation.
Recently, facial care manufacturers are turning to alcohol-free lotions for oily skin, as alcohol is thought to dry out the surface, causing sebum production.
Cosmetic lotion for oily skin should have a simple composition and not contain dyes and fragrances - this is especially emphasized by ladies with such cosmetic problems.
Care for all skin types
Bread cosmetic lotion contains extracts of cereals. It has a moisturizing, toning and soothing effect. The lotion refreshes the face and tightens pores. A manufacturer of cosmetic lotions used plant extracts.
Lotion "Honey aroma". The basis includes honey extract, propolis and oat extract. It can be used for face and body. Many women note that the skin after its application becomes velvety and moisturized.
Cosmetic lotion has found its place among a huge number of cosmetic products.
