Many women face problems such as acne and blackheads. But not everyone has the means and time to visit a beautician. Acne cleansing can be done at home. Popular methods are presented in the article.
Why is this required?
Comedones are the manifestation of acne. As a rule, they appear due to hormonal failure, improper functioning of the sebaceous glands. Due to increased secretion of sebum occurs:
- Violation of the processes of keratinization of the epithelium.
- Reducing the mouth of the follicle, they close.
- Stretching the walls of the follicle with fat.
In addition to sebum, dead skin cells of the epidermis, particles of cosmetics accumulate in the follicles. They clog pores. Oxygen oxidizes the top layer of cork, it turns black.
Cleansing he althy skin happens on its own. But due to stress, hormonal disruptions, unbalanced nutrition, and various ailments, there is an increase in sebum production and a slowdown in cell renewal. Comedones are locateddeep. Topical agents do not always remove them. Facial cleansing of acne can make the skin smooth.
Preparatory work
Skin preparation is required before this procedure. Delicate cleansing is necessary for dry epidermis. Oily skin needs more intensive treatment. Manipulations must be performed on a cleaned cover. Hands must be carefully treated with rubbing alcohol, otherwise an infection may be introduced.
Face cleansing from acne should not be performed with inflammation, immature acne, non-healing wounds, as the situation may worsen. It is necessary to wait until acne and open wounds heal. When squeezing acne, the condition only worsens. They are dried with salicylic acid and other means. When they disappear, it is necessary to regularly cleanse the face of acne.
Mechanical cleaning
Homemade acne facial cleansing is performed in the following steps:
- Purification. The skin must be free from dust, grease, cosmetics. For oily epidermis, gel is suitable, for dry epidermis - milk for washing. A tonic is also applied, which eliminates traces of cosmetics.
- Steaming. With the help of this procedure, pores are opened, facilitating cleansing. It is enough to breathe over a pot of hot water under a towel for 10 minutes. Add chamomile, a string to the water (about 3-4 tablespoons per 2 liters).
- Deep cleaning. For this, a scrub is applied, the skin is massaged, and then washed off with warm water. Particles should not be large, otherwiseinjury to delicate skin. You can buy a scrub or make your own. For preparation, you need ground coffee (2 tablespoons), which is mixed with milk. Sea s alt will work too.
- Deletion. It is necessary to wash your hands and treat with alcohol, and then you should rid the skin of comedones. If there are acne and inflammation, they must first be cured. For this, a special Uno spoon, a Vidal needle and sterile wipes are suitable.
- Decontamination. Wounds that appear should be treated with hydrogen peroxide 3% to prevent skin infection.
- Closing pores. A mask is used that tightens pores.
- Skin treated with moisturizer.
Mechanical cleaning can be painful, especially if the pores close. If the skin is heavily contaminated, the procedure is divided into several sessions.
Contraindications
Face cleaning for acne at home is not performed when:
- Increased sensitivity and dry skin.
- Bronchial asthma, hypertension, herpes.
Approximately 2-3 days after mechanical treatment, cosmetics should not be applied to the skin. An exception is alcohol lotion. Do not sunbathe, go to the solarium. You can not use a scrub for inflammation and wounds. Moisturizer can be applied on day 4.
Ultrasonic cleaning
How to clean your face from acne in this way? First you need to buy a special device. This procedure allows you to clean the skin without damaging it. She isIdeal for all types of epidermis. Thanks to ultrasound, it will be possible to restore metabolism, reduce the amount of sebum.
Under the influence of high-frequency vibrations, the skin is massaged. The face acquires a he althy color, matte surface. Ultrasonic cleaning cannot be performed at:
- Eczema, burns.
- Rake.
- High skin sensitivity.
- Herpes.
- Inflammation.
- After jaw surgery.
- After chemical peels.
- Pregnancy and lactation.
If the skin is normal and combination, ultrasound can be applied twice a month. Even less often, this procedure is performed with dry epidermis.
S alt and soda
Face cleansing from acne and blackheads is done with s alt and soda. The products are cleansing. When in contact with the skin, they violate the integrity of the upper cells, penetrating deeply into them. With them there is a restoration of cells, an increase in protective functions. There are some tips for doing a s alt and baking soda cleanse:
- Must apply scrub or mask with fingers.
- Procedures take 10 minutes. If the skin is sensitive, the exposure time will be reduced.
- Purify every week.
- After that, be sure to apply a moisturizer.
- You should not choose coarse s alt, as it injures the skin.
- It is advisable to take sea s alt.
It is necessary to mix s alt (1 tsp), soda and olive oil. This blend exfoliates the skineliminates shortcomings. Only the procedure should not be performed with allergies, dry skin, the presence of wounds, inflammation, diseases of the circulatory system.
Aspirin use
Face cleansing from acne and blackheads is done with aspirin, which restores fat balance, reduces inflammation, moisturizes the skin of the face, removes blackheads, cleanses the face. The acid in the tablets causes blood flow, restoring the work of the sebaceous glands.
To prepare the scrub, you need 4 crushed aspirin tablets, which are mixed with water (1 spoon). Then honey and burdock oil are added. After mixing, you should get a slurry. It must be applied to the face, washed off after 10 minutes.
Procedures should be performed on clean skin without cosmetics. Aspirin is combined with citrus oils, aloe juice, fermented milk products, honey. Such cleaning should not be performed in the presence of wounds on the face, after waxing, with rosacea and skin sensitivity.
Activated charcoal, milk, gelatin
Means based on these components can effectively cleanse the skin of the face. Activated charcoal protects against the appearance of sebaceous plugs, eliminates black spots, smoothes the relief of the skin. Gelatin makes the epidermis elastic, young, has a tonic effect. And milk softens the effect of gelatin and coal, and also rejuvenates.
Products must be taken fresh. Treatment will be 6 weeks. Tablets should be crushed into powder, mixed with gelatin (1 tsp). Then cold milk is added. Compoundheated in the microwave for 15 seconds. It is necessary to apply the mask with a brush in 1 layer, and then the second. The film must be removed after drying.
With clay
After cleansing the face, pimples usually disappear. Cosmetic clay is used to combat comedones. The product eliminates inflammation, restores cells, relieves peeling. Masks are ideal for all skin types. But if the skin is flaky and dry, then you need to add nutrients and moisturizers. But due to additives, the cleaning action of the clay may deteriorate. Hyperfunction of the thyroid gland is considered a contraindication.
The following types of clay are used for facial cleansing:
- White. Includes zinc and magnesium. Helps to cleanse and whiten the skin. Pores are narrowed with it, pigmentation is eliminated.
- Black. Serves as restoration of blood circulation in cells, improvement of complexion. It removes toxins, removes traces of acne and blackheads.
- Blue. It heals wounds after mechanical cleaning, eliminates acne, tones the skin of the face.
- Green. Products restore sebum secretion, serve to narrow pores, cleanse the skin.
- Yellow. Saturates cells with oxygen, cleanses, tightens pores.
- Red and pink. Gentle and ideal for sensitive skin.
Prepare clay masks in glass, plastic, ceramic containers. With the metal, the product enters into a chemical reaction. It will take 2 tbsp. l. a product that is diluted with water until a slurry is formed, which will be easyapply on the face. After 20 minutes, you need to wash off the mask. If there is a feeling of tightness, a moisturizer is required. With dry skin, the duration of the procedure should be reduced to 5-7 minutes, so as not to overdry it. Cleaning is performed no more than 2 times a week.
Perform dry cleaning
For these procedures, products with acids are used: glycolic, lactic, grape. They cleanse the upper and middle layers of the skin. Peeling with fruit acids is more gentle.
After applying the mask, the skin becomes red and flaky. After a few days it passes, the redness and comedones disappear forever. Products based on fruit acids are sold in cosmetic stores and pharmacies.
Calcium chloride
At home you can clean with calcium chloride. The tool is ideal for different skin types, but first you need to check if there are any allergies. You need to buy a solution of calcium chloride 10%, baby soap and cotton pads. After this peeling, the skin is cleansed, comedones will be eliminated.
The product should not be applied near the eyes, on wounds after squeezing acne, and also on scratches. You will need an ampoule of calcium chloride 5-10%, moisten a cotton pad with a solution and can be applied to the skin. This must be done before the end of the ampoule.
A cotton pad should be lathered with baby soap, massage your face along the massage lines. Wash off the product with warm water, and then rinse the skin with a decoction of chamomile. At the end, a moisturizer is applied. Perform proceduresneed 1-2 times a month.
There are many other ways to cleanse your face. You just need to use the method that suits your skin. Then positive results can be expected.
