Milk peeling - a gentle alternative to aggressive exposure

Today it is difficult to imagine modern aesthetic medicine without the use of fruit acids, including lactic acid.

Lactic acid has been used for cosmetic purposes since before our era: what is the famous Cleopatra milk bath worth. Already in those days, dairy products were actively used to eliminate pigmentation and improve complexion.

However, the discovery of lactanoic acid did not occur until the 18th century. Its use in aesthetic medicine began only in the last 30-40 years.

On the use of lactic acid in modern aesthetic medicine, as well as on the effectiveness of using milk peeling for skin, read on estet-portal.com in this article.

Chemical properties and cosmetic effect of lactic acid

Lactic acid – colorless, odorless, viscous acidic liquid, belongs to the AHA group (alpha hydroxy acids) and is a natural component in the human body as a breakdown product of glucose.

Lactanoic acid is of particular importance for the skin, as it is present in the stratum corneum of the epidermis and is one of the components of the natural moisturizing factor (NMF).

In addition, lactate is part of the acid mantle of the skin and creates a destructive acidic environment for many microorganisms, stimulates fibroblasts to produce endogenous hyaluronic acid.

Main cosmetic effects of lactic acid:

•    anti-inflammatory;

•    antimicrobial;

•    lightening;

•    moisturizing;

•    exfoliating;

•    stimulating;

•    regulatory.

In high concentrations (50-70%), lactic acid has a keratolytic effect: it breaks the bonds between corneocytes and stimulates the exfoliation process.
Milk peeling is an excellent keratolytic remedy in the fight against superficial skin defects.

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Lactic acid: application in multi-purpose cosmetic preparations

Lactic acid is the most gentle and most physiological in comparison with other fruit acids.

Lactic acid can be used even on the most sensitive skin in the treatment of acne and post-acne.
Depending on the concentration, lactic acid can act differently on the skin.

Lactate is found in low concentrations in many moisturizers, lotions, serums and brightening masks and is therefore used as a moisturizer, regenerator and antioxidant.

Concentrated lactanoic acid is a strong antiseptic, has cauterizing properties and is effectively used in the treatment of warts and calluses.

The most common use of highly concentrated lactic acid – chemical peel procedure.

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Milk peeling: indications for use and effects of the procedure

Milk peeling is a popular procedure and is widely used due to its delicate effect on the skin.

The lactate molecule is small and easily passes through the cell membrane, evenly penetrating and distributing over the entire surface of the skin.

Main indications for milk peeling:

1.    Dehydration and atony of the skin;

2.    Photoaging;

3.    Hyperkeratosis;

4.    Seborrhea;

5.    Mild to moderate acne;

6.    Pigment spots;

7.    Stretch marks and shallow scars;

8.    Enlarged pores, comedones.

9.    Small wrinkles.

Regular use of milk peeling helps to even out skin tone, deeply moisturize and cleanse, smooth out fine wrinkles, eliminate pigmentation and new rashes.

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Milk peeling: main disadvantages and contraindications to the procedure

The main disadvantage of milk peeling is its superficial effect – it is ineffective for severe signs of aging and persistent pigmentation, deep scars and atrophies.

If the milk peeling protocol is violated and the lactic acid concentration is incorrectly selected, burns and stains may occur.

There is also a possibility of skin hypersensitivity and development of allergic reactions in response to chemical peeling.

The main contraindications to milk peeling include:

1.    acute inflammatory skin diseases;

2.    cracks, scratches, non-healing wounds;

3.    dermatitis, eczema, herpes;

4.    pregnancy and breastfeeding;

5.    oncological diseases;

6.    fresh tan and photosensitivity;

7.    Individual intolerance to lactic acid.

Despite some drawbacks and possible complications, lactic acid peel is one of the safest chemical peels and has excellent regenerating and keratolytic effects for the skin.

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