Improving complexion: a difficult but doable task

When we say that the person who is standing in front of us – beautiful, what do we mean? The features of his face? The expressiveness of the eyes and lips? Straight nose and beautiful cheekbones? In fact, the beauty – this is a collective concept, and you will be surprised to learn that one of the most important factors in a beautiful appearance is complexion. It is an even tone and a pleasant shade of skin that does not have pigmentation, inflammation and other "contrasting" ones. plots is the most important "stroke" in creating a really beautiful face. Today estet-portal.com talks about the most important components of a beautiful complexion and methods for improving it.

An integrated approach for correcting complexion

The most important substances that determine the color of the skin of the face are carotenoids, hemoglobin and the pigment melanin, which is directly responsible for the color of the skin. But at the same time, the overall impression of a person's complexion is made up of many different factors, such as the condition of the stratum corneum of the skin, the distribution of elastin and collagen proteins in the skin that can absorb light, the thickness of the dermis and epidermis, as well as general health.

It is generally accepted that one of the most effective methods for improving complexion is skin whitening.

But in fact, this procedure alone is not enough, and an integrated approach, including several cosmetic procedures, is extremely important to improve complexion.

A combination of several treatments to effectively improve complexion

Traditionally, the process of facial skin whitening includes procedures for exfoliating the stratum corneum, as well as reducing melanin production. In addition, there are several more important procedures for improving complexion. So, what is an integrated approach to improving the color of the skin:

1. Exfoliation of the stratum corneum

As you know, the stratum corneum of the skin consists of keratinized cells – translucent scales that can reflect and scatter light. The thickened and uneven stratum corneum creates a gray and uneven skin tone, which is why it is important to exfoliate dead cells. Alpha hydroxy acids are most often used to smooth the stratum corneum. In high concentrations, they are able to destroy the bonds between the scales of the stratum corneum, providing a good exfoliating effect. It is very important to take measures to prevent inflammatory processes and skin irritations before the procedure, as this can provoke the development of hyperpigmentation.

2. Application of depigmenting agents

The following remedies can effectively reduce melanin production:

• tyrosinase enzyme inhibitors;
• substances that bind copper ions;
• drugs-restorers that reverse the process of melanin synthesis from its precursors.

The appointment of such drugs requires a highly qualified specialist, since it is extremely important to choose a drug that is individually suitable for the patient. Whitening agents – this is the case where "undersalting is better than oversalting".

3. Skin Moisturizing

Moisturizing is a simple and very effective way to instantly improve complexion. Well saturated with moisture, the skin becomes denser and smoother, due to which its optical properties change. Moisturizing the skin can make collagen heterogeneity less noticeable, hide the yellowness of the skin and refresh the overall look of the face. Currently, cosmetology offers many effective products and procedures for moisturizing the skin.

4. Remodeling to improve complexion

Remodeling is the process of destroying damaged skin structures and stimulating the synthesis of new healthy structures. It is thanks to remodeling that it is possible to restore the structure of collagen and elastin, and increase the thickness of the skin, while significantly improving its color. For this, various peels are widely used in combination with ingredients such as retinoids, algae polysaccharides and biologically active peptides. The latter are especially active in the synthesis of collagen by stimulating the work of fibroblasts.

5. Elimination of the inflammatory process

With inflammation, everything is quite simple: a local inflammatory process in the skin under the influence of factors such as UV radiation, smoking or aggressive cosmetic procedures leads to local hyperpigmentation. It is extremely important to eliminate the inflammatory process of the skin before exfoliating procedures and the use of depigmenting agents are carried out. Otherwise, pigmentation can be significantly increased.

An integrated approach, including not only the appointment of depigmenting agents, but also procedures for cleansing, moisturizing and remodeling the skin, is very important for improving complexion.

Only the use of several cosmetic procedures that affect the skin in different ways will help to achieve an even and beautiful complexion, as well as achieve a result that the patient will definitely be satisfied with.