The peeling procedure has long been one of the most popular methods to combat skin imperfections. Peeling with fruit acids is in particular demand. Despite the fact that women have been improving their appearance in this way for more than one century, fruit acids in cosmetology still remain among the most effective ways to eliminate skin imperfections. What is a fruit peeling treatment?
The following acids are used for fruit peeling:
Lemon. Found in large quantities in pineapples or other citrus fruits.
Apple. Acid is extracted either from natural apples or synthetically. Thanks to the use of malic acid, it is possible not only to achieve skin lightening, but also to tone it.
Vine. Extracted from wine or grapes.
Dairy. Contained in all lactic acid products.
Glycolic. The content in natural products is quite low, sugar cane and sugar beets are rich in this component.
Principle of the effect of fruit acid peels on the skin
A significant advantage of peelings with fruit acids is the versatility – They can be used for both dry skin and oily skin. By influencing the sebaceous glands, their activity is normalized. By cleansing the ducts of the glands, an improvement in complexion is provided, as well as a decrease in inflammatory reactions, which helps to reduce the number of acne and comedones.
This procedure provokes intensive production of collagen and elastin, and also normalizes water balance. In addition, using fruit peels it is possible to get rid of excessive pigmentation.
Fruit Peeling is recommended to eliminate:
- acne;
- small wrinkles;
- pigment spots;
- stretch marks;
- comedones;
- enlarged pores;
- excessive dryness of the skin.
Description of the fruit peeling procedure
Salon procedure includes the following steps:
Step #1. Skin cleansing. Cleansing of the skin is carried out with special means.
Stage No. 2. The second step is the application of fruit acids to the skin.
The specialist determines the time for which the product can be left on the face. The duration of the application varies depending on the type of skin, sensitivity, and the presence of irritations.
Stage #3. Finally, a mask or moisturizer is applied to the skin, which has a calming effect and helps accelerate regenerative processes.
The number of procedures is determined by the cosmetologist, who is based on the characteristics of the skin of each patient. However, on average, three to six manipulations are required to achieve the maximum effect.
How is the procedure of fruit peeling at home
In order not to injure the skin for home fruit peeling, compositions are used with an acid concentration of no more than 20-25%. It is important to remember that the lack of a sufficient level of skill can cause damage, the treatment of which will require a lot of time and money. Therefore, if you still decide to use it yourself, you should carry it out as carefully and carefully as possible.
To carry out this procedure, it is possible to resort to the use of not only ready-made formulations, but self-prepared products. For example, it is very easy to prepare a peeling based on sour milk or sour cream, and oatmeal or bran ground in a coffee grinder is perfect as an abrasive.
Of course, it will not be possible to achieve the same quick and noticeable effect as after a professional procedure, but with regular use of homemade fruit peels, a lasting and high-quality result is guaranteed.
Fruit peeling is not recommended for people suffering from diabetes, skin diseases and blood diseases. Also among the contraindications are rosacea, vascular network, inflammatory reactions. Do not use peeling with fruit acids in the presence of abrasions, cuts and other mechanical damage to the skin, as well as in case of a recent tan.
It is advisable to use fruit peeling in the autumn-spring period, when the sun is not so active.
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