Heparin ointment is a direct anticoagulant. It is intended for external use. The drug is a white or slightly yellowish homogeneous mass. Heparin ointment is made on the basis of petroleum jelly, which ensures ease of application. The stability of the composition is maintained by glycerin.
The combined drug contains three main components:
- Heparin sodium. This substance is an anticoagulant. It promotes the resorption of hematomas, relieves swelling and reduces inflammatory processes.
- Benzocaine, which provides the drug with analgesic properties.
- Benzyl nicotinate. This substance accelerates the penetration of heparin through the skin.
The long shelf life of the drug and the preservation of medicinal properties are ensured by the presence of a preservative in the composition - nipagin. The anti-inflammatory effect of the ointment is enhanced by another additional component - peach oil.
The ointment is packaged in compact aluminum tubes of 10, 20, 25, 30 or 50 g. This allows you to select the amount of product according to the situation. The tube is packaged in a cardboard box along with instructions for use of the medicinal product.
Composition of the drug
The composition of the ointment may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing company. Nevertheless, its main components remain, as a rule, unchanged. Only additional ingredients that have auxiliary and binding composition are replaced.
Packaging form of heparin ointment
The main ingredients include:
- heparin, which prevents blood clots;
- benzocaine, which has anesthetic properties;
- benzyl nicotinate, designed to dilate blood vessels, which combats inflammation and promotes better penetration of components.
Often, additional components of the product that have medical properties include: vegetable oil, which is used to nourish and moisturize the skin, glycerin and petroleum jelly, which are involved in moisturizing the skin, creating an invisible film on its surface and preventing moisture from evaporating from the cells.
Mechanism of action
Heparin sodium is an anticoagulant whose main role is to inactivate blood clotting factors. In addition, under its influence, the enzyme liporotenilipase breaks down large molecules of lipids (fats) in the blood plasma into smaller ones.
All this helps to reduce blood viscosity and accelerate blood circulation at the site of application.
The increase in blood flow at the site of application is also facilitated by the vasodilating (vasodilating) effect of Benzoyl nicotinate, which consists of reducing the tone of blood vessels and increasing their lumen.
Among the beneficial effects it is also worth noting:
- Saturation of tissues with blood and therefore nutrients;
- Acceleration of getting rid of dark spots;
- Alignment of tone and complexion;
- Reducing pain.
Under no circumstances should heparin ointment be applied to open wounds or purulent inflammations!
What does heparin ointment help with (medical prescription)
Thanks to the described characteristics, this inexpensive drug is successfully used in the medical field to treat the following problems:
- thrombophlebitis - thrombus formation that provokes inflammation of the cells of the vascular tube;
- inflammatory process in venous tissues due to unsuccessful intravenous infusion or injection;
- inflammation of hemorrhoids, including in the form of external prolapse;
- poorly healing wounds;
- local swelling and hyperplasia of the epidermis, including due to specific and rare diseases;
- inflammation of tissues localized around the vein;
- inflammation of the lymph nodes;
- uncomplicated mastitis;
- closed injuries accompanied by inflammation in muscles, tendons, and joints.
Justification for using ointment for skin care purposes
Fighting the root cause (hyaluronidase).
First you need to understand the following concepts:
Hyaluronic acid is an important building component in the tissues, structures and physiological fluids of the body. Currently, it is effectively used in the field of injection cosmetology, as well as medicine.
Removing puffiness under the eyes
Hyaluronidases are several types of enzymes that differ in the method of production (physiologically in the body or artificially), as well as in their targeted effects. Also used for injection, but to break down hyaluronic fillers.
As part of a natural process, hyaluronic acid is broken down daily by the human enzyme hyaluronidase. The process of acid production and its breakdown is continuous. Unfortunately, with age, this balance of production and destruction changes somewhat. All cells of the body (including the epidermis) exhibit a lack of acid, which provokes the aging process and the appearance of wrinkles.
Heparin ointment is unique in that one of its actions is precisely to reduce the activity of hyaluronidase, and therefore increase the natural level of hyaluronic acid. Thus, not only the problems that have arisen are eliminated, but also their cause is combated.
The described function can be both a plus and a minus when using the ointment. Artificial inhibition of hyaluronidase and achieving the desired medical and cosmetic effect is a relevant object of study of modern science.
The effect on the level of hyaluronidase, and therefore hyaluronic acid, is an innovative (or even experimental) method of combating, including cancer. Of course, heparin ointment cannot cause diseases of this kind. However, its use is best avoided if you have a history of cancer.
Heparin ointment nourishes the surface layers of the skin
Analogs
Analogs include the following drugs.
Badyaga
Badyaga is a freshwater sponge, a living organism, from the Badyaga family (Spongillidae). It is used in medicine and cosmetology as an independent medicine or as a component of creams, ointments and gels. The crushed body of Badyagi is a brown powder with a characteristic odor, consisting mainly of silica needles. This same silicon oxide, in contact with the skin, stimulates the nerve endings of the receptors and thus has an irritating effect, which causes blood flow to the irritated area. Due to the needle-like structure, there is also an exfoliating effect.
This is the cheapest product described and is similar in effect to peeling with organic acids. It evens out the complexion and reduces hyperpigmentation. Used in masks and creams.
The price is about 50 rubles for a bag of powder or about 80 rubles for a gel or cream with Badyaga.
Kelofibrase
A drug containing a softening agent - urea, heparin and camphor. Objectively, in the early stages it can help slow down the formation of a scar, but is not able to eliminate it even at the formation stage, unlike the next drug.
Camphor has a distracting and irritating effect that feels like cold or warming of the affected area, which can both reduce pain and increase discomfort. Do not apply the product to an open wound.
Immopherase
Prevents the appearance of scars and cicatrices due to its direct effect on the structures involved in the formation of connective tissue.
Effect on the condition and restoration functions of the skin
The positive cosmetological effect of the drug on the skin is reflected in:
- nutrition of the surface layers of the skin;
- eliminating edema;
- fight inflammation;
- increased metabolism;
- giving a beautiful tone to the skin of the face;
- removal of rosacea.
Similar characteristics of the product are relevant for both tired, dull skin and problematic skin with acne.
The justification for using the product to combat wrinkles lies in enhancing the restoration functions, namely: improving microcirculation, cell renewal and their saturation with useful substances, as well as comprehensive tissue nutrition. At the same time, there is a positive effect on shallow wrinkles that appear as a result of age-related changes and facial contractions of the facial muscles.
However, for more effective use of the anti-wrinkle drug, it is worth adding it to comprehensive skin care.
An exceptionally comprehensive approach with a multi-level skin care system will help in the fight against age-related changes, including the appearance of the first wrinkles.
Application procedure
Following the instructions for the drug, it is necessary to apply the ointment externally, applying it in a thin layer to the entire surface of the facial skin or specifically to problem areas. The ointment layer should not exceed 1 gram per area with a diameter of 5 cm.
To obtain the necessary results, you need to use the course application. The duration of the course is a week - a maximum of ten days with a break of a month and a further resumption of the course. It is recommended to apply the ointment twice a day: morning/evening.
Before starting to use heparin ointment, you should conduct a skin perception test for this drug. It is possible that negative reactions may occur. For testing, select a sensitive area of skin, such as the wrist.
Stages of applying the ointment:
- Cleansing the face using familiar products: hydrophilic, micellar and foaming cleansers, etc. Once or twice per course, you can also use peeling or scrubbing for deeper cleansing of the skin and better penetration of the components of the product.
- Restoring PH balance and finishing cleansing with tonic (which must also be done in everyday care).
- Apply a thin layer of ointment using rubbing movements. Despite the possibility of using the ointment for trophic ulcers, it is better to avoid its use on open wounds on the face. In this case, the procedures are temporarily postponed.
- At the end of a single procedure, depending on the skin’s reaction to the drug and the desired level of effect, you should leave the ointment on the skin or wash it off after a while.
Be sure to study the recommendations
Useful video
From this video you will learn how effective heparin ointment is for facial skin:
Heparin ointment is an effective, potent drug that helps get rid of bruises if they are not pathological formations.
But if, when using such a remedy, symptoms of allergic irritations immediately begin to appear, you should not use the ointment further: it is better to use gentle analogues, which can be recommended by a dermatologist or ophthalmologist.
Recommendations
- First, a targeted anti-wrinkle treatment should include multiple treatments using products that are appropriate for you. You should not expect a magical result after just one course of procedures with heparin ointment. Achieving what you want can only happen if you fully influence the problem that has arisen, preventing its further aggravation.
- Secondly, you should pay attention to more serious procedures if the existing wrinkles are not superficial, but involve the deep layers of the epidermis and the subcutaneous fat layer. Heparin ointment will not solve such problems.
In addition, applying the ointment specifically under the eyes should be done using gentle movements (patching with fingertips) to avoid stretching the skin and aggravating the problem of wrinkles. Please remember that this area is more sensitive. Perhaps you will completely eliminate the use of ointment around the eyes, focusing on combating wrinkles in other areas of the face. Or you will use it, mixing it with your usual product for the area around the eyes.
It is also unacceptable to abuse the ointment in order to obtain the maximum possible positive effect. Ignoring the instructions can lead to clogged pores, metabolic disorders, and water-lipid imbalance in tissues.
At the end of the full course of procedures with heparin ointment, you should not forget about daily care. Its importance is paramount, and its absence will negate the results you achieved from the procedures.
And in the end, it is worth noting that heparin ointment is primarily a medical drug. In this regard, you should not ignore the established contraindications to its use.
Causes of bruises and bags under the eyes and their symptoms
Note! Bruises under the eyes can occur due to disorders in the body, which include:
- liver and kidney pathologies;
- helminthiasis (especially in children);
- infectious chronic diseases;
- avitaminosis;
- renal failure;
- respiratory failure;
- heart disease;
- disturbances in the functioning of the vascular system;
- facial skin diseases;
- pancreatic diseases.
In such cases , it is necessary to eliminate the cause that leads to the development of this symptom.
But
in some situations, you can use external medications in the form of creams and ointments that eliminate bruises as a cosmetic defect.
Contraindications and negative reactions
Since heparin is initially a natural substance produced by the body within physiological norms (in the cells of the liver, kidneys, lungs, etc.), its use in the form of pharmaceutical preparations very rarely causes negative effects. In addition, the ointment does not contain other aggressive chemical components that are found even in some cosmetic care products.
Be sure to conduct a sensitivity test
However, even after a successful sensitivity test, heparin ointment for wrinkles can still provoke the appearance of negative reactions on the face. This is explained primarily by the fact that the skin of the face is constantly exposed to various cosmetic care products (scrubs, creams, serums, etc.) and decorative ones (foundation, powder, etc.). They usually contain many artificial chemical components. As a result, skin sensitivity may increase over time.
If negative reactions occur on the skin (itching, burning, redness, etc.), you should immediately wash off the ointment and refrain from using it further.
In addition to the negative consequences of using the ointment, do not forget about the initial contraindications to its use:
- the presence of an allergy to any of the components of the composition;
- dysfunction of blood clotting;
- the use of the following drugs: NSAIDs, vasodilators, blood thinners, antihistamines, tetracyclines;
- period of pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- decreased platelet levels in the blood;
- the presence of malignant tumors in the current time or in history.
Precautionary measures
Cosmetologists and specialists recommend refraining from using heparin ointment for the tissues around the eyes if the following situations arise:
- Burning, itching and irritation in the area around the eyes. In this case, you need to quickly rinse your eyes.
- Because the skin under the eyes is delicate and thin, it requires delicate handling. A woman should monitor possible reactions. If redness and swelling appear, this indicates intolerance to the components of the heparin ointment.
Important! If undesirable reactions occur, you should immediately wipe off the heparin ointment and rinse your eyes with warm water.
If you use heparin ointment and Troxevasin at the same time, bad consequences may occur. The ingredients of the two drugs enhance each other's effects on the body.
Reviews based on the results of use
Ekaterina (age 36 years)
I decided to determine an anti-aging complex that was suitable for me, that is, effective means to solve several problems. Here there is dullness of the skin and dryness, as well as wrinkles. Some wrinkles are already quite deep, and in some places they have appeared recently. I decided to quickly eliminate the first ones in a more radical way, and for the more recent ones I bought heparin ointment, having read about hyaluronidase. The effect did appear, so I recommend it.
Svetlana (age 28 years):
To be honest, I used the ointment for a completely different purpose - to eliminate rosacea. As a result, I saw a positive effect on nasolabial wrinkles, which, unfortunately, began to appear recently. At first I thought that I had convinced myself of this, but my friend also noticed my “refreshed appearance.” At the same time, heparin ointment for wrinkles is available in almost all pharmacies and is quite inexpensive.
Reviews from cosmetologists:
Cosmetologist Sharapova Yu.G.:
At the moment, in the field of skin care cosmetology, as well as plastic surgery, many products have been developed to combat aging facial skin. They are often expensive and still worth the price. After all, this is the price of beauty. However, in the first stages of age-related changes, it is worth paying attention to an integrated approach to facial skin care. It, of course, should imply a constant selection of suitable means for a comprehensive effect, as well as additional procedures in the form of serums, masks, etc. Heparin ointment can be one of such remedies if you correctly determine the skin type and the existing problem, as well as if you follow the instructions for use, it will somewhat improve the regenerative abilities of the skin, and will also have a positive effect on its chemical composition.
