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The main rules for cleansing skin with acne

Acne almost always occurs on oily skin.
This, of course, is not very pleasant, but quite understandable. But on the other hand, oily skin has its advantages. It better maintains the water-fat balance even if it causes problems in youth, but in adulthood it ages much more slowly. Due to the increased content of subcutaneous fat, this type of skin is less susceptible to time: early wrinkles are not about oily skin. Well, of course, at a young age, acne makes life very difficult. Therefore, it is better to prevent their occurrence, and if this does not work out, they should be dealt with competently. One of the most important conditions for the prevention and treatment of acne is cleansing the skin. But many people do it wrong... and that's why acne appears again and again. So, the main rules for cleansing skin with acne.

Using acne treatments on the face

Acne and skin rashes can be the result of various diseases and disorders in the functioning of internal organs. Most often they occur when:

• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• hyperkeratosis;
• decreased immunity;
• use of low-quality cosmetics;
• hormonal imbalance.[1]

You should use a remedy for acne on your face if:

• there are a lot of pimples, they don’t go away for a long time;
• the skin is very shiny;
• there is a large number of inflammatory elements, black spots;
• the pores are noticeably enlarged.[2]

Effective pharmaceutical remedies for acne and acne restore your former beauty. They reduce sebum production, exfoliate dead particles of the epidermis, stimulate regeneration processes, increase tone, increase local blood circulation, and promote deep cleaning of pores.

Treatment with retinoids: drugs, properties, effectiveness

Manufacturers produce quite a few forms of retinoids. The most popular drugs that have successfully shown themselves in anti-acne therapy and skin rejuvenation are described here.

1. Tretinoin. The “flagship” among retinoids in terms of potency.

   It consists of retinoic acid and is very effective even for severe forms of acne and deep wrinkles, but it produces significant side effects if used incorrectly (irritation, burns). Presented on the market in the form of lotions, creams, gels, and capsules for oral administration.

2. Isotretinoin

   . Slightly inferior in strength to tretinoin, but at the same time has a lower risk of side effects. It is mainly used to treat acne and skin rejuvenation. Available in the form of ointments, creams, tablets Roaccutane and Acnecutane.

3. Tazarotene

   . The active ingredient is tazaratenic acid. Provides an excellent effect in the treatment of acne, but the side effects are also pronounced. As an anti-wrinkle treatment, tazarotene can be used for shallow wrinkles. Available in the form of creams, ointments 0.05% or 0.1%. Not recommended for hypersensitivity or severe dry skin. If we compare tretinoin and tazarotene, cosmetologists advise using tretinoin as a more studied drug.

4. Adapalene. The main component is an artificial analogue of retinoic acid.

   It is effective against acne, but is practically useless for skin rejuvenation purposes, since it does not penetrate deep into the skin sufficiently to reduce the depth of wrinkles. Available in the form of Differin gel or cream (0.1%), Clenzit gel (0.1%), there is also a lotion form that shows the best results. Adapalene has virtually no side effects and has a gentle therapeutic effect. You can combine it with benzoyl peroxide based products.

5. Retinol. The main substance is retinoic acid.

   It acts more slowly than other retinoids (the effect is visible after 12 weeks). Popular due to its low side effects. Treatment with retinoids usually begins with it. Common medications are Rapid Wrinkle Repair creams (Neutrogena), SkinCeuticals. The concentration of products with retinol ranges from 0.01-0.4%.

Patients ask where to purchase these drugs, often asking about JSC Retinoids. This enterprise is not a company producing only retinoids; it also produces other pharmacological drugs. You can buy vitamin A preparations at any trusted place, and it is highly desirable that the exact concentration of the active substance is indicated on the packaging.

Reviews from patients and opinions of cosmetologists

Very often, retinoids turn out to be the “saving” remedy that desperate patients come to after using all kinds of medications for acne and acne.
Most of those who have used vitamin A products note their high effectiveness. There are reports of side effects, but the use of any drug (not just retinoids) is in one way or another connected with the individual reaction of the body, so you must read the instructions carefully. Cosmetologists recommend treatment with retinoids under the supervision of specialists to reduce the risk of adverse events and achieve the best results. This article is for informational purposes only, please consult your doctor for details!

Types of pharmaceutical cosmetics

In the presence of dermatological disorders, the main purpose of pharmaceutical cosmetics is to correct deficiencies and provide a pronounced therapeutic effect. Depending on the purpose, there are several types of funds, each of which is selected depending on the specific problem:

• for normal, dry, oily skin;
• for the treatment of acne;
• to eliminate pigmentation;
• for tightening and smoothing wrinkles;
• to cleanse sensitive skin prone to allergies and redness;
• for baby skin care.

Unlike other cosmetics, pharmaceutical cosmetics contain a higher content of active ingredients, which undergo additional testing and purification. The content of preservatives and aggressive chemical compounds in pharmaceutical cosmetics is minimal or completely absent, which means that such products are hypoallergenic, safe and ideal for sensitive skin and acne-prone skin.

Scrub properties

Every person, man or woman, needs to cleanse their facial skin of dead cells. Washing does not always remove them from the skin. Dead cells become clogged in the pores and cannot be removed with a cleanser. In addition to exfoliation, it performs several more functions:

• cleanses;
• moisturizes and nourishes;
• saturates with oxygen;
• tightens, there is a lifting effect;
• smoothes the surface, removes roughness;
• stimulates blood microcirculation;
• gives a healthy complexion.

Recommendations for application

How to properly prepare your face for cleansing:

1. Before application, the face is steamed over a decoction of herbs.
2. Apply it in the evening to avoid exposing your face to dust.
3. Apply along massage lines without touching the skin around the eyes.
4. The scrub is gently rubbed in, especially carefully in the area of ​​the forehead, nose and cheeks.
5. It is advisable to rinse off with cool water to close the pores.
6. After the entire procedure, moisturize your facial skin with a nourishing cream.

Homemade scrub recipes

A scrub is a cosmetic product based on abrasive (cleaning) particles. It has a creamy, gel-like or oily consistency. Abrasives are finely dispersed solid particles that scrape off the surface dead layer of skin, squeezing out the fat plug from the pores.

Abrasive particles can be:

• cereals;
• salt and sugar;
• ground cereal grains;
• coconut flakes;
• crushed fruit seeds;
• ground coffee.

Acne scrubs are sold in large quantities in stores. But for truly high-quality care, it is better to use home remedies.

It is difficult to choose a store-bought product, since problematic skin can react negatively to chemical components. A homemade acne scrub is safe and, when used correctly, works no worse than a salon procedure.

Preparation is inexpensive, the products are available in any kitchen, and if desired, you can diversify the recipe and include new ingredients to improve the effect.

Below are popular and effective recipes for remedies for blackheads and pimples.

For dry and sensitive skin

Acne is rare on dry skin. The problem arises due to hormonal imbalances and poor hygiene. Dry skin should be treated gently and carefully so as not to cause irritation.

The base of the scrub should be nourishing, based on a cream or creamy composition. Cleaning should not be done more than 2 times a month.

The best recipes for making a nourishing acne scrub at home:

1. Fruit. Mix 10 g of grated apple, banana and semolina pulp, 5 ml of cream and liquid honey. The mixture is applied to a moistened face, rubbed in with massaging movements for 2 minutes, then held on like a mask for 5 minutes.
2. Curd and coffee. The cottage cheese is ground using a sieve. Used coffee grounds and almond oil are added to it. The resulting creamy mass is rubbed in with massaging movements and left for 15 minutes. Wash off with warm water. After the procedure, the face is treated with moisturizing cream.
3. Grape. For 3 g of crushed oat flakes, take 6 grapes. The berries are crushed and mixed with oatmeal. The skin is treated with the product for 3 minutes, then the scrub mask is kept on the face for 10 minutes.
4. Sweet. Rich green tea of ​​high quality is brewed. Sugar is poured into it until the sweet grains stop dissolving. Then a small amount of honey is poured in. The mass is rubbed into the skin, left for 10 minutes, and washed off with lukewarm water. This scrub for blackheads and pimples tones and effectively extinguishes inflammation.
5. Grape-banana. Dried grape seeds are crushed in a coffee grinder. Mix 10 g of the resulting powder and 30 g of grape pulp. 20 g of honey is poured in. Add 30 ml of sour cream and a small amount of banana pulp. The mixture is rubbed into problem areas of the skin and left for 10 minutes. After the procedure, a nourishing cream is used.
6. Watermelon. Watermelon pulp is applied to the face, gently rubbed in, held on like a mask for 15 minutes, and washed off. After the procedure, a nourishing cream is applied. This scrub is gentle and optimal for sensitive skin, while effectively eliminating acne and dead skin cells, and saturating the tissues with bioactive substances.
7. Almond. Almonds are ground in a coffee grinder. Add a few drops of almond oil. The product treats problem areas. The mask is left for 10 minutes and washed off with warm water. After cleansing, use a moisturizer.
8. Cinnamon. Cinnamon powder is combined with vegetable oil to a paste-like consistency. Gently rub in and leave on for 10 minutes. If you don't have cinnamon powder, you can grind cinnamon sticks.

For oily and combination skin

Oily skin is less susceptible to negative external factors, but more often suffers from inflammatory pathologies. This is due to wider pores, into which dirt particles and pathogenic microorganisms easily enter.

Therefore, scrubs for oily skin should have an antibacterial effect and remove oily shine. Cleaning is carried out weekly.

Expert opinion

Ekaterina Dudikova

Dermatologist, cosmetologist

With combination skin, only the forehead, nose, and chin have high fat content, while the rest of the face is normal. Finding the right scrub is difficult. The most acceptable option: apply one product to oily areas, and another to normal areas.

Popular ways to make a facial cleanser at home:

1. Soda-salt. The simplest and most common scrub. Mix baking soda and sea salt in equal proportions. Add a little sour cream. The mixture is carefully rubbed in, left for 5 minutes, and washed off with warm water. If tingling occurs, it is removed earlier. After cleansing, apply a nourishing cream.
2. Yeast. Take 2 teaspoons of bran, 3 g of dry yeast, a teaspoon of lemon juice. Gently apply the mixture to your face for no longer than 5 minutes. Then the scrub mask is left on for 15 minutes.
3. Rice. Rice (preferably round) is ground in a coffee grinder. A few drops of lemon juice and a little natural yogurt are added to it. The resulting creamy mass is rubbed into the face, left for 10 minutes, and removed with warm water. After the procedure, a nourishing cream is applied.
4. Coconut. The coconut pulp is ground into fine chips. 50 g of shavings are combined with 50 g of sour cream, 20 g of sugar. The product is rubbed in, left in place for 10 minutes, and washed off with cold water. The procedure is completed by applying a nourishing cream. The scrub perfectly exfoliates, removes blackheads and inflammatory formations, and saturates the tissues with vitamins.
5. Currant. 30 g of crushed black currants are combined with the same amount of white flour. Add 10 ml of cream, 20 g of ground walnuts. The mixture is rubbed in, left for 15 minutes, and washed off with lukewarm water.
6. Herbal. Take a teaspoon of a mixture of crushed chamomile and lavender. Add 20 g of crushed oatmeal, 5 drops of lavender oil. The product is rubbed in, held for 5 minutes, and removed with lukewarm water. The scrub perfectly heals, deeply cleanses pores, and eliminates acne.
7. With blue clay. The clay is diluted with water to a paste-like consistency. Add a little vegetable oil. The product is rubbed into the skin and left as a mask for 10 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
8. Coffee. Ground coffee beans are combined with an equal amount of salt. Milk and vegetable oil are added to give the scrub a paste-like consistency. The product is used for cleaning, then left for 10 minutes. Coffee grains are removed with cotton wool. Wash your face with warm water.
9. Egg. Egg shells are crushed in a coffee grinder. Mix with 10 ml of sour cream and one raw yolk. The product is rubbed in, held for 5 minutes, and removed with lukewarm water.

How to properly treat pimples* on the scalp?

If rashes appear on the scalp, you need to contact two specialists at once - a trichologist and a dermatologist. The first one deals with hair problems, he will recommend proper care, select shampoos, masks, balms, and other products in order to minimize harm to curls and skin.

A dermatologist treats acne. He will conduct a study, identify the causes of rashes and select the necessary drug treatment. In anti-acne therapy, drugs containing azelaic acid can be used, for example, Azelik® gel5,9. It normalizes disrupted keratinization processes in follicles and reduces the content of free fatty acids in skin lipids5. Azelik® gel exhibits antimicrobial activity against propionibacteria and Staphylococcus epidermidis5. The anti-inflammatory effect of the drug is presumably achieved due to the ability to reduce the metabolism of neutrophils and reduce their production of free radical forms of oxygen5.

*acne

With starch

Starch has a noticeable lifting effect; with constant use, the elasticity and firmness of the skin increases.

Recipes:

1. Starch, fine salt, warm milk, and honey are mixed in equal proportions. The resulting scrub smoothes out fine wrinkles, tones, and cleanses pores.

   
   Facial scrubs with starch will help restore skin elasticity

2. Mix starch (4 (level) tsp) with the juice of half an orange.
3. 20 g of tomato pulp without peel is kneaded, combined with 12 g of starch, 1 yolk, 8 ml of sunflower oil. Do not wash off the face for 15 minutes.

Contraindications

It is prohibited to use scrubs when:

• abundant formation of purulent pimples;
• close location of capillaries to the surface of the skin;
• skin injuries;
• increased sensitivity of the skin;
• tendency to skin allergies, intolerance to the components of the drug.

If acne occurs frequently, scrubbing is indispensable. The procedure helps get rid of dirt and fat accumulations in the pores. But even with healthy skin, a scrub is a good preventative against inflammatory rashes.

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Features of using facial scrubs

Scrubbing procedures are best done in the evening. Before using the scrub, you need to cleanse your skin. Any cosmetic product is suitable for cleansing. Steaming the skin in advance will increase the effectiveness of the scrub.

The product is distributed over the face with light massage movements. The areas with a large number of dead cells - nose, chin, forehead - should be massaged with the greatest care. Scrubbing compounds should not be applied to areas near the eyes.

Scrub for blackheads

Homemade facial scrubs for blackheads have a more effective composition. With constant, timely use, such scrubs remove blackheads, improve complexion, and restore the functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Recipes:

1. Melt 3 tbsp. honey, pour 1 (heaped) tbsp into honey. ground cinnamon.

2. Stir 50 g of cosmetic clay, 50 g of dried crushed orange peel and ground oatmeal (30 g). Dilute with water to the required consistency.
3. Stir 2 (heaped) tbsp. ground rolled oats, 2 tbsp. aloe juice, 2 (without a slide) tbsp. brown sugar.