Proper facial skin care - advice from a cosmetologist

Stages of daily facial skin care at home

An important rule that every girl must follow is: you cannot skip facial care procedures; you must carry out a set of activities every day.

Remember that you should select cosmetics, both decorative and skincare, that are suitable specifically for your type. You should not chase fashion brands and popular brands. First of all, pay attention to the composition of the product. The presence of only natural ingredients without artificial ingredients indicates the high quality of the products, regardless of their cost.

The basic facial skin care system includes several stages: cleansing, toning, moisturizing and nourishing. This integrated approach allows:

• Remove dirt.

• Reduce inflammation and acne.

• Tighten pores and reduce the number of blackheads.

• Tone the epithelium and prevent the first signs of aging.

• Replenish lost micronutrients.

A basic set of products may consist of:

• Cleansers – gel, foam, milk.

• Toning product – lotions, tonics, thermal and micellar waters.

• Products for moisturizing and nutrition - creams, gels, serums, fluids.

Try to avoid using soap when washing your face. It dries out quite a lot, which leads to contraction and loss of beneficial microelements.

Main external factors of aging

1. Exposure to UV rays

Exposure to sunlight, which accelerates the natural aging process, is the main cause of early appearance of wrinkles. UV rays have a destructive effect on the connective tissue of the dermis - collagen and elastin fibers that lie in the deeper layer of the skin. Without the elastic structure of connective tissue, the skin loses strength and flexibility, then begins to sag and wrinkle.

2. Smoking

Smoking can speed up the normal aging process of the skin, contributing to the appearance of wrinkles. This is due to the negative effect of nicotine on the circulatory system. The nutrition of the dermal tissues deteriorates - oxygen and nutrients are supplied in insufficient quantities, which helps slow down the production of elastin and collagen.

3. Insufficient care

The skin is exposed daily to environmental air pollutants such as PAHs, volatile organic compounds, and oxides. This contributes to oxidative stress and creates an unfavorable environment that encourages the development of pathogens that lead to poor skin health. Pollution damages the hydrolipid film, which increases the risk of wrinkles. Daily and high-quality cleansing of the skin is a simple way to preserve youth.

Cleansing

• For those with a dry skin type, cleansing products such as milk or foam are perfect. The products have a gentle cleansing effect while maintaining the necessary moisture balance.

• For girls with a normal type, most cosmetic products presented in the beauty industry can be used. The main thing is to choose a product without fragrances and parabens.

• Girls with combination and oily skin types can choose gels for cleansing. The texture of these products not only removes impurities, but also regulates the secretion of the sebaceous glands.

To achieve maximum effect, I advise you to use narrowly targeted products. Universal products for makeup removal and cleansing also perform their functions, but often have less positive impact. You should choose separate products for makeup removal and cleansing. Makeup remover products are aimed at removing decorative cosmetics, regardless of type. While care products effectively cleanse the skin of impurities and are aimed at solving specific types of cosmetic imperfections.

Foot baths

After a hard day at work and uncomfortable shoes, your feet deserve good care. Relaxing foot baths with sea salt can help them.

Natural food stores offer new products “Epsom Relax” and “Foot Pleasure”, which will help:

• relieve stress and tension in the legs;
• improve blood circulation;
• neutralize sweating and unpleasant odor;
• soften rough areas;
• remove dead skin cells;
• protect feet and nails from fungus.

Baths with natural Epsom salts are recommended to relieve leg pain caused by any injury or arthritis. Water procedures relieve muscle and mental tension, reduce stress and increase the activity of leukocytes, increasing immunity.

After the baths, it is advisable to massage your feet with olive oil or moisturizer. Foot baths should also be considered as a preventive measure. Procedures can be done 1-2 times a week, at the same time they have a calming and relaxing effect on the entire body.

Toning

It is a mandatory step in home skin care. To perform this function, you can choose a tonic or lotion. The products have a similar consistency and care, and also have the same effect - they remove residual cleanser, soothe and restore moisture balance, and also prepare the surface for the application of a nourishing product.

For hair

When performing a home SPA, do not forget to give your hair a little relaxation and care. Home SPA treatments for hair help:

• Add shine to your curls;
• Make strands soft and silky;
• Nourish hair shafts with beneficial ingredients.

And, of course, a spa treatment will help you relax and enjoy self-care.

As part of your home SPA hair care:

• Get a massage;
• Apply a nourishing mask to your hair;
• Complete your treatment with a leave-in product with a pleasant aroma.

To create an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort, don’t forget to light scented candles or an aroma lamp, turn on relaxing music and put away your gadgets for a while.

Relaxing massage

To perform a massage you will need:

• Base oil – usually almond or olive oil is used, as they wash off well and do not subsequently make the roots greasy;
• Favorite essential oil - its task is to give aroma;
• Warm terry towel - you can put it on the radiator or warm it with an iron.

Preheat 2-3 tablespoons of base oil in a water bath - there is no need to bring it to a boil. Add 2 drops of essential oil.

Now you can move on to the massage:

• Distribute the prepared massage mixture over the scalp. Use only the pads of your fingers and move mainly along the parting;
• Rub your scalp vigorously with a warm terry towel - this will help improve blood flow and increase the benefits of oils;
• Wrap your hair in the same towel, creating something like a turban. Leave for 30-60 minutes.

In addition to this massage with a towel, you can apply circular movements with moderate force to the skin with your fingertips.

Applying a mask

After the massage with oils, rinse your hair well using shampoo according to your hair type and start applying the mask:

1. Stepping back 10-15 centimeters from the roots, generously lubricate the strands with a nourishing hair mask. Instead of a mask, you can use a hot wrap, like Constant Delight, or go ahead and buy the “Happiness for Hair” set;
2. Twist your hair, lubricated with the mask, into a weak bun and put a plastic cap on top. Leave the product on for 20-30 minutes or according to the manufacturer's instructions;
3. Wash off the mask with warm water without using shampoo.

Additional care

Finish your spa treatment with a fragrant leave-in product - cream, spray or conditioner, which will seal the result and give your hair extra shine.

The choice of leave-in is yours, but we have chosen 3 products with an amazing aroma - what you need for a home spa:

• Sparkling crystals Concept Green Line . A pleasant cosmetic aroma with notes of either flowers or fruits. As a bonus - the fight against split ends and dazzling shine;

• Ollin Care Restore Serum With Flax Seeds. A leave-in product for lovers of fresh, light scents. The serum smells like watermelon mixed with bubblegum;

• Urtekram “Coconut” conditioner spray . The pleasant aroma of coconut is perfect to complete your hair care routine. Softens and intensively nourishes hair without weighing it down.

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Hydration and nutrition

Many girls believe that moisturizing is only necessary for dry skin types. I hasten to refute this opinion. Every type needs hydration. Products for saturating the epithelium with moisture have different designs - creams, serums, fluids.

When choosing the right product, you should also consider the time of use. You should choose different products for morning and evening care. They contain different components that are needed at certain times of the day.

Also consider the time of year. In winter, gusts of cold wind and severe frosts have a negative impact. As a result, dryness, chapping and flaking appear. For winter, choose nutritional products containing vitamins A and E, which are important for regeneration.

In the summer, you can give preference to lighter textures - fluids. The weightless product is quickly absorbed without leaving any excess, so when sweating on a hot day you will not feel an unpleasant “soapy” sensation on your face. Don't forget about sun protection. Use creams with an SPF filter above 10 to preserve youth and protect it from photoaging.

Deep cleansing

Depending on the severity of the contamination, the amount of inflammation and the presence of other imperfections, experts offer various peeling methods. Mechanical, chemical, laser, ultrasound - you can visit all these procedures in a beauty salon. When making an appointment, be sure to consult with a specialist. A cosmetologist will help you choose the optimal course and type of formulations to use.

Scrubbing and peeling can be done at home. To clean the surface of keratinized particles of the epidermis, you can use gentle products containing small abrasive particles - ground fruit seeds, nut shells or coffee beans.

What else you should know about how to maintain healthy skin

• Don't forget that the foods you consume affect not only your body, but also your skin. Try to consume as little high-calorie and fatty foods as possible. Give up bad foods and habits - soda, fast food, chips, alcohol, smoking. Try to eat small meals and eat foods containing vitamins and other useful microelements.

• Do facial exercises and massage. Performing exercises helps accelerate microcirculation, and also makes the facial muscles more elastic and strong, which prevents the first signs of aging. Just a few simple exercises in the morning and evening, and you will notice how your skin tightens, its tone increases and its color improves.

Contraindications to procedures

But before carrying out cosmetic procedures using special devices, it is worth studying the list of contraindications so as not to harm the skin and the body as a whole. Each device has its limitations, but most of them cannot be used if:

• The presence of malignant neoplasms - hardware exposure can stimulate cell growth, and this can lead to a deterioration of the condition;
• Exacerbation of herpes;
• Scratches, wounds, abrasions and inflammation on the skin;
• Fungal infection in areas that were planned to be treated;
• Autoimmune diseases;
• Serious pathologies of internal organs, heart, blood vessels;
• Using a pacemaker;
• Taking certain medications.

Particular care should be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is better to consult a doctor about this or that procedure.

Professional facial skin care with Alpika cosmetics

Thanks to cosmetics from you you can perform professional skin care at home. Each of the products in the line is aimed at solving specific imperfections. The ingredients included in each product are carefully selected and combined to enhance the effect of the procedure. Thanks to proper calculation of the combination of the amount of each ingredient, the product cannot have a negative effect.

The variety of Alpika products includes cleansing, care and nutrition products. Compositions for multi-acid peeling, means for correcting rosacea and hyperpigmentation, treating acne and post-acne, as well as care for women of every age group.