Acne is a complex cosmetic problem. You can fight it at home, but you need to perform the procedure correctly. For this purpose, you can use instrumental devices that are used to carry out cosmetological cleansing of the skin of the face by a specialist. The main tool that can be found on the Russian market is a stick for squeezing out pimples. A pimple squeezer looks like a small stick containing various tools at the ends. Often, tool tips are presented in the form of: loops, spoons, spatulas, strainers, needles, brushes.
Tools designed to remove acne
The pimple removal tool may have different combinations of devices at its ends. Often, a device for removing pimples and acne has removable attachments and is made from special steel used in medicine.
Acne removal stick
The instrument has the form of a stick made of metal, on one side of which there is a special strainer shaped like a spatula, and on the other side there is a recessed metal ear. In order to eliminate small pimples, it would be rational to use a strainer; for large ones, a wide recess is suitable.
A device in the form of a strainer is best suited for squeezing out pimples in the area of the nose and lips; another is used for cleaning the cheeks, forehead and temples.
Squeezing pimples with a stick is very convenient. During its use, the device gained fame as a device capable of quickly removing ulcers on the face, minimally damaging the skin. During the process, when budding pimples are squeezed out, the purulent substance comes out of the eye of the hole in the strainer and remains on it. This makes it possible to completely get rid of purulent and ichorous discharge without infecting the body through the blood.
Mechanical facial cleansing procedure
Mechanical facial cleansing is a procedure for caring for problematic skin, but it is not capable of curing and completely eliminating problems. Thus, the process itself ensures deep cleansing of the epidermis from cosmetics, impurities, removal of blackheads, comedones, sebaceous plugs, exfoliation of the keratinized layer of cells.
Mechanical facial cleansing: indications and contraindications
Like every cosmetic procedure, skin cleansing has a number of features that are important to consider. First of all, this applies to recommendations on collecting anamnesis.
Indications for mechanical facial cleansing:
- oily or combination skin type;
- single acne;
- milia;
- comedones.
Contraindications:
- multiple inflamed and suppurating acne;
- pustular skin diseases (sycosis, furunculosis);
- herpetic rashes;
- clinical manifestations of dermatosis on the face, namely atopic dermatitis, eczema;
- epilepsy;
- bronchial asthma;
- severe form of hypertension;
- critical days.
Today, both instrumental and manual techniques are used. However, it is the first option that is recognized as the most effective, less traumatic, and also fast, which makes it more attractive for the patient and the doctor.
How to do mechanical facial cleansing correctly
The stages of skin cleansing necessarily include the following steps:
- cleaning the surface with foam or gel with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory components;
- skin toning;
- vaporization (at least 10 minutes). It is possible to apply a hot compress or cold hydrogenation;
- the skin is dried;
- observing all sterility requirements, cleanse the face, regularly wiping the skin with a disinfectant composition.
Procedures after mechanical facial cleansing include darsonvalization (3-5 minutes) and application of a mask with disinfectant, drying, anti-inflammatory and pigment-constricting properties.
Toolkit for removing blackheads
Black dots on the front part can be removed using special metal tools, such as a spoon, tweezers, a loop, a stick and others.
Removing blackheads using a loop
The loop is the best and most proven tool for removing blackheads, which looks like a steel knitting needle with a needle on one side and a loop bracket on the other. Using a loop, you can quickly and painlessly remove blackheads from skin pores. This device is particularly effective in areas dotted with acne, such as the nasal space, chin area and frontal lobes. The loop located on the stick fits tightly to the skin; when you press and slide along it, the eel comes out. The tool must be used carefully so as not to cause injury; another disadvantage is redness and swelling in the area of pressure. It is in the use of a needle that all the pros and cons of the procedure lie.
How to choose a quality tool
Professional cosmetology instruments for mechanical facial cleansing are made of high-quality surgical steel. It is durable, lightweight and easy to handle. The use of the material allows the accessories to be reused in work, subject to regular disinfection and sterilization.
The handle of instruments often has a relief pattern or a special cross-sectional shape (flat, square, etc.), which ensure a reliable grip, accurate performance of all manipulations and eliminate the risk of the instrument slipping during the procedure. The tips should be well sharpened and polished, which will significantly reduce the traumatic nature of the procedure. The presence of hangnails, uneven cutting edges or other defects is a potential danger of damage to the patient’s skin during comedonal extraction. That is why it is important not only to choose correctly, but also to ensure proper storage of each accessory.
Using a stick to remove pimples
The first thing you need to start the procedure with is disinfection of the skin and instruments. A good effect can be obtained after steaming the skin with warm water or steam baths. Next, you need to take a stick and press one of the ends onto the pimple, so that it is in the center of the notch and lightly rub it across the skin. At the same time, pus and sanguineous secretions are released into the hole, remaining on the device. After each such extrusion, the instrument must be wiped with peroxide.
All procedures using these special devices are very effective, however, pimples and blackheads should be removed no more than once a month so as not to injure the skin and not cause swelling and inflammation.
Cosmetology instruments for mechanical facial cleansing
Cosmetic procedures are of great importance not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also from a medical point of view. This is why it is important to choose the right tools. A complete professional set of tools for carrying out a complex procedure and treating skin even in hard-to-reach or most delicate places includes many different tips, differing in the type of sharpening, size, and angle of inclination.
Cosmetic loop
Loop tips provide the safest and most atraumatic cleaning of pores from contaminants. The rod-shaped cosmetic loop has a noticeable effect on soft tissue, allowing you to quickly and effectively cleanse the skin. Mechanical facial cleansing with a flat-shaped loop has a more gentle effect due to the increased contact area.
Spoon Uno
The Uno spoon is used to clean the face using tangential, scraping movements. A subspecies with many small holes in the working area is also called “skimmer” or “strainer.” Passing over the skin, it removes the stratum corneum and removes excess secretions of the sebaceous glands. The working area is made in the shape of a circle or oval to ensure painlessness and eliminate the risk of injury to the patient.
The acne squeezer is made with 1 hole and is intended for targeted impact on problem areas, namely for the removal of deep and closed comedones. It is placed perpendicular to the surface of the skin and pressed
Cosmetology needle (Vidal needle)
This tool has several variations, differing in the shape of the tip, but they are united by ultra-sharp sharpening. A classic cosmetology needle is used as a pore expander to enlarge and puncture the mouth of the sebaceous duct, which makes cleaning easier and effectively fights comedones. The tip itself can be straight or curved to ensure maximum precision even on hard-to-reach areas of the skin.
Spear-shaped cosmetic needles with two- or three-edged sharpening are necessary for atraumatic opening and precise trimming of the inflamed skin area. The precision instrument was also called a “spear” or “needle-knife”. At the same time, it is the dihedral tip that is recognized as the least traumatic.
What is needed for mechanical facial cleansing: safety conditions
Mechanical facial cleansing requires compliance with the rules of asepsis and antiseptics, since it occurs with a violation of the integrity of the skin. Thus, there is a risk of introducing not only pyogenic microflora, but also dangerous diseases such as AIDS, hepatitis, etc.
Modern instruments used in cosmetology are made of medical steel with a high rate of corrosion stability during sterilization or pre-sterilization treatment by soaking. The preparation of the disinfectant solution and the choice of concentration are carried out strictly in accordance with the instructions. Further cleaning involves rinsing under running water and sterilizing in a dry-heat oven for at least 45 minutes. Sterile metal instruments can be stored in a UV cabinet. Consumables such as cotton swabs, cosmetic discs, gauze wipes are sterilized in a bix and taken with a forceps or tweezers.
Also important stages of mechanical facial cleansing: regular rinsing of the instrument used and wiping the face with a disinfectant solution during the procedure to maintain the cleanliness of open and already cleaned pores.
Given the need for long-term disinfection and sterilization, it is recommended that the doctor have several complete sets of instruments. Their number may vary depending on the density of customer traffic, as well as taking into account the likelihood of one or another accessory falling on the floor, which subsequently needs to be replaced with a new sterile one to eliminate the risk of infection. For maximum comfort, the catalog presents combined double-sided instruments that combine the most popular tips, for example, an acne squeezer with a spoon or loop, as well as other combinations.
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Differences between a Vidal loop and a Uno spoon
After deciding to cleanse their face themselves, many people have a question: what is better to choose for this - a Uno spoon or a Vidal loop, because both tools are designed for the same purpose? Indeed, both of them squeeze out pustules, pimples, and get rid of sebum that has clogged the pores. But there are differences.
The Vidalia loop is better suited for removing large defects caused by clogged pores. The Uno spoon is more versatile; with its help, the instrumental release of pores is more gentle. It is used for small pimples and in cases where frequent facial cleansing is necessary.
Contraindications, precautions
For some pathological skin conditions, the use of a Widal loop can aggravate the situation. The instrument is contraindicated when a person has:
- eczema, psoriasis and other skin diseases;
- pathologies associated with disorders of the regenerative functions of the skin;
- allergies, burns;
- tendency to peeling and drying of facial skin;
- rosacea (rosacea);
- infectious lesions of the dermis.
It is worth postponing the procedure if your health worsens. Weakened body tone contributes to complications such as:
- skin redness;
- capillary breaks;
- infection.
You also cannot deviate from the rule: each family member must have an individual Vidal loop - this is the same generally accepted norm as when using toothbrushes. Moreover, you should not use a loop that belongs to strangers.
Sometimes girls try to replace the tool with a regular hair clip, which is always at hand. But intended for completely different purposes, unlike a loop, it cannot boast of an absolutely smooth surface. As a result, the skin can be seriously injured.
Reviews about the effectiveness of the Vidal loop
Everyone who has ever used a cosmetic loop to cleanse their face unanimously leaves only positive and even enthusiastic reviews. Unlike manual cleansing, it does not cause bruises or indentations on the skin. Its use greatly reduces the likelihood of infection, saves time and money costs that are inevitable when cleaning in the salon.
However, experts are more careful in assessing the merits of the tool when it is used at home. They warn about the difficulty without the appropriate professional skills to accurately calculate the force of pressing an instrument on the skin without the risk of damaging it. Not everyone is able to steam their face to the desired condition and disinfect it properly.
The Vidal loop is a real assistant for anyone who wants to get rid of enlarged pores, blackheads and pimples. But when purchasing an instrument for home use, you must definitely determine your potential in terms of the ability to meticulously and accurately follow all the rules that the facial cleansing procedure imposes on the performer. If these qualities are all right, you can safely buy a loop for cleaning leather and get down to business.
