Every woman has her favorite products that she wants to use every day. Just one touch of lipstick or an application of scented cream, and the fair sex feels like a star on the red carpet. But there are beauty products that are dangerous to use every day. What kind of cosmetics is this, - tells MedAboutMe.
Skin cleansers
Cleansing the skin "to a squeak" in some cases is a useful procedure. The use of color cosmetics and dense nutritional formulations slows down the natural process of exfoliating dead cells. The stratum corneum thickens, the face looks sickly gray, tired. Exfoliating cosmetics come to the rescue.
However, synthetic micro-granules and natural scrubbers, with frequent use, damage the skin and can cause micro-tears. Sensitive skin reacts to traumatic procedures with lightning speed - the appearance of irritation, redness and inflammation, and in especially severe cases, peeling can contribute to the appearance of acne and scars.
How is it correct?
Change exfoliating cosmetics no more than once or twice a week. And if you have sensitive skin, replace formulations with mechanical particles with mild exfoliants based on fruit acids and enzymes.
Moisturizing and nourishing hair formulations
Moisturizing balms and conditioners and nourishing masks are beneficial for hair health. They make them visually smooth, soft to the touch and silky. But this cosmetics cannot be abused, especially if it contains nutritious oils. When used frequently, they create a thick layer on the scalp, can clog pores and interfere with skin respiration.
How is it correct?
for all types of scalp, it is enough to use moisturizing compositions 1-3 times a week, oil-based products once every 7 days. For owners of oily scalp, it is better to refuse oil cosmetics altogether, preferring serums and fillers for hair and scalp.
Petrolatum
Pure Vaseline soothes irritated and chapped skin areas, promotes healing of cracks and wounds on the lips. Contrary to popular belief, it does not absorb into the skin, but creates a barrier on its surface that traps moisture inside, preventing dryness and flaking. However, using it on a daily basis is a bad idea.
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How is it correct?
You can go for petroleum jelly only in extreme cases, when the skin is irritated or peeling appears. For daily needs - moisturizing and nourishing, you need to use special products - creams, balms, hygienic lipsticks and lip oil.
Makeup primers
These are ideal tools if you are preparing for a special event, throwing a party or planning a photo shoot. But with daily use, primers can be harmful. The silicones they contain can mix with sweat and sebum, clogging pores and promoting blackheads and acne. In addition, multi-layered makeup is an ordeal for any type of skin.
How is it correct?
Use primers for special occasions, not every day. To make the face look bright and fresh, and aesthetic imperfections are not noticeable, a good foundation and corrector is enough.
Dry shampoo
If there is a lot of time to do, dry shampoo is a lifesaver that will refresh your hair and add volume at the roots. Many products, in addition, have styling properties - they fix the hairstyle and allow you to go through the day without worries. But if dry shampoo is used too often, it will lead to a deterioration in the condition of the hair - increased dryness and brittleness, irritation of the scalp and even thinning of the hair.
How is it correct?
rinse off the shampoo after use. It is strictly forbidden to use it for more than two days in a row. This is an emergency measure that allows you to look perfect when there is a shortage of time, but the scalp, just like hair, needs timely cleansing, hydration and nutrition.
Waterproof mascara
This beauty product was developed for women in synchronized swimming, but has long gone beyond swimming pools and natural waters. Today, waterproof mascara can be found in any woman's cosmetic bag. It has high durability, does not smear or crumble, it is not afraid of rain, snow or wind. And, nevertheless, you cannot use it every day!
How is it correct?
frequent use of waterproof mascara dries eyelashes, promotes fragility and loss. Therefore, you need to save it for a holiday or a romantic date, and buy a quality product with a gentle, easily washed off composition for every day.
Self-tanning
If you do not like sunbathing and do not use the services of a tanning bed, self-tanning will help you get a golden skin tone. This product gives the skin of the face and body a beautiful dark shade, visually makes you younger, evens out the tone. But with frequent use, "paint" accumulates, the shade is uneven and streaked. And that's not all bad news!
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How is it correct?
In general, a self-tanner needs to be treated with great care. Some products contain the chemical dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is of concern to scientists and doctors. There is scientific evidence that the content of this element in cosmetics contributes to the formation of free radicals in the body, which have a destructive effect. They damage cells and accelerate the aging process. Takeaway: Choose the highest quality self-tanners, use them for special occasions.
Matte lipstick
High-quality lip cosmetics perform not only a decorative function, but also take care of the delicate and sensitive area. In the cold season, the skin of the lips most of all needs protection, hydration and nutrition. Matte lipsticks, which have gained popularity recently, due to the matte finish and the lack of moisturizers in the composition, dry the lips, can lead to cracking and increased dryness of the skin.
How is it correct?
blow matte lipsticks with quality moisturizing cosmetics. Use protective lip balms and natural oils (such as coconut) during the cold season. Do not go out into the cold without first applying a protective agent to your lips.
Anti-aging cosmetics with retinol
Retinoid-based face creams are truly magical! When used correctly, they improve the condition of the skin, erase age spots, and visually rejuvenate. But these are quite aggressive formulations that can only be used under the supervision of a physician - in the correct dosage and according to an individual schedule.
How is it correct?
For women who use creams with retinol for the first time, the cosmetologist usually prescribes cosmetics in a concentration of 0.5%, with a frequency of use - once or twice a week. You should get used to retinoids gradually, otherwise side reactions are possible - burning and peeling.
expert: Yulia Vladimirovna Levina, dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist, assistant of the Department of Dermatovenereology, Northwestern State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikova
In order for our skin to be healthy and to remain young and beautiful as long as possible, we must take care of it. All care can be divided into professional and home care. Of course, a visit to a professional cosmetologist is an integral part of proper care, but in order for the effect of the procedures to remain for a longer period, we just need to take care of the skin at home.
Every woman's arsenal should have at least 5 cosmetics for home care:
one.skin cleaner / makeup remover,
2. tonic,
3.exfoliating agent (peeling),
4. cream for the skin around the eyes,
5. cream and / or serum for the skin of the face.
How to choose the right cosmetics for home care so that it does not harm our skin? Firstly, cosmetic products must be selected strictly according to the type of skin, taking into account all its needs and problems. For example, peeling is not always a sign of dry skin. Your skin may be dehydrated and needs extra hydration. In addition, age must be taken into account. Not always a small network of wrinkles at a young age is a sign of skin aging, which requires enhanced anti-age therapy. Perhaps this is again due to dehydration and a moisturizer is needed.
To understand this correctly, you need to consult a specialist. In addition, your beautician will help you choose the right cosmetics for your individual needs.
Secondly, it is necessary to carefully study the composition of cosmetics. When choosing a skin cleaner, you must remember that there are oil-free products (gels, foams, mousses) and products with a certain fat content (milk, cream, cosmetic cream). For skin prone to dryness and shrinkage, the latter are more suitable, since due to the fats and oils that make up the composition, they do not give such an effect of "degreasing" the skin as oil-free products.
The makeup remover contains surfactants (surfactants) that help us remove impurities from the skin. The more aggressive the surfactant, the more irritating the cleanser is. For example, products containing sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) should be avoided. For the same reason, the cleanser should not be left on the skin for a long time; it must be washed off with water for 1-2 minutes.
Toner is a very important and integral part of home care. Many people save on it, because they do not understand its true purpose. The fact is that after cleansing the skin with a cosmetic product, no matter how good and “soft” it is, our skin's pH level shifts to the alkaline side. Our skin becomes more vulnerable to bacteria, viruses and fungi as the protective function decreases. The tonic helps to restore the acidic pH level and, thus, participates in the restoration of the protective function of the skin and the epidermal barrier in general. In addition, it contains various additives with moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and other effects. Avoid using products that contain alcohol. Even if you are the owner of oily skin type. This will inevitably lead to deterioration.
Peeling is a means that helps us to "get rid" of the excess amount of horny scales. Thanks to him, our skin looks more attractive. Its color and relief are improved. In addition, the penetration of active substances from cosmetics is improved. More often for home use, a mechanical surface peeling - scrub is used. When choosing one, you should give preference to scrubs with artificial exfoliators, since they do not have sharp edges (unlike "stone" ones) and do not injure the skin. But it is important to remember that such means cannot be used categorically if you have inflammations on your skin. Better to give preference to enzymatic (enzymatic) peels. They exfoliate several layers of horny scales very gently and delicately. Peeling is not done every day. The frequency of using exfoliators depends on your skin type, but on average, no more than once every 5 days.
To complete home care, apply a serum and / or cream to the skin of various areas. Do not forget to take care of your eyelids, neck and décolleté area. Since, due to anatomical features, they begin to fade earlier.
When choosing a cream, you should pay attention to the fact that the composition does not contain ingredients that, with prolonged use, can lead to certain skin problems: cause blockage of the mouths of sebaceous hair follicles, increase transepidermal moisture loss (TEPV) and lead to premature skin aging. Yes, unfortunately, such funds are also available.
You should avoid buying products with propylene glycol, glycerin, petrochemical products (mineral oil, paraffin, petroleum jelly). In the summer, it is better to use lighter products. Moisturizing emulsions of the oil-in-water type work very well. In winter, the skin needs additional nutrition and therefore water-in-oil emulsions have proven themselves well. But the needs of the skin are individual for everyone, so it is better to focus on them.
It should be remembered that when choosing cosmetics for the skin around the eyes, more stringent requirements must be imposed. It is better to choose lighter products - gels, fluids that are quickly absorbed. This is especially important for contact lens wearers. Pay attention to expiration dates. After opening, eye care products should be used within 6 months, so do not buy large quantities. Pay attention to products that contain as many natural ingredients as possible.
If you are guided by these minimum requirements when choosing cosmetics for home care, your skin will reward you with youth and beauty for years to come.
expert: Sona Kocharova, dermatocosmetologist:
Often women, when choosing skin care products, are guided solely by the appearance of the packaging and a well-advertised brand. However, the most important thing is to find the right product for your skin type. What to do if there is no time for a consultation with a cosmetologist? Here are some tips for choosing your daily care:
1. Even normal skin with prolonged exposure to the sun or cold can become dry. Don't forget to moisturize.
2. Means for mature skin should not be used until the age of 25.
3. Carefully study the composition for the presence of ingredients that provoke allergies.
4. Some biologically active and hormone-containing creams can enhance hair growth.
5. In cold seasons, it is very important to properly nourish, moisturize and tone the skin in the morning and evening. Try to avoid gel-based products and alcohol toners during these periods.
If you have:
1. Skin prone to dryness - use milk and liquid creams based on natural oils and vitamins.
2. Sensitive skin - often becomes sensitive due to improper care. She works best with products containing natural oils and soothing herbal extracts.
3. Combination skin - cleansing milk and alcohol-free moisturizers will help to normalize the sebaceous glands.
4. Problem skin - in no case should you use alcohol-containing products, this will only worsen the situation. The cause of inflammation lies within the body. With such a feature, you cannot do without consulting a cosmetologist and dermatologist.
5. Oily skin - it is important to maintain a balance between cleansing and moisturizing. Often, excessive work of the sebaceous glands is caused by overdrying of the skin. And as a result, the body tries to moisturize it naturally. The solution to the problem is a properly selected complex of alcohol-free tonic, milk and moisturizer.
