Skin care during adolescence, 5 important tips.

How to take care of a teenager's face to avoid acne. Localization of rashes

Mostly acne in a teenager appears on the face, chest and back, although the last 2 areas are affected only in case of serious internal problems. If we talk about the classic restructuring of the body of a healthy teenager, who is faced exclusively with a jump in hormone levels and, as a result, disruption of the functioning of the endocrine glands, he will see rashes exclusively on the face. However, even here only the nose, cheeks, chin or the entire surface can be affected.

Teenage acne in boys

Young men often experience transient acne, which is characterized by the formation of inflamed nodules that quickly give way to scars. This severe form of the disease mainly affects the face in the forehead and jaw line. With a serious lack of vitamin A, a rash will appear on the chest, and abuse of junk food against the background of chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract will make itself felt by pimples on the cheeks and in the triangular area around the mouth.

Acne in a teenage girl

Girls in most cases experience rashes caused by severe hormonal imbalance (in addition to the general increase in androgen levels, we cannot forget about menstrual cycles, which are unstable in adolescents), so acne appears on the chin and nose, in the forehead area. If the rashes affect the entire face or are grouped along the wings of the nose and go further to the cheekbones, there is a high probability of problems with the functioning of the sebaceous glands due to cosmetics.

Basic recommendations after the procedure

For young girls just starting to take care of their face, cosmetologists advise starting with cleansing the skin, moisturizing and nourishing it, adhering to the following recommendations:

be sure to cleanse your skin in the evening so that it can breathe while you sleep;

Daily facial care is a whole science. In order not to make a mistake in choosing cosmetics, it is better to use special sets of one brand, which include the entire care complex: cream, moisturizers and cleansers, gel, foam, lotion, tonic, scrub, face masks, protective equipment. The fact is that each line uses its own unique patented components.

To see what cosmetics there are for teenagers, see the following video.

In the near future, the cosmetics market for teenagers is expected to grow enormously, because there are very few specialized brands for teenage skin care. We offer several eco-lines with pure ingredients, because this is the only way to properly care for a child’s delicate skin.

- Oy! Skincare - a line of organic British brand Green People, created specifically for teenagers (Soil Association and EcoCert certificates) - Spots and Stripes - soft, specially developed cosmetics from the UK for teenage skin and hair care - Z{amp}amp;MA - organic brand from Paris for young skin (COSMEBIO certificate)

The task of parents is to prevent hormonal disruptors and other toxic substances from entering the child’s body at the threshold or during the process of colossal hormonal changes. With safe hygiene and care products, a healthy teenager will grow into a healthy adult.

Indications and contraindications for facial cleansing

Despite the traditional and universal nature of the mechanical facial cleansing procedure, it has a number of contraindications:

• extensive inflamed rashes on the skin of the face;
• eczema;
• acute dermatitis;
• viral diseases of the body, especially herpes;
• scalp diseases;
• acute allergic reactions;
• rosacea and vascular network on the skin of the face;
• particularly sensitive skin;
• low pain threshold.

1. Exacerbation of chronic diseases.
2. Damage to the skin (wounds, scratches, infectious rashes).
3. Cuperosis.
4. Inflammations on the skin (ulcers, boils).
5. Menstruation.
6. Herpes, psoriasis, eczema.

Mechanical cleaning is not recommended for bronchial asthma and hypertension. During periods of extreme heat and severe frosts, cleaning is not carried out. As for pregnant women and nursing mothers, questions regarding the advisability of specific procedures are resolved on an individual basis. For those with dry and sensitive skin, it is not recommended to cleanse more than 3 times a month.

With this procedure, you can solve a number of unpleasant skin problems and noticeably transform. Facial cleansing in combination with proper care will help you if:

• There is acne, acne and post-acne on the face;
• Clogged pores;
• Black dots;
• The skin has lost its tone and healthy color.

Any type of cleaning is prohibited if there is at least one of the following contraindications:

• Herpes;
• Any skin diseases, especially in purulent form;
• Diabetes;
• Epilepsy.

Before you sign up for the procedure, you should go for a consultation with a cosmetologist, who will diagnose the skin and, if necessary, prescribe tests. This will help you choose a cleaning method that is right for you and will not entail dire consequences.

Facial cleansing is not recommended for the following diseases and pathological phenomena:

• herpes;
• eczema;
• pustular diseases of the scalp;
• bronchial asthma;
• diabetes;
• severe stage of hypertension;
• severe mental disorders;
• epilepsy.

Fact 2. The procedure is not suitable for everyone

The principle of operation of the scrubber limits the possibilities of its application. There is no point in using the device if there are multiple and deep sebaceous plugs and heavily contaminated skin. The procedure is indicated only for those who have shallow blackheads, and the oiliness of the skin is slightly increased. Or if, with problem skin, mechanical cleaning has to be performed frequently, but due to the patient’s discomfort or low pain threshold, the cosmetologist from time to time replaces this painful procedure with a gentle, more delicate ultrasound procedure.

During the procedure, the doctor may open or remove several inflammatory elements, but if there are many of them, such cleaning cannot be performed. At the same time, the hardware technique is not at all intended to combat deep contamination of the epidermis and inflammatory elements. It is designed to lightly exfoliate the skin, remove a layer of dead cells, and get rid of superficial sebaceous plugs. You cannot apply pressure to deeply clogged pores or inflammatory elements with the device, as this may leave noticeable marks on the skin.

Ultrasonic teeth cleaning

What is ultrasonic teeth cleaning? The essence of this method is to remove tartar and plaque from the enamel surface. For this purpose, a special device is used that applies ultrasonic vibration to the surface of the tooth. Thanks to this, even hard tartar can be easily removed from the surface. It is worth noting that during such manipulation the enamel is not damaged.

Ultrasonic teeth cleaning is a completely painless and harmless procedure.

The professional procedure includes:

1. Removing plaque from the surface of the tooth, including that caused by food coloring or smoking.
2. Root canal treatment.
3. High-quality removal of supragingival and subgingival calculus using ultrasonic vibrations.
4. Deep rinsing of periodontal pockets.
5. Polishing the tooth surface using a special paste.

In addition, such an event gives a small whitening effect (about 2 tones) without the use of any chemicals.

Fact 4. Healthy skin does not require ultrasonic cleaning

According to Isabella Airapetova, every woman should periodically cleanse her face. The frequency can be recommended by a cosmetologist, but once or twice a year the procedure will not be superfluous. Residents of large cities especially suffer from negative environmental background. Smog and toxins from the air settle on the surface of the epidermis and form a “plaque” that disrupts cellular respiration and reduces the intensity of cell renewal. Using the cleansing procedure, you can restore the functions of the epidermal barrier, improve tissue regeneration, and refresh your face. But for this, especially with normal, healthy skin, it is not at all necessary to perform ultrasonic cleaning.

Atraumatic mechanical cleaning, which is performed using cosmetic products, will be much more pleasant. This is a technique that is comfortable for the patient, in which cleansers and compositions for loosening and exfoliating the upper layer of the epidermis are applied to the skin, and finished with a caring, pigment-constricting, moisturizing mask. If a specialist does not need to remove imperfections, this procedure will feel no different from a skincare procedure, while ultrasonic cleaning can cause discomfort.

Homemade cleansing masks

Made from baking soda and shaving foam. These ingredients are taken in equal proportions, mixed and applied to steamed skin. Leave for 15 minutes to act, and then you need to do a light massage with your hands and rinse off the remaining mixture. Those who are especially brave can use a moderately hard toothbrush for massage.

Honey-oatmeal. You will need: soda, honey, oatmeal, lemon juice, taken in equal quantities (1 tablespoon each). Apply to face, leave for 10 minutes, massage and rinse with warm water. 3. Yeast. Prepare a mixture from milk (3 tbsp) and compressed yeast (1 tsp). Allow the yeast to activate a little and apply to your face. Rinse off with warm water 10 minutes after the mixture has completely dried.

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Homemade scrub: coffee grounds, sea salt.

In a mixture of epithelial cells, sebum, polluting particles and dust from the surrounding air, pathogenic bacteria multiply very well. Local immunity is impaired, and rashes appear in almost 100% of cases.

Blackheads are nothing more than an accumulation of fat in enlarged pores and sebaceous ducts. They block the exit of sebaceous secretions, which protect the epidermis. The skin becomes dry, inflamed, and roughened. This is just one of the reasons why you need to have your face cleaned by a cosmetologist.

Here's what happens during the procedure:

removal of the upper keratinized layer of epidermal tissue; removal of comedones, blackheads, pimples, pimples; cleansing of toxins and impurities; restoration of pH level; normalization of the sebaceous glands (which is especially important for oily skin); stimulation of metabolic processes, blood circulation, production of own collagen and elastin; elimination of pigment spots; improvement of skin turgor, leveling of microrelief.

Fact 6. Ultrasonic cleansing and face lifting are different concepts

The procedure is accompanied by dozens of myths, and its lifting effect is one of them. But it does not have any lifting effect, since ultrasound waves do not affect the structure of skin tissue at all. They superficially cleanse the epidermis, remove the upper stratum corneum, making the face brighter and fresher. While the waves are applied to the skin, a light micromassage is performed, which increases blood flow to the tissues. And the application of caring masks creates the effect of hydration, nourishment of the skin, which looks healthy and radiant.

But the scrubber cannot tighten the skin tissue. According to Isabella Airapetova, the myth about the lifting effect of the procedure arose due to a misunderstanding of the operating principle of the device.

“The nozzle has a reverse side,” comments the specialist, “and with its help you can introduce various serums into the skin, including those with a lifting effect. In addition, some devices can be equipped with additional functions, including phonophoresis, and thanks to this technique, active substances from cosmetic products penetrate deeper into the skin. If a specialist uses serums with a lifting effect, then you will be able to see such a result. But you shouldn’t expect skin tightening from regular ultrasound cleaning, since the device itself does not have such an effect.”

In addition, it does not have the ability to remove wrinkles or combat loss of elasticity and skin tone. Ultrasound waves do not affect collagen synthesis and do not increase the production of hyaluronic acid. They are not able to influence the structure of the skin, as they are reflected from the surface of the epidermis. And if such assurances are used in the description of the procedure, this is nothing more than a publicity stunt.

On the surface of the skin, their effect is also limited: ultrasonic waves will not help get rid of pigmentation, reduce the severity of scars, reduce oiliness and the activity of the sebaceous glands. Using the procedure to normalize the condition of the epidermis is reckless and impractical.

Choosing cosmetics for teenagers

Skin in teenagers is divided into main types, just like in adults. But more often it is combination or oily; normal and especially dry types are rare at this age.

In salon and home conditions, caring for teenage facial skin will not be complete and effective without the use of cosmetics intended for this age. Such cosmetics differ significantly in composition from skin care products for adults.

Important: The main purpose of using special cosmetics is to normalize the secretion of the sebaceous glands, dry the skin, eliminate its greasiness, cure acne and pimples, relieve inflammation and irritation. Many companies specializing in the production of skin care products produce lines of products for teenagers

They are usually presented as gels or foams for washing, drying tonics, and cleansing scrubs. If girls and boys do not have acne on their faces, during the period of hormonal changes in the body, you can get by with these basic cosmetics

Many companies specializing in the production of skin care products produce lines of products for teenagers. They are usually presented as gels or foams for washing, drying tonics, and cleansing scrubs. If girls and boys do not have acne on their faces, during the period of hormonal changes in the body, you can get by with these basic cosmetics.

If you have cosmetic problems in the form of rashes on the face and inflammation of the skin, you need to take care of your skin during adolescence using special products. Commonly used:

• lotion for deep cleansing of pores;
• shower gel;
• moisturizing milk;
• soothing cream;
• drying gel;
• matting agents;
• anti-acne products.

If you exclude the use of cosmetics intended for teenage skin, acne marks - scars and cicatrices - may remain on your face in the future.

How often can you cleanse your face?

Now we understand how important it is to have a facial at a salon. But no one will carry out such a procedure every day.

Therefore, the question naturally arises: how often can you cleanse your face?

Let's turn on the logic:

• There are several skin types: dry/sensitive, oily/problem, combination, normal;
• There are several types of procedures: mechanical (manual), hardware (ultrasound, vacuum, laser and some others).

Therefore, how many times a month (quarter, half-year, year) to cleanse the face depends on the skin type and the manipulation itself.

Let's look at the specifics.

UZ

Ultrasonic facial cleansing is considered a universal procedure that is indicated for any skin type. Under the influence of ultrashort sound waves, the pores open and polluting particles are removed.

In order to understand how often you can cleanse your face using this method, you need to understand the essence a little. The manipulation consists of the following stages:

makeup removal, cleansing and application of products that loosen problematic accumulations (pimples, comedones, blackheads). Under the influence of special compounds, the pores open and the topmost layer of keratinized cells is removed; applying a special conductive gel, which is a kind of “conductor and amplifier” that improves the penetration of waves into tissues; surface treatment with a special device

The master runs a spatula-shaped nozzle over the surface, paying special attention to problem areas; applying a soothing gel and mask. The final stage is a moisturizer based on your skin type.

Any beauty salon will tell you that this procedure will not be able to remove deep comedones or clean too tight, narrow pores. It is rather a gentle cleansing for normal and dry epidermis. But in combination with mechanical cleansing, it is used for oily, problem skin.

Mechanical

Mechanical, manual, manual - these are the names of the same procedure. Its purpose is to remove deep comedones, fight acne, inflamed pimples, millet. Every woman who has such “charms” on her face will answer the question - why is facial cleansing necessary?

Manual cleaning in the salon is recommended for young ladies who have an oily skin type with enlarged pores, a tendency to form comedones, pimples and other unpleasant formations on the face.

The manipulation takes place according to the following scenario:

• make-up remover (a traditional stage of any cleansing);
• peeling to remove the keratinized top layer;
• steaming or applying a thermal mask. This stage prepares the skin, opens the pores, softens the contents;
• mechanical removal of all contaminants. The process is carried out by hand or with a special device (Uno spoon). Sometimes it is necessary to repeat the procedure after 2-3 weeks, since at the time of cleaning some pimples may not be ripe;
• treating the skin with an antiseptic. Next – soothing gel;
• applying a mask according to your skin type, followed by a moisturizer and protective agent.

It is recommended to do mechanical cleansing of a face with an oily type of epidermis and enlarged pores once every month to a month and a half. If there are associated problems (acne, pimples), it can be done even more often - once every 4-5 weeks.

Vacuum

Vacuum facial cleansing is a special hardware method that is indicated when the first age-related changes appear. During the procedure, using a special device that creates negative pressure, impurities and dead cells are absorbed. Let us note right away that manipulation will not be effective for problematic and oily skin, since it will not be able to remove deep comedones.

Why do facial cleansing with a vacuum? The following action can be provided:

• massage, lymphatic drainage;
• stimulation of blood circulation;
• acceleration of metabolic processes;
• stimulation of the production of protein compounds responsible for skin condition;
• elimination of congestion in the epidermis and dermis.

Vacuum facial cleansing can be done 3-4 times a year, not more often. Indicated for any skin type.

Laser

Laser exposure is a fairly new procedure that is gaining popularity. The principle of operation and stages of manipulation are similar to ultrasonic cleaning. Only the device generates a light beam, not sound.

After laser facial cleansing you can:

• get rid of sebaceous shine, normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
• eliminate comedones, pimples (shallow);
• even out the relief, remove scars, cicatrices, traces of acne;
• improve complexion;
• increase skin elasticity, tighten the oval of the face;
• improve the functionality of the epidermis.

For women with any skin type that shows signs of age-related changes, laser facial cleansing is indicated. How often you can do this will be determined by a specialist.

Fact 3. A scrubber does not replace mechanical cleaning

“These are two different procedures, and which one is better, mechanical or ultrasonic facial cleansing, is decided in each specific case by the cosmetologist, taking into account the condition of the patient’s skin,” comments Isabella Airapetova. — If the skin is clean, you can opt for ultrasonic cleaning. If the patient is in a hurry and needs to carry out the procedure quickly, then too. But if there are a lot of imperfections on the skin, you won’t be able to deal with them with a scrubber.”

In addition, neither mechanical nor ultrasonic cleaning will be a panacea for skin with multiple inflammatory elements, acne in the third or fourth degree. In this case, the patient needs a completely different therapy, which may include taking antibiotics, using systemic or topical retinoids, and stabilizing the sebaceous glands using chemical peels. And only as an additional, supportive therapy, a cosmetologist can from time to time recommend ultrasonic facial cleansing.

Is it possible to cure acne at home?

Perhaps you are now making a decision whether to intervene in this teenage skin process or observe from the sidelines, or maybe you still have yet to decide. Remember: the more pronounced the inflammation and the longer the skin suffers from it, the less chance there is of smooth relief in the future. Of course, beauty is not happiness, but judging by the thousands of patients who annually seek acne treatment and removal of traces of youth from the face, it is not happiness either.

You won’t be able to cope with the growing inflammation yourself, just as you won’t be able to predict what will remain on the child’s face after it. A competent doctor is a necessary link here.

Some parents have to carefully monitor the implementation of the recommendations, others do not, but when the face begins to clear up, there are no limits to happiness. It’s simply amazing how a child who was initially distrustful and silent at the first appointment suddenly smiles at you and happily tells you about the first results.