Paraffin face mask benefits and harms: it is very popular among the huge selection of cosmetic procedures for facial skin care. The beneficial properties of paraffin were noticed at the beginning of the 20th century, which began to be used in medicine and cosmetology. Thanks to a special compound of hydrocarbons, paraffin is of particular value in the regeneration of the skin.
Cosmetic paraffin can be purchased at a pharmacy, melted in a water bath, the correct paraffin begins to melt at a temperature of 52-55 degrees, add a few drops of essential oil, apply no more than two layers to the skin, and after hardening, rinse off the mask with warm water. A paraffin mask has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin by creating a greenhouse effect between the skin and the paraffin layer. A paraffin mask provokes a rush of blood to the facial skin, so it is not recommended for people with cardiovascular diseases.
Video procedure for a paraffin facial mask!
Composition and beneficial properties of the mask
Thanks to a special compound of hydrocarbons, paraffin is of particular value in the regeneration of the skin.
The rich composition and beneficial properties of the mask help cleanse the inner layers of the skin from impurities, restore the water balance of the epidermis, and preserve the youthfulness of the skin for a long time. Paraffin is made from oil that undergoes the highest purification. As a result of high-tech oil purification, a certain combination of hydrocarbons is obtained. Paraffin has a very important property in which it gives off heat very slowly, which contributes to faster healing of wounds on the skin, because the accelerated metabolism of skin cells is triggered. Paraffin masks are used in cosmetology to combat skin dehydration, age-related skin changes, and effectively fight cellulite.
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Paraffin therapy: what is the secret
Paraffin is a chemical substance obtained from petroleum. It can have a yellow or white tint; for cosmetic use, it is white that has gone through all stages of purification, does not contain harmful impurities, and practically does not cause any unwanted reactions.
Paraffin for masks is used only in white.
There is paraffin with plant extracts, honey, chocolate - such cosmetic formulas are more expensive than standard formulas; pay more or not, decide for yourself. But such a combination will allow you to combine the benefits of paraffin and chocolate masks, or other components.
The more additives, the higher the price and the risk of developing allergic reactions, but if you like ready-made cocoa bars, their smell, and the effect they provide, choose them.
Since the paraffin mass is heated before use, its properties change. The pores open and toxins come out and settle on the layer of the mask. Then the substance begins to shrink and has a slight massage effect.
Rules and subtleties of using a paraffin mask
In order not to harm the body, it is necessary to follow the rules and subtleties of using a paraffin mask. The main rule is that paraffin must be of high quality, without any impurities, white, and completely dehydrated. It is necessary to make a mask with extreme caution so as not to get burned; to do this, dissolve paraffin in a water bath and then cool.
It is important that your face and hands are dry before applying the mask, because paraffin can cause a burn when combined with a drop of water. Apply the mask only to a well-cleansed face. The paraffin mask acts due to heat transfer, which as a result affects the capillaries, so people with cardiovascular diseases are not recommended to use such a mask.
Indications and contraindications
Regular paraffin baths and masks are recommended in the following cases:
- Signs of skin dehydration;
- Excessive dryness of the epidermis and flaking;
- Dry skin, which constantly occurs during the cold season;
- The appearance of the first age and deep expression wrinkles;
- Age-related changes in facial oval;
- Decreased skin tone and elasticity.
After 35 years, a rejuvenating mask is recommended for preventive purposes. The procedure helps nourish and moisturize the skin and saturate it with nutrients. This principle of action helps prevent premature aging.
No matter how effective paraffin therapy is, it has a number of contraindications, in the presence of which it is prohibited!
These include:
- Severe rosacea;
- Excessively large number of acne and acne;
- Hypertension;
- Presence of warts on the face;
- Moles;
- Herpes;
- Acute stage of viral and infectious diseases;
- Pregnancy and lactation period;
- The presence of excess facial hair;
- Blood diseases;
- Allergic rash;
- Skin damage: wounds, abrasions;
- Diabetes;
- Diseases of the heart and vascular system.
In the presence of these contraindications, performing cosmetic manipulation can lead to negative consequences and provoke a number of complications.
Cover your face with a towel after applying paraffin
Contraindications apply to procedures with hot wax. But you can also use cold paraffin. It is sold in pharmacies and has a plastic structure. To apply it, use a small wooden spatula. After applying the composition, the face must be covered with a terry towel. Keep the composition on your face for 30 minutes. Rinse with warm water or decoctions of medicinal herbs.
Cold paraffin will not cause harm even if there are contraindications. This method will help get rid of acne marks, eliminate acne, nourish the skin with useful substances, and moisturize the epidermis. The only drawback of the technique is that cold paraffin does not have a lifting effect.
Paraffin face mask at home
Correct paraffin begins to melt at a temperature of 52-55 degrees
A paraffin face mask at home, if you follow the important rules for its use, will help fill the skin with the necessary moisture and speed up the metabolic processes of cells. Before using the mask at home, you must remove your hair so that paraffin does not accidentally get on it; your face must be clean and dry, because the contact of a drop of water and paraffin can cause a burn.
The paraffin mask is applied using a gauze bandage with slits for the eyes and mouth. Prepare the paraffin mixture in an enamel bowl and place it in a water bath, stirring it constantly. For one procedure, it is enough to take 50 grams of white paraffin. It is important that no water gets into the mixture. Usually paraffin begins to melt at a temperature of 50 degrees, add a few drops of essential oil, then cool to room temperature, moisten a gauze bandage in it and place it tightly on the face.
You should not keep the mask on for longer than 15 minutes. Then remove the frozen mask, lifting the napkin from the chin to the forehead. After using the paraffin mask, wash off any residue from your face with a herbal decoction or warm water. Using a paraffin mask requires special care to avoid burns.
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How is paraffin treated?
Regardless of the chosen method of paraffin therapy, the process consists of several stages:
- Preparation of paraffin: heat the mixture to 100 degrees and maintain at this temperature for 15-20 minutes. This will eliminate the presence of water in the mixture and protect against possible burns. Cool the paraffin to 50-60 degrees.
- Checking weight for individual tolerance. To do this, apply a certain amount of paraffin to a small area of skin.
- Disinfection. The area intended for the procedure is treated with a special solution.
- Direct application (see methods of applying paraffin and types of paraffin therapy).
- The end of the procedure involves removing the composition and subsequent massage of the treated areas using moisturizing and nourishing creams.
Drawing conclusions
Paraffin mask has a beneficial effect on skin condition
We conclude that paraffin masks have a beneficial effect on the skin of the face, making it softer and velvety to the touch. Thanks to such masks, wrinkles are smoothed out, the skin regeneration process is accelerated, pores are narrowed, and complexion improves.
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Benefits of paraffin therapy for the face
Paraffin therapy for the face is a very popular procedure that allows you to restore freshness to your facial skin, relieve inflammation and tighten the skin.
The procedure itself is based on the heat capacity of paraffin, that is, its ability to slowly release heat. The skin under paraffin warms up, causing its top layer to soften and the pores to open, absorbing cosmetics applied under paraffin. However, cosmetic paraffin itself contains various active additives: for example, aloe - to moisturize and soften the skin, azulene - to provide an anti-inflammatory effect, and so on. It is best, of course, to trust specialists in a beauty salon, but you can conduct a paraffin therapy session for the face and at home. To achieve the greatest effect, carry out the procedures in courses of 10 sessions, repeating paraffin therapy every other day.
Mask recipes
To eliminate specific facial skin problems, you can use proven folk recipes.
Moisturizing mask
At the preparatory stage, in addition to the main ingredient, add 1 tsp to the paraffin bath. cocoa butter and cosmetic almond oil, as well as 0.5 tsp. lanolin. Moreover, this amount of additional substances is calculated for 1 tsp. melted paraffin.
In addition to the moisturizing effect, the mask nourishes and restores the regeneration process.
Nutritional composition
The first layer of the mask must be prepared in a separate container, in which, in addition to paraffin, 1 tsp will be heated. liquid honey.
The composition is useful for aging, discolored skin. Honey perfectly nourishes and stimulates metabolic processes.
Anti-inflammatory
Mix aloe juice with melted paraffin in a ratio of 1 tbsp. l. to 1 tsp. main ingredient.
An ideal mask for relieving skin inflammation and clearing blackheads.
Soothing mask
After melting the paraffin, add lemon, orange and rose essential oils to the container at the rate of 5-7 drops of each component per 1 tsp. main material.
Used to rejuvenate sensitive and irritable skin.
Contraindications to the procedure
Among modern women of different ages, paraffin therapy is a very popular procedure, but to carry it out it is not at all necessary to go to expensive cosmetology salons. This procedure can be carried out in normal home conditions, following certain rules and taking into account possible contraindications.
In order not to worsen the condition of the skin and general well-being, you should not apply paraffin masks if a person has:
- Varicose veins on any part of the body,
- High blood pressure and hypertension,
- Hair growing on the facial skin (hypertrichosis)
- diabetes mellitus,
- Pregnancy at any stage,
- Diseases of the heart and blood vessels,
- Infectious lesions of the skin and pustular elements,
- Various rashes, especially when their etiology is not established,
- Enlarged skin pores,
- Serious blood diseases,
- Fresh injuries and open wounds,
- Moles or warts in the treatment area, as well as a large number of such formations on the surface of the body.
If there are no contraindications listed above, paraffin therapy procedures can be performed to care for facial skin and eliminate various cosmetic problems.
However, it is important to remember that you need to prepare the composition for the mask and apply it to the skin correctly, observing all the conditions of the process, which differs significantly from the use of conventional masks. For this reason, you should carefully study the instructions before performing the procedure.
What is needed for a hot paraffin therapy session?
To carry out paraffin therapy we will need the following:
- paraffin bath;
- hot paraffin;
- brush for paraffin therapy and application of care products (related products);
- Planet Nails thermal mittens (related products);
- hand sanitizer;
- hand scrub;
- hand mask;
- hand cream;
- napkins.
How is paraffin therapy carried out in a beauty salon?
The skin is first cleaned with peeling and softened with a cream, which at the same time protects it from paraffin adhesion. Then the cosmetologist will suggest putting your hands in a ready-made paraffin bath, holding them in this mass for no more than 20 seconds and removing them; Next, you should let the paraffin harden and immerse your hands in the bath again. And this is repeated several times so that the paraffin lays down in layers. Then the master wraps his hands in the cooled paraffin mass in film and puts special mittens on top of it. After 25 minutes, all this “clothing” is removed, and cream is applied to the renewed skin. In a similar way, you can perform paraffin therapy for the skin of your feet, as well as rejuvenate your facial skin.
As you can see, the procedure is simple, but the effect is excellent!
The effect of paraffin on the skin
Special cosmetic paraffin, used for facial skin care, is a unique substance that has a pronounced anti-aging effect. With its help, you can stop the natural aging process, preserve youth and freshness of the skin, and eliminate existing age-related changes.
Paraffin masks are used to care for mature and aging skin in order to restore its freshness and elasticity. Such masks are also used to care for young skin to preserve its youth, eliminate various rashes, pimples and acne.
After regular use of paraffin masks for a certain time, many positive changes can be noticed in the condition of the skin, in particular:
- Resorption of various tissue compactions and swellings occurs under the influence of vacuum and high temperatures during the procedure,
- Narrowed pores, the passage of which is difficult, expand, making it possible to increase the efficiency of their cleansing,
- The number of acne elements is gradually reduced, and as a result of a full course of procedures, pathogenic elements disappear completely,
- The existing sebaceous plugs are softened, after which the contents of the pores easily come to the surface without any effort,
- The tone of the facial muscles increases, its oval and contours are tightened and strengthened,
- Skin elasticity is restored, wrinkles are smoothed out,
- The unhealthy skin tone disappears, giving way to a pleasant pinkish color, the tone is evened out, the skin becomes healthier and acquires radiance and freshness,
- Local blood circulation improves, as a result of which skin cells receive a much larger amount of nutritional and moisturizing elements, vitamins and other important substances,
- The skin is noticeably moisturized and cleansed of flaky dead epidermal cells.
The effectiveness of paraffin masks and their positive effects become noticeable after the first procedure. After such a mask, the skin rejuvenates, looks fresher, tighter, becomes cleaner, inflammatory processes disappear from its surface, and the number of acne decreases. With regular use, the positive results increase with each subsequent session.
Applying the composition to the face
The mass should be warm, but not too hot. If it starts to cool down and you haven’t had time to apply it yet, heat it up again in a steam bath. The warmer the mass is, the more benefits you will get from it.
When the mask has already been applied, take a comfortable position and try to relax as much as possible. Don't frown, don't laugh, and don't talk. Let the paraffin cool as evenly as possible. This will smooth out wrinkles a little and thereby rejuvenate your face. Keep the mixture on your face for about 15-30 minutes. Then carefully remove it: it will come off easily like a film.
After the cosmetic paraffin therapy procedure, you will feel relaxed and rested. This is a full-fledged spa procedure that anyone can easily do at home. After it, you will notice how hydrated, nourished and smooth your skin will become. We hope you enjoyed this master class. Write a few words in the reviews to let us know if our beauty recipe was useful to you.
The author of the article is Alisa Terentyeva. The author of the photo is Arzy Umerova. Photos were taken specifically for Medvyan's magazine.
Efficiency
Due to the creation of a greenhouse effect during the paraffin therapy procedure, the barrier (upper ball of the epidermis) between the nutrients of the mask and the deep layers of the dermis is softened, thereby creating a therapeutic effect.
In addition, as a result of the expansion of capillaries, the skin receives more oxygen, and metabolic products are easily removed.
All these toxic substances and the secretion of the sebaceous glands are attached to the paraffin and, at the end of the procedure, are easily removed along with it.
At the end of the paraffin therapy course, you will be pleasantly surprised by the following results:
- clogged pores will expand, which will facilitate many metabolic processes in the dermis;
- acne will go away with the mask;
- the water balance will be restored, dry and flaky skin will become moisturized;
- former firmness and elasticity will return;
- unhealthy skin color turns into a pale pink shade with a natural blush;
- shallow wrinkles will disappear from the face, and more pronounced ones will become less noticeable;
- the contour will change, the relief of the skin will become smoother.
Cosmetologists recommend performing paraffin therapy for the face no more than once a week, this is how long you will observe the results of the procedure.
It is especially important to eliminate facial skin problems in the winter-spring period, when there is a sharp change in temperature and weather conditions do not benefit the dermis.
