Inflammation and uneven skin are the main enemies of health and beauty. They overshadow even impeccable features, nullifying natural beauty. However, today almost any problem can be eliminated by resorting to the professional help of a cosmetologist. In addition to accumulated experience, knowledge and special facial cleansing techniques, specialized tools are used. Using various techniques, the doctor will help you get rid of the annoying problem for a long time and will not leave even the slightest chance of relapse.
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.
Dermatillomania: causes
Dermatologists note that this problem is more common in people diagnosed with acne. In this case, picking at the skin may be associated with complexes and the desire to quickly get rid of the hated rashes. Unfortunately, it only gets worse.
Not the least role in this is played by filters, Photoshop, Instagram masks, which create in people a false idea of ideal skin not as healthy, but as completely smooth, devoid of any flaws, irregularities and not subject to age-related changes.
Some experts consider neurotic excoriation to be a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Others suggest distinguishing them according to this principle:
- if scratching the skin is a way to relieve anxiety, then it can be classified as an obsessive-compulsive behavior;
- if the action is associated with the very need to scratch the skin, then this should be considered dermatillomania.
Despite the fact that a person may be fully aware of the harm he is causing to himself, he cannot stop. Many compare the state to a trance.
There is also a hereditary connection. In addition to genetic predisposition, depression, eating disorder, dysmorphophobia, psychological trauma, chronic stress or other forms of addiction can provoke uncontrolled skin trauma.
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.
Dermatillomania: symptoms
In itself, squeezing pimples* is not a sign of a mental disorder. Although it’s still not worth doing this. The symptoms here are similar to addiction. The person cannot stop, then there is a short period of relief, followed by guilt, discomfort and the cycle starts again.
You should be wary if31:
- it interferes with daily activities;
- makes you avoid social contacts;
- you have to wear closed clothes to cover scars or fresh marks;
- pimples*, crusts or any other formations on the skin are perceived as something foreign and incorrect, which should be gotten rid of immediately, regardless of the consequences;
- you have already made repeated attempts to stop, but in vain.
Most often, the pathology occurs in girls 16-24 years old.31
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.
My light, mirror, be silent!
The two methods described above on how to stop squeezing pimples are effective only for responsible girls. Irresponsible people will violate the schedule, and for this they will receive only punishment. For such persons there is another way. It is extremely effective, but only works if the girl does not live alone. Anyone who shares living space with her (husband, mother, girlfriend, etc.) should simply remove all mirrors from the house.
Even from the bathroom. Even from a girl's makeup bag. Such an assistant must have enormous willpower and passionately wish the girl well, because she will most likely cause a big scandal for violating human rights. She can be allowed to look in the mirror when she gets ready for school or work. But she should do this only in the presence of an assistant.
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.
Take care of the health of your patients and choose only high-quality instruments in the FIRST PROFESSIONAL. A wide selection of the most popular accessories in the “Cosmetology Tools” section.
Carrot and stick
For the above method of how to stop squeezing pimples to work, a psychological background must also be present. She will encourage the girl to follow the schedule. The point is that for every time the girl keeps to the appointed time, she should receive a reward, for example, a delicious candy or watching her favorite program. You can come up with more serious prizes, for example, the purchase of a new blouse. Accordingly, for non-compliance with the schedule, the girl must suffer “punishment”. You can come up with a lot of them, from cleaning the apartment to writing the phrase “I won’t squeeze pimples anymore” 50 times. You can also assign yourself 20 squats, giving up sweets, and many other “punishments.”
Stress management
There are situations in life that make you very worried and worried. This could be waiting for an important call, exam period, a quarrel with a loved one, separation, dismissal from work, refusal at an interview, major financial losses and many others. Some people, being stressed or depressed, start drinking a lot, others start eating, and still others start squeezing pimples on their bodies.
It should be said that these are very serious psychological reasons. How to stop popping pimples for a girl who is under stress? There is no need to explain to her about the dangers of squeezing, no need to hide mirrors from her or tie her hands behind her back. This requires the help of a psychologist and the support of loved ones. The doctor can conduct psychotherapeutic sessions with her and prescribe sedatives. The task of friends and relatives is to distract the girl from sad thoughts. You can invite her to a movie or a party, organize a trip for her, or engage her in some event.
Knight's move
The method proposed above does not answer the question of how to stop squeezing pimples on your hands. You don't need a mirror for this, because you can see your hands without it. You may have noticed that our methods are becoming more complex from point to point. In this case, we recommend cutting the girl’s nails very short. Without them, squeezing turns into squeezing the skin. This process brings pain, but the unfortunate pimple remains unharmed. The girl will not receive any moral satisfaction from such procedures, so she will be forced to leave her occupation.
