Acne on the face and body is a reflection of internal problems of the body. This could be a hormonal imbalance, poor diet, problems with the liver, etc. The cause must be found and eliminated. And in parallel with this, the skin should be provided with special care with an emphasis on cleansing, vitaminization and relieving inflammation.
It is necessary to use only professional products aimed at combating acne. Such as the new anti-acne gel Anti-Acne Cleansing Gel from ARAVIA Laboratories for face and body with salicylic acid
. It exfoliates dead cells and accelerates the recovery process, heals and soothes the skin, eliminates post-acne marks and enhances protective functions. The product is all-season, and the effect is noticeable after the first use. Let's open the box and get to know him better!
Package
The anti-acne gel is packaged in a 200 ml plastic tube. It is soft, which allows you to use the entire product to the end. The flip top lid has a tamper evident film. Despite the fact that the tube is quite weighty, it is comfortable to hold in your hand, and you can open it with one finger.
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Anti-Acne Cleansing Gel for face and body with salicylic acid, 200 ml
The tube is packed in a branded box
The design uses the classic design of the ARAVIA Laboratories anti-acne series
To remove the tamper evident film, you need to pull the tab
Flip top lid opens easily
Composition and action
The effect of cleansing gel with salicylic acid from ARAVIA Laboratories
is aimed at removing acne and is complex in nature:
- fights inflammation, deeply cleanses and tightens pores;
- removes acne marks;
- gets rid of blackheads;
- strengthens the barrier properties of skin with acne and starts its restoration processes;
- exfoliates and evens out her tone;
- does not dry out.
Each active component of the product contributes to the fight against acne:
- salicylic acid
exfoliates dead cells and promotes their renewal. Tightens pores, prevents the appearance of rashes; - panthenol
moisturizes, softens, heals and smoothes the skin. Increases its elasticity and has a calming effect; - allantoin
heals, soothes, relieves inflammation. It has a keratolytic and antibacterial effect. Neutralizes the harmful effects of free radicals; - glycerin
provides hydration and promotes moisture penetration into the deep layers of the skin; - xanthan gum
forms a protective film on the skin and has moisturizing and moisture-retaining properties.
How to remove pigmentation on the face
To remove pigmentation, it is important not only home care, or a one-time visit to a cosmetologist to perform professional care or procedures.
Effective methods for treating brown spots and recommendations include 3 rules for caring for skin with age spots to eliminate them:
1. Day cream with SPF
A. Every day! Regardless of the time of year, apply once a day in the morning.
The use of sunscreen not only prevents tanning, but, first of all, prevents unwanted damage to skin cells. The result of the lack of protective creams on the skin is the appearance of moles with age, chloasma in the summer, large nevi and various neoplasms.
Products containing mineral protection factors are recommended, because... , applying them before going outside is enough. Mineral cream SPF30 with micronized zinc particles, i.e. The particles are crushed and adhere tightly to the skin; they are not washed off when swimming or sweating.
B. Use products based on physical photo filters. They create a screen that reflects rays and is not consumed during the day, unlike chemical photo filters.
Hint: against new dark brown spots on the skin, look for zinc oxide or titanium dioxide on the packaging, protection level - SPF30:
- Blocks up to 97% of solar radiation , prevents cell damage and prevents cell DNA defects
- hypoallergenic , suitable for all skin types, including sensitive
- prevent the appearance of age spots , help avoid spots caused by age or pregnancy
C. Ideally, experts recommend, especially for office workers, to use a cream with protection against blue light and infrared rays (Blue light filters). They block radiation from screens, which also provoke the appearance of age spots.
According to research, screen time - time spent in front of a computer, tablet, laptop or mobile phone screen, which activates age spots, among respondents is:
- 3 – 5 hours for 33%
- 6 – 9 hours for 32%
- 10 hours and above for 28%
*you can determine screen time by looking at the “Statistics” section on your phone
In 2014, a study was conducted that showed that the cause of persistent, uncorrectable pigmentation is blue light. Pigment spots due to blue light exposure were brighter than those on skin exposed to ultraviolet light even after 3 months.
According to the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, the effects of blue light are stronger than ultraviolet A rays. Blue light keeps pigment spots, namely melanocyte cells, in an already excited state, resulting in constantly increased melanin production.
Examples of products with Blue Light filters:
- The CBD line with cannabidiol DermaQuest is a new line containing 2 types of filters Lumisis and InfraGuard. The products combat the harmful effects of blue light, infrared and UV rays that affect the skin throughout the day.
- DermaQuest therapeutic line products for facial skin containing SPF are designed to protect the skin from the full spectrum of radiation that can cause age spots.
Whitening products
The most logical point is the use of agents that normalize or reduce melanin production, i.e. whitens dark spots.
To increase the effectiveness of pigment spot whitening products, combination preparations containing several lightening components are used. Real results are possible by influencing several stages of the development of pigment spots.
Hint: an effective lightening agent contains complexes of working substances: retinoids + kojic acid + brightening peptides, etc.
The Latin American Academy of Pigmentary Disorders Academy-PDA has developed an algorithm for selecting therapy depending on the degree of development:
- Mild degree - use of drugs based on Azelaic acid up to 20%
- Moderate and severe degrees - only combination therapy and the use of complex products that eliminate pigment spots and include several ingredients with a lightening effect, with a multidirectional mechanism of action.
Exfoliants
It is the use of exfoliating products that makes the process of getting rid of pigmentation as fast and effective as possible.
A. Removes cells containing excess melanin and forming pigment spots on the skin
B. Stimulates cellular renewal and the appearance of normally colored keratinocytes on the skin surface
S. Important! Choose a solution that is suitable in composition and action.
The situation when spots darken and new ones form due to peeling is not uncommon. It is important to choose the right peeling composition. The use of stimulating acids and high percentages will have the opposite effect of maintaining increased melanin production rather than lightening pigmentation.
The composition should include: retinoids - the leaders of the group, or azelaic, or phytic, or mandelic acids. An acceptable option is lactic acid up to 20%.
Other techniques
It is worth mentioning another aesthetic cosmetic technique - lasers . Sessions of special hardware methods for removing pigmentation (laser) can cost a lot of money, and patients are not always happy with the result. Read more about laser pigment spot removal here .
Mode of application
Apply a small amount of gel to damp skin of the face or body, massage a little and rinse.
Remember!
Washing your face and cleansing your body are different procedures. The fact is that in the shower we use water at a higher temperature - approximately 38-39°C. This temperature is optimal for cleansing body skin, but it is not suitable for more delicate facial skin. When washing your face, the water should be no more than 35-36°C. Therefore, first wash your face with the gel, and then take a shower with it. Or vice versa, whichever is more convenient for you.
With regular use of the gel, you will notice that your skin will become cleaner, pores will narrow, and inflammation will stop. It will provide effective correction of post-acne marks and also strengthen skin immunity. Use regularly and live acne-free!
Whitening peeling for age spots
Chemical peels accelerate the appearance of normally colored cells on the surface of the skin, thus speeding up the process of getting rid of pigmentation.
Benefits of using peeling for pigmentation
- Accelerates cellular renewal and exfoliation
- Allows you to quickly remove pigment spots
- The correct composition suppresses excess activity of melanocytes (lightens problem areas of the skin)
The optimal way to solve several problems at the same time.
Which peeling to choose for age spots
The choice of peeling depends on the depth of the pigment spots.
There are 3 types of pigmentation depending on the depth of the pigment:
- Epidermal type or superficial
- Most common type
- The initial stage of pigmentation, during photoaging
- Distinctive features: located in the upper layers of the skin, has clear boundaries, is easier to correct
- Dermal type or deep
- Less common, associated with congenital disorders
- Has blurred borders and blue-black color
- Mixed type (epidermal-dermal)
- Second most common
- Often a continuation of the epidermal type, long-existing and difficult to correct spots
- Distinctive features: blurred boundaries of spots
Only knowing the depth of pigmentation can you choose the most effective peeling for age spots!
Reviews of cleansing gel for face and body with salicylic acid ARAVIA Laboratories
Svetlana M., review on ozon.ru :
“It’s economical in consumption and does its job perfectly. This is not the first product from this manufacturer. I also use a tonic from the same series. Wonderful care at an attractive price."
Tatiana L., review on ozon.ru :
“An excellent gel for washing problem skin! It doesn’t dry out, the skin is clean after it, it washes off the hydrophilic oil super well, which I use before the gel as the first stage of cleansing the skin in the evening. Afterwards I use an anti-acne tonic, it contains aloe, allantoin and much more. Together they produce good results.”
Anonymous, review on ozon.ru :
“I bought it for a young man with problematic oily skin. The complexion has become even, there is much less inflammation, the skin is smooth and pleasant, and the forehead is no longer oily.”
BeLove, review on otzovik.com :
“After washing with the cleansing gel, the skin feels comfortable. There is no feeling of tightness and does not dry out the skin. There is no feeling that you urgently need to run to moisturize your skin, like after regular washing. New inflammation and redness did not appear, but the blackheads actually became less visible and noticeable over a short period of using the gel. The skin began to look much better, it became well-groomed and smooth.”
@_beauty_by_veronika:
“This gel can be used both on the face and on other parts of the body (for example, the décolleté) where you have breakouts. The gel cleanses really well, tightens pores without drying out the skin. After it, a light healthy glow appears. I recommend it to people with any skin type."
