Facial cleansing by a cosmetologist: types, how much the procedure costs

Any conversation about salon skin treatments should begin with a story about facial cleansing by a cosmetologist. This is the basic care that a professional cosmetologist will prescribe for you before any other procedure. Why is cleansing so important?

The reason is simple - it lies in the huge amount of external pollution. The skin accumulates dust and microparticles every day. She does not always have enough immunity to withstand the effects of city air, hand touches, and other daily potential dangers. Pores need quality cleansing.

Do not under any circumstances try to perform mechanical facial cleansing at home yourself! You can only get rid of part of the dirt, but most of it, filling the pores, will go into the deep layers of the dermis.

What to do if your homemade cleanser doesn’t always do the job? Cosmetologists emphasize that choosing homemade cosmetics is very difficult. A huge number of brands, products with thousands of active ingredients - how to understand what you need?

We often experiment, choosing cosmetics through trial and error. But every mistake will definitely affect your tone. Regular manual and ultrasonic facial cleansing in the salon will help cells maintain immunity and strength, and relieve them of deep impurities. Any of these types of exposure guarantees the result - fresh, clean, renewed skin.

Types of facial cleansing

Salon facial cleansing is represented by a wide variety of methods. A competent cosmetologist, taking into account your skin type and its condition, selects the optimal method that suits you.

Standard cosmetic procedures for skin cleansing by a cosmetologist are:

• Manual cleaning (manual and mechanical method).
• Ultrasonic peeling.
• Disincrustration (exposure to galvanic current).
• Dry cleaning.
• Hardware cleaning (vacuum method).
• Laser resurfacing.

All types of skin cleansing help get rid of acne, rosacea, blackheads, comedones and pimples. Depending on the severity of skin problems, a dermatologist at a cosmetology clinic recommends one or another method of facial care.

Efficiency

This type of hardware cleansing produces a multifaceted effect on the skin:

• eliminates foci of inflammation;
• regulates lymphatic drainage, thereby reducing swelling;
• activates blood supply to the upper layer of the skin, as a result, increases tone and improves complexion;
• helps remove sebaceous plugs and dead cells;
• accelerates epidermis renewal;
• increases the tone and elasticity of the skin;
• eliminates shallow wrinkles and small folds;
• softens and smoothes facial skin.

Choosing a cleansing procedure

Many people remember how in their youth they steamed their skin with a hot towel and then manually “squeezed out” blackheads and pimples...

Today everything looks much more aesthetically pleasing, but mechanical action on the skin of the face still remains one of the most effective methods of cleansing the skin.

• The master cleanses the skin of blackheads and pimples, both with his hands and with the help of certain tools.
• Before the procedure, the facial skin is steamed. The procedure itself lasts about 20 minutes, because it is during this period of time that the pores are open.
• First, the master will cleanse the skin by using a special strainer (sponge) to remove all dead cells and excess fat.
• Next, the cosmetologist proceeds directly to cleansing the pores. The most important thing is that everything is done with sterile instruments and exclusively with the help of special napkins.
• If more than 20 minutes have passed and the face has not yet been cleaned, then another hot compress is applied. Without this compress, the procedure will be painful and ineffective.
• After the skin cleansing process is completed, several masks are applied to the face in succession: first a disinfectant, then a vitamin one, and then a moisturizer.
• It is worth saying that this procedure leaves behind red marks, dots and marks that will be visible for 1-2 days after the procedure, so you should not do it on the eve of an important event.
• Also, after the procedure, you should not wash your face for 12 hours, and for the next 3 days it is better to refrain from sunbathing and using chemical cosmetics.
• The cost of this procedure is 1000-2000 rubles.

Peeling is an excellent option for girls who want to simultaneously cleanse their skin, attend a massage and lift their spirits, because the procedure combines all this at once.

Peeling is a gentle and gentle way to cleanse the skin of annoying blackheads, and also make it smoother, shiny and silky.

So, what types of peels are there, and who are they suitable for?

• Mechanical peeling (brossage). This peeling is performed using a special brush with a rotating head. For brossage, scrubs with microscopic crumbs of fruit seeds, coffee or nuts are specially selected. After steaming the skin, a 10-minute procedure. Mechanical peeling gets rid of all unevenness and can even remove scars, if such a task arises. The procedure lasts from 20 to 60 minutes. Cost: 500-1500 rubles
• Chemical peeling. Chemical peeling is distinguished between medium, deep and superficial. Pre-cleaned skin is wiped with special solutions containing various acids. Chemical peeling is more suitable not for cleansing the skin of impurities, but for getting rid of small scars, scars and everything else that spoils the even skin tone. The procedure takes from 30 minutes to an hour. Cost: 1500-3000 rubles.
• Fruit peeling. This type of peeling is the safest and most enjoyable, as the skin recovers quickly after the procedure. Natural fruit acids are used for cleansing. Wine, milk, glycolic, apple and lemon peels are popular. It should be said that this peeling has a very strong rejuvenating effect. The procedure lasts about 20-25 minutes. Cost: 1500-2000 rubles.
• Diamond peeling. This procedure is new in modern salons, but it is already very popular. During the procedure, the skin undergoes a polishing process using diamond dust. Cells are renewed, but the skin itself is not damaged. The procedure lasts from 40 minutes to 1.5 hours. Cost: 1500-3000 rubles.

It should be noted that any type of peeling is contraindicated during pregnancy or lactation, herpes, allergies to peeling components, as well as open wounds and exacerbation of acne!

If there are benign or malignant formations, warts or moles, then peeling should also be avoided.

You can also clean your skin at home, but the effect will not be as obvious. In addition, side effects (irritation and peeling of the skin) may occur.

It is beneficial to clean the epidermis in the salon for the following reasons:

• a wider selection of methods for steaming the skin (mini-saunas, herbal steam baths, paraffin wraps, vaporizer, masks),
• sterility of all procedures (disinfection of instruments),
• atraumaticity of manipulations,
• high degree of cleaning of pores from sebaceous secretions,
• lasting cosmetic effect,
• painlessness of the procedure,
• cosmetic care using special products (depending on skin type).

Which procedure should you choose if you have skin problems? What is better for acne: mechanical or ultrasonic cleaning?

Mechanical cleaning (manual, manual)

The manual method of removing the contents of pores and pustular inflammation is a traumatic and painful method. But it helps to get rid of acne reliably.

To do this, a cosmetologist wearing gloves removes the contents of each rash and manually treats areas of the skin with special tools (brushes, spatulas, a spoon with a recess for removing blackheads).

This method is suitable for very tight, dense and oily skin, with deep plugs. For this type of epidermis, mechanical cleaning is the best way.

Ultrasonic blackhead removal

The manipulation is carried out using an ultrasonic device. The mechanism of the procedure is the intense impact of high-frequency currents on the skin. With this method, the contents of the exocrine glands are drawn out onto the surface of the epidermis, plugs are dissolved and the complexion is significantly improved.

The advantages of the ultrasonic method are:

• painlessness,
• atraumatic,
• safety,
• thorough cleansing of the stratum corneum,
• massage effect,
• improving blood supply to tissues,
• lymphatic drainage,
• quick result,
• no side effects.

The influence of currents has a stimulating effect on the regeneration of the epidermis and dermal layers. To urgently improve your appearance before a significant event, ultrasonic skin cleansing is the best option.

Chemical peeling

The procedure is based on the action of high concentration fruit acids on the upper layer of the epidermis. There are several types of dry cleaning (light, medium and deep peeling). The choice of a specific modification of a cosmetic procedure depends on the severity of skin problems.

The advantages of this method are:

• normalization of the activity of the sebaceous glands,
• acceleration of metabolic processes in the dermis,
• safety,
• painlessness,
• versatility,
• minimum side effects.

This method is not recommended for dry and sensitive skin. It is better to carry out ultrasonic skin cleansing.

Galvanic cleaning

This method is based on the use of alkaline solutions (sodium acid salts, salicylates, bicarbonates). Under the influence of electric current, the alkaline solution penetrates deeply into the dermis, dissolves the sebaceous secretion and brings it to the surface.

The method is completely safe, highly effective, but is not suitable for women with dry, allergy-prone skin.

Video about facial cleansing

There is no clear answer about which method of cleansing the skin on the face is the best. The cosmetic method of improving facial skin is selected individually, taking into account the severity of dermatological problems and oily skin.

How it works

The procedure is carried out using a device with an attachment in the form of a special tube. Negative pressure is created in it, under the influence of which the skin is attracted, and all impurities and sebaceous plugs are drawn out of it. To facilitate this process, the face is first steamed, which helps open the pores and soften their contents. The procedure helps to effectively cleanse the skin, eliminate comedones, acne, and excess sebum. In addition, under the influence of vacuum, blood and lymph circulation are activated, which results in improved trophism of the skin, increased elasticity, rejuvenation, accelerated regeneration and tissue renewal.

Indications for facial cleansing

The main indications for the facial cleansing procedure are the presence of:

• comedones (“blackheads”),
• enlarged pores,
• acne, acne,
• clogged pores,
• unhealthy color and decreased skin tone.

The main contraindications to the facial cleansing procedure are:

• purulent skin diseases,
• herpes,
• dermatitis,
• eczema,
• diabetes,
• epilepsy,
• asthma.

Skin care and recovery

How to care for your skin at home after the session is completed? It all depends on the type of procedure. Gas-liquid and ultrasonic facial peeling are gentle methods that do not require restorative measures. The rehabilitation period after a laser cleaning session can last up to three weeks, but the benefits are most noticeable.

On the first day after a laser peeling session, painkillers may be required. Over time, the skin will darken and may become crusty, which will later fall off. Then severe peeling will appear.

Special preparations for wound healing, protective antibacterial films and collagen coatings, which should be advised by a cosmetologist, will help speed up the recovery process.

There are also a number of rules that must be followed:

• do not peel off the crusts that have formed, they should come off on their own;
• do not expose the skin to cold;
• use sunscreen regardless of the season, even in winter;
• do not use cosmetics until the skin has healed completely;
• For the first 7 days after the procedure, avoid physical activity, do not visit the sauna or other places with high temperature and humidity.

Ladies with aging skin may require additional procedures, such as biorevitalization, so that the face can recover better after laser peeling.

Some skin problems requiring restorative procedures may also arise after other types of peeling. For example, peeling or dehydration. You should consult with a cosmetologist about what complications can be expected after the session and how to care for your skin. Care products recommended by your doctor should not be rubbed aggressively; they should be applied to the face with light movements.

There are special moisturizing creams after peeling that eliminate flaking and an unpleasant feeling of tightness and help avoid the appearance of post-peeling scars.

Products based on panthenol and retinol help accelerate skin regeneration. These drugs are contained in peeling creams, but they can be purchased separately at the pharmacy - their price is noticeably lower there.

Facial cleansing: prices

Of course, prices for facial cleansing range widely, depending on the method used. Today, any cosmetology center or beauty salon can offer its clients an acceptable facial cleansing procedure according to their taste and capabilities.

In general, skin cleansing can be called an ordinary salon procedure, so the prices for facial cleansing, even for the most innovative hardware items, are quite affordable. In addition, the cost of the procedure may depend on the level of qualifications of specialists and the duration of the course.

• the cost of the procedure starts in Moscow from 1000 rubles,
• The cost of the procedure starts in St. Petersburg from 800 rubles.

Facial skin cleansing is a procedure that helps prolong its youth, improve its appearance and get rid of pronounced cosmetic imperfections. It is very important not to make a mistake when choosing a salon and find your own cosmetologist. And in order to avoid unpleasant consequences, before you go for facial cleansing, consult with an experienced dermatologist who will recommend the optimal and suitable method for you.

Advantages

• Like other types of hardware facial cleansing, the vacuum procedure is painless and low-traumatic, which means it does not lead to the development of side effects or serious complications.

Hardware cleaning does not cause injury to the skin

• An important advantage of vacuum cleaning is its high efficiency. You can verify this by comparing photographs taken before and after the session.
• The likelihood of skin infection is minimal.
• Using a vacuum, it is possible to remove dirt and sebaceous plugs even in hard-to-reach areas (the wings of the nose, in the ear area).
• During the session, an additional massaging and toning effect is achieved, the renewal of the epidermal layer is stimulated, due to which the skin rejuvenates.
• The almost complete absence of trauma to the skin allows the procedure to be carried out quite often.
• No anesthesia required.
• The result appears almost immediately after the procedure.
• Unlike a number of hardware cosmetology techniques for the face, vacuum cleaning can be done at home. To do this, you need to purchase a device intended for independent use and master simple rules.
• Prices for the procedure are considered quite affordable compared to other anti-aging techniques.
• The vacuum is also suitable for cleansing the skin of the neck, décolleté, and back.

Facial cleansing: reviews

Facial cleansing is such a familiar procedure for most modern people that there is no doubt about its necessity. Reviews about facial cleansing mainly relate to a specific method or to the specialists performing it. As for new hardware methods of skin cleansing, in general, the procedures delight and surprise patients with their painlessness and lack of unpleasant consequences.

Positive reviews about facial cleansing indicate once again that clean and healthy skin changes not only the appearance, but also the quality of life in general.

Possible complications

Due to its delicate effect, cleaning rarely leads to undesirable consequences. They are mainly the result of violating the rules or ignoring contraindications.

Slight skin irritation may occur after cleaning

• Bruises and bruises appear when the blood vessels become fragile or when there is a spider vein on the face. The formation of hematomas is also possible with prolonged treatment of one area or too much pressure on the face.
• Skin irritation and tissue swelling also develop with prolonged or repeated treatment of one area.

Some clients are afraid that applying a vacuum to their face can lead to stretching and sagging of the skin. Such fears are unfounded: the procedure, on the contrary, produces a lymphatic drainage and lifting effect, helps improve skin turgor and increase its elasticity.

Mechanical

The procedure does not require the use of chemicals. Technique:

1. Steaming the client's skin with a special compress.
2. Removing pimples and blackheads. To do this, the master uses a special scraper that removes excess fat and other contaminants. The procedure must be performed promptly so that the pores do not have time to close. The whole process takes a cosmetologist 20 minutes.
3. Using sterile equipment and wipes, the pores are cleaned.
4. The use of different masks by a cosmetologist. Disinfectants and moisturizers are used. One such procedure takes about 20 minutes.

Your face will be covered in redness for some time, so it is better to go to the salon a few days before an important event. After the procedure, you should not visit the solarium, touch your face or wash it. The whole procedure will take an hour of your time.