Everyone wants a fresh and radiant complexion and smooth, even skin. And a facial scrub can help in this wonderful way (of course, if applied correctly). A dozen years ago, a cosmetic product with a strange name "scrub" was a novelty. At that time, women could only use products with crushed apricot kernels of their own manufacture. Today, their selection is extensive and, moreover, suitable for any skin type.
The skin cells of the face are renewed almost every second: a new cell is born, develops, moves to the surface of the skin, dies there and settles on the surface of the skin in the form of scales. As they accumulate, the scales form a kind of "shell" on the skin, which can give it a gray tint. In addition, if there are a lot of scales, then the skin receives less oxygen. The life cycle of each cell from birth to death lasts about 4 weeks. We wash off a certain amount of dandruff from the skin with regular washing (cleansing), but not all products have an exfoliating effect.
Using a scrub
At the same time, frequent use of the scrub can lead to thinning of the protective layer of the skin and disruption of its water-salt balance due to the accelerated evaporation of moisture from its surface. The skin becomes drier and more susceptible to infections and irritation. Therefore, the scrub should be used wisely and depending on the skin type.
Dry skin is not subject to frequent scrubbing. This cleaning procedure should be used a maximum of once every two to three weeks, otherwise the skin will peel off. It is better to choose a delicate scrub with fine or dissolving particles that do not harm the skin. Scrubs with synthetic abrasives are also possible, as they do not have sharp edges.
The scrub is an active and effective care product, so its use has a number of limitations. Contraindications for the use of scrubs will be any skin diseases and too closely located vessels and vascular asterisks. Care is needed if the skin of the face is irritated, inflamed, has rashes and acne - in this case, the particles of the scrub will only worsen the problems. It is better to use peels with soft particles.
Facial scrubs are the most delicate of all, they have a more delicate texture, and for the body they are rougher.
The scrub, how it works
Scrub comes from the English Scrub - to rub, scrape, clean. Scrub is a cosmetic product for deep cleansing of the skin (peeling). It contains a softening base (emulsion, gel, cream or cosmetic clay) and abrasive small particles.
The softening base protects the skin from damage (scratches, microtrauma), and most often also contains anti-inflammatory components. Solid ambrosive particles can be natural (olive seeds, ground apricot seeds, coconut chips, salt, sugar) or synthetic (polyethylene balls).
With regular use, scrubs reduce the number of comedones (black spots on the skin) and prevent their appearance. They promote deep cleansing by removing dead skin cells from the upper layer of the skin, makeup residues, sweat products and impurities, which allows the skin to breathe better. Improves oxygen metabolism, blood circulation, skin appearance and complexion. The skin becomes smooth and tender. Scrubs also prepare the skin for the subsequent stages of care, improve the skin's ability to absorb the beneficial substances of moisturizing and nourishing masks, creams and lotions.
