They say that you can tell a woman's true age by looking at her neck and arms. Hand care is not a luxury; it does not require spending a lot of time, money and effort. If earlier women, after a hard day of physical labor, had to devote a lot of effort to this issue, creating products based on herbs and berries, today it is enough to simply purchase a suitable cream and use it in certain situations. The range of developed creams is large: moisturizing, protective, softening, with an exfoliating effect, etc. First of all, you should think about purchasing a tube with a protective composition, so that aggressive environmental conditions do not have a negative effect on the skin.
What is hydrophilic protective hand cream
In order to understand the characteristics of cosmetics, you need to familiarize yourself with the meaning of the term. From Greek, “hydro” is translated as “water”, and “phil” is translated as “to love”. Hydrophilic cream is used in those areas where the delicate skin of the hands needs the greatest protection. The most severe damage occurs when interacting with chemicals or active mechanical action. The product helps protect the upper layer of the epidermis from the negative effects of cold air. To summarize, we can say that this cosmetic product does not just restore damaged areas. It protects the skin in places where conventional skin care products are ineffective.
The use of hydrophilic cosmetics is recommended for people who regularly come into contact with:
- oil (water-insoluble) components;
- varnishes, adhesives, paints, solvents;
- oil and products obtained from its processing;
- technical oils;
- earth;
- cleaning powder.
Information that the chemical contains water is on the packaging of the drug.
Important information! Hydrophilic cream helps protect the skin when working in a factory. For example, if a person works in a textile workshop, the product will prevent the negative impact of industrial dust on the skin.
Should you avoid silicones in your composition?
In the modern world, the harm of silicones in cosmetics is greatly exaggerated - and this is a fact. Cosmetics manufacturers usually do not use high concentrations of silicones in their composition.
But if you still want to avoid the presence of silicones in cosmetic products, you can choose products with alternative components. For example, wax is added to decorative cosmetics, and keratin and silk proteins are added to hair products; these products are completely safe.
As you can see, there is no need to avoid silicones, just do not overuse cosmetics containing them.
Advantages and disadvantages of hydrophilic hand cream
All cosmetic products can have a positive effect on the skin if you follow the main rule - they must be used for their intended purpose and in accordance with the instructions. Hydrophilic cream was no exception. It gives the skin of your hands real care, improves its condition and appearance.
Cosmetologists have identified a number of advantages of this product. These include the following indicators:
- Hydrophilic creams do more than just protect the skin from harmful effects. They also have a certain moisturizing effect.
- There is no discomfort from the film that appears after application. It is not sticky or greasy and does not interfere with your work.
- The product is quickly absorbed into the skin. It does not leave greasy marks on clothes.
- The cream has a pleasant texture. It is neither too runny nor too dense at the same time. The product will not spread over your hands, but it is easily distributed over the skin.
How to use silicone cream: instructions
Using silicone cream is very simple; manufacturers recommend applying a thin layer of it to the skin of your hands before starting any work, and when finished, wash your hands thoroughly with soap. During operation, the product is partially absorbed and erased, so during long-term work it is better to repeat application several times. Be careful - hands with this coating become more slippery, and you need to take this into account when in contact with water and fragile objects.
It is advisable to use silicone cream daily, on an ongoing basis - this is the only way to maintain the health of the skin.
What are the differences from hydrophobic cream?
These 2 products are designed to protect your hands from the harmful effects of chemicals. Users often confuse them and believe that they perform the same functions. It's a delusion. Experienced cosmetologists say that hydrophilic and hydrophobic creams have many differences. They should be used based on different skin needs.
Hydrophilic cream dissolves in water, while hydrophobic cream, on the contrary, repels it. The second option turns out to be very useful in cases where the negative influence of water-soluble substances occurs. These include cement, fertilizers, lime, cleaning and disinfection products. Rubber gloves enhance the results of hydrophobic creams. A greenhouse effect is created. In the case of hydrophilic products, gloves only get in the way. Because of them, the cream loses its beneficial properties.
Reference. Today, combined products are often found in stores. They combine hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties. Of course, this is very convenient. A person does not need to decide what exactly is best for him to put on his hands before doing harmful work. However, many customers claim that combined cosmetics have a less pronounced protective effect.
Hydrophilic cream is a good product that helps protect the skin in areas where the environment is particularly harsh on it. In order for the product to really save your hands from irritation, and not become a waste of money, you must use it only for its intended purpose and instructions. When used correctly and wisely, hydrophilic cream is an indispensable assistant that maintains the softness and beautiful appearance of the skin of your hands.
Reviews
Olga: I constantly use silicone cream when working around the house! I buy whatever is available at the pharmacy. I don’t pay much attention to the manufacturer; it seems to me that they are all the same, simple, but very useful and effective.
Alina: I got married not so long ago and all the household responsibilities fell on me - and then I encountered the problem of dry hands due to water and cleaning products. I use regular moisturizing creams, but their effect lasts until the first contact with water. Tomorrow I’ll buy silicone cream!
Inga: Oh, I remember this polka dot design from the days of the Soviet Union. I buy freedom cream and use it every day.
What hydrophilic creams can you buy?
Now stores sell hydrophilic protective creams from various manufacturers. Let's look at the most common ones:
Hydrophilic cream "Barrier"
Contains St. John's wort extract. Tube volume 100 mm.
Directions for use: Apply the required amount of cream to clean, dry skin of exposed areas of the body. Use before starting work and after each hand washing.
Protective cream "Ellen"
The protective cream consists of natural raw materials with the addition of a complex of soft emulsifiers. Inorganic adsorbents in the product contribute to the formation of a protective, breathable layer on the surface of the skin, which reliably protects hands from the influence of water-insoluble chemical compounds. Volume - 100 ml. PH7.
Servolin cream
Volume 200 ml. Brand Armakon. The composition includes components that care for the skin (vitamin E, keratin, allantoin). Hypoallergenic: the risk of allergic reactions is minimized. Clinically confirmed. Does not contain dyes, silicones, parabens, formaldehyde derivatives.
Armakon® Protecto Longis Complex forms a high-strength, gas-permeable protective barrier that prevents water-insoluble substances from penetrating the skin surface and reduces the adhesion of pollutants to the skin.
Protective cream “Eco Line”
The cream provides effective skin protection by forming a stable protective layer that allows natural gas exchange to be maintained and is completely invisible on the surface of the skin.
Ingredients: Aqua, Helianthus Annus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-6 & Stearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Kaolin, Beeswax, Propylen Glycol, Ceteareth-25, Glyceryl Stearate, Allantoin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Citric Acid, Triethanolamine, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzisothiazolinone, BHT. Does not contain silicone! Product consumption is 0.5 – 1 ml per application.
Prices for hydrophilic creams start from 36 rubles per 100 ml tube.
Benefits for hands
Before the advent of silicone cream, a popular hand skin care product was the use of various cosmetic oils.
Of course, natural substances provide excellent nutrition and hydration for the hands, but this method is more preventative than protective, and their effect does not last so long.
But the cream, the main component of which is silicone, in combination with glycerin, provides a more serious effect on the skin.
Silicone actively penetrates into the deeper layers of the dermis, maintaining the moisture balance in it and leaving this effect for a long time. The film that forms when applying the cream is not washed off and does not mix with water.
Advice ! Probably the only disadvantage of this cream: the product makes your hands slippery, so when working with fragile things, we recommend using rubber gloves.
How do these products work?
Almost every modern woman has to not only go to work, but also take care of the house. The list of daily duties usually includes cleaning the apartment, washing dishes, and sometimes working in the garden. While performing these simple actions, women's hands have to come into contact with cleaning chemicals and hard water. All this affects the condition of the skin. It becomes more tight and dry, and sometimes even begins to crack. To avoid such problems, it is recommended to use silicone hand cream, which neutralizes such aggressive effects.
When applying this cosmetics, a thin film appears on the surface of the skin, repelling excess moisture and preventing the loss of water already present. The systematic use of such tools contributes to:
- rapid restoration of skin barrier function;
- creating effective protection against the influence of pigment smears, saline solutions and water;
- improving the general condition of the skin (they become smoother and more pleasant to the touch).
In addition, such cosmetics have good antiseptic properties. It is important to understand that not a single silicone hand cream can protect you from such strong reagents as acids or alkalis. When working with such substances, be sure to wear gloves.
Homemade silicone cream recipe
If you wish, you can make your own silicone cream at home, which will be no worse than the popular ones. To make it you need to take the following components:
- phenoxyetinol (0.8 g);
- sage hydrolate (71 g);
- D-panthenol (3g);
- emulsifier Planta M 3 (3 g);
- beeswax (7 g);
- cocoa butter (5 g);
- dimethicone (5 g);
- sweet almond oil (5 g).
- To prepare the cream, combine wax, oils, emulsifier and dimethicone, then place the resulting mixture in a water bath. The composition must be heated until the wax and Planta M are completely dissolved.
- In parallel with the preparation of this mixture, it is necessary to heat the sage hydrosol in another container. In this case, a small amount of it must be brought to dissolution of D-panthenol.
- Having achieved the dissolution of all solid components, the composition must be poured into the heated hydrosol, then mix the resulting mixture using a mini-mixer.
- It is necessary to beat it until a stable, homogeneous emulsion is obtained, then switch the mixer to a lower speed and add a preservative (phenoxyethinol).
- When the cream has cooled to approximately 40 degrees, place D-pantelol hydrolate in it, which must first be diluted in a small amount of water. After this, mix the resulting product with a mixer for a few seconds.
- It is worth preparing containers for the product in advance. To do this, the jars must first be wiped with an alcohol solution.
The finished product should be shiny, smooth, slightly fluid and snow-white in color. It does not leave a feeling of stickiness and heaviness, but, on the contrary, is quickly absorbed, creating a reliable protective film and providing a nourishing effect.
Silicone cream is a reliable hand skin protector. Its use allows you to preserve your beauty and youth, and cope with the negative effects of various aggressive substances that a person comes into contact with very often.
