Peeling for dry skin: important tips and valuable recipes

There is an opinion that dry sensitive skin does not need facial peeling because it automatically exfoliates dead epidermal cells. This is a dangerous misconception .

Contrary to popular myth, those with dry epidermis get clogged pores just as quickly as those with oily skin. Therefore, they need peeling no less, confirms Moscow dermatologist Irina Epifanova.

On the contrary: since people with dry skin produce less sebum, their barrier functions are reduced. But a simple moisturizer is powerless here: it cannot penetrate through the “cemeteries” of dead cells, while a scrub provokes irritation.

That is why it is worth taking a closer look at peeling, which can be done for dry skin not only in the salon, but also at home. However, it is worth considering that errors in the procedure can provoke premature aging, allergies, redness and age spots.

Features of dry skin

While dry skin is young, it looks great. The surface is delicate, soft, does not shine, and is not susceptible to the formation of inflammatory formations. However, over the years, the condition of the skin worsens. Moreover, the aging process can proceed intensively in case of improper or absent care. The face becomes sluggish, wrinkled, flabby.

The appearance of problems is due to the fact that over the years, the synthesis of secretions by the sebaceous glands is reduced. The protective layer on the surface of the skin becomes thinner. Negative external factors begin to more intensely affect epidermal tissues. They quickly lose moisture, acquire a loose structure, peel, and become deformed.

To slow down the aging process and saturate the skin with moisture and nutrients, peelings with a special composition are used:

• soft abrasives;
• nutrients;
• acids necessary to remove the outer epidermal layer.

How to maintain the effect?

To maintain the effect of clean and radiant skin, as well as to quickly restore its functions, it is necessary to provide it with additional hydration and care.

• The first day after peeling, it is recommended to use products in the form of foams or gels.
  They are able to absorb faster and are preferable for damaged skin.

  It is better to give priority to restorative, anti-inflammatory drugs. After a week, you can switch to a restoring and regenerating cream.

• The use of decorative cosmetics is kept to a minimum, as is the touch of hands.
• You should not try to nourish the skin as much as possible by applying masks or using fatty creams. This will only make the situation worse, accelerating the clogging of pores and cutting off the access of oxygen.
• The first days after the procedure you should not go to the solarium, sunbathe or take a steam bath.

The best peeling for dry skin and ingredients for it

When choosing which peeling is best for dry skin, take into account the benefits of complex effects. It is desirable that the chosen agent has the following effect:

1. Moisturizing. Dry skin often becomes tight and flaky. In this case, peeling is used after washing or removing makeup. The cleansed surface of the epidermis is filled with moisture, and the feeling of tightness disappears. Moisturizers are best used before the hot season.
2. Cleansing. Peeling must certainly include abrasives that help to gently and delicately remove external dead tissue and dirt accumulation on the surface.
3. Grinding. This peeling is used for peeling skin or excess pigmentation.

Dry skin is sensitive, prone to irritation with intense exposure. Therefore, soft, non-aggressive formulations are prepared for application to the face. There are many products suitable for preparing peeling for dry skin at home:

1. Berries. Based on them, a delicate acid peeling is prepared to soften the surface of the epidermis.
2. Fruits are a source of vitamins to saturate epidermal tissues.
3. Vegetables. They provide skin tissue with useful substances, accelerate regenerative processes, and normalize water-salt balance.
4. Fermented milk products. They contain lactic acid, which has a mild exfoliating effect.
5. Honey is an ingredient that has a variety of positive effects. It restores skin tissue, cleanses, and acts as an antiseptic.
6. Brown sugar is not only a good abrasive, but also a source of glycolic acid, which speeds up cleansing.
7. Clay. Green and blue are suitable for dry and sensitive skin.
8. Abrasive ingredients – coffee grounds, crushed rice, oatmeal, semolina.

Advantages

The main advantage of dry peeling is that you do not need to hydrate your skin. Thanks to the dry surface of the skin, a soft brush easily removes all dead cells.

In addition, dry peeling intensively stimulates skin regeneration, has a polishing effect, and adds shine. The procedure increases blood flow, accelerating blood circulation, which promotes the rapid elimination of toxins. Dry brushing has a calming effect and is recommended for people suffering from insomnia. It opens the pores, giving cells the opportunity to breathe and absorb nutrients. A soft brush can smooth out fine wrinkles and stretch marks, as well as remove pigmentation.

Fruit facial peeling – types, effects and stages

Store-bought peelings for home use

It’s not always possible to use traditional recipes; they take time to prepare. Busy women can use ready-made medications sold in stores. It is advisable to buy products without harsh abrasives, based on cream, soft granular particles, or in the form of a roller.

The best option is a product based on wax granules, which effectively and gently cleanses the surface of the skin.

The most popular and effective peelings for dry and flaky skin:

1. Akademie cleansing milk from a French manufacturer. Suitable for daily use. Based on jojoba oil, aloe and apple extract.
2. Cream with peeling effect Algologie from another French manufacturer. Perfectly eliminates dryness and flaking. Contains shea butter, aloe extracts, chamomile flowers, cornflower and calendula.
3. Rolling cream from the popular Israeli company GIGI. Suitable for weekly use. Active ingredients: stearic acid, jojoba oil, borage oil, primrose oil.
4. Peeling from the Israeli manufacturer Anna Lotan for dry aging skin. Based on tocopherol, sea buckthorn oil, algae and oat extracts, the abrasive is crushed wheat grain.
5. Gentle peeling from the Russian company Natura Siberica. Contains an extract of Siberian and Far Eastern medicinal plants, tocopherol.
6. Cream with peeling effect from the Austrian company Spiller. Cleans intensively, so apply once a month. Based on jojoba oil. Intended for the care of dry aging skin.
7. German Janssen soft peeling, suitable for dry and combination skin. The abrasive is granulated jojoba wax.

What to do before peeling begins

Any cosmetic procedure must be performed correctly, taking into account the sequence of actions aimed at preliminary preparation and skin care to obtain maximum results and prevent negative consequences.

Before applying such products, it is best to treat dry skin with heavy cream, olive oil, nourishing cream and any other composition based on natural lipids.

After peeling, you should wash thoroughly using warm water without soap (preferably boiled) and apply a thin layer of a suitable caring cream.

Contraindications

Do not peel at home if you have:

• severe inflammation of the skin, furunculosis;
• herpetic rashes;
• tendency to food or drug allergies;
• high sensitivity of the skin;
• open wounds and scratches;
• malignant neoplasms at the treatment site;
• rosacea;
• chronic dermatological pathologies.

Also, you should not peel too often during pregnancy and lactation.

How to choose a brush

The quality and effectiveness of the procedure directly depends on the choice of tool for dry peeling. Cosmetic stores offer a large selection: washcloths, brushes with and without handles, round, oval, double-sided, etc.

The main thing is stubble. It should be soft and in no case injure the skin. If you are doing dry peeling for the first time, then you should give preference to brushes with natural bristles. It is softer and does not cause irritation. Most often it is boar wool or plant fibers. Brushes with synthetic bristles are a little stiffer. Each of them must be selected individually, so it is better to try it in practice right before purchasing.

If you don’t have a suitable brush on hand, it doesn’t matter. You can resort to using a soft washcloth, a dry towel or mittens made of natural wool, the main thing is to check that the tool does not irritate the skin.

Review of funds.

Acid peeling containing AHA acid - Aqua Peel Dermaheal. The anti-aging, restorative effect is provided by a unique composition of glycolic acid, panthenol and peptides.

Contains.

Glycolic acid - evens out skin texture, eliminates wrinkles, and brightens.

Panthenol - improves metabolism, has moisturizing and regenerating properties, reduces inflammation.

Peptides - have an anti-age effect.

Mechanical peeling - Cream-scrub for all skin types Arcadia. Gentle, mechanical exfoliation using delicate polymer abrasives. The soothing, moisturizing effect is provided by a unique composition of oil, plant extracts, glycerin and wheat proteins.

Contains.

Inert polyethylene particles for delicate action.

Soybean oil - nourishes, restores the lipid barrier, moisturizes and softens the skin, and has a regenerating effect.

Glycerin - creates a film on the surface of the skin that attracts moisture, and then conducts it into the deeper layers of the skin.

Horse chestnut extract - strengthens blood vessels, has an anti-edematous effect, improves metabolic processes, and has an antioxidant effect.

Wheat proteins - promote the synthesis of extracellular matrix components, increase skin elasticity and turgor, even out microrelief, promote hydration, and have an antioxidant effect.

Enzyme-mechanical peeling - Peeling for normal and dry skin, enzyme-mechanical Kosmoteros. Cleanses pores, reduces the number of clogged pores, moisturizes and softens the skin.

Contains.

Inert polyethylene particles for delicate action.

Papain, Bromelain - as an additional effect on dead skin cells to exfoliate them.

Almond oil – softens, moisturizes, nourishes.

The product is used to care for normal or sensitive skin; it has a delicate effect, since polyethylene particles are used as abrasives. For better exfoliation, the composition includes pineapple and papaya enzymes, which are more gentle than acids.

Mechanical peeling with nanostructure - Delicate peeling Revolution studio. Contains Pantenol Shuttle nanostructure, moisturizes, improves metabolism, soothes.

Contains.

Inert polyethylene particles for delicate action.

The nano-structure of Pantenol-Shuttle stimulates regeneration, thereby enhancing the effect of exfoliation.

Extracts: linden, leuzea, chamomile - soothe and nourish the skin.

The delicate effect is ensured by particles of inert polyethylene and the softening effect of extracts. Natural restoration is facilitated by the use of panthenol during exfoliation using encapsulation technology.

Mechanical peeling with salicylic acid - Gommage peeling with BHA Revolution studio. Scrub with antiseptic anti-inflammatory properties. Recommended for oily and combination skin.

Contains.

Inert polyethylene particles for delicate action.

Fito-Shuttle nano-structure – has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

Salicylic acid - reduces sebum secretion, has an anti-inflammatory effect, cleans pores.

Symclariol complex is a humectant with antimicrobial action.

This peeling illustrates the universal approach to the use of modern cosmetics. In addition to the exfoliation and rejuvenation effect, peeling normalizes sebum secretion, promotes treatment and prevention of acne, and also moisturizes.

Benefit

Dry peeling differs from other types of cleansing in that it is carried out on the dry surface of the facial skin. And this is an important advantage, because this is the best way to exfoliate the upper layer of the dermis.

Here are some more of its beneficial properties:

• stimulates the regeneration of the epidermis;
• has a polishing effect and adds shine;
• increases blood flow, accelerates blood circulation, and therefore promotes the rapid elimination of toxins;
• has a calming effect;
• helps fight insomnia;
• opens pores, allows dermal cells to breathe easier and, accordingly, absorb nutrients faster;
• evens out fine wrinkles and stretch marks, removes pigmentation and brightens.

When is dry peeling not recommended?

Dry peeling can be done on the face with any skin type, if the brush is selected correctly, and appropriate cosmetics are used after cleansing. But there are also contraindications:

• hypersensitive skin;
• open wounds, abrasions, burns;
• dermatological diseases (acne, eczema, etc.).

Before starting the procedure, it is better to consult a specialist. He will determine whether you can use this type of peeling and give appropriate recommendations.

The use of peelings: pros and cons

Let's take a closer look at the skin renewal process, dividing its pros and cons.

Positive effects of peelings

associated with effects at the level of the epidermis and dermis:

1. Chemical acids stimulate the division of keratinocytes, enhance the synthesis of signaling molecules; the epidermis becomes denser, elastic and homogeneous.
2. The growth of new blood vessels begins, which are necessary for the delivery of building materials, cellular elements, and the removal of metabolites to the area of ​​restoration work.
3. Under the influence of growth factors, fibroblasts are activated, which begin to build a collagen framework. This framework facilitates the movement of keratinocytes that restore the epidermis.

This process leads to smoothing of the skin, increasing its firmness and elasticity.

However, it is important to remember the side effects of chemical peels.

that arise due to non-compliance with post-peeling care or an incorrectly selected procedure:

1. Keratinocytes (the main cells of the epidermis - the surface layer of the skin), experiencing stress, release substances that stimulate the process of melanin formation, which can ultimately trigger the appearance of hyperpigmentation.
2. The occurrence of persistent hyperemia (redness).
3. Exacerbation of a dermatological disease (most often in their practice, cosmetologists encounter an exacerbation of herpes infection).
4. Scars (most often occur after medium peels; it is for this reason that these techniques can only be performed by certified specialists).

The history of chemical peeling goes back more than 3,000 years; back in the day, milk fermentation products (lactic acid) were used by Egyptians to lighten their faces. In the 1980s, after studying the effects of trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and phenol on the skin, the first chemical peel procedure was performed in the United States. In Russia, the procedure appeared relatively recently - in the late 90s, but today it is one of the most popular, carried out in a cosmetology office.

Recipes

All women have ingredients in their refrigerator that are perfect for cosmetic care of their appearance. All you have to do is set aside half an hour of precious time and allow yourself to relax under the influence of the prepared product.

For oily skin

This type has many problems , such as excessive work of the sebaceous glands, clogged pores, and, as a result, multiple imperfections in the form of pimples and acne. Therefore, it is worth peeling 3 times a week to normalize the functioning of the skin.

Effective ingredients:

1. Soda. Take a tablespoon of sour cream and add half a teaspoon of soda. Mix and apply the resulting mixture for 10 minutes.
2. Sugar. Squeeze a little lemon juice, add aloe juice and a teaspoon of sugar. Mix the product and apply it to the face using a cotton pad. Rub this mixture in with massaging movements.
3. Based on clay and almonds. Grind the almonds in a coffee grinder and dilute the white clay with water. Mix these 2 ingredients and apply to the face and neck for 15 minutes.

For dry skin

This type is characterized by a strong tendency to form peeling and cracking , especially in winter. Therefore, peeling in this case is recommended to be carried out no more than once every 10 days.

Effective ingredients:

1. Oat. Take 2 tablespoons of oatmeal, put them in a container and fill with milk. The resulting mixture should sit for half an hour before use. This mask can be applied for 20 minutes.
2. Fruit. You can use any of your favorite fruits. You should wash, peel and grind them, obtaining the consistency of puree. Next, apply it to the face area and leave for 15 minutes.
3. Strawberry-apple version. Let's transform a few strawberries and half an apple into a puree. This mixture can cause a tingling sensation, so you should hold it for no more than five minutes.
4. Citric. This option is great as a chemical procedure. A cotton swab is moistened with lemon juice, then the necessary areas of the face are wiped with this disk. Afterwards, apply moisturizer.

All owners of dry skin type should focus on using products that contain fruit acids. They have an excellent scrubbing effect, while being gentle on delicate skin.

For normal skin

Representatives of this type can boast of the absence of any skin problems and do not allow themselves to visit a cosmetologist often. And yet, even they should pay due attention to their appearance to avoid the appearance of premature wrinkles. You can perform scrubbing procedures 3 times every 10 days.

Effective ingredients:

1. Orange. Take the orange peel and grind it using a coffee grinder. Then mix the resulting powder with oatmeal ground in the same way and pour it all with olive oil. Use a tablespoon of oatmeal with orange and 2 teaspoons of oil.
2. Coke. It is necessary to purchase coconut pulp in advance. Mix a tablespoon of pulp with a teaspoon of sugar. Add a tablespoon of sour cream to the resulting mixture. Apply the mask for 10 minutes, massaging your face in circular movements.

For combination skin

This type of skin tends to combine the characteristics of several types. On the forehead and nose it is usually oily, but on the cheeks it can be either normal or quite dry.

Therefore, it is not always possible to correctly combine care for this type in order to have the most positive effect. You can use various masks with exfoliating properties every other day.

Effective ingredients:

1. Rice. Take a tablespoon of rice flour, add a teaspoon of salt to it and dissolve it all in freshly squeezed orange juice. The resulting mixture must be kept for 10 minutes.
2. Grape. We peel several grapes from the seeds and mash them well until they become pulpy. Grind the grape seeds to flour. Mix the ingredients and add a tablespoon of yogurt. This scrub can be kept on your face for 10-15 minutes.

For problem skin

Manipulations associated with the use of scrubs should be carried out carefully, because there is a possibility of inflammation of the most vulnerable areas of the face. Procedures can be performed once every 10 days.

Effective ingredients:

1. Pomegranate. Using a blender, grind a few tablespoons of pomegranate seeds and a little almonds with the addition of a tablespoon of lemon juice. The mask is applied with massaging movements for 10 minutes.
2. Egg white based option. To do this, take 2 teaspoons of salt and mix with a tablespoon of protein. This scrub is applied in several layers and washed off after 10 minutes.

For aging skin

Effective ingredients:

1. Strawberry, using essential oils. Mix 1 tablespoon of cream with the pulp of several strawberries. Add essential oils of lavender and lemon to the resulting mixture and use it as a scrub.
2. Banana. Mix banana pulp with a tablespoon of honey and add 2 tablespoons of oatmeal. Leave the resulting mask for 15 minutes.

Practical advice

The cleansing process itself is best done over a bathtub or washbasin, since dry dead epidermal cells will spread around in the form of dust.

After each procedure, it is recommended to thoroughly wash and dry brushes and washcloths. To prevent germs from accumulating, pour boiling water over them before drying.

It is better not to peel your face in the morning or shortly before going outside, as the treated skin will be slightly red and vulnerable for some time.

The skin cleansing procedure is one of the most important stages of its recovery and rejuvenation. Dry peeling is a simple, but very effective way to cleanse the face, and you can use it yourself without fear of harming your health.

Step-by-step technique

Preparing for an upgrade is an important process . It can be done before or after water procedures.

But if the skin is steamed, the mechanical effect will be more effective. The main condition is that the face must be dry.

A suitable tool is a special brush. You can use a towel and a washcloth-mitten.

The process consists of several stages:

• Tool preparation. The brush needs to be disinfected.

  If you use a mitten or towel, you need to take care of their cleanliness in advance.

• Massage . To avoid stretching, you need to follow the massage lines. You need to move horizontally along the forehead, diagonally along the cheekbones, and vertically along the nose. The chin can be massaged in a circular motion.
• Washing . Wash off dead skin particles.
• Aftercare is very important. Immediately after the process you need to apply a moisturizer.

  Soothing products are suitable for sensitive skin.

After deep cleansing, it is not advisable to go outside for several hours , because pollution can penetrate into open pores and the protective barrier of the dermis is weakened.

After peeling, the face will be reddish for some time, which negatively affects the appearance. The solar influence will be especially harmful after renewing manipulations .

The solution is creams with protective properties. It is better to choose it at the pharmacy, based on your skin type.

The frequency of massage is once or twice every seven days. More often it is not worth it, as sensitivity will increase.

Maximum effect with minimum costs

Dry peeling is essentially a superficial massage performed on all areas of the body. This dry cleaning is a great way to get rid of dead epithelial particles that interfere with the normal nutrition and functioning of the skin.

Proponents of Ayurveda advocate the frequent use of this cleansing method. Both women and men try to have a mini-massage every 2 days. Some do this daily, trying to help the skin get rid of dead skin scales in a timely manner. In childhood and early youth, the body is able to independently remove interfering particles, as well as dirt and dust, in a timely manner, because the process of cell renewal occurs very quickly. With age, these processes slow down - the body needs a little help. It will not be a mistake to say that dry peeling is recommended for every person who has crossed the 30-year mark.

The functions of the skin, as we remember from school biology lessons, are not limited to the integumentary functions. This organ (by the way, the largest of all human organs) is capable of removing waste products and toxins. Remember what is recommended for a patient with ARVI who has a high fever? That's right: drink more so that the remnants of the activity of pathogenic microorganisms leave the body faster with sweat. Then recovery should be expected in a shorter time.

Therefore, let's adopt this method and start exfoliating the body's skin at least once a week, and ideally twice a week. This will require only a brush and 5-10 minutes of free time - that’s all the costs.

Story

Dry peeling is designed to cleanse the skin of dead cells. In the English version, the procedure is called “Dry Brushing” or “Dry Cleaning”, that is, “dry brushing” or “dry cleaning”, which means that the purpose of the procedure is not only exfoliation, but cleansing the skin, getting rid of dirt and dust.

Ayurveda recommends dry brushing every day to maintain the functioning of the urinary system. The skin is considered the “third kidney”, and dry brushing helps the urinary system finally get rid of toxins.

In Norway and some other Scandinavian countries, the tradition of dry brushing before a bath has long existed. And they are still preserved. It is known that in some remote areas of Norway, children are still given a dry towel or brush rub before taking a bath. This is not only a way to cleanse the skin, but also saves water, heat and prevents colds.