Salicylic peeling is a service that has been offered by cosmetology centers throughout our country for quite some time. This chemical peeling will remain relevant for girls for a long time. The procedure has a good effect on the condition of the epidermal layer of the skin, and makes the skin itself smooth and gives it a healthy color. Salicylic peeling allows you to significantly rejuvenate without using various surgical techniques.
Salicylic peeling
Salicylic peeling kills pathogenic bacteria, and also cleanses well, normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands, and tightens pores. It is worth noting another advantage of this procedure - it can be combined with other peels to achieve better results in getting rid of oily skin problems and treating acne.
If you combine this peeling with mechanical facial cleansing, you can correct comedones and remove acne.
It is worth noting that this procedure is primarily designed for young problem skin without pronounced defects. But it is also advisable to use it for aged skin that is already showing signs of aging.
This procedure is more suitable for young people, but older people can also perform it
Properties of the product
As the name suggests, the procedure involves the use of salicylic acid. It was first extracted from the bark of the willow tree, but can be obtained from flowers in the rose family. Due to its excellent penetration and keratolytic effect, this substance provokes severe peeling at the mouth of the follicle, which does not allow comedones to form. Salicylic acid is a strong barrier to the appearance of blackheads.
Salicylic acid prevents the formation of comedones
The procedure well corrects inflammation of various natures, kills pathogenic microorganisms, and prevents the active activity of the sebaceous and sweat glands.
Important ! Due to the fairly easy hydrolysis of fats, the product allows you to thoroughly cleanse the skin of various types of impurities and dead cells. If you choose the right concentration of this substance, you can achieve coagulation of microbial proteins.
This acid cleanses the skin
It is important to remember that salicylic acid cannot be combined with resorcinol and zinc oxide. So if you want to contact a cosmetologist for this service, you should avoid medications that contain these components.
Since salicylic acid softens and loosens the stratum corneum of the skin, it is included in a wide variety of cosmetic peeling products. This ensures good penetration and an excellent effect, but caution must be exercised, since the procedure can act quite harshly, causing various problems.
Salicylic acid softens the top layer of skin
Features of using a homemade peeling neutralizer
The main condition is the preliminary preparation of a neutralizer to remove peeling based on water and soda. After washing off the peeling with a neutralizer, you should remove the neutralizing composition itself using clean water. After washing, gently pat your face with a soft cloth (do not rub!) and spread moisturizer over the skin.
Attention! When the acids in the peeling and soda solution interact, the face usually begins to burn, and a tingling sensation appears, even greater than during the peeling process. This reaction is considered normal - this is how the acid is extinguished. After some time, the discomfort will completely disappear.
Types of salicylic peeling
The method of conducting this event is directly related to the effect the client needs. A specialist may prescribe a superficial peel, or maybe a mid-superficial one. When the desired technique has been selected, it is necessary to determine the optimal concentration of the active substance.
There are two types of such peeling
If the client has skin that suffers from excess sebum and acne, it is advisable to use a fifteen percent salicylic acid solution.
Important ! The procedure allows you to effectively smooth out all the mentioned imperfections of this type of skin.
The substance destroys pathological microorganisms, relieves inflammation, soothes, and has antiseptic properties.
This acid eliminates many problems
This procedure really cleanses and normalizes pore size, dries the skin, and prevents the occurrence of blackheads, pimples and other rashes and irritations.
In addition, the substance has a positive effect on skin color and normalizes the production of subcutaneous fat.
Skin color is normalized thanks to salicylic acid
If mid-superficial peeling is necessary, it is advisable to use a 25-30% salicylic acid solution. Thanks to this, stronger penetration of the active components can be ensured. Scope of application:
- smoothing the skin texture,
- correction of acne marks (spots, scars),
- removal of dead cells, skin rejuvenation.
Higher concentration – stronger effect
How to choose a chemical peel for problem skin
So in what cases is chemical peeling indicated for problem skin:
- Mild to moderately severe forms of acne
- Inactive process of appearance of new rashes
- Performed at least once every 2 weeks
Let's look at the rules for selecting peels for problem skin using the example of specific peels from the DermaQuest line of enriched peels.
Features of the procedure
Due to the action of a cosmetic product with a high concentration of active substance and low pH, it is possible to exfoliate several layers of skin cells. By the way, you can achieve active production of your own collagen and elastin, and this ensures the production of new skin cells.
Salicylic acid causes skin exfoliation
Salicylic peeling is an excellent way to correct the aging process and smooth out the symptoms of skin aging. Thus, the skin begins to be tightened, aligned, and stops sagging. The appearance becomes much better.
A significant advantage of peeling with salicylic acid is the correction of age spots: it makes them less noticeable.
Important ! You can even influence freckles that appear on young skin, or pigmentation that occurs in old age.
Salicylic peeling can remove age spots
In addition to skin rejuvenation, the procedure provides a keratolytic effect, significantly affecting oily skin that suffers from various types of rashes. The result is healthy and attractive skin, smooth and without any defects.
Important ! Salicylic acid is a rather harsh component for the skin that can cause injury. It definitely needs to be diluted with something. For example, fruit acids are added.
Injury may occur due to this acid
The procedure should be carried out in a course of about seven repetitions. Between them there is a break of a couple of weeks if the skin of the face, neck and décolleté is treated. If the skin of the hands is subjected to treatment, 5 procedures should be carried out with a break of a month.
If the client has seborrheic dermatitis or acne, peeling should be repeated 8 times, twice a month.
If you have certain skin diseases, you need to carry out the procedure more often.
If there is too much thickening of the stratum corneum of the skin, it is necessary to carry out approximately 7 peels, taking a break of a week. However, between the first two manipulations this gap can be somewhat shortened.
Important ! If a person suffers from skin pigmentation, about eight manipulations are required a couple of times a month.
In cosmetology clinics, two types of the procedure we are considering are used. The liquid variety is suitable for the face. And the paste-like appearance involves treating the backs of the palms, the skin of the elbows and knees.
Homemade neutralizer recipes for peeling at home
In a situation where the neutralizer has run out either at the moment or is not available at hand, it is quite possible to make the product yourself. The most popular home remedy of this type is considered to be a soda peeling neutralizer.
It is prepared quite simply: one teaspoon of soda is dissolved in half a glass of boiled water.
We invite you to watch a video on how to do peeling at home:
Advice. A homemade neutralizing composition must be prepared in advance, immediately before the exfoliation procedure. This will save time and stop the action of the elements of the exfoliant distributed over the face in time.
pros
The procedure has many significant advantages. Let's talk about them in more detail:
- excellent performance;
- Suitable for use on any part of the body;
- it is realistic to use salicylic peeling for people of any age group;
- can be used on almost any skin color;
- It’s easy to carry out the manipulation – you can control every stage of it.
The procedure has many advantages
The procedure has very few contraindications; it is suitable for clients of any age group, since it is ideal for people who have a high level of skin photoaging.
It is worth noting the estimated results of this procedure:
- skin looks healthier;
- pronounced symptoms of skin aging disappear;
- the skin is renewed as dead epithelial cells are removed;
- pores are cleaned, their size is normalized, as a result of which the skin receives the required amount of oxygen;
- acne is prevented and the number of existing ones is reduced.
Important ! Of course, it is necessary to talk about the undesirable effects that the procedure we are considering can provoke. This is swelling, redness, burning, etc. But the troubles will disappear without outside intervention.
This procedure can improve your skin condition.
Indications for use
The facial peeling procedure with salicylic acid, like any other salon procedure, has contraindications. Therefore, it is recommended to use it only after consultation with a dermatologist and in the presence of serious skin problems.
What skin types is it suitable for?
Cosmetologists recommend using salicylic peeling for oily skin prone to increased sebum production and the appearance of comedones and pimples. For dry, sensitive and even normal types, this procedure may be too aggressive.
What problems will it help solve?
Salicylic peeling - indications for use:
- Seborrheic dermatitis;
- Acne I and II degrees;
- Presence of acne and skin rashes;
- Tendency to increased sebum production;
- Hyperkeratosis;
- Folliculitis;
- Acne marks, shallow scars;
- Earthy skin color;
- Enlarged pores;
- Dark spots;
- Age-related changes;
- Photoaging.
Indications and contraindications
Indications:
- seborrheic dermatitis;
- acne;
- folliculitis;
- dark spots;
- correction of marks left after acne;
- aging of the skin caused by age or sun exposure.
Negative skin changes are corrected by this procedure
Contraindications:
- period of bearing a baby;
- acute stage of herpes;
- inflammation of various types;
- skin injuries that disrupt its structure;
- negative reaction of the client’s body to the components of the drug;
- increased skin sensitivity;
- burns caused by the sun at the supposed “work front”;
- use of glycemic drugs.
Contraindications should be taken into account by the doctor when deciding whether to prescribe a procedure.
You should not carry out this procedure if there is currently increased sun activity. This is especially true for people who cannot refuse to spend a long time on the street during this period.
Important ! The optimal time for salicylic peeling is when there is frequent cloudy weather, that is, in autumn or winter.
It is better to protect yourself from the sun after the procedure
How to use purchased neutralizers?
Effective forms of post-peeling care products are considered to be neutralizing tonic or neutralizing gel. This composition has a light texture, spreads evenly and comfortably over the skin, eliminating the effect of peeling acids and renewing the skin. Such products must be used following a detailed protocol:
- Apply the selected acid-based peeling to the facial skin, wait for the time specified in the instructions.
- Distribute the neutralizer over the surface of the skin (it is convenient to use cotton pads), avoiding the area around the eyes.
- After a few minutes, rinse off the product with plenty of warm water.
By the way. During the process of home and salon exfoliation, the client is not immune from possible complications. So, peeling may not be suitable for a particular skin, or its concentration may be too high. In such cases, the notorious neutralizer will again come to the rescue. If, after applying the exfoliant, the face begins to burn unbearably, the neutralizing composition can be applied without waiting for the end of the peeling effect. That is, approximately 2-3 minutes before the exfoliant ends.
Do I need to wash off the neutralizer with water after use? The answer is clearly positive - removal of the neutralizing composition should occur both after home and after salon peeling.
How to prepare for the procedure?
Although the event itself, in principle, does not present any difficulties, it is still necessary to prepare for it. It is worth noting that the deeper the impact is planned, the more carefully you need to prepare yourself for peeling. Subsequent recovery also depends to a certain extent on the degree of preparation.
You need to prepare for the procedure in advance
Important ! It is necessary to begin preparations about half a month in advance. You cannot go to the sauna, steam bath or swimming pool.
Avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight before salicylic peeling. And experts don’t recommend solariums either.
It is unacceptable to combine the procedure we are considering with any scrubs or gommages. A good effect will be obtained if you use specialized cosmetics designed specifically for preparing for peeling. The range of such cosmetics is represented by preparations in various forms that provide careful care for the skin and preparation for future influences. The specialist also uses special solutions before proceeding to the procedure itself.
The use of special cosmetics and other tools will be more than appropriate
How to wash it off?
Professional acid exfoliation at home is washed off with neutralizers that are in the pack.
If the kit does not include a neutralizer, then it is enough to rinse with cool water or a product that does not contain acid in its composition. You can prepare a chamomile solution in advance; it has a calming effect on the skin. You can’t wash off the peeling with your hands, and it won’t work. First you need to prepare sterile napkins or cotton pads. Some people use the new sponges to apply makeup, they work great. If the sponge has been used before, it can be thoroughly washed and treated with boiling water.
If you do exfoliation yourself, always read the instructions carefully and do not do anything your own way. “Self-peeling” can seriously undermine your health, the consequences can be unpredictable. Most manufacturers carefully take care of their reputation and the “method of use” is based on long-term research and testing of the drug. Therefore, the instructions usually indicate the most effective and safe option for the skin.
Skin care after the procedure
The skin that has been subjected to such a procedure actually suffers from a chemical burn. The degree of damage to the skin in this case is related to the concentration of the active components contained in the peeling, as well as the specific characteristics of the individual client’s body.
At the end of the manipulations, you may notice redness of the skin that was exposed to the drug. It may get worse over several days. After this, the skin becomes dry and tight.
Important ! To prevent this problem, you need to use cosmetic products aimed at caring for the skin after peeling. These are creams, tonics, lotions and so on. It is best to ask a cosmetologist for advice.
It is worth using cosmetics
A couple of days after the procedure, active peeling of the skin will begin. Of course, there is little pleasant in this, but there is no escape from it. You'll just have to be patient. Usually this process begins 4 days after cosmetic procedures. At this time, you need to take special care of your skin, protecting it from sun exposure. It is best to purchase a cream that protects against ultraviolet radiation. If you have the opportunity to stay at home for several days, it is better not to go outside.
The most important thing is not to rush or try to peel off any crusts that have arisen; you just need to be patient. In the future, the crusts caused by peeling will fall off on their own, without any stimulation.
Important ! If you ignore this advice, you may damage your skin and take longer to recover than it otherwise would.
It is better not to touch the skin while peeling
Quite often, clients complain about very severe peeling of the skin, which, of course, negatively affects the appearance. It is necessary to organize your time so that after the procedure you can stay at home, because the skin will also be very sensitive.
At the end of all the unpleasant processes, the skin will become completely different. Elasticity and smoothness returns, the relief is evened out. Small wrinkles are erased, and deep ones cease to be so noticeable.
It is worth enduring a period of severe peeling of the skin for the sake of the result.
Depending on the degree of concentration and pH of the product used for peeling, and the specifics of the client’s body, the procedure may provoke some difficulties. If the specialist acts correctly and treats the skin before and after the procedure, complications will not arise.
Important ! The client's self-care for their skin also plays an important role.
The concentration of a substance affects a lot
What is a neutralizer needed for?
Neutralization of acid is one of the basic stages of the peeling procedure. This condition is considered essential for any type of exfoliant, including those containing glycolic acid.
Many women, when exfoliating at home, ignore the exfoliant neutralization step. And as it turns out, it was completely in vain. This tool helps eliminate a whole list of problems. The main ones are accelerating the process of skin restoration after peeling. Also, a peeling neutralizer will help relieve a number of problems. The latter may appear on the face after using various exfoliants.
The neutralizing product not only restores the skin, but also effectively stops the peeling effect, because the applied exfoliant must last for a strictly defined time. The peeling composition continues to act on the skin for another 3-4 days after application. A neutralizer applied immediately after cleaning will make the rehabilitation process more gentle.
Due to the wide functionality of post-peeling products, most women have a question: how to properly neutralize peeling at home? The first and most important step is choosing the composition. Before carrying out the exfoliation procedure, a woman must decide which option to choose: salon products or a home neutralizer.
What complications can there be after the procedure?
Common complications:
- a feeling of strong tightness of the skin caused by dehydration;
- redness of the skin in the manipulation area;
- severe peeling of the skin;
- swelling and inflammation of the treated areas;
- excessive burning sensation;
- allergy to the components of the drug used for the procedure;
- exacerbation of herpes.
If it was not possible to avoid the negative consequences of peeling, you must try to get rid of them.
Important ! When the situation becomes very difficult, it is best to contact a specialist who will decide on the spot what to do.
It is worth talking to a specialist if there are complications
What can replace the neutralizer?
For some reasons, most often for the purpose of saving money, some women sometimes have a question: how to replace the peeling neutralizer. The fact is that facial exfoliation is not a procedure on which you should save much, at least as far as the neutralizer is concerned.
Thus, peeling, the effect of which is superficial, can be neutralized with a strong extract of chamomile. Some women use a gentle, delicate milk to remove makeup for these purposes and rinse their faces with the same chamomile decoction. However, if we are talking about mid-acid (not to mention the most serious - deep) peeling, the choice of neutralizer should be taken seriously. In these cases, you should select only high-quality and proven products.
Reviews about the procedure
This event is very relevant for women of all ages. Reviews about it can be found on the Internet. Most clients speak about the procedure exclusively in a positive way, noting that the skin has become healthy and beautiful. Acne is a thing of the past.
Margarita, Sevastopol
“During the manipulations, there is a burning sensation, and the skin may turn red. All this goes away when the drug is washed off the skin. After a few days, peeling is observed and crusts form that cannot be torn off independently.
As a result, your skin will feel much better after just a couple of treatments. The complexion will become healthy, acne will disappear, pores will shrink. Wrinkles and age spots will disappear.”
Olga, Kaluga
“I came to such a procedure for the first time. I was a little scared later when the skin began to peel off, although I knew about this side effect, the doctor warned me. Fortunately, this trouble was soon over, and I was able to enjoy the beauty of my facial skin! It's just lovely! She looked much better. I recommend!”
There are many positive reviews about this procedure
Valentina, Kursk
“I’m already 52, of course, the condition of my facial skin leaves much to be desired. I haven’t taken special care of my skin in my life, but now I’m reaping the benefits. What bothered me most was the pigmentation, which greatly spoiled the appearance. Fortunately, a course of salicylic peeling procedures helped me. I'm surprised, but the problem really disappeared completely! If you have a similar problem, don’t even think about it - do salicylic peeling.”
What skin types is it suitable for?
The procedure is recommended for those with oily skin more than others. A course of treatment using high concentration drugs is allowed.
Women with combination skin will have to make the procedure for applying the drug somewhat more complicated.
It will help reduce oil production, clear your face of pimples and blackheads typical for this type.
For normal skin, peelings with highly concentrated products can be used. They will “cure” blackheads and pimples and smooth out wrinkles.
You need to start with the “problem” areas: usually fatty areas are located in the forehead, nose and chin.
After treating them, you need to wait no more than a minute, then apply the product to the remaining areas.
Those with dry skin should not overuse such peels. They will thin and dry it out even more.
Only gentle formulations and short exposure times are recommended. After the procedure, thorough hydration is required.
People with sensitive skin should avoid the idea of at-home peels with salicylic acid.
Find out also what cleansing facial peels are offered by famous cosmetic companies, for example:
- How effective are the products of the Russian manufacturer Black Pearl;
- how to properly use popular drugs from Holy Land;
- about the advantages and disadvantages of cleansing compositions from Christina Rose de Mer;
- how well-known cosmetics from the Vichy brand act on the epidermis;
- about the beneficial properties of Propeller products for problem skin.
Cost of the procedure
We will indicate the cost of such a procedure in different cities of Russia.
| City | Cost of one procedure |
| Moscow | 2500 rub. |
| Saint Petersburg | 2380 rub. |
| Vladimir | 1980 r. |
| Lipetsk | 1900 rub. |
| Vladivostok | 2100 rub. |
| Yaroslavl | 1840 rub. |
| Arkhangelsk | 1560 rub. |
| Chelyabinsk | 1730 rub. |
Summary
Facial peeling is a necessary procedure, during which you should exercise maximum caution and take into account a number of recommendations. The main condition for this is the staged nature of the procedure. Parts of the peeling protocol must follow strictly one after another; it is unacceptable to skip or change anything during the exfoliation process.
One of the most important stages in such a delicate matter as peeling is the process of neutralizing the exfoliating composition. You can do chemical facial peeling in a salon, then you don’t have to worry about using a neutralizer - the specialist will offer it to the client. Those who prefer to perform the procedure at home will have to take care of the timely preparation of the neutralizing composition.
When selecting a neutralizing composition, it is important to consider the concentration of acid in the exfoliant. Ladies who clean their faces at home should not forget that it is imperative to use a neutralizer during the mid-peeling process! It is necessary to complete all cleansing procedures by washing off the composition from the face with clean water and applying cream according to your skin type.
Photos before and after
Photos before and after a course of salicylic peeling procedures No. 1
Photos before and after a course of salicylic peeling procedures No. 2
Photos before and after a course of salicylic peeling procedures No. 3
Useful properties and advantages of the procedure
Salicylic peeling has certain pros and cons.
Advantages and useful properties:
- availability;
- versatility;
- Pronounced anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect;
- Lightening effect;
- Normalization of the sebaceous glands;
- Possibility of safe contact with fruit acids and other beneficial components;
- Limited list of contraindications;
- Prevention of the appearance of blackheads due to the keratolytic effect of the product;
- Correction of visible imperfections and age-related changes without surgical intervention.
