Shaving foam and baking soda for the face: for acne and blackheads

Shaving foam mixed with baking soda has a powerful cleansing effect when applied to problem areas of the face. The alkaline mixture dissolves sebum plugs, removes dirt, and promotes cellular renewal of epithelial tissue. Masks made from these components reduce the risk of re-development of purulent-inflammatory diseases, suppress the growth of bacteria, and eliminate acne.

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Effect of the technique

Masks based on baking soda and shaving foam have the following effects on facial skin:

• suppress the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms that cause purulent-inflammatory processes in the pores;
• have a calming effect on epithelial irritation;
• narrow pores, normalize the functioning of sweat and sebaceous glands;
• deeply cleanse, dissolving fat plugs, relieving problematic skin of blackheads;
• eliminate age-related changes: sagging, gray complexion, the appearance of wrinkles;
• activate collagen synthesis, restore elasticity;
• improve tone.

Recipes for soda peeling of facial skin.

Effect on facial skin

Scrubs and masks are created based on men's shaving foam. The effect of these procedures is enhanced by the soda introduced into their composition. What effect does the use of such scrubs and masks have on the skin:

• Bacteria and microorganisms that cause suppuration die.
• The skin of the face dries out, and enlarged pores narrow. An excellent cleansing effect is created, while the plugs located in the space between the cells are removed.
• The skin calms down and acquires a matte tint, and the secretion of the glands decreases.
• Prevents skin irritation.

Shaving foams and gels used by men include components that have a beneficial effect on delicate women’s skin:

• Chamomile extract, aloe vera. These components have an antimicrobial and soothing effect. The main thing is the presence of a natural component and not a synthetic substitute.
• Sodium benzonate. A preservative that dries out the skin greatly, but in our case this is a positive thing.
• Mineral oils. These components have a softening effect, prevent blockage of ducts, destroy fats, i.e. They don’t give blackheads a chance to spoil the mood of their fair half.

How does baking soda affect the skin?

• Upon contact with the skin, baking soda immediately penetrates through its top layer, enters the pores and “cleans out” impurities. The effect is immediate, which is quite rare when using homemade cosmetics.
• Sodium carbonate is not only an excellent antiseptic, but it can also be considered relatively regenerative, due to the fact that the skin quickly forms new cells for protection.

The complex combination of shaving foam and soda has a strong effect. But you should know that such a mixture turns out to be “explosive”, which is why special attention must be paid to the recipe and adhere to the rules of use.

Composition of shaving foam and cream

Shaving products contain the following active ingredients:

1. Propylene glycol. This chemical compound promotes hydration and normalizes water and electrolyte balance in tissues.
2. Sodium benzoate. Synthetic dries the skin, reducing the risk of swelling.
3. Plant extracts of aloe, chamomile, peppermint. Soothe irritation, produce an antibacterial effect, inhibiting the growth of staphylococci.
4. Mineral oils. Necessary for softening the stratum corneum of cells, dissolving hardened sebum, and narrowing pores.
5. Vitamins necessary for regeneration are often added to the cream: A, C, E.

Unlike shaving foam, cream has a stronger drying effect due to the presence of dry glycerin and a number of inorganic acids. Therefore, it is used for oily facial skin to restore the functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Foam has a moisturizing effect, saturates tissues with oxygen and mineral components.

Baking soda enhances the effect of shaving foam and cream. Alkali destroys dead cells, eliminates pollution, restores water and electrolyte balance, and has an antimicrobial effect.

Features of the composition

The main advantage of shaving foam is that it contains exclusively non-aggressive ingredients that will not harm either normal or sensitive skin. These include:

• Sodium benzoate is one of the additives used for food products. It has a drying effect, which is why it is added to shaving foams.
• Propylene glycol is the opposite of the previous component. With the correct dosage, it moisturizes the skin well, improves the tone and texture of the face.
• Essences of medicinal plants (aloe vera, eucalyptus, chamomile, etc.), depending on the composition, fight inflammatory processes and cover the skin with an antiseptic coating.
• Various types of mineral oils are among the most important and beneficial ingredients. Responsible for destroying the oily film, softening and cleaning the sebaceous ducts. It is thanks to natural oils that effective removal of hated blackheads is possible.

Despite such a large number of useful properties, you should know that cleansing your face with shaving foam should not be done too often due to its effective composition.

Who is it suitable for?

The use of the mixture is indicated in the following cases:

• a large number of black dots;
• loose and oily skin;
• disruption of the sebaceous and sweat glands;
• enlarged pores;
• gray color of the skin;
• frequent occurrence of acne;
• rapid skin contamination;
• wrinkles and other age-related changes.

Attention! The product is not recommended for use in the presence of open wounds, pustules or ulcers on the face. Once in the damaged area, alkali can cause an attack of acute pain and burning. You must wait until the wounds heal on their own. If there is an urgent need for such conditions, it is recommended to replace the foam with shaving cream and discard additional ingredients.

Who is suitable for an unusual facial cleansing?

This method of getting rid of blackheads on the face is suitable only for those representatives of the fair half who are not prone to skin irritation. Girls and women with oily skin are recommended to treat only the T-zone and those areas where there are many rashes. Since this procedure is quite harsh, you need to listen very carefully to the sensations during cleaning. If a burning sensation begins, you should wash your face well and then apply a soothing cream to your face.

Preliminary stage: steaming

Before the procedure, it is necessary to prepare the skin for application of the product. To do this, you will need to steam it using a steam bath or a warm compress (gauze soaked in hot chamomile infusion or ordinary boiled water).

The duration of the procedure should not exceed 5–10 minutes. During this time, the skin pores expand, so a mixture of foam and baking soda easily removes fatty plugs and dirt.

Carefully! It is forbidden to use boiling water or freshly prepared decoction for steaming. Excess steam can cause burns. You need to wait until the liquid cools down a little.

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Marina: “I did the procedure out of curiosity. I just didn’t believe that regular soda could be better than professional products. To my surprise, the product turned out to be more effective, and most importantly gentle, than the scrubs that I buy from the catalogue. Now I exfoliate regularly. Sometimes I mix salt with soda.”

Varya: “Simply put, soda is a savior! No amount of masks, strips or squeezing could get rid of the hated black specks all over my nose. Salon procedures left unsightly, huge holes in clean pores, which was also not pleasing. I just started thoroughly washing my nose with soda peeling and liquid baby soap, and after about 10-12 days I didn’t find a single spot!”

Recipes

Cleansing massage

To carry out a cleansing massage from blackheads, you need half a glass of foam and 1 tsp. baking soda. Mix the ingredients thoroughly, then apply to the skin with light massage movements. Rub the mixture in for 5 minutes to get maximum results.

Repeat the procedure every week. Once the desired result is achieved, reduce the frequency to 1 time per month.

Masks

Homemade masks made from baking soda with the addition of shaving foam gently cleanse sensitive skin with thin capillaries. Active components do not cause irritation.

By supplementing the classic recipe with other cosmetic ingredients, you can get a powerful anti-aging or cleansing product.

Scrubs

To treat acne, 2 types of scrubs are used.

With a light cleansing effect:

• 1 tbsp. l. foam;
• 1 tsp. soda;
• chicken egg white.

Rub the mixture of ingredients with light massage movements into problem areas for 3 minutes. Leave on face for 15 minutes.

This soda scrub washes away sebum, sweat and dirt, and normalizes the functioning of the sweat and sebaceous glands.

During deep cleansing, the surface layer of impurities is removed, as well as keratinized epithelium. Dead cells prevent the skin from renewing itself and often accumulate in the pores, creating a favorable environment for the proliferation of staphylococci.

For deep cleansing:

• 3 tsp. shaving foam;
• 3 tsp. baking soda;
• 3 tsp. “Extra” salt.

Mix all ingredients in equal proportions. Leave the mask on your face for 10–15 minutes. During this time, the stratum corneum of cells, hardened sebum and dirt in the pores will soften. Remove them using a toothbrush in a circular motion. After finishing cleaning, rinse off the product with warm water. Rub an ice cube over your skin. This will tighten the pores and reduce the risk of irritation.

On a note. Do not rub too hard - you can damage the thin epithelium. Friction should be felt, not the painful scratching of salt and hard bristles.

Facial peeling with baking soda and peroxide: recipe

Hydrogen peroxide is a popular remedy for combating problem skin, rashes, inflammation and acne. Together with soda, peroxide can effectively fight all areas of inflammation on the face, resulting in smooth and healthy skin.

Preparing peeling is very simple. To do this, just mix a small bottle of 3% peroxide with approximately 10-12 g of baking soda. Mix the mixture thoroughly. Apply the product to previously cleansed skin. After the procedure, rinse with warm water and apply moisturizer to the skin.

IMPORTANT: If you have any open wounds on your face: scratches, squeezed pimples with bruises, abrasions, it is best to refuse the procedure (it will cause unpleasant painful sensations).

Helpers in the fight for clean and healthy skin

Post-procedure care

To consolidate the results obtained, after using the mask, carefully rinse the composition with warm water. Remember: soda is an alkali that can corrode delicate epithelium.

After cleansing the face, the skin pores remain open. In this state they become dirty much faster. To prevent this, rinse your face with cold water or use an ice cube.

On a note. Vitamins are needed to activate cellular renewal. They will be provided by a clay mask mixed with disinfectants for external use - Chlorhexidine or Miramistin. Hold for 15 minutes. Rinse with chamomile decoction.

How to make a cosmetic product at home?

Before you start cooking, there are a few things to remember:

1. Before use, test for adverse reactions.
2. Before the procedure, steam the skin to expand the pores. This can be done using a steam generator or over boiling water, covered with a towel. In the latter case, you need to be careful of burns from the steam.
3. Do not exceed the usage time specified in the recipe, as this may cause irritation.
4. The mask should be prepared for one-time use.
5. For the best effect, take a course: do the procedure every week for a month, then take a 2-month break.
6. Do not use the product in areas where there are fresh open wounds.

Safety regulations

To reduce the risk of skin damage when shaving foam and baking soda, follow these guidelines:

• For combination and dry skin, do not use shaving gel instead of foam.
• When treating acne, apply the product carefully, trying not to damage the inflamed pustules.
• Do a cleansing massage carefully: do not rub the composition too hard so as not to injure the epithelium. If you feel a burning sensation, remove the mask immediately.
• Do not keep the composition on your face for longer than the prescribed time. Otherwise, you risk getting a chemical burn.
• Don't use too much shaving foam/cream.

Attention! For dermatological diseases, wounds or extensive rashes, do not use the product until complete recovery. Alkali can get under the skin and damage nerve endings.

Benefits of Foam Home Remedies

You can find many beauty recipes based on shaving products on the Internet. It can be used even for thin, delicate and highly sensitive skin. So, what is the usefulness of the component for a woman’s epidermis:

• has a softening effect;
• has a gentle effect on the cover during deep cleaning of dirt;
• eliminates the problem of enlarged pores by narrowing them;
• gives an even complexion to the face, removing excessive pigmentation and highly visible freckles;
• disinfects, killing all microorganisms on the surface of the cover;
• dries and relieves various types of inflammation. Eliminating acne, blackheads;
• regulates and replenishes the lack of moisture in skin cells;
• removes harmful and toxic substances from the skin;
• has a tightening effect, eliminates fine wrinkles.

Also, before you start using shaving foam, it is important to familiarize yourself with the contraindications:

• individual intolerance to components;
• in the presence of active acne or ulcers;
• allergic reaction.

Many girls, before using a cosmetic product, ask themselves the following question: “Which foam is best to buy?” The answer is quite simple - any. But there are several important rules that you should definitely read:

1. For normal, dry and sensitive types, you need to replace simple foam with shaving gel. It contains fewer aggressive components.
2. To avoid skin burns, it is not recommended to use the product in its pure form. It is better when combined with other ingredients: oatmeal, oils, sour cream, cottage cheese, etc.
3. Before applying the finished home remedy, you need to steam the cover over hot water or a decoction of medicinal herbs for a quarter of an hour.
4. It is impossible to withstand more than the specified time in order to prevent side effects and burns on the skin.
5. Remove the face mask with shaving foam, first with warm water and then with cool water. This is required in order to close the pores.
6. Shaving gel and foam can be used as a simple cleansing product.

Minimalism and practicality

When I first heard that one product could be used for both cleansing and shaving, the idea seemed interesting to me.

Because, like most men, I prefer practicality and minimalism, that is, so that all kinds of jars and tubes do not multiply on the shelf in the bathroom.

You already know from previous videos that I haven't used a razor for a long time, except for special occasions, such as taking a passport photo.

However, sometimes you really need to shave and that's why I was interested in testing Cellmen Wash n' Shave. Moreover, this product was released by the Cellap laboratory, and I have great respect for the products of this company.

I ordered this foam for cleansing and shaving, and for testing I used new disposable razors so that all products were under the same conditions.

The first stage is preparing the skin

Before you begin cleansing, your face needs to be steamed. Preparing a steam bath is not difficult at all. Take a wide container, pour dry plant material into it and pour boiling water over it. There is no strict dosage here; the herb can be sprinkled on the eye. For one and a half liters of water, usually take a couple of tablespoons. It will take 5 minutes for the herb to infuse. At the same time, the water will cool down a little, and you don’t have to worry about burns. But if you start steaming right away, then there is a risk of damaging the skin.

While the herb is brewing, you have time to remove your makeup and wash your face thoroughly. After this, you can begin the procedure. Tilt your face over the steam, cover your head with a thick towel and wait 10 minutes. This time will be quite enough. The skin will warm up, blood circulation will improve, the pores will open well, and unnecessary substances will easily come out of them. Therefore, the cleansing procedure will be as effective as possible.

By the way, a steam bath can be combined with the treatment of colds. If you have a cough or runny nose, drop a little tea tree or eucalyptus oil into the water. And then the unpleasant symptoms will subside very quickly.

Second stage - cleansing

There is a special salon procedure called “brossage” (or “brushing”). So, the essence of home cleansing is the same, only the tools are different. Of course, if you don’t mind the money, you can turn to cosmetologists. But why not save money. The result is exactly the same! Your skin will be beautiful, clean and well-groomed, and your wallet will not suffer.

So, you have steamed your skin, the pores have opened, and local metabolism has improved. It's time to start peeling. The mixture for the procedure is prepared quickly.

1. Pour a little baking soda into the container (about half a teaspoon).
2. Add a tablespoon of shaving foam.
3. Mix thoroughly.

That's all, effective peeling is ready! Everyone knows about the benefits of baking soda, and on this subject there is a huge amount of all kinds of information on the Internet - articles, reviews, comments. Therefore, there is no point in describing soda in detail. We list only the main properties.

• Removes excess sebum, improves the condition of oily epidermis.
• Clears clogged pores of impurities.
• It has a bactericidal effect, disinfects, and helps cope with inflammation.
• It works as an abrasive material, gently exfoliates dead skin cells that have softened during the steaming process, and frees the skin from everything unnecessary.
• Levels the terrain.
• Gives a healthy tone.

Everything is clear with soda. What function does shaving foam perform in this peeling? In this case, the foam acts as an auxiliary component. For all its benefits, soda is quite aggressive and can cause irritation. And the foam softens its effect, soothes and moisturizes the skin. As a result, peeling occurs without unpleasant consequences.

take 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda

add shaving foam

stir until airy foam is obtained

apply to skin

To perform the procedure, you will need a special cosmetic brush. You can also take a dental one, but it must be new. (This is very important because the old brush contains toothpaste residue and bacteria that are completely unnecessary for your skin). And one more thing about choosing a brush! It must be soft, otherwise you risk injuring your skin.

Now let's move on to peeling. The technique of the procedure is not complicated.

1. Using a damp brush, distribute the product over the face.
2. Using circular movements, cleanse the skin along massage lines, paying attention to the so-called T-zone (this is where comedones most often accumulate).
3. Rinse off any remaining product well with running water.

Soda masks

Mask with soda

Cleanses problem skin very well. The ratio of the parts of soda and flour - the two main components of the mask - is 1:5. You need a little water, the mixture should be quite thick. 10 minutes after application, the mask is removed with water or herbal decoction. Recommended for use once a week.

Soda and salt

This option is very effective, but you need to understand that the effect on the skin is quite strong, and therefore this procedure must be carried out especially carefully and not injure the skin. For a softer effect, you can wipe the skin with olive oil before the procedure. Soda is mixed with salt in equal parts and diluted with water to the consistency of sour cream. After using the mask, the skin should be well moisturized.

Soda and shaving foam

Mix a teaspoon of salt and soda. Shaving foam is added in such an amount to achieve the desired creamy consistency. The exposure time of this mask on the skin is 5 minutes.

Soda and shaving cream

A very interesting recipe. The shaving cream must first be whipped until it reaches 1 cup of foam. Add 1 teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate to it. Apply with massage or light rubbing movements for 10 minutes. Once the skin begins to redden,

stop rubbing. Wash with warm water and apply a rich nourishing cream to your face.

Baking soda and hydrogen peroxide

This mask has a rather aggressive effect on the epidermis, so it should not be used more than twice a month.

To prepare the mask, mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide in a ratio of 1:2. Apply with gentle movements, rinse after 10 minutes with water at room temperature. A moisturizer in the form of a cream or lotion is a must.

Soda and aspirin mask

The preparation and application of this mask is perhaps the most multi-step compared to the others. But it’s worth it, because this particular formulation will help you get a scrub, a lightening agent, and skin disinfection at the same time.

To prepare the mask, crush 5 tablets of acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), mix with a teaspoon of soda and two tablespoons of water. Rinse off with cool water only after 10 – 15 minutes. After applying the mask, wipe the skin with a herbal decoction and lubricate it well with cream.

Soda and egg white

The white of 1 egg is mixed with a teaspoon of natural lemon juice and a pinch of soda. The product is applied to the skin in several layers, optimally 4 - 5. The maximum exposure time is 15 minutes. After the mask is removed from the skin, you need to apply a nourishing product: cream, oil, lotion. After this mask, the pores will narrow, blackheads will disappear, the face will glow, peeling and redness will no longer bother you.

Is it possible to carry out the procedure at home?

Every woman knows that the main sign of youth and beauty is radiant, fresh and healthy skin. And to achieve this, you need careful care and cleansing. It is not necessary to waste money in fashionable salons; you can carry out cosmetic procedures using soda at home.

Any woman can cleanse her face with baking soda, and there are many recipes for masks, peelings, and scrubs that you can choose to suit your taste and needs. Before applying a mask or scrub, you need to wash your face thoroughly, you can hold it over the steam for a while to open the pores. The main thing is to stick to some rules:

• before applying to the face, make sure that there is no allergic reaction to sodium bicarbonate, to do this, apply the mixture to the delicate skin of the wrist, observe the body’s reaction;
• do not apply masks or scrubs to the area around the eyes;
• rinse off first with warm and then with cold water;
• be sure to use a moisturizing or nourishing cream after the procedure.

Cleaning your face with baking soda at home requires some preparation. First, you need to carefully remove decorative cosmetics. A toner, lotion or regular wash is suitable for this. Secondly, you can steam your facial skin to open the pores. To do this, just take a bath, shower, or hold your face over the steam.

Peeling is the exfoliation of the top layer of keratinized epidermis.

As a result, the skin does not receive enough oxygen and nutrients, and its aging process accelerates.

If you exfoliate every week, it will noticeably rejuvenate, and the pores will be cleaned and narrowed.

Every woman knows that the main sign of youth and beauty is radiant, fresh and healthy skin. And to achieve this, you need careful care and cleansing. It is not necessary to waste money in fashionable salons; you can carry out cosmetic procedures using soda at home.

Any woman can cleanse her face with baking soda, and there are many recipes for masks, peelings, and scrubs that you can choose to suit your taste and needs.

After the procedure, the face may turn red, but this redness goes away within an hour. This remedy almost never has a negative effect that requires additional recovery.

After using the product, it is advisable to apply a nourishing facial cream. Also, you should not scrub your skin while undergoing a healing course with soda particles.

The results from the first peeling application last for 2-3 days. As most of the procedures are completed, the effect will last for about a month.

Oatmeal scrub

Grind a tablespoon of oatmeal in a coffee grinder, add about half as much baking soda, and mix. There are two options for using care:

• apply the dry composition to a well-washed, damp face, massage and rinse;
• add a couple of tablespoons of water to the cleansing mixture and wash with the resulting thick paste (if you are prone to inflammation, you can pour a little peroxide into the scrub - 2-3 drops).

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If desired, citrus fruits can be replaced with freshly prepared applesauce, mashed strawberries, grated cucumber pulp - you should focus on your skin type.

How can baking soda help with blackheads?

A blackhead (comedone) is the result of a pore being clogged with sebum and dirt. In this case, dirt means dust, cosmetics, and other “foreign” particles. Even if you carefully monitor the hygiene of the skin of your face and body, you are not immune from the appearance of comedones. You regularly go outside, where millions of dirt particles are floating in the air. It’s no safer indoors – there is dust even in the cleanest room. Therefore, blackheads can appear in a person of any gender, age, social status and with any skin type.

Sebum is produced daily and is a secretion essential to skin health, elasticity and protection. When a piece of dirt gets into the sebaceous gland, it becomes clogged. The produced fat can no longer leave the pore; it remains inside, oxidizes and hardens. This is how a black dot is formed.

Baking soda is known for its ability to dissolve fat. Due to this, it deeply cleanses the pores and frees them from hardened sebum. In addition, soda performs many more important tasks:

• improves blood supply to the skin, stimulates regeneration processes;
• regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
• has healing, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties;
• eliminates oily shine from the skin;
• whitens;
• exfoliates the stratum corneum.

By regularly making masks with baking soda, you get fresh, matte, smooth and clean skin. You will see a significant reduction in the number of blackheads after the first application. And regular deep cleansing of the skin will allow you to avoid the appearance of new comedones.

Mask for dry and sensitive skin

On dry/sensitive skin, leave the mixture with soda for less time than on oily skin - about 5 minutes. For the mask, you need to take a tablespoon of soda and cream and half a teaspoon of vegetable oil (olive, flaxseed, almond or coconut). Mix all components, apply to cleansed skin, hold, rinse.