What is it?

One of the most performed aesthetic treatments in the world, skin cleansing aims to remove blackheads and impurities, unclog pores and improve the skin’s absorption capacity. Furthermore, skin cleansing also helps with oxygenation, hydration, nutrition and whitening, and can be applied to any skin tone.

Indications

Skin cleansing is mainly recommended for removing open blackheads (blackheads) or closed blackheads (whiteheads) and removing milia. It also serves to remove dead cells and keep the skin soft and healthy. All skin types receive this procedure very well. Properly carried out cleansing helps balance dry, normal, oily and combination skin. In addition to the face, it is possible to perform the procedure on any other part of the body, such as the neck and back.

Benefits

There are many benefits of deep skin cleansing. The consequences range from brighter, healthier-looking skin to the prevention of skin inflammation.

Among the advantages of skin cleansing, we highlight:

• Preventing the appearance of blackheads and pimples.
• Promotion of skin renewal and removal of dead cells.
• Reduction of oil production in the skin.
• Prevention of premature aging (wrinkles and expression lines).
• Promoting skin detoxification;
  Promoting the feeling of clean, smooth skin for longer.
• Prevention of skin inflammation.
• Improvement in blood irculation.

Contraindications

Professional skin cleansing should not be done on acne-prone skin when there are inflamed pimples with a yellowish appearance, as it can aggravate acne and harm the skin. In this case, the best option is to go to the dermatologist for treatment to eliminate pimples, which can be done with specific products to apply to the skin or medications to take. Furthermore, it should not be used on people with very sensitive skin, allergies, peeling or rosacea.

You should also not do deep cleansing when your skin is tanned because it can lead to dark spots on the skin. Anyone who is undergoing treatment with acids on their skin, such as chemical peeling or is using a cream that contains an acid, is also not recommended to cleanse their skin due to increased skin sensitivity. The dermatologist will be able to tell you when you can go back to having your skin cleaned.

How is it done?

Cleaning begins with hygiene to remove substances such as makeup, impurities and oil from the skin. Then, an exfoliation is performed to remove dead cells and facilitate the elimination of blackheads. After dilation of the pores, blackheads and keratin and sebum cysts are removed. To finish the skin cleansing, a mask is applied to alleviate redness.

Phases

The stages of Skin Cleansing are:

• Sanitization: a degreasing cleaning product is used to eliminate all impurities and oil from the skin.
• Exfoliation: Next, an exfoliation is carried out using products with an abrasive effect to remove dead skin cells. At this stage of skin cleansing, water vapor or ozone should be used to open the pores and facilitate the removal of blackheads.
• Blackhead extraction: this is the stage in which the professional will eliminate blackheads from your face. It can be done manually, where the professional must use her own hands to remove the blackheads. However, removal must be done with the help of medical gauze, which avoids damage to the skin and minimizes pain during the procedure. Extraction can also be done with the help of a needle or even a device to suck out the blackheads.
• Hydration: After extracting the blackheads, the skin is hydrated. At this stage, a product is used to soothe the skin on the face. This can be a mask or some cream or lotion with a calming effect.
• Peeling: It is very common for beauty centers to clean the skin in conjunction with some type of peeling. This happens because immediately after the procedure the skin will be completely cleansed and the effects of the peeling will be enhanced.

Frequency

The frequency of the procedure will depend on your skin’s needs. However, people with dry and normal skin generally resort to the procedure every three months, while people with combination and oily skin can cleanse their skin every month.

Follow up with a specialized professional, who will assess your skin’s needs, recommending the appropriate frequency for your case.

Care

After skin cleansing, the use of sunscreen is essential to obtain a good result. It is not recommended to use makeup for 48 hours following the procedure.