Acid facial tonics

Tonic is the second stage of facial skin care and has a tonic effect, normalizing the acidity of the skin and preparing it for the next step - moisturizing or nourishing. Without a tonic, the chain of proper care for the epidermis is broken, so it is very important not to forget about using the product after washing after some time has passed. Acid tonics not only tone the skin of the face, but also help in the fight against skin imperfections such as comedones, clogged pores, minor inflammation, pigmentation, dull and lifeless surface, fine wrinkles. The list of useful properties of the acid composition can be continued for a long time, so let's move on to a description of its noticeable advantages.

Face lotion with acids performs an important function - it dissolves the upper layer of the epidermis, destroying the connections between protein elements and keratinized, or "dead" cells. Acids differ from each other, but they are united by a set of advantages and features:

1. Tonic with acids will be required for girls and women with problem skin: the remedy normalizes the PH balance of the skin, or brings it from an alkaline environment to a normal one.
2. The work of acid in tonic is associated with the fight against bacteria that disrupt the normal activity of the epidermis - the sebaceous glands.
3. Due to the dissolution of the upper stratum corneum, the natural production of elastin and collagen increases, which are "responsible" for the elasticity and smoothness of the skin.
4. The acid in the tonic additionally moisturizes the skin and saturates it with useful microelements.

Acids can be divided into two broad categories:

• AHAs are alpha hydroxy acids, or fruit acids. They dissolve in water and work exclusively on the surface - they remove dead cells. As part of the product, it is effective to use fruit acids with a concentration of 5-10%, if it is higher, then the product is considered professional and suitable for salon use; only professionals work with high concentration acids to eliminate the risk of skin burns.

There are many types of fruit acids: malic, lactic, mandelic, glycogel, citric, boric, the most common are lactic and glycogel, including gel. Tonics with fruit extracts are suitable for owners of dry and sensitive, aging skin, as they tend to moisturize the epidermis, smooth the surface and fight age-related changes.

An exfoliating tonic with lactic, mandelic, glycolic, citric, succinic acids is recommended to be used after the end of the summer period to normalize the work of the epidermis, making it smooth and fresh. An alcohol-free composition will become an advantage when choosing a tonic for facial skin, while the acidity level of the product should be in the range of 3-4 (ideally - 4) for its effective operation.Revitalizing scalp tonic that fights dandruff and stimulates hair growth, the list of its properties is impressive.

• BHA - beta-hydroxyacids - the second type, which differs in fat solubility, they are able to penetrate into the pores and "work" in the deeper layers of the epidermis. BHA acids include salicylic acid - an effective assistant in the fight against comedones of various degrees and depths. Salicylic acid in the composition of the tonic should not exceed a concentration of 1-2%, in turn, such a product should not contain alcohol in order to avoid overdrying the skin.

Tonics with a salicylic base are great for owners of combination, oily, problematic skin, as they have the ability to stop the production of sebum, reduce enlarged pores and give the skin a pleasant matte texture.

The tonic is chosen according to the type of skin: for problematic epidermis with inflammation, black dots, you should opt for BHA - betahydroxoxy acids, or salicylic acid. The component is based on aspirin and has the ability to fight bacteria and inflammation, removes redness.

Hydroacids destroy the bond between the proteins of the keratinized layer of the skin and seem to dissolve it, exfoliate the surface of the skin and give it radiance, so it is advisable to choose salicylic acid in the composition of the tonic for women with clogged pores, comedones, inflammation, shallow pigment spots from acne, those who have increased production of subcutaneous fat and shine in the T-zone.

When choosing a tonic with acid, you should pay attention to its concentration (manufacturers indicate its level on the package): for a salicylic solution, it is worth stopping at a concentration of 1-2%, but not less than 0.5, for a tonic with fruit acids 5-10%. It is important to consider the level of acidity PH: for BHA it is usually 3-4 units, a larger amount reduces the effectiveness of the tonic.

You can choose a face lotion in a pharmacy or cosmetic store, beauty salon. In any case, it is worth consulting with a beautician in the selection of funds, a professional doctor will help you correctly determine the type of skin and identify existing problems and ways to deal with them outside the beauty parlor.

Manufacturers of tonics with acids usually write recommendations for use on the package - the label. By the way, there are daily care products and those whose use is reduced to once every 7-10 days: this usually depends on the level of acid concentration in the composition, and the higher it is, the less often the tonic should be used.

Before the first use, it is worth doing an allergic reaction test: apply the lotion on the skin of the bend of the arm and wait 5-10 minutes, if redness or itching does not form, it can be safely applied to the skin of the face. If the lotion causes burning sensations, redness on the skin of the face, it must be washed off immediately and further use should be discontinued.

It is worth noting that it is not recommended to use products with any acids in the summer, since the chemical elements in the composition of the product can even slightly increase the photosensitivity of the skin; this applies to tonics and lotions with acids, after application of which it is not recommended to spend a long time in the sun (sunbathe).

Aravia lotion contains chamomile extract and mint essential oil as the main components, it is designed to cleanse the epidermis before the procedure of paraffin therapy, toning.

Norel Gel Lotion is highly concentrated in mandelic acid and has no alcohol. It perfectly cleanses the skin of the face and fights the stratum corneum of the epidermis, improving the texture and complexion. Lumene Cleansing Tonic with Fruit Acid Set is designed to transform the skin; it contains blueberry, orange, lemon, sugarcane and arctic cloudberry extracts. Arcadia tonic with fruit acids cleanses the skin, chamomile extract, malt, calendula soothe it.

Based on salicylic acid, the Stopproblem brand lotion effectively fights inflammation and skin rashes, making it the perfect ally to fight imperfections for oily and combination skin.

Acid lotions cause real delight among the owners of an imperfect epidermis, and girls with small rashes from the increased work of the sebaceous glands especially note the work of the funds. Girls no longer injure their facial skin with scrubs, using tonics with acids in the composition, choosing the right concentration.