Enzyme peeling: what it is, benefits for the face: salicylic, acidic. How to choose the best reviews

Enzyme peeling is one of the few procedures that addresses a wide range of facial skin problems. According to customer reviews, it is suitable for both owners of fading mature skin and girls who look after their beauty and wish to prolong their youth.

What is Enzyme Peel

Enzyme peeling is a type of superficial exfoliation of the skin, which is based not on acids or mechanical particles, but on enzymes. These are substances of protein origin, which are catalysts for the breakdown of dead cells. The stratum corneum in its structure has proteases (proteolytic enzymes) of the hydrolase class.

Their main function is:

• regeneration of the epidermis (the upper layer of the skin) due to the breakdown of proteins;
• the construction and destruction of intercellular connections;
• creating a lipid layer.

Physiological or premature (in the absence of proper care) aging is accompanied by a decrease in protease activity. As a result, the division and regeneration of skin cells is reduced, and the independent exfoliation of keratinized particles is impaired. This leads to thickening of the epidermis and blockage of the sebaceous glands. The appearance of the skin loses its radiance, becomes dull, gray and uneven.

When the composition of the enzyme peeling is applied to the skin in its upper layer, desmos (intercellular connections) is destroyed, that is, the process of exfoliation of dead particles is started.

The enzyme molecule "picks up" only dead cells, stimulates the synthesis of new ones and frees up space for them. Moreover, the components do not penetrate deep into the dermis, they act on the surface without damaging the epidermis.

Types of enzymes

The most popular enzymes include:

• Papain - a plant-derived enzyme extracted from papaya juice. It relieves inflammation, regulates the sebaceous glands, dissolves clogged pores, therefore it is suitable for owners of problem skin.

  

• Arbutin - a tyrosinase inhibitor, which is found in lingonberry, blueberry and bearberry. Due to the inhibition of melanin production, it is perfect for skin with pigmentation and freckles.
• Bromelain - an enzyme derived from pineapple. The component is famous for effective destruction of the stratum corneum, anti-inflammatory and healing results.
• Sorbain - is extracted from lemon and papaya, but is most often used in a duet. Removes the top layer of the epidermis and stimulates the synthesis of new cells.
• Trypsin - an enzyme of animal origin, obtained from the tissues of the cow's pancreas. Its structure is as close as possible to human, therefore it effectively dissolves the proteins of dead cells, has anti-inflammatory properties. Pepsin has a similar effect.
• Lysozyme - an enzyme found in egg white.In addition to standard exfoliation, it relieves inflammation, heals damage, and has immunostimulating properties.
• Subtilisin - an enzyme of bacterial origin. Its action is compared to papain, but its effect is more pronounced, since even more protein bonds are destroyed, which leads to noticeable exfoliation.

Benefits for the skin

Enzyme peeling (reviews of customers and cosmetologists confirm the properties described below) is used not only for the purpose of exfoliating the skin:

1. Enzymes cleanse the skin of accumulated impurities and dissolve sebum.
2. The procedure has an antibacterial effect, which, in combination with treatment, allows you to fight acne.
3. Correctly selected peeling composition is able to raise the local immunity of the skin, thereby increasing its resistance to pathogens.
4. If the procedure is performed regularly and correctly, enzyme peeling is an excellent prevention of skin aging, since the epidermis is constantly exfoliated. As you know, when dead cells "accumulate" on the surface, the skin is not able to regenerate itself.

Indications for use

The skin needs regular deep cleansing, and timely exfoliation of the epidermis is an excellent prevention of aging, therefore cosmetologists recommend including enzyme peeling in the beauty routine.

But it can also be carried out in the presence of such problems:

• oily skin type, prone to acne and inflammation;
• clogged pores;
• uneven skin relief;
• dry skin with peeling, prone to hypersensitivity, for which acids and mechanical peeling are contraindicated;
• post-acne and pigmentation;
• first age-related changes: loss of skin firmness and elasticity, mimic wrinkles.

Advantages and disadvantages

Enzyme peels are often compared to similar skin exfoliation treatments.

In comparison with other methods, the use of enzymes has the following advantages:

• The result of enzyme peeling is similar to peeling with fruit acids, but the effect itself is much milder.
• Enzymes are suitable for all skin types, even capricious ones.
• It can be carried out even during the period of solar activity, without fear of the appearance of age spots.
• The components in the peeling are safe, they do not change the structure of the skin and do not penetrate deep into the dermis.
• The cosmetic market offers a wide range of cosmetics for enzymatic peeling at home.
• Follow-up care has an even better effect than on "regular" skin.
• Enzyme peeling is successfully combined with other cosmetic procedures.
• The rehabilitation period after the procedure is minimized - the first two days, slight redness may be observed. But there are no “flakes” on the skin, as after aggressive types of peeling.

Disadvantages of enzyme peels are few, but still present:

• Due to their mild action and large molecule, enzymes act only on the surface, without affecting the skin in any way. Therefore, the procedure will not help get rid of deep wrinkles and creases.
• Despite the noticeable effect after the first procedure, for a more effective result, you will need a course consisting of several sessions.
• If performed erratically and frequently, exfoliation can have the opposite effect - excessive greasiness, dryness and dullness of the skin.

At what age should you start doing enzyme peels?

One of the features of enzyme peeling is the ability to manipulate enzymes at any age.

Owners of oily and problem skin can resort to the procedure from adolescence (15-17 years old)... Dry and normal skin without pronounced problems needs enzymes from the age of 25.

It is important that the composition of the peeling is selected, which is 100% suitable for the skin type and will solve the problem.

Enzyme peeling procedure in the salon

In a beauty salon, enzyme peeling is carried out in several stages.

But on the eve of the session, you must follow the recommendations:

• you cannot use cosmetics containing acids and retinol, as well as carry out various types of peeling;
• do not epilate the skin (at least a day);
• if laser resurfacing or dermabrasion was previously performed, then you must wait 4 days.

At the initial session, an allergy test is carried out - a drop of the composition is applied to the thin skin of the wrist, after which the reaction should be monitored.

Enzyme peeling (reviews, actions of a beautician, duration and sensations must be studied in advance), if all conditions are met, is carried out in a strict order:

1. Preparatory stage.

Impurities are removed from the skin area to be peeled, after which it is wiped with a cleansing tonic and a pre-peeling lotion is applied.

2. Carrying out peeling.

The tool can be either ready-made (in a tube) or in powder (the day before it is diluted with a special solution). The concentration of the composition is selected depending on the age and individual characteristics of the skin (its type, degree of sensitivity).

Most often, peeling is performed on the face (even on the eyelids), neck and décolleté. The minimum "work" time of the composition is 10 minutes, and the maximum is half an hour. The duration of the presence of the composition on the face is determined by the complexity of the problem and the expected effect.

As a rule, the procedure is not accompanied by painful or unpleasant sensations, but owners of sensitive skin may feel a slight burning sensation and tingling sensation during the first minutes.

3. Removing the product from the skin.

Depending on the selected composition, the remnants of the funds can be removed in the following ways:

• washed off with water;
• roll down;
• using a neutralizer.

4. The final stage.

A soothing mask and moisturizer are applied to the skin.

After the procedure, it is not recommended to touch your face or take sun baths. Cosmetics with a light formula are suitable as care. It is advisable to minimize the use of decorative cosmetics - foundation and talcum powder. When going outside, you need to apply an SPF product.

The frequency of enzyme use depends on the skin type:

• oily and combined needs exfoliation 1 time in 7 days;
• normal and sensitive - no more than once every 10 days.

The average course includes 5-10 procedures, depending on the degree of the problem and the goals pursued.

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Enzyme peeling at home

Enzyme peeling (reviews of those who do it on their own are impressive, and speak in favor of the procedure) can be carried out at home. But even the formulations intended for these purposes must be selected together with the beautician.

When using enzymes at home, you need to prepare the skin - cleanse it and apply a toner. Then you can start applying the product.

There are several ways to do this:

• just distribute a thin layer and leave for the time indicated in the instructions (sometimes under plastic wrap);
• do a light continuous massage;
• leave overnight.

Therefore, you need to follow strictly according to the instructions. Also, peeling should not be done more often than the manufacturer indicates. Some formulations require rinsing with warm or cool water, others require cleansing wipes or compress... Light care should be applied after the procedure.

Popular enzyme peels

The cosmetic market presents a wide variety of ready-made enzyme peeling formulations that can be used both by professionals and at home.

How to choose an enzyme peel

The effect of most of the ready-made enzyme peeling formulations on the market is not much different from each other.

But still there are several recommendations on which you can choose the right tool:

1. The composition should be examined. If you are allergic to citrus fruits, you should not use peeling based on lemon and orange extracts. For the summer period, enzymes that combine with acids are not suitable.
2. Pay attention to the age limit. Girls in their 20s don't need peeling with a pronounced anti-aging effect.
3. Buy samples or miniatures of funds. This will allow you to carry out an allergy test, as well as observe the condition of the skin after the first procedure without spending on large amounts of peeling.

What is combined with

Feedback from patients to enzyme peeling suggests that this is an excellent preparatory procedure before carrying out:

• high concentration acid peeling;
• injection techniques (fillers, biorevitalization);
• laser and RF lifting;
• laser resurfacing;
• microcrystalline dermabrasion.

In parallel, you can do massages and moisturizing masks.

Homemade Enzyme Mask Recipes

You can prepare enzyme masks right in your kitchen, which are not inferior in effect to ready-made products. Their advantage is a completely natural composition and freshness.

• Mask based on papaya and chicken egg protein.

Both ingredients contain enzymes that gently exfoliate and even out skin tone.

To prepare the mask, you will need papaya pulp, if you wish, you can add pumpkin in a 1: 1 ratio, and protein whipped into a cool foam. Mix all components thoroughly.

The mask is applied to cleansed and dry skin in a thick layer. In 20 minutes. it must be washed off.

• Scrub mask based on papaya and oatmeal.

This recipe is more complex, but highly effective.

1. Beat 40-50 g of papaya in a blender or mash with a fork.
2. Beat 2 chicken proteins.
3. Grind the oatmeal flakes in a coffee grinder.
4. Mix all ingredients. The mask should be pasty and thick.
5. Apply the finished product to dry skin and after a few minutes rinse with running water, simultaneously doing a massage to remove the remnants of dead cells.

• Papaya and pineapple mask.

The recipe is suitable for owners of oily and combination skin, as the mask actively dissolves sebum. It should not be done if you are allergic to honey.

1. Whisk 1 slice of papaya and pineapple in a blender.
2. To 1 st. l. liquid honey add the resulting gruel and mix thoroughly.
3. Spread the mask over the face and neck and after 15-20 minutes. wash off with water.

Contraindications to enzyme peeling

Enzyme peeling, reviews of which in most cases are positive, is still not a universal procedure suitable for everyone without exception.

Therefore, it cannot be carried out in the presence of such contraindications:

• allergy to individual components of the peeling;
• skin diseases at the time of their exacerbation;
• acne during the period of purulent inflammation;
• damage to the skin;
• diabetes;
• period of pregnancy.

Side effects

Correctly performed procedure both in the salon and at home does not cause complications.

But on an individual basis, the following side effects may occur:

• allergic contact dermatitis;
• exacerbation of acne;
• seborrheic dermatitis;
• activation of the herpes virus.

Efficiency

Already after the first procedure, you can notice the effect - the skin takes on a fresh and rested look.

And at the end of the enzyme peeling course, you can achieve the following results:

• cleansing pores and noticeably reducing blackheads and acne;
• smoothing the skin relief - bumps, mimic wrinkles disappear;
• increased skin turgor;
• evens out skin color and gives it a natural glow.

The cost of enzyme peeling in salons

The average cost of one enzyme peeling session in Moscow is about 1900 rubles. But the range of prices by region is quite large - from 700 to 3500 rubles.

The price of the procedure depends on several factors:

• beauty salon class;
• cosmetics the cosmetologist works with - the more prestigious the brand, the more expensive the peeling;
• the severity of the problem;
• the area of ​​the skin - for example, the complex "face + neck + décolleté" will have the highest price tag.

With home use of a ready-made enzyme product, the cost is significantly reduced. So, one package of 50 ml can be enough for 5-10 times, depending on the consumption.

Reviews about enzyme peeling speak of the effectiveness of the procedure. It differs from similar ones in safety and relative versatility, since it has a minimum of contraindications and complications. At the same time, the course demonstrates effective results and is able to delay premature skin aging.

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