A chemical compound of substances called calcium chloride is actively used not only in medicine, but also in cosmetology. In order for the procedure to give an effective result, detailed instructions for use are required.
These can be injections, external application of formulations, peels. Before applying solutions and masks, you should familiarize yourself with the peculiarities of peeling, as well as with indications and contraindications, and possible negative consequences.
Composition and components of the cleaning mixture
Calcium chloride (instructions for use is attached below) for peeling is a reactive mixture. These masks are also called rolls because they have an effective exfoliating effect. The composition of the solution may include auxiliary components, which are added depending on the type of skin and the cosmetically targeted action of the solutions.
Among the components in the composition of masks and peeling mixtures with calcium chloride, the following ingredients are most often used:
- Soap with a natural composition. In the production of soap products, vegetable and animal fats with a high content of potassium, as well as sodium salts of tricarboxylic acid are most often used. It is with such components that calcium chloride will enter into an active chemical reaction. Cosmetologists recommend using baby soap, as its composition is the most gentle, does not contain aggressive ingredients and harmful chemical additives. It is not recommended to use gels, foams, liquid soap for preparing a cleaning solution. The content of lauryl or laureth sulfates in them may not give the desired chemical reaction with calcium chloride.
- Ampoule composition. For the mixture, it is recommended to use calcium chloride in ampoules with a concentration of 5% or 10%. Get the product easily at any pharmacy without a doctor's prescription, the cost of the drug is budget. For the first procedures, it is better to use a weaker concentrate, gradually increasing the intensity of exposure. If a 10% solution is used, it can be diluted 1: 1 with distilled water.
In the salon, the Hollywood peeling procedure is carried out using the following components:
- phytic acid;
- special cleaning scrub;
- means for intensive skin hydration;
- professional masks with anti-inflammatory and soothing effect.
To prepare a homemade cleansing mixture, a bar of baby soap and a concentrated ampoule solution is enough. When preparing, it should be borne in mind that the presence of perfumery fragrances, dyes, and other components in the soap solution can significantly weaken the effect of home peeling procedures, as well as provoke the development of serious allergic reactions.
Application for cosmetic purposes
The use of this drug in the cosmetic industry is applicative. For medical purposes, it is used as a hemostatic agent, for allergies and inflammations, as well as for many other problems.
For cosmetic purposes, the solution has been used since the mid-90s as an active ingredient for cleansing the skin.In cosmetology, the technique is also called roll-up or Hollywood peeling. These sessions can be done at home, and the instructions for preparing the peeling formulations are simple, effective, and easy to apply.
In cosmetology, solutions are used to combat such problems:
- with enlarged pores, requiring thorough deep cleansing;
- to renew the upper skin layer, activate the regeneration processes of the epidermis;
- in the presence of hyperkeratosis;
- to regulate sebum production;
- with increased fat content;
- for matting and drying oily skin;
- if necessary, removal of allergic reactions, redness, rashes;
- for leveling acne craters in case of acne;
- with excessive fat content of the T-zone;
- for lightening, leveling the tone, relieving inflammation;
- as an independent session of chemical exfoliation.
The essence of the cosmetic technique is a chemical reaction in which the active components that make up baby soap and calcium chloride enter. As a result, sodium chloride and calcium salts are released, which actively act on dead particles of the epidermis.
They are collected in small flakes that are easy to roll and then remove, thereby cleansing the skin by exfoliating. Peeling is used for deep cleansing, carried out in the salon or independently, at home.
Beneficial effect on the skin
Calcium chloride (instructions for the use of solutions are presented below) is actively used in cosmetology.
The popularity of the method of exfoliation of the epidermis with a chemical solution is due to the following advantages:
- Peelings are used to cleanse all kinds of dirt, as well as to delicately remove hyperpigmentation and freckles.
- The procedure is all-season, it can be carried out both in the hot summer period and in the cold season.
- The method is especially effective in the adolescent period of the formation of hormonal levels for girls and boys in order to treat acne and acne.
- With the help of the composition, you can lighten the skin, the mixture has a similar effect as tea tree extract, brightening the tone and disinfecting the skin.
- Masks and peels with calcium chloride are universal, they can be used for any skin type and at any age, but you need to act strictly according to the instructions in order to avoid negative consequences.
- The action of the solutions is sparing, they do not contain aggressive components, but before carrying out the procedures, a test should be carried out for a possible allergic reaction.
- The result is noticeable after the first procedure, and after several sessions the skin takes on a fresh and renewed look.
- Peels help to actively fight regular rashes, removing internal inflammatory processes.
- The masks help smooth out fine wrinkles, smooth out acne pits, scars, and other superficial imperfections of the epidermis.
- Cleaning is safe, painless, there is no painful rehabilitation period after the procedures.
Despite the active chemical composition of peeling mixtures, the action of the solution is gentle, without injury to the integument. After several sessions, the skin returns to an even healthy tone, smoothness, and the sebaceous glands function is restored.
Contraindications and possible complications
Calcium chloride is a universal and safe remedy, but when using an ampoule solution, you must strictly follow the instructions for use. Despite the versatility of the method, a number of contraindications for peelings with calcium chloride should be taken into account. It is important to remember that deep cleansing is stressful for the tissues.
Masks should not be carried out:
- with peeling;
- in the presence of fresh wounds, violations of the integrity of the cover, scratches, cuts;
- with herpes infection in the active stage;
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- in the presence of systemic skin diseases of any etiology;
- hypersensitivity and allergies to chemical components;
- thin skin prone to dryness and irritation;
- in case of development of inflammatory processes, with rashes.
This type of peeling is indicated for dense, oily skin.
With the combined type, it is recommended to apply the solution only to areas with increased fat secretion, mainly in the T-zone. This type of cleansing is contraindicated for thinning and dry skin. The dosage should be strictly observed, the instructions for use of the mixture should be followed.
The haphazard use of peeling can adversely affect the skin and lead to the following consequences:
- the development of allergies;
According to the instructions for use, calcium chloride can cause redness - increased dryness;
- the appearance of pigmentation;
- increased sensitivity of the epidermis;
- irreversible necrosis of skin tissues.
It is important to follow the rules of the Hollywood peeling. Using a highly concentrated solution for sensitive skin can lead to severe burns.
Preparing the skin for peeling
The home peeling procedure is simple and safe. But, regardless of which way the cleansing will take place, you should start with preparatory stage, which includes several sequential steps:
- To soften the stratum corneum and a more delicate cleansing process, 7-10 days before the first peeling procedure, it is recommended to apply special products containing glycolic acid.
- It is necessary to conduct a thorough examination of the skin before the procedure. If you find scratches, cuts, inflammation, or other damage, the deep cleaning session should be postponed to avoid deep injury or burns.
- Immediately before manipulation, it is necessary to conduct a test for possible allergic skin reactions. To do this, a concentrate (5%) of calcium chloride must be applied to the inner part of the elbow. When redness, rashes, itching appear, cleansing manipulations are not recommended.
At the preparatory stage, it is necessary to carry out a deep cleansing using an emollient foam or gel for washing. Makeup should be removed with cosmetic milk to prevent drying out of the epidermis before the Hollywood peeling procedure.
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Calcium chloride (instructions for use describe in detail the exfoliation process) is used in two ways - directly on the skin or by cleansing with soap.
The first method is the simplest, peeling is carried out according to the following algorithm:
- Clean the skin of decorative cosmetics and surface contaminants (sebum, dust).
- Carefully open the ampoule with the concentrate. The first procedure is carried out exclusively with a 5% solution, with each session the concentration can gradually increase.
- Using a cotton pad or cosmetic sponge, apply the mixture to the skin. In this case, it is important to avoid contact with mucous membranes, as well as highly sensitive areas.
- Apply the solution gradually, in several layers, after each previous application has dried.
- Whip the soap solution into a lather (use only baby soap). You can lather your hands or lather a sponge. Massage the areas with soapy fingers or a sponge, movements are smooth, without pressure, to avoid injury. As a result, white flakes are formed, which easily roll off, removing a layer of dead particles, removing deep dirt.
After the procedure, you should thoroughly wash yourself with running water or a weak decoction of chamomile, after which you can apply a mask with a calming effect.
The second method of Hollywood peeling is with soap. This method is more gentle and therefore recommended for sensitive skin or the first cleansing sessions.
The algorithm is as follows:
- Beat the soap solution with a sponge or with your fingers until it is firm. The less water is used, the more active the action of the mixture will be, since water neutralizes the cleansing action of the mixture.
- Apply thick soapy lather to the epidermis in several layers, moving along the massage lines.
- In a small container, dilute the ready-made ampoule composition of calcium chloride. If a 10% concentrate is used, you can dilute it slightly with water to reduce the concentration.
- Apply the ampoule concentrate with your fingertips with light hammering movements. Fingers need to be moistened several times in the solution, then massage the areas until white lumps appear.
- Continue the massage until the flakes cleanse the skin "to a squeak".
After the exfoliation session, wash off the rest of the mixture with water, apply a soothing mask. It is important to act gently but intensely, avoiding sensitive areas around the eyes and lips, as well as mucous membranes.
Effect and required number of sessions
The Hollywood peeling procedure has proven to be effective. It is simple, versatile, affordable and affordable, since the main active ingredient can be purchased at any pharmacy.
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After several sessions, the following effect can be observed:
- the skin becomes smoother, fine wrinkles are eliminated;
- the tone is leveled, it becomes lighter, traces of hyperpigmentation are eliminated;
- the skin is cleared of excess sebum, impurities; looks fresher, healthier;
- restores tone and elasticity;
- sebum production is normalized;
- normalization of metabolic processes and microcirculation is observed.
This procedure belongs to the category of superficial cleansing procedures, peeling allows you to cleanse the epidermis from the stratum corneum.
For a lasting effect, it is necessary to conduct sessions with the course:
- For skin with increased sebum secretion, 5-6 procedures are sufficient with regular peeling once every 2 weeks. A repeated course is recommended after 6 months.
- To smooth out post-acne craters, scars, scars, small wrinkles, a course of 3-4 peeling sessions is recommended. Regularity - 1 session in 3 weeks.
- As a preventive measure and regular cleansing, peeling is carried out 1 time in 1-1.5 months.
The number of sessions is determined based on what kind of cosmetic problem is to be solved with the help of Hollywood peeling.
Follow-up skin care
After exfoliation of calcium chloride, post-peel care is required.
To prolong the cosmetic effect, as well as avoid negative consequences, it is important to follow the recommendations:
- If the procedure is carried out in the summer, before going out into the open sun, you must apply a sunscreen with a factor of at least SPF.
- For 2-3 days after the session, it is recommended to exclude physical activity, since intense sweating helps to slow down the regenerative processes of cells.
- In the first few days after exfoliation, it is worth providing maximum hydration; for washing, use softening foams and gels without aggressive components and abrasive particles.
It is recommended to peel in the evening, preferably just before bedtime. During the night, the epidermis will rest, recover after intensive cleansing with a chemical solution. Bed linen should be clean and fresh to avoid infection, bacteria entering the cleaned areas.
The active composition of calcium chloride is used in cosmetology to cleanse the skin. The instructions for use tell in detail how to apply the mixture correctly and safely at home. For a more pronounced aesthetic rejuvenating effect, the procedure can be combined with mesotherapy, laser biorevitalization, as well as other types of peelings.
Article design: Mila Friedan
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