Acid Tonics for Face

Tonic is the second stage of 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. Acid tonics not only tone up the skin of the face, but also help in the fight against skin imperfections like comedones, clogged pores, small inflammations, pigmentation, dull and lifeless surface, fine wrinkles. The list of useful properties of the acidic composition can be continued for a long time, therefore, we proceed immediately to the description of its significant advantages.

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

1. Tonic with acids will be needed for girls and women with problem skin: the product 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 cornified layer, 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 moisturizes the skin and saturates it with useful trace elements.

Acids can be divided into two broad categories:

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

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

Exfoliating tonic with lactic, almond, 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 preferential when choosing a tonic for the skin of the face, while the pH level of the PH product should be within 3-4 (ideally 4) for its effective operation. The tonic regenerating for the scalp fights dandruff and stimulates hair growth, the list of its properties is impressive.

• BHA - betahydroxyacids - the second type, which is distinguished by lipid solubility, they are able to penetrate into the pores and “work” in the deeper layers of the epidermis. Salicylic acid, an effective aid in combating comedones of various degrees and depths, is a BHA acid. 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 to avoid drying out the skin.

Tonic with salicylic base is excellent for owners of combination, oily, problem skin, because they have the properties to suspend the production of sebum, reduce enlarged pores and give the skin a pleasant matte texture.

Tonic is chosen from the type of skin: for problem epidermis with inflammation, black dots should opt for BHA - betahydroxyacids, or salicylic acid. The component is based on aspirin and has the ability to fight bacteria and inflammation, removes redness.

Hydroacids destroy the connection between the proteins of the stratum corneum of the skin and dissolve it, exfoliate the surface of the skin and give it shine, so salicylic acid in the tonic should be chosen for women with blocked pores, comedones, inflammations, shallow pigmented spots from acne, those with marked increased production of subcutaneous fat and shine in the T-zone.

When choosing a tonic with acid, you should pay attention to its concentration (its level is indicated on the packaging by the manufacturers): for salicylic solution it is worthwhile to focus on a concentration of 1-2%, but not less than 0.5, for a tonic with fruit acids, 5-10%. It is important to take into account the pH level of PH: for BHA it is usually 3-4 units, a larger amount reduces the effectiveness of tonic.

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

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

Before the first use, it is worthwhile to make a test for an allergic reaction: apply lotion on the skin of the arm's bend and wait 5-10 minutes; if redness or itching has not formed, it can be safely applied to the skin of the face. If the face lotion causes burning sensation, redness, it should be immediately washed off and stop further use.

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

Aravia lotion contains chamomile extract and peppermint essential oil as the main components. It is intended for cleansing the epidermis before the procedure of paraffin therapy, toning.

Norel gel lotion is a high concentration of mandelic acid and does not have alcohol. It perfectly cleans the skin of the face and fights against the cornified layer of the epidermis, improving the texture and complexion.Lumene cleansing tonic with a set of fruit acids created for the transformation of the skin; It contains bilberry, orange, lemon, sugarcane and arctic cloudberry extracts. Tonic Arkady with fruit acids cleanse the skin, chamomile extract, malt, calendula soothe it.

The lotion of the Stopproblem brand is based on salicylic acid and effectively fights inflammation and skin rashes, that is, it will become an ideal ally for combating imperfections for oily and combination skin. There is no alcohol in the composition of the Stopproblem tonic. Amway ARTISTRY HYDRA-V refreshes the skin and normalizes the lipid balance.

Acid lotions cause real delight among the owners of imperfect epidermis, and especially the work of the funds noted by girls with small rashes from the enhanced work of the sebaceous glands. Girls no longer injure the skin with scrubs, using tonic with acids in the composition, choosing the right concentration.