In some cases, stress is useful and helps us accumulate resources to, for example, achieve a goal. But if it turns into a chronic stage, it has a bad effect on our emotional state, physical health and, of course, on the skin. Today we will talk about it: how stress affects the epidermis, what problems can arise because of it, and what solutions modern cosmetology offers. How the skin reacts to stress When we feel stressed, hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline are produced in the body. One of their main tasks is the maximum mobilization of internal resources: the heartbeat increases, the energy level and reaction speed increase, which allows us to react quickly to external stimuli or circumstances. Frequent stress...
Care for combination skin requires increased attention. While the center of the face or the so-called T-zone, which consists of the forehead, nose and chin, is prone to oiliness, the cheeks remain dry. However, the right cosmetics for combination skin can maintain the balance of the skin without causing damage and dryness. How to determine combination skin? Do you have acne in the center of your face, shiny skin and clogged pores, while your cheeks, temples and eye area are dry or even tight? Then you have combination skinRules of care for combination skin: Gentle cleaning Choose products that mattify the T-zone, but do not dry out the cheeks and the area around the eyes. The cleansing foam easily removes make-up and...
When choosing a cream, serum or face mask, you need to pay attention to active substances. What are some of the best cosmetic ingredients?Hyaluronic acid Hyaluronic acid is contained in skin cells, but after thirty years its level decreases, and there is a need to apply it to the skin. Hyaluronic acid perfectly moisturizes (each molecule can hold more water than its own weight), eliminates free radicals, promotes regeneration, as it supports the natural process of collagen and elastin formation, and also smoothes not only small, but also deep wrinkles.Retinol Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, has been an indispensable component of cosmetics for 40 years. Effectively fights pigment spots, as well as fine and deep wrinkles, strengthens the skin,...
The skin under the eyes is the most delicate and thin part of the face. Active facial expressions, stress, lack of sleep lead to the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles in the corners of the eyes. Coping with them will help patches - effective cosmetics for the sensitive area. What are patches for? Patches look like pouches soaked in a cosmetic substance. During close contact with the body, they warm up, and useful elements are quickly absorbed, penetrating the skin cells. Hydrogel patches under the eyes are very convenient because they stay on the face perfectly. They were glued for 20 minutes, and you can go about your business without fear that they will come off. This tool has a complex...
Sebaceous glands perform several important functions at once: they secrete sebum (skin fat), remove toxins and ensure cell respiration. But there is one problem: in owners of combination and oily skin, their ducts (pores) can expand and become noticeable. This happens due to the fact that dirt, cosmetic residues, keratinized cells of the epidermis accumulate in them, due to which their walls expand, black spots and inflammation appear. How to narrow them down? Let's consider different ways.If you want them to look less noticeable, then you need to follow a comprehensive approach — choose healthy food, clean and moisturize your skin daily, and regularly exfoliate. What components to look for in cosmetics:Acids ANA and RNA help clean the surface of the...
