Tonic or lotion: what to buy? Differences and properties. Facial cleansing lotions Micellar water “Clean Skin” from Garnier

Cleansing the skin, especially before bed, is one of the necessary conditions preserving youth and beauty. Under no circumstances should you leave leftover cream overnight, no matter how good it is. This contributes to excessive heating of the skin, stagnation of venous blood and dilation of blood vessels, sagging, etc., and clogged pores interfere with the natural secretion of sebum, which makes it difficult for the skin to breathe and leads to infections and acne.

Therefore, simply blotting the face with a napkin is not at all sufficient for the normal process of night skin regeneration. Wet cleansing is necessary using lotion, which can be prepared at home. After all, store-bought lotions can sometimes also damage our skin due to their alcohol content, high content of detergents, lauryl sulfates and other surfactants.

Washing with lotion cleanses the skin of toxic products secreted by the sweat and sebaceous glands: dirt, germs, and sloughing cells of the skin epidermis; it helps maintain normal acidity and bactericidal properties, optimal respiration and blood circulation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.

Homemade lotions without alcohol

Herbal

Chamomile lotion for oily skin:
Pour 1 cup of boiling water over chamomile (1 tbsp) and calendula (1 tbsp) and leave for 20-30 minutes, then strain. The lotion can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

*Simply washing your face with a strong infusion of herbs such as string and chamomile is not only an excellent remedy for the skin, but also promotes the effect of tanning your face.

Herbal lotion:
Pour 7-8 tbsp. spoons of dry herb or chamomile inflorescences (you can use a mixture of these herbs) 1 liter of boiling water, and cover tightly with a lid and leave for 2 hours. Strain and use for wiping.

Hop lotion for oily skin:
Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 tablespoon hops, cover, and let cool completely. Then use the strained infusion as a lotion to cleanse your face in the morning and before bed.

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Bay leaf lotion for combination skin:
Pour 4-5 dry bay leaves with 1 glass of boiling water and let it brew for about 2-3 hours. Then use to wipe your face every day. The skin is cleansed well and becomes matte.

Nettle lotion for skin toning:
4-5 tbsp. l. chopped fresh nettle leaves (dry in winter) pour a glass of boiling water and leave for 30-40 minutes.

Sage lotion:
1 tbsp. l. sage pour a glass of boiling water. Leave for 2-5 hours and wipe your face.
sage extract relieves swelling and increases cell metabolism.

St. John's wort lotion:
Take 1 tablespoon of St. John's wort leaves and flowers, 1 glass of boiling water. Leave for 30 minutes, strain.

To remove acne on the skin, it is recommended to wipe your face with juice squeezed from fresh celandine grass, aloe leaves or birch sap. To do this, add half a glass boiled water 2 tablespoons of one of the above juices (you can use a mixture of these juices).

Citrus homemade lotions

Grapefruit toner for revitalizing skin:
Finely chop the fresh peel of one grapefruit and place in a non-metallic bowl. Pour half a glass of cold water. Leave for 3-5 hours. Afterwards, wipe your face morning and evening.

Grapefruit toner for facial rejuvenation:
Squeeze half a glass of juice from the pulp of grapefruits. Add 1 tablespoon to this juice lemon juice, and the same amount of vodka. Stir, pour into a bottle, and seal tightly. Leave for 2-3 days, then wipe your face with this infusion (shaking it beforehand).

Lemon toner for oily and combination skin:
Cut 1 small lemon into slices and pour 1 glass of cold water over it. mineral water. Cover with a lid and leave for 3-4 hours. Then strain and use to wipe your face in the mornings and evenings.

Flower homemade lotions

To make lotions and tonics, you can use flowers and leaves of various plants - roses, rosemary, rose hips, jasmine, hibiscus (Chinese rose).

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Pink lotion for oily skin:
Pour half a glass of fresh rose petals with the same amount of natural apple cider vinegar. Close the container with the mixture tightly with a lid and leave for 2 weeks. Then strain and dilute the infusion with 1 glass of cold mineral or boiled water.

Rose petals are the richest source of vitamin E, enzymes and valuable essential oils having a rejuvenating effect.

Pink water:
2 handfuls of fresh rose petals, preferably dark color, place in a jar. Pour a glass of sugar and pour 1 liter of warm, but not hot water with 1 tbsp. l. vinegar. After 2 hours, shake, strain and store in the refrigerator.

Lilac infusion for oily or combination skin:
Pour 2 tablespoons of fresh lilac flowers with a glass of boiling water, cover, and leave for 3-4 hours. Then strain and use as a lotion or as a face wash.

Violet lotion:
Take 1 tablespoon of tricolor violet, 1 tablespoon of horsetail, 1/2 tablespoon of linden leaves, 1/2 tablespoon of yarrow. Pour 1 cup of boiling water, leave for 20 minutes, strain. Store in a cool place for up to 5 days.

Hibiscus lotion:
1 tbsp. l. Pour a glass of boiling water over the hibiscus. Insist.
The extract from this flower tones and tightens the skin, while cleansing and refreshing it. Hibiscus toner is best suited for oily and combination skin.

Infusion from fresh plants:
Take chamomile flowers, marigolds, horsetail, yarrow, mint leaves, sage. Pour 1 tablespoon of the mixture into 1 cup of boiling water. Leave for 30 minutes, strain.

Rosemary for porous skin:
Brew 2 tbsp in 0.5 liters of boiled water. l. rosemary. Strain the broth and use it as a lotion. Rosemary helps clear clogged pores.
Rosemary infusions and lotions smooth out dull skin and prevent the appearance of wrinkles.

Whatever cleanser you prefer, you'll definitely find something cool in our selection! And to make it more convenient for you to choose, we have divided all products into “blocks”.

Micellar water

Micellar water appeared on the market much later than the usual gels and foams for washing, but quickly won the recognition and love of girls all over the world. Of course, because, unlike “colleagues”, micellar water copes well with the most persistent makeup, but does not require rinsing. The product got its name because of the micelles it contains - tiny particles that are liquid spherical crystals. These “babies,” like magnets, attract particles of fat and cosmetics from the surface of the skin and envelop them. After which all contaminants get inside the micelles, become their “core” and no longer come into contact with the skin. Micellar water is your ideal solution if:

• you are lazy to remove makeup before going to bed;
• you have sensitive skin;
• Are you looking for one eye and lip makeup remover?

Popular

Micellar water with Biore dispenser; Micellar water with arctic algae Micellar Cleansing Water, Skin Iceland; Two-phase micellar water Bi-Phase Micellar, Lumene; Two-phase makeup remover Eye&Lips Biocontura, EGIA.

Shower gel

The main function of washing gels is to remove impurities. Makeup is a secondary matter. But good gels do both tasks well. Some washing gels, in addition to their main function, also care for the skin, nourishing and moisturizing it. Cleansing gel is your ideal product if you:

• Do you like products with a “soapy” consistency?
• Do you like to cleanse your skin until it's squeaky clean?

Cleansing gel with fruit acids, HB; Pure Melt Cleansing Gel, Clarins; Cleansing gel Pure Clean Gel, KIKO Milano; Cleansing gel-foam “Basic care”, Garnier; Micellar gel Elixir Jeunesse, Yves Rocher; Quick Gentle Cleanser, Shiseido.

Cleansing foam

Foams or mousses for washing are a relatively new cleansing product. The main difference from gels is the foaming agent built into the bottle. Their main advantage is that you wash your face not with a concentrated gel, but with a soft foam with a reduced surfactant content. You should wash your face with foam if you:

• owner of oily or combination skin;
• love light airy textures.

Micellar cleansing foam Mousse D'Eau Micellaire Nettoyante, La Roche-Posay; Soft foam cleanser Silky Purifying Creamy Soap, SENSAI; Shea cream-foam cleanser, L’Occitane; Soft phyto-foam Gentle Herbal Cleansing Foam, Kypwell; Soft foam for washing Weleda;

Makeup remover balm and milk

Makeup remover balm and milk are an ideal option for those girls who not only like to wash their face, but want their skin to “squeak” from cleanliness! And no additional products after washing! It is also important that, in addition to cleansing, the product has some useful properties, for example, nourishes, moisturizes or fights wrinkles. Choose a balm or milk for makeup removal if you:

• Are you looking for a gentle cleanser with a creamy texture?
• owner of dry and sensitive skin;
• You rarely use long-lasting cosmetics.

Galacticleanse Cleansing Balm, GlamGlow; Uplifting & Revitalizing Cleanser, NAIRIAN; Bioregene makeup remover milk, Cholley; Moisturizing Cleansing Milk, Natura Siberica; Zero Residue Make-Up Removing Balm, PUPA.

Tonic and oil

What are the benefits of cleansing toners? These are a kind of “energy cocktails” for tired skin! Many girls prefer tonics because after using them the skin looks fresh and rested. Take a closer look at cleansing tonics if you:

• owner of oily or oily skin;
• I'm unhappy with the color of my face.

Cleansing oils for the face are not yet very popular on the Russian market, but we believe that soon our girls will “try” them too. Many are simply afraid of them, fearing the appearance of allergies or oily sheen. It is important to choose the right product that suits your skin type, and then the result will definitely please you! You should try cleansing oil if you:

• owner of dry and dehydrated skin;
• noticed the first age-related changes;
• You often wear waterproof makeup.

Vitamin lotion-tonic “Rosehip”, Clean Line; Black oil for facial cleansing, Erborian; Perfecting toner Purete Thermale, VICHY; Cleansing oil, Berezka Lab; Non-alcohol cleansing toner Equalizing Toner, SkinCeuticals.

Cleansing is one of the main procedures in facial care. How we do this every day affects the health and beauty of our skin. How does correct cleansing differ from incorrect cleansing? WITH the creator of the organic cosmetics brand Pure Love Katerina Karpova shared with us step by step instructions on cleansing the face and talked about the five main mistakes that many of us make in the bathroom.

Step-by-step instructions for clear and healthy skin

1. Gentle cleansing (makeup remover)

Cleansing begins with washing with special products - this can be a cleansing gel, foam, milk or lotion. Apply the product to the skin using circular movements with your fingertips. Then the face is thoroughly rinsed with water. The water temperature should be slightly warm (not cold or hot) - then dilation and constriction of blood vessels does not occur, which is especially important for those with “fragile” vessels and those who have inflammation on the skin. After washing with water, gently pat your face with a towel.

✩ In urban environments, water is often of poor quality; if possible, wash with filtered or bottled water.

2. Toning

After basic cleansing, the face is refreshed with tonic or lotion, removing any remaining cleanser, soothing the skin and balancing its Ph. Floral waters, amino acids, and plant extracts are very beneficial for the face. Organic toners do not contain chemical ingredients and do not leave a film on the face.

✩ After tonic or lotion, a moisturizing or nourishing cream is applied to the face, and if necessary, it can be included in the care and serum. After applying the cream, you can also do a small facial massage - with light patting movements.

3. Deep cleansing 1-2 times a week

For complete care, it is necessary to deep cleanse the skin 1-2 times a week. Lately I prefer enzymatic peels (with Bacillus bacteria) or masks with papain and bromelain. They very carefully cleanse the skin of the face without mechanical damage. Cleansing occurs due to the disruption of connections between corneocytes (flat scales) of the stratum corneum, due to which the skin is renewed. Such products can be used even for sensitive skin, plus they do not provoke photosensitivity of the skin and are suitable for use in the summer.

✩ If dead cells are not removed in a timely manner, they can clog the sebaceous ducts and thereby cause inflammation or cause premature aging of the skin.

For combination and oily skin It is also useful to use clay masks - they help cleanse the face of excess sebum. They can be enriched with vegetable or essential oils.

Scrubs are not for everyone. They are contraindicated for people with sensitive or problematic skin. Small particles of scrub from natural ingredients can cause microtraumas, irritating the skin of the face, and also spread infection to neighboring areas. The use of scrubs that contain plastic granules is not very environmentally friendly, since they do not decompose and, if they end up in drains, harm the environment.

Do I need to cleanse my skin twice a day? Or is it enough to wash your face well in the evening and just wipe your face with toner in the morning?

The advice of cosmetologists differs on this issue. Some believe that it is necessary to cleanse the face both morning and evening using foams and gels, others say that using a toner in the morning is enough, and more powerful products are needed for the evening. For myself, I chose the second option. And as a rule, opinions coincide that frequent cleansing with surfactants is not recommended for anyone - this does not make the skin cleaner, but only increases dehydration, dryness and disruption of normal metabolism. Here it is also important to pay attention to age - after 40 years, it is recommended to use milk in the morning for gentle aftercare.

5 main mistakes in cleansing your skin

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Incorrect determination of skin type → incorrect choice of products. For example, dehydrated skin is often confused with dry skin. A dry skin type is one that does not have enough of its lipids; such skin is very thin and sometimes even looks like porcelain. Dehydrated is one that needs additional hydration. Such skin can be of combination or even oily type. If pores are noticeable on your face, it is most likely a combination type.

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Frequently washing your skin leads to dry skin and disruption of its barrier layer. Squeaky doesn't mean good. On the contrary, oily skin needs a very gentle cleansing, without irritating elements.

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Leave cleanser on skin too long. Most of them need to be applied only for a short time (no more than 20 seconds) and then washed off with water. If cleansing is not enough, it is better to apply the product again than to leave it on the skin for a long time and massage the face. This way you will get more benefits for skin health and a minimum of negative effects from the cleansing procedure.

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Using water that is too hot or too cold. Washing is carried out only warm water. For those who have signs of rosacea, cold water, ice and especially hot water are contraindicated.

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Harsh effect on skin. Cleansing must be done gently and gently. Strong pressure and sudden movements will only lead to the opposite effect.

* The first part is about proper cleansing of the skin -.

Facial lotions are a necessary element of care. Immediately after cleansing, the skin needs to restore its hydro-lipid balance and eliminate dryness. Without this, the effect of other cosmetic products will not be complete.

When applied to damp skin, lotions or tonics retain water molecules in the skin, increase its elasticity, and prevent the appearance of peeling. Cleansing lotions containing alcohol are necessary to combat rashes and prevent the spread of infection to healthy areas of the skin. Any lotion should be applied immediately after cleansing, so its effect will be as effective as possible.

We have compiled a list of the best face lotions based on expert assessments and reviews from real customers. Our recommendations will help you make a choice that suits your needs and desires. There are many competitors in the beauty industry, but we have selected the best manufacturers and recommend paying special attention to them:

1. Holy Land
2. Bioderma
3. La Roche-Posay

For oily skin For combination skin No alcohol For all skin types Cleansing Moisturizing Mattifying

*Prices are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change without notice.

Facial lotions: For oily skin

*from user reviews

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Main advantages

• A moisturizing lotion that helps cope with dry skin, restores its pH after washing, and prepares it for the application of other cosmetics.
• Contains glycerin, xylitol and hexyldecanol. All these substances retain moisture in the skin, form a weightless film, preventing the evaporation of water from its surface
• Niacinamide and allantoin soften the stratum corneum, stimulate intercellular metabolism, and act as an antioxidant. Thanks to them, the lotion gradually evens out skin tone, brightens pores, and heals inflammation.
• Apple extract enhances the effect of beneficial components, which strengthens the walls of blood vessels and increases skin elasticity.
• The lotion has no distinct odor, spreads well, is absorbed, and does not leave a sticky film.

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Facial lotions: Mattifying

For oily skin/ Mattifying / Cleansing

Facial lotion is a cosmetic product that many women enjoy. As a skin care product, the lotion penetrates deep into the skin and helps fight skin problems. It can be cosmetic or moisturizing, for dry or normal skin. The correct choice can affect the final result.

To fully care for the dermis, you need to use a lotion to deeply cleanse the skin. Few people know that such a product is not inferior to expensive creams. Using lotion you can solve the problem of acne, dark spots on the skin and other diseases of the upper and deep layers of the epidermis.

Benefits of the product

Being a basic product in cosmetology, lotion perfectly cleanses the skin. If the composition of the product is natural, then it can have a healing effect.

There are several reasons why you need facial lotion:

• it removes dirt, sebum, and cosmetics from the skin;
• eliminates the remains of dead cells;
• fights inflammation;
• disinfects the skin;
• slows down the aging process;
• removes signs of fatigue.

In order for the drug to have an effect and not cause harm, you need to choose the right composition, know how to use this cosmetics, and in the case of self-production, select the correct proportions.

Instructions for use

Features of application:

• Before use, you should check the reaction on your wrist. After applying the product, you need to wait a few hours. If there are no rashes or itching, then it is safe to use the composition;
• After washing, the lotion is applied in the morning and evening;
• The product prepared at home should be stored in a dark and cool place.

By following such simple instructions, you can get the maximum benefit from such a simple procedure.

Types of lotions

The composition and properties of the product determine its classification. Usually there are therapeutic and prophylactic lotions. The product is also characterized by skin type, that is, for dry, combination, oily and normal. Which product is better to choose - the buyer decides independently or consults a dermatologist.

Composition and components

To choose the right product, you need to understand the composition and main components. The main component is water, which maintains moisture levels. The second important component is alcohol. Ethanol tones and has a softening effect. In addition, it degreases the skin and has a tonic and disinfectant effect.

Components that the lotion contains:

If the product contains natural ingredients, then it may contain extracts of chamomile, calendula, hawthorn, sea buckthorn and other herbs.

Functions of the tool

If the product is intended for hygienic use, it provides cleansing, tones the skin, and relieves irritation. In addition, it can reduce the formation of acne, as well as prevent inflammation.

The remedy cleanses, has a tonic and antiseptic effect. Medicinal compositions have septic and bactericidal properties.

In order not to harm normal and dry skin, you can use tonics that are alcohol-free or contain a minimal amount of it. You need to wipe your face in circular motions without touching the skin of the lips and the area around the eyes. If the composition is used on the body, then it must be applied to the moistened dermis.

The composition for dry dermis should not contain alcohol. Glycerin, propylene, and panthenol are welcome in this lotion. Extracts of chamomile, St. John's wort, celandine and nettle actively cleanse dry dermis of pollution. Medicinal herbs can soothe and nourish the skin. Herbs may also be suitable for sensitive skin.

Oily skin becomes shiny. More oil and acne appear on it. In order not to provoke the production of sebum, manufacturers of cosmetics for this type of skin try not to use alcohol in their composition. It is advisable to use a product that does not contain dyes or strong fragrances. A good lotion should not contain more than 40% alcohol.

Moisturizing facial lotion

A moisturizing facial lotion can replace moisturizer. The first product is absorbed faster and easier to apply; it does not create a greasy effect and does not clog pores. This product should be used not only for dry and sensitive skin types, but also for normal ones. During the summer season moisturizing lotion replaces cream.

Oils that do not pose any danger to oily skin are responsible for moisturizing in this product. Such oils can be olive oil, argan oil, as well as other types of exotic oils.

You need to apply a moisturizing tonic on. After application, massage the skin for two minutes in a circular motion. There is no need to rinse off the product. Important avoid contact with the eye area. Other skin care products have been developed for such delicate areas of the skin.