If you believe the advertisements, there are many fast and "miraculous" cosmetics and procedures in the world that allow women to permanently get rid of wrinkles, cellulite and unhealthy skin. But is it really like that? Unfortunately, there are a number of services that are completely useless.
In addition, you should not abuse even the cosmetic manipulations that are effective. Some of them pose a potential health hazard and should be used with caution when visiting documented salons and clinics.
The most useless beauty treatments
It may seem surprising, but the number of absolutely useless procedures is now approaching at least ten. Services that impose such manipulations on women pursue the goal of quick profits, and manufacturers deliberately add pleasant scents to the products and expose them in beautiful packaging so that people buy them as much as possible.
What women certainly should not spend money on and expect a real result:
- all anti-wrinkle products (creams, emulsions, masks). Unfortunately, the aging process is irreversible and cannot be reversed no matter what advertisers say. Over time, skin cells lose moisture, which is why wrinkles appear. Even modern cosmetic developments with phytohormones and stem cells do not have "magical power", but only moisturize the skin and improve its appearance. You will need to use such cosmetics regularly and the visible effect will appear no earlier than one month after the start of use;
- remedies "from dark circles under the eyes. " If anti-wrinkle creams have at least one kind of moisturizing effect, these drugs are common pacifiers. The fact is that constant dark circles under the eyes in different colors and shades indicate a regular lack of sleep, chronic diseases. At best, the appearance of dark circles indicates that the blood vessels are close to the top layers of the skin. You need to deal with the treatment of chronic diseases or get enough sleep;
- all tonics and lotions. They contain no nutrients. They consist of dyes, water, alcohol and flavors. Professional cosmetologists say that if a person uses high quality cleansers, he does not need to buy any lotion;
- cellulite medicine. In medicine, there is a diagnosis - fatty lipodystrophy. Clear manifestations of cellulite occur in case of a severe metabolic disorder and lymphatic drainage. No creams and wraps can penetrate into the deep layers of the skin where this process takes place. The early stages of cellulite are completely natural, safe and almost invisible. They can be easily removed through weight loss and systematic training. For severe cases of lipodystrophy, appropriate treatment should be taken to reduce manifestations;
- scrubs and peels. Manufacturers claim that they carefully remove all dead particles from the skin, but our skin itself can renew itself perfectly without the use of additional means;
- products for intimate hygiene. Unlike advertising, they do not even exclude the PH environment in intimate places and do not prevent the appearance of diseases in the genital area. For regular maintenance of hygiene, it is enough to use ordinary soap and not spend money on expensive and unnecessary gels;
- creams, ointments and peels against stretch marks (striae). Since postpartum stretch marks are cicatricial formations, no ointment can handle them. Even a laser or plastic is far from always effective in this case, therefore it is better to immediately abandon the use of another dummy tool;
- cosmetics for breast augmentation. Another "scam" that in no way can stimulate the growth of glandular tissue in the mammary glands. Breast size depends solely on genetics and can only be changed using plastic surgery;
- means for thickening eyebrows and hair growth. Like breast size, the density of eyebrows and hair depends on genetics, and no amount of creams can change this.
Types of cosmetic procedures
There are beauty salon treatments that can have a real effect. These include:
- mesotherapy. Special formulations in the form of cocktails are injected into the facial skin using a microneedle. The beautician makes the selection of medicines on an individual basis;
- face and neck contouring. Designed to solve aesthetic problems using fillers (skin fillers). The duration of the fillers is different. They contain hyaluronic acid. After 4-12 months, it should completely dissolve and not cause side effects;
- botox. One of the "oldest" but effective cosmetic procedures based on botulinum toxin. This is one of the most effective ways to eliminate expression wrinkles. The introduction of botulinum toxin blocks the nerve impulse that goes to the muscles of the face. Muscles look relaxed and wrinkles disappear temporarily;
- chemical peeling. There are different levels: from superficial to deep. The top layer of the skin is removed using the method of chemical burns, smoothing of the face and removal of various defects;
- plastic surgery. Unlike other procedures, it is a series of full-fledged surgical procedures that surgeons perform on the face and body.
Cosmetic procedures at home
You can perform some cosmetic manipulations at home. This saves you both time and money:
- vacuum cupping massage. Use of conventional medical cans is permitted. The skin is pre-lubricated with oil and the delivered jar is gradually moved from the foot to the knee and gluteal area. Session duration - 10-15 minutes;
- steam cleaning. Replaces exactly the same procedure in the salon. You will need a pot of chamomile tea and a towel to cover your face and head. To prevent burns, apply a cream on your face, and after manipulation, wash your face with cold water.
Good days for cosmetic procedures
You can choose any day for the procedure, but you should focus on the phases of the moon:
- new moon. At this point, the moon is not visible and a person's energy potential is weakened, therefore procedures are not recommended;
- 1 and 2 quarters of the moon in the growth phase. The best time for cosmetic manipulations;
- full moon. As a rule, it has a negative effect on people, so it is recommended to refrain from going to the salon;
- 3 and 4 quarters of the moon in the waning phase. A good time for facial cleansing and especially for medical procedures.
Also beware of phenomena such as eclipses on the moon and the sun, as procedures should also not be performed during this time.
Dangerous cosmetic procedures
Despite its effectiveness, potentially dangerous can be:
- botox;
- hyaluronic acid;
- sewing with threads.
Botox contains a dangerous toxin that affects the nervous system. Of course, you should not completely abandon the procedure, but you can do it 1-2 times a year, not more often. Otherwise, the toxin accumulates under the skin and can even be fatal. In addition, the frequent use of botulinum toxin is fraught with muscle spasms up to paralysis and facial asymmetry.
Hyaluronic acid is sometimes stored in tissues and accumulates fluid. The result is a deformation of the face and the need for surgery. As for sewing with threads, which are used to correct the shape of the face and cheekbone, there is the possibility of scarring and metabolic disorders in the subcutaneous fat.
In the pursuit of beauty, do not lose your head. First of all, you need to learn to distinguish between effective procedures and deception and not abuse the manipulations that can be potentially dangerous.