Are facials effective in removing blemishes?Introducing the causes and countermeasures of stains!

Are facials effective in removing blemishes?Introducing the causes and countermeasures of stains!

There are many people who want to use a facial device to prevent blemishes, but are wondering if it is effective.Depending on the type of facial equipment, it can be said that the effect can be expected because it is equipped with a function that can approach stains.

In this article, we will explain in detail from basic information on what blemishes are in the first place, to four typical types of blemishes, methods of dealing with blemishes, and types of facial equipment that can be expected to be effective in removing blemishes.If you are worried about spots and want to use a facial device, please refer to it.

 

1. What is a stain?Introducing 4 representative types

A blemish is a condition in which melanin pigment is deposited on the skin.There are several types of blemishes, the most commonly known being "sunburn lentigo" that occurs when exposed to sunlight for a long time, but there are also other types such as "freckles", "post-inflammatory pigmentation" and "melasma". There are types of

Here, we will discuss the four most common types of stains.

 

1-1. Nikko Kuroko

Nikko lentigo is a dark spot that develops due to aging.In addition to the face, it can appear on exposed areas such as the hands, back, forearms, and upper back, mainly due to UV rays.Although there are individual differences, it begins to appear in the 20s and 30s, and the number increases and the color darkens with age.The color tends to be light brown to dark brown.

At first, it is flat and has relatively clear boundaries, but it gradually becomes raised with age.Nikko lentigines occur regardless of gender.

 

1-2. Freckles

Freckles can develop as early as 3 years old.It is characterized by many small round spots with a diameter of less than a few millimeters on the cheeks and around the nose.In many cases, the color is a lighter yellowish brown than general stains.The cause is said to be genetic.However, in order to protect the skin from the stimulation of ultraviolet rays, the intracellular enzyme tyrosinase is activated, and tyrosine changes to melanin pigment, which causes freckles, so it is also important to cover ultraviolet rays.

Freckles are most likely to occur during puberty in your teens and 10s, but they can continue to occur until around the age of 20.

 

1-3. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is pigmentation caused by inflammation.There are various causes of inflammation, such as acne, burns, cosmetic rashes, and insect bites.

The skin actively creates new cells to repair the damage caused by inflammation, but when creating skin cells, the melanin pigment-producing cells in the epidermal layer may be stimulated and overproduce melanin. .It gradually fades over time, but if the overproduced melanin stays inside the skin, it will become spots.

 

1-4. Melasma

Melasma is a blemish peculiar to women.It is characterized by being symmetrical around the cheekbones.It is said that the cause is the balance of female hormones, but it is exacerbated by the stimulation of ultraviolet rays.Other causes of worsening chloasma are hormonal imbalance due to stress and irritation caused by friction.Pregnancy and the use of oral contraceptives have been characterized as triggering or aggravating the development of chloasma.

Women in their 30s to 50s are most likely to develop chloasma.It is said that it gradually becomes thinner after menopause.

 

2. 3 ways to deal with blemishes

Wrinkles can make you look aged.For those who want to keep their skin youthful forever, here are some ways to deal with dark spots.UV rays are the main cause of blemishes.But there are other points to be aware of.

It is important to understand the cause of stains correctly and to take measures firmly on a daily basis.

 

2-1. Take UV protection

UV rays are the most common cause of increased black melanin, which is the source of spots and freckles.In order to prevent UV rays, it is important not only to apply sunscreen cream properly, but also to wear UV-blocking clothes and use a parasol with a high light blocking rate.Don't forget to reapply the sunscreen frequently because it will be washed away by sweat.

Also, it is important to use it all year round, not just in the summer, and to apply sunscreen without letting your guard down even on cloudy days.Even if you spend your time indoors or in a room with a large window, use a sunscreen with a low SPF.

 

2-2. Do not neglect skin care

Skin care, especially moisturizing, is also effective against spots.It can be expected to regulate skin turnover and promote the discharge of excess melanin.There are also cosmetics on the market that are designed to prevent or lighten spots and freckles caused by sunburn.

Vitamin C is one of the nutrients contained in commercial cosmetics that softens spots.Vitamin C suppresses the production of black melanin and is expected to restore oxidized and darkened black melanin to its original state.

"Vitamin C derivative", which is said to deliver vitamin C to the source of spots, and other ingredients such as "arbutin", "tranexamic acid" and "placenta extract" are also worth paying attention to.

 

2-3. Adjust your lifestyle

A regular lifestyle is very important to keep skin turnovers in order.Eat a well-balanced diet, get enough sleep, and exercise regularly.

In addition, smoking is said to have a negative effect on blemish countermeasures because nicotine destroys vitamin C in the body.Caffeinated beverages such as green tea, black tea, and coffee can also diffuse dark melanin and make dark spots worse.It is recommended to avoid caffeinated beverages.

In addition, hormonal balance is important to bring the skin turnover closer to normal.Stress and anxiety can also cause hormonal imbalance, so find a way to relieve stress that works for you.

 

3. What is a facial device that can be expected to remove stains?

A facial device is one example of a home-use beauty device that approaches blemish removal.Even if you use serums and cosmetics that are labeled for blemishes, it is often difficult to remove blemishes once they have formed.Home-use facial equipment that can easily care for blemishes that do not improve easily is popular.

There are various types of facial equipment, and each one has a different expected effect.There are two types of facial equipment that have the characteristic of softening blemishes: the “iontophoresis type” and the “LED type” introduced next.

 

3-1. Iontophoresis type

Iontophoresis type facial equipmentA facial device that penetrates beauty ingredients deep into the skin by passing a weak electric current through the skin.is.Unlike ultrasonic facial equipment, vibration does not occur.The skin has many layers, each of which is charged with positive and negative ions to prevent impurities from entering.The weak electric current in the skin normally works to prevent the penetration of lotion, but if you use an iontophoresis type facial device, you can overcome the barrier function of the skin surface and deliver beauty ingredients deep into the skin.

If you use an iontophoresis device, you will be able to penetrate deep into the skin the vitamin C derivative that softens blemishes.Depending on the beauty ingredients you use, you can also approach skin care and lifting.

 

3-2. LED type

LED type facial equipment is a facial equipment that emits a specific wavelength of LED.There are five colors of LEDs with different wavelengths, and it is also possible to emit "green" light that approaches blemishes.By irradiating green LED, it is said that pigmentation such as blemishes, acne scars, and scars can be softened.

As long as you follow the instructions for using the LED facial equipment, there is little burden on the skin, and there is no need to worry about side effects.However, continuous use for long periods of time will result in an accumulation of burdens.The intention of taking care of your skin may lead to skin troubles, so be sure to follow the instructions on how to use it.

 

Summary

Many spots are said to be caused by UV rays, aging, hormonal imbalance, etc., and it is important to take measures and care on a daily basis.In particular, take measures against UV rays and take good care of your skin.Also, when incorporating a facial device into care, it is recommended to use an iontophoresis type or LED type model that can be expected to be effective in removing stains.

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