No one doubts the benefits of daily skin cleansing. To this end, manufacturers of cosmetic products have released many expensive and cheap products. Lotion has taken a steady place in the set of cosmetic products for proper care. It is an important step in the daily cleansing of the skin, as it penetrates deep through the pores and successfully copes with various skin problems (acne, blackheads, excessive pigmentation, contamination from makeup). They are economical, easy to use and efficient.
Lotion is a liquid cosmetic product for skin, hair and other parts of the body in the form of a water-alcohol or aqueous solution, which includes active substances (vitamins, infusions of medicinal plants, organic substances).
Classification of cosmetic lotions
There is no single universally accepted classification of lotions, therefore, the separation of this product is based on the properties and declared characteristics of the manufacturer.
Depending on the purpose, they are hygienic and therapeutic, special purpose. Depending on the physiological characteristics of the skin of the face or head, lotions for normal and dry, oily, combination and problem skin. Lotions are made for hair, arms, legs and the whole body.
By consistency, they can be liquid, emulsion, jelly-like, ointment, waxy.
The composition of cosmetic lotion
The main component in the composition of the product is water, since the elasticity and elasticity of the lower and upper layers of the skin directly depends on the moisture level. The main objective of the cosmetic product is to maintain the moisture level at the optimal level - 80%. The next important component is ethyl alcohol (17-35%). It has the following actions:
- reduces the surface tension of water on the face (the effect of “tightness” of the skin);
- It has a tonic and softening effect;
- dissolves fatty contamination of the skin, providing degreasing;
- possesses astringent, antibacterial and deodorizing effect.
The composition of the cosmetic product contains biologically active substances.
Components for the production of lotions
Component | Act |
Fragrant substances | Aromatization of cosmetics |
Surfactants - Solubilizers | Decrease in alcohol concentration to the optimum percentage. Increasing the solubility of biologically active substances |
Glycerol | Skin softening |
Mineral
oils (e.g. perfume oil) | Soften the skin, dissolve active substances |
Lemon acid | It has a whitening and antiseptic effect |
Salicylic acid | Antiseptic and deodorizing effect |
Benzoic acid, camphor, menthol | Antiseptic effect |
Adipic acid | Improves skin tone |
Boric acid | It has a bleaching and disinfecting effect. Restores a slightly acidic skin reaction |
Aluminum salts | Skin softening |
Benzoic and ascorbic acids (weak solutions) | Skin softening |
Dermatotropic substances | Increase skin regenerative abilities |
Tannin, alum-alum alum | Astringent effect |
Organic acids, vitamins and minerals, enzymes, amino acids, flavonoids, essential oils found in plant extracts | Normalization of the functioning of skin cells, prevention of premature aging |
Fruit acids | Provide exfoliation of the stratum corneum and depigmentation of the skin |
Amethocaine, benzocaine | Skin irritation |
Benzalkonium chloride | Acts as an antiseptic |
Dye | Product coloring |
Cosmetic lotion may contain extracts of various medicinal plants: hawthorn, calendula, plantain, chamomile.
Functions
The table shows the main functionality of the product:
Cosmetic lotions: | Functions |
Hygienic purpose | - provide purification (from dust, dirt, cosmetics, sebaceous deposits, dead epidermal cells);
- have a refreshing, tonic effect;
- as an aftershave, disinfect and reduce skin irritation;
- reduce unwanted pigmentation, inflammation, acne and acne;
- used for rinsing and bathing.
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Therapeutic | - contribute to cleansing the skin;
- have a tonic, astringent and antiseptic effect;
- contribute to anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, antiseborrheic effect.
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Recommendations for use
Cosmetic lotion for the face must be applied taking into account its type. The alcohol content in them for different skin types is different: the drier the skin, the less alcohol should be. This is because even with a small percentage of alcohol in the cosmetic product, the skin is irritated and dried. Beauticians recommend using tonic lotion for people with normal, dry and sensitive skin.
When cleansing the face and body using bath disks. They lightly wipe the face in a circular motion, not touching the area around the eyes and lips. The figure shows the massage lines along which you must move. If it is very dirty, you can repeat the process with a new disc until you completely clean your face.
The use of body lotions
It is recommended to use body lotion after interacting with water from one to several times a day. The cosmetic product is applied in circular movements to slightly moistened skin - this will improve the absorption of the product and retain moisture in the upper layers of the epidermis. After these procedures, the skin will become moisturized and will retain elasticity for a long time.
Skin Care
Lotion “Hawthorn” - an aqueous-alcoholic solution containing hawthorn extract and a perfume composition. Ethyl alcohol predominates in the composition (from 70% to 75%). The active substance contributes to the destruction of free radicals.
The main actions of the tool :
- tonic effect;
- “Hawthorn” lotion has an astringent, wound healing and antiseptic effect;
- for aging skin performs anti-aging functions;
- regulates water balance and moisturizes the skin.
Women note that the results are visible after several applications - the skin becomes smooth, matte, wrinkles less noticeable, the complexion evens out. This is a tool that not only positively affects the skin, but also economical.
Dry Skin Care
Washing with soap in hard water is not suitable for this type of skin. For this, special toner lotions are designed, which do not contain ethyl alcohol. They may contain glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, polyhydric alcohols, panthenol, propylene glycol.
The Clean Line tonic lotion is intended for daily use and contains chamomile, nettle, yarrow, St. John's wort and celandine extract . The active substance helps to cope with irritation, cleanses dry skin from makeup and epidermal cells, tones and softens the skin.
After the application, women note that the Clean Line tonic lotion is suitable for all skin types: the herbs included in the composition soothe and nourish it. However, you should use the product with caution for representatives of sensitive skin.
Oily Skin Care
This type of skin is characterized by excessive secretion of sebum, so acne, acne and inflammation appear on the face.
Cosmetic alcohol lotions are produced using alcohol (from 35 to 40%). It is not recommended to increase its content, since the regular effect of a cosmetic product on the skin causes dryness and irritation.
Recently, manufacturers of facial care products prefer to produce alcohol-free lotions for oily skin, since it is believed that alcohol withers its surface, causing the release of sebum.
Cosmetic lotion for oily skin should have a simple composition and not contain dyes and fragrances - this is especially emphasized by ladies with such cosmetic problems.
Care for all skin types
Cosmetic lotion "Bread" in the composition contains cereal extracts. It has a moisturizing, tonic and soothing effect. Lotion refreshes the face and tightens pores. The manufacturer of cosmetic lotions used herbal extracts.
Honey Aroma Lotion. The basis includes honey extract, propolis and oat extract. It can be used for face and body. Many women note that the skin after its application becomes velvet and moisturized.
Cosmetic lotion has found its place among a huge number of cosmetic products.