If you believe the commercials, there are many quick and "amazing" cosmetics and procedures in the world that women can use to get rid of wrinkles, cellulite, and unhealthy complexion permanently. But is it really so? Unfortunately, there are a number of services that are completely useless.
In addition, even effective cosmetic manipulations should not be abused. Some of them are potentially health hazards and should be used with caution when visiting proven salons and clinics.
The most useless cosmetic treatments
It may seem surprising, but the number of absolutely useless procedures is already close to ten. Services that impose such manipulations on women seek quick profits, and manufacturers deliberately add pleasant fragrances to their products and make them available in beautiful packaging to get people to buy as much as possible.
What women should definitely not spend money on, expecting real results:
- all anti-wrinkle products (cream, emulsion, mask). Unfortunately, the aging process is irreversible and cannot be reversed no matter what advertisers say. Over time, skin cells lose moisture, causing wrinkles to appear. Modern cosmetic developments with phytohormones and stem cells also have no "magic power", they only hydrate the skin, improving its appearance. You should use such cosmetics regularly and the visible effect will appear no earlier than one month after you start using it;
- cures for "dark circles under the eyes. "If anti-wrinkle creams have at least some moisturizing effect, these medications are common pacifiers. The fact that the constant dark circles under the eyes of 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 upper layers of the skin. You must deal with the treatment of chronic diseases or have adequate sleep;
- all tonics and creams. They do not contain nutrients. They consist of dyes, water, alcohol and flavors. Professional beauticians say that if one uses high quality cleansers, one does not have to buy any cream;
- cellulite agents. There is a diagnosis in medicine - fatty lipodystrophy. The obvious manifestation of cellulitis is severe metabolic disorders and lymphatic drainage. No cream and wrap should penetrate 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 with weight loss and systematic exercise. For severe cases of lipodystrophy, appropriate treatment should be given to reduce the manifestations;
- scrubs and peels. The manufacturers claim to gently remove all the dead particles from the skin, however, our skin itself can be perfectly regenerated without the use of additional resources;
- intimate hygiene products. Unlike advertising, they do not even out the PH environment in intimate places and do not prevent the appearance of genital diseases. For regular maintenance of hygiene, it is enough to use regular soap and not spend money on expensive and unnecessary gels;
- creams, ointments and exfoliations against stretch marks. Because postpartum stretch marks are cicatricial formations, no ointment can cope with them. In this case, even the laser or plastic is not always effective, so it is better to immediately give up using another manikin;
- cosmetics for breast augmentation. Another "scam" that cannot stimulate the growth of mammary gland tissue in any way. Breast size depends solely on genetics and can only be changed with the help of plastic surgery;
- tools for eyebrow thickening and hair growth. Like breast size, eyebrow and hair density also depends on genetics, and no cream can change that.
Types of cosmetic procedures
There are cosmetic treatments that can have a real effect. These include:
- mesotherapy. Special preparations in the form of cocktails are injected into the skin of the face using microneedles. The beautician selects the medications individually;
- face and neck contouring. It is designed to solve aesthetic problems by using fillers (skin fillers). The duration of the fillers varies. They contain hyaluronic acid. It should disintegrate completely after 4-12 months and should 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 reaching the muscles of the face. Muscles relax, wrinkles temporarily disappear;
- chemical peeling. There are different levels: from the surface to the deep. The top layer of skin is removed by chemical burning, smoothing the face and removing various blemishes;
- plastic surgery. Unlike other procedures, these are comprehensive surgical interventions performed by surgeons on the face and body.
Cosmetic procedures at home
You can do some cosmetic manipulations at home. This saves time and money:
- vacuum cup massage. The use of conventional medical cans is permitted. The skin is pre-lubricated with oil and the packaged container is gradually moved from the feet to the knees and buttocks. Duration of the session - 10-15 minutes;
- steam cleaning. It completely replaces 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 cream to your face and wash your face with cold water after handling.
Favorable days for cosmetic procedures
You can choose any day for the procedure, but you need to focus on the phases of the Moon:
- new moon. At this point, the Moon is not visible and man’s energy potential is weakened, so procedures are not recommended;
- 1 and 2 quarters of the moon in the growth phase. The best time for cosmetic manipulations;
- full moon. It usually has a negative effect on people, so it is advisable to refrain from going to the salon;
- 3 and 4 quarters of the moon in declining phase. A good opportunity for facial cleansing and especially medical procedures.
Also beware of phenomena such as the lunar and solar eclipses, as no procedures should be performed during this time.
Dangerous cosmetic procedures
Despite its effectiveness, it can be potentially dangerous:
- botox;
- hyaluronic acid;
- sewing with threads.
Botox contains a dangerous toxin that affects the nervous system. Of course, you should not leave the procedure completely, but you can do it 1-2 times a year, not more often. Otherwise, the poison will accumulate under the skin and may even be fatal. In addition, frequent use of botulinum toxin is associated with muscle cramps, all the way to paralysis and facial asymmetry.
Hyaluronic acid is sometimes retained in the tissues, accumulating fluid. This results in deformity of the face and the need for surgery. As for suturing with yarns, which are used to correct the shape of the face and cheekbones, there is a possibility of scars and metabolic disorders in the subcutaneous fat.
In pursuit of beauty, you must not lose your head. You must first learn to distinguish between effective procedures and deception, and you must not abuse manipulations that can be potentially dangerous.