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Facial cleansing

I decide to book a facial cleansing, everything seems clear and simple, and then it begins: What type of cleansing do you need? Just remove blackheads or also get rid of comedones, etc.

Some patients find such questions annoying, but they are important, and I will explain why!

To perform the procedure properly, time is needed. Each type of facial cleansing is a different technique, meaning the time required varies.

The specific facial cleansing method a patient needs, as well as the frequency and number of procedures, is determined individually by the doctor. Let’s look at the types, indications, contraindications, and special recommendations from the doctor at I.D.Clinic.

Facial cleansing is a cosmetic skincare procedure aimed at cleansing the surface of the epidermis and pores from dead skin cells, open and closed comedones, milia, and excess sebum.

Types of Facial Cleansing:

Atraumatic – suitable for all skin types, helps make the skin silky, soft, and clean, with no recovery period or redness. It is performed using special products designed for cleansing, moisturizing, nourishing, and restoring the skin.
Ultrasonic – a hardware procedure that is non-traumatic and completely painless. It is performed using a special ultrasonic scrubber. During the procedure, ultrasound cleanses the skin of blockages and comedones, removing dead skin cells and sebum.
Mechanical – performed manually (by hand) and with special tools, allowing for deeper cleansing of the skin from excess dead cells, sebum, open and closed comedones, and milia.
Combined – includes several skin treatment methods for the best results, usually a combination of manual and ultrasonic cleansing. This method takes into account all skin features, deeply cleansing certain areas while gently treating others.

When Facial Cleansing is Needed:

Oily or combination skin type
Open comedones
Closed comedones
Sebaceous plugs
Milia
Enlarged pores
Hyperkeratosis (excessive skin thickening)
Prevention of inflammatory elements (papules, pustules)
To reduce “purging” (a temporary skin reaction to active ingredients that manifests as an increase in breakouts) before starting topical or systemic acne treatment, or before introducing actives into a skincare routine

Contraindications:

Acute respiratory infections (fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat)
Active herpesvirus infection
Skin integrity disorders (cuts and wounds) in the treatment area, recent tanning
Severe forms of acne (Stage III-IV)
Chronic skin diseases in the acute stage
High blood pressure, blood disorders, use of anticoagulants
Tendency to keloid scar formation
Decompensated diabetes
Oncology of any type

Our Recommendations After the Procedure:

Avoid touching the face with hands
Do not use decorative cosmetics on the same day
Change pillowcases to clean ones
Sanitize your phone with an antiseptic
Avoid saunas, pools, or gyms for 2-3 days
Do not use active ingredients like retinol or acids for 3-4 days
Avoid other cosmetic procedures for 7 days
Do not expose your skin to direct sunlight
Always use sunscreen
If peeling occurs (a normal skin reaction), do not pick at scabs, as this may lead to scars or pigmentation; instead, use moisturizing products
If new breakouts appear, do not squeeze them to prevent infection spread; use an SOS treatment instead
Avoid facial scrubs with abrasive particles
Use a skincare routine recommended by your cosmetologist

The team of professionals at I.D.Clinic wishes you health and beauty.