What is ferul peeling
The cosmetic procedure belongs to the group of superficial chemical peels, since it affects only the top layer of skin. The cleansing effect is due to the removal of dead cells and the activation of metabolic processes.
What is ferulic acid
The basic ingredient of ferul peeling is the acid of the same name. It is of plant origin and is found in peanuts, apples, and oranges.
Ferulic acid has a mild cleansing effect and prevents the formation of thymol dimers, which at the DNA level are formed under the influence of ultraviolet rays and are associated with the production of melanin.
It is this disorder that causes dark circles under the eyes and age spots, and ferul peeling can eliminate these manifestations.
Mechanism of peeling effect on the skin
Ferulic acid has an antioxidant effect. This is possible due to the fact that there is an additional electron in the structure of the molecule, which helps the substance react with active oxygen and prevent oxidative processes.
In addition, the acid interacts with free radicals, which slows down the aging process.
Ferulic acid's ability to block the production of tyrosinase (an enzyme that accelerates melanin synthesis) helps in the fight against hyperpigmentation. Therefore, the substance is added to whitening creams and serums.
During peeling, the whitening effect is achieved by removing and renewing the surface layer of skin.
The essence of the procedure
Ferulic peeling is a superficial procedure based on the use of alpha hydroxy acids. These biologically active elements are present in berries, fruits and other plant products. Especially a lot of such acids are found in cereals and fruit seeds. They are also found in sugar cane.
In addition, the peeling composition contains elements for cleansing the epithelium. These include salicylic acid and resorcinol. Vitamins, minerals and other components are also used to perform the manipulation.
Indications for ferul peeling
This type of exfoliation has a long-term effect, so it can be used not only to combat facial skin problems, but also to prevent them.
Indications for use:
- peeling will be useful for people with oily or porous skin;
- the presence of acne, acne and post-acne, rosacea.
Thanks to this cosmetic procedure, you can cleanse your face and slow down the aging process.
Ferulic peeling is recommended for women over 35 years old, when active age-related changes in the skin occur, in particular, expression wrinkles appear.
Indications for the procedure also include pigmentation, including melasma, rash, and photoaging.
Indications
Ferulic peeling is recommended in the following situations:
- the appearance of acne and acne;
- excessive activity of the sebaceous glands;
- formation of seals on the face;
- severe dry skin;
- accumulation of keratinized cells;
- small facial wrinkles;
- prevention of aging processes.
A full course of such peeling helps improve the appearance of the skin. With the help of the procedure, it is possible to normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands and moisturize the dermis. In addition, the technique helps strengthen vascular walls, stimulate restoration processes, and destroy pathogenic bacteria.
Ferulic peeling normalizes blood circulation and strengthens local immunity. In addition, the procedure activates collagen synthesis and promotes rejuvenation of the dermis.
Stages of a facial procedure in the salon
Ferulic peeling is carried out in accordance with clear protocols, which consist of three stages:
- preparatory;
- main;
- care after the procedure.
Preparation
Before visiting a cosmetologist, you must use products based on fruit acids for 7-10 days. This applies to cleansing gels, tonics, and care creams. They will cleanse the skin so that peeling has the maximum effect, and also adapt it to the effects of acids, making the procedure more gentle.
Procedure protocol
The duration of the session usually does not exceed 30 minutes.
The cosmetologist first cleanses the face, treats it with degreasing lotion, and then lubricates sensitive areas such as the skin around the eyes and lips with a special cream.
Next, the skin is wiped with an oxygen spray made from thermal water.
And only after this, several layers of ferul peeling are applied at intervals of 2-3 minutes. During each such interval, the skin is treated with a special conditioner, which includes vitamin C.
The mixture must be kept on the skin for a certain time, which is calculated for each individual. The cosmetologist must monitor the condition of the upper layers of the skin. If any unpleasant sensations appear, for example, severe burning or itching, the mixture is removed.
At the end of the procedure, the peeling is washed off with water, and the face is covered first with a soothing mask and then with a moisturizer (if necessary, with sunscreen properties).
When cleaning with indelible peeling, you will need to treat the skin with a product containing 1% retinol, which should be washed off with water at home after 6-8 hours.
Price
The price of ferulic acid is quite high due to the difficulty of obtaining it, so this procedure costs a lot of money - on average at least 3 thousand rubles per session (price may vary depending on the level of the salon).
How often is peeling performed?
The main course of ferul peeling consists of 7 sessions at weekly intervals. The entire course can be repeated annually.
Contraindications
Despite the naturalness of the peeling composition, it is worth considering that it contains acid. This substance has a rather aggressive effect on the skin. Therefore, ferul peeling has many limitations.
These include the following:
- Exacerbation of herpetic infection. If papules and vesicles form on the lips, the procedure should be postponed until the dermis is completely restored. If this recommendation is not followed, peeling will cause the infection to spread.
- Allergic reactions to constituent substances. If you are intolerant to any of the ingredients of the peeling composition, you should refuse the manipulation.
- Open wounds. Ferulic acid provokes skin damage and can lead to worsening problems.
- Fever. In such a situation, exposure to acid can cause severe irritation. This is due to the warming effect of the manipulation.
- Pregnancy and lactation. During these periods, the skin reacts unpredictably to the use of cosmetic products.
The best drugs
If desired, all-season ferul peeling can be done at home. Both ready-made formulations and self-made products are suitable for this.
Biomatrix
This is a peeling that contains 30% mandelic acid and 5% ferulic acid. It has a pronounced comedolytic effect, effective in the fight against blackheads and spider veins. In addition, Biomatrix peeling stimulates the synthesis of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for skin turgor, and eliminates fine wrinkles.
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Stella Marina
Chemical peeling with ferulic acid (12%). The composition is additionally enriched with AHA 44, rutin and glycyrrhizic acid. To provide a cooling effect, essential oils of spearmint and peppermint are added to the product. Stella Marina has a deep rejuvenating and anti-rosacea effect, evens out skin tone, optimizes metabolism in the deep layers of the epidermis.
New Peel
In addition to ferulic acid, this Spanish product contains other fruit acids, as well as retinol. Ferulic acid neutralizes free radicals, thereby slowing down the aging process of the skin, and retinol stimulates protein production, increases skin density and elasticity, and prevents photoaging.
Mediderma
The line contains three products with different percentages of ferulic acid, additives and pH levels. Two of them are designed for all-season peeling and are suitable for all skin types.
The classic composition contains 12% ferulic acid and 5% florentine (stops the transport of glucose into cells). Ferulac Plus contains 8% ferulic acid. Additional substances: retinol, lactic, malic and citric acids.
The last component enhances the effect of the drug and helps in the fight against various rashes.
The use of the product helps to cope with photo- and bioaging, hyperpigmentation, skin dullness, decreased turgor, acne and post-acne.
Dermatime
This drug contains 12% ferulic acid. There are no additional components other than alcohol and water, so this peeling does not cause allergic reactions. Nevertheless, it has an effective cleansing effect, prevents premature aging of the skin, making it smoother and more elastic.
Natinuel
This is a professional peeling based on mandelic and ferulic acids. It has an antioxidant, disinfecting, polishing and revitalizing effect. Improves skin condition and strengthens its protective function. Suitable for all types except hypersensitive. May be used before and after sun exposure.
Review of effective professional products
To carry out this type of peeling, products from various pharmaceutical brands are used. They have different composition, acid content and cost.
The most effective peeling compositions include the following:
- Mediderma. This company offers a variety of peeling compositions. One of them is ferulic. The drug contains 35% mandelic and 5% ferulic acid. Acidity parameters are at 1.5. The product is considered quite aggressive. It can be used for medium and superficial peeling.
- The product of this brand has a fundamentally different composition. It contains 8% ferulic and 5% each citric, malic and lactic acids. The acidity index of the substance is 2.55. Since the product has a lower concentration of acids, it has a milder effect.
- Meillume Ferulic profi-peel. This is a substance from a Canadian manufacturer that contains a complex of useful acids - ferulic, ascorbic, malic. In addition, the product includes carrot juice and herbal ingredients. The acidity of the product is at the level of 1.8-2.4.
Features of carrying out at home
Modern cosmetic products with ferulic acid allow you to perform salon facial cleansing at home, which makes it possible to save money on visiting a cosmetologist. This became possible due to the fact that the drugs have a gentle effect on the skin and have almost no adverse reactions. You can purchase such products in pure form in ampoules and perform peeling with ferulic acid yourself.
With vitamin E
To perform peeling, you need to mix a vitamin E capsule, a 15% solution of ferulic acid and a 3% solution of alpha-lipoic acid. This composition allows you to strengthen the protective functions of the skin and at the same time have a cleansing and rejuvenating effect.
The product should be applied to previously cleansed and oil-free skin in several layers with a break of 1-3 minutes. It is recommended to use aloe gel for fixation. The peeling should be washed off after 6-12 hours, depending on the recommendations in the instructions for the cleansing composition.
With vitamin C
Vitamin C is involved in redox processes and increases protective functions. The product is applied in 2-4 layers depending on the condition of the skin.
Allow about 2-3 minutes between each coat to allow the product to absorb.
You need to wash off the peeling after 12 hours, for which warm water is suitable. After a few days, the skin may become covered with scales that cannot be removed on your own to avoid scarring. The crusts should fall off on their own.
With almond oil
Many companies produce almond-ferul peeling, but based on mandelic acid. At home, you can prepare an oil-based composition without exfoliating effect. To do this, you will need to prepare a mixture that consists of the following components:
- ferulic acid (12-15%);
- propylene glycol (15-18%);
- alpha lipoic acid (3%);
- oil and water (5%).
With retinol
This peeling will get rid of pronounced spider veins and swelling and tighten the skin. To prepare the product, you need to mix retinol ointment and ferulic acid (12-15%) in equal parts.
In this case, no preparation is required. You just need to remove your makeup and apply a dehydrator to dry your skin. After this, you can begin applying peeling using a cotton swab.
This must be done in several stages with an interval of 3 minutes between each of them. The last layer should be retinol. Next, the peeling needs to be secured with aloe gel.
It is necessary to wash off the drug with warm water after 12 hours. Two days after this, peeling will begin, which should go away on its own. Peeled films cannot be removed, otherwise there is a risk of scarring. You can speed up the skin cleansing process with moisturizers.
General rules for peeling at home
Before deciding to carry out the procedure at home, you need to study and strictly follow the procedure. When making your own peeling, special preparation using products with acids and a neutralizer is not required.
If you have chosen a professional composition, then you should strictly follow the salon protocol and follow all recommendations.
Additionally, you will need to purchase indicator strips to measure the acidity of the product. In this case, it should be at a pH level of 3-4.
Properties of ferulic acid
According to a 2002 Japanese study, this substance is able to seek out and destroy several types of free radicals in the body, including superoxides, hydroxyl radicals, and nitrogen oxides [1].
In 2004, Italian experts, based on the results of several studies, came to the conclusion that ferulic acid is a more powerful antioxidant than alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E), beta-carotene and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) [2]. And researchers from Duke University (North Carolina, USA) found that it acts synergistically (enhances the effect) on other antioxidants, including vitamins C and E [3]. Ferulic acid is believed to improve health and prevent certain diseases. In addition, it is used as a skin care product [4][5].
Healing period
Despite the fact that this is a gentle peeling, it still has a chemical effect, as a result of which the skin is damaged, which means it requires rehabilitation. The duration of the healing period is individual for everyone.
Prohibitions during rehabilitation
On the first day after the procedure, you must completely avoid contact with water. In addition, it is not recommended to touch your face with your hands, as there is a high risk of infection. For the same reason, it is strictly forbidden to remove crusts that have appeared (dead epithelial cells).
For 4-7 days it is not recommended to use decorative cosmetics, use scrubs or gommage for cleansing. There are also longer bans, for example, on visiting a solarium, bathhouse, or swimming pool (for several weeks).
Will there be peeling?
2-3 days after the procedure, slight peeling may appear, which quickly disappears. But its absence does not mean peeling is ineffective.
Skin care after peeling
To speed up recovery, it is recommended to use moisturizers that can strengthen the protective functions of the skin. These include creams with antioxidants, but they can only be used on the fourth day after the procedure. Additionally, the use of sunscreen may be required, especially in summer.
Efficiency
The procedure stimulates cell regeneration. Thanks to this, a noticeable rejuvenating effect is achieved. Ferulic acid helps improve the condition of the epithelium without causing damage to the deep layers. The manipulation allows you to achieve the following results:
- cleansing the dermis of dead cells;
- lifting effect due to stimulation of collagen and elastin production;
- activation of dermal regeneration processes;
- improvement of the hue and turgor of the epithelium;
- protection of the dermis from free radicals;
- reducing the severity of wrinkles;
- increasing the protective properties of the dermis;
- elimination of pigmentation;
- normalization of the sebaceous glands.
Ferulic peeling is a very effective procedure that allows you to achieve a number of beneficial effects. Today there are many varieties of this manipulation that are suitable for different skin types. To get noticeable results, you should contact a qualified cosmetologist.
Side effects and complications
Ferulic facial cleansing can cause an allergic reaction, which manifests itself in the form of swelling and rashes. To avoid this, it is recommended to test the products on an inconspicuous and sensitive area, such as the crook of your elbow or wrist.
To do this, you need to apply a small amount of the product, and after a day evaluate the result: if there is no redness or irritation, then the composition can be used.
In rare cases, the following may sometimes appear: peeling, redness, swelling, and a feeling of tightness. Within 2-4 days, all these symptoms disappear on their own. If this does not happen, it is recommended to visit a dermatologist.
Other beneficial properties for the body
Although ferulic acid is mainly used for skin care, scientists still remind that it has other beneficial properties for the human body.
It is believed that ferulic acid as a dietary supplement may be beneficial for people with osteoporosis and menopausal women (reduces hot flashes), as well as for the prevention of cancer and Alzheimer's disease.
According to studies conducted by Americans in 2002, ferulic acid helps lower blood pressure. Laboratory experiments conducted on mice showed that this compound causes blood vessels to dilate, causing blood pressure to decrease. And in 2013, experts found confirmation that ferulic acid improves the structure and functionality of the heart, blood vessels, liver and kidneys, especially if there is a history of high blood pressure. These experiments were also carried out on rodents, however, experts suggest that this substance has a similar effect in the human body.
After conducting experiments on mice, scientists also hypothesized that ferulic acid may be useful in treating diabetes. It turned out that this compound helps regulate blood sugar levels. Later, another interesting pattern was discovered. Ferulic acid combined with resveratrol reduces liver, kidney and pancreas damage in diabetic mice. Experts explain this effect by the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the substances mentioned.
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In addition, the ferulic compound is used as a preservative in the food industry and as a component of some medications. It is also used by athletes who want to increase muscle mass. However, due to the lack of sufficient information about the effects of ferulic acid on the human body, experts warn against long-term or regular use of dietary supplements containing it. To avoid complications or unwanted side effects, this substance should not be used for self-treatment of diabetes mellitus or cardiovascular disorders [5].
What side effects may there be?
Since ferul peeling is superficial, side effects after it are close to zero. Very little peeling or redness may occur, and allergic reactions are extremely rare.
Typically, irritation goes away within an hour or two after the session, and peeling after about a day. If protective measures are not followed, pigment spots may appear, so do not forget about cream with SPF.
Expected effect
The result will be visible approximately 5-7 days after peeling, when the facial skin is renewed. Then on the surface there will be cellular layers that have had time to recover, receive nutrition and care.
- The skin becomes smooth, even, as if younger.
- Freckles and age spots fade, the tone evens out.
The duration of “beauty” depends on many factors (age, skin condition, lifestyle, quality of daily care).
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Rehabilitation
Ferulic peeling is a serious salon procedure, the skin of the face must react to it. Even “professional” visitors will experience redness, but pain (tingling and burning) varies from person to person.
It is not wise to plan a social outing the next day, but compared to other chemical peel options, this procedure is considered to be well tolerated, causing less burns.
During the first days you may need additional moisturizing with products for sensitive skin; it is better to put off foundations and correctors. And cosmetologists are against it, and they will go to bed poorly (in the first days after peeling, the activity of the sebaceous glands increases).
On the third or fourth day, the top layer of the epidermis begins to peel off, the skin flakes off, and it is impossible to peel it dry.
If discomfort is severe, use mild cosmetic peels for sensitive skin while washing. Conventional remedies may not be suitable or may give an undesirable effect in the form of pimples.
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