Smoking definitely accelerates aging of the skin. Such an unhealthy habit makes the skin become relaxed, greyish tan and lose natural shiny look. To fight against this problem there are several different solutions that can help: creams, masks, peels, mesotherapy and ozone therapy.
Nicotine from cigarettes narrows blood vessels and slows down blood circulation. Carbon-dioxide from the smoke enters into the blood and destroys the clean oxygen from the red cells, causing the skin to relax, become greyish and without shyness and brilliance. To solve this problem, the best way is obviously to quit smoking. However, those ladies who still continue with this bad habit should start to have correct care about their skin, be it at home or with skin professionals.
Following a short conversation with beauticians, we found out that there are several easy ways for the best skin care right at home. Above all, the most important fact that female smokers, as well as any other woman, should know is proper skin cleaning. To do so, several treatments must be followed.
First, skin preparations should be used which help to clean and regenerate the skin. Most common products are herb oils, e.g. Palm-oil. When gel absorbs all impurities, wash it out with warm water. In this way, toxins are removed from skin pores and exchange of substances is encouraged, helping skin breathing. This kind of cleaning should be done at least every evening before going to sleep.
Second treatment is a light peel. Once or twice per week it is recommended to apply a light peel which removes dead cells after which skin becomes smooth and tight. During the peel phase, it’s wise to do a light massage which also improves microcirculation. If any part of the face is red or inflamed, peel shouldn’t be used. In this case it’s better to use mask, which has similar effects.
The third treatment is making skin younger through using face creams with antioxidants. These creams prevent process of aging and help to skin tan and elasticity. Creams with vitamins A and E, then vitamin groups C and B, and coenzyme Q10 are good because they stimulate regeneration of cells, provide sufficient oxygen to the skin and neutralize toxins. Vitamin C helps to make collagen and elastin which strengthens blood vessel walls and B helps to the regeneration of the skin.
Mask & Peel for healthier skin
To fight against bad tan and wrinkles, lifting and collagen masks are very useful. They should be worn at least once in a week before bed time because they go deep into the pores and stimulate circulation.
Beauticians claim that very useful products are creams with components for making skin moister and the most efficient ones are hyaluronic acid, urea and vitamin A and E.
If you feel like you are not ready to fight against ‘smoker skin’ problems by yourself, visit your recommended skin professional. For sure, they will find the best method for you!
The Esani Institute is a Paul Mitchell Partner School that offers courses in cosmetology and skin care. It helps students hone with their talent and passion for grooming and styling and gives them the skills and knowledge essential to become a successful professional.
