Make-up remover milk: what is it, how to choose and use it?
In the modern world, the choice of various cosmetic products is huge. The same applies to various products used to remove makeup. This article will focus on such a variety as milk.
What it is?
The history of the emergence of this cosmetic product goes deep into ancient times - when the Egyptian queen Cleopatra lived. It is known that she was especially fond of milk baths. The current cosmetic milk is an analogue of natural milk, used exclusively for external use. So, for the purpose of cleansing, special varieties of milk are used for washing the face, as well as for removing makeup.
The principles of manufacturing this product consist in combining fats, liquids, and other components. The product is suitable for different age categories, it is also characterized by a light effect.
Advantages and disadvantages
The use of milk has several advantages. It does not dry out the skin and does not leave the feeling of tightness that can occur with many other cleansers. This is due to its moisturizing properties - the upper layers of the skin are perfectly saturated with moisture. In addition, the milk perfectly softens, does not leave irritation, perfectly cleans the remains of cosmetics, especially decorative ones. It is able to remove both ordinary cosmetics and waterproof ones. The rich structure has a beneficial effect on mature skin.
As a disadvantage of milk, one should point out the fact that when applied to oily skin, the feeling of an oily film on the face is created. To avoid this, you can use a tonic or wash your face with plain water.
So, the milk is recommended to be used by owners of dry, sensitive skin, women prone to irritation of the epidermis and working in offices with dry air, upon reaching 40-50 years old, to remove waterproof cosmetics.
Composition
The composition of the milk contains components that maintain the balance of the skin of the face, preventing the sensation of dryness. Various oils, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, all kinds of amino acids and emulsifiers act as moisturizing ingredients. Also often found is milk, enriched with natural herbal ingredients, such as chamomile, and minerals, products with lactic acid.
Lactic acid in the composition has an invaluable effect: it is able to make the skin even, reduce flaking, improve complexion, eliminate traces of scars from rashes, fights against increased pigmentation, and eliminates inflammation. In the list of components, it is indicated as ANA-acid. Its alpha hydroxy acid properties provide exfoliating properties.
But unlike glycolic lactic acid, it is softer. Its content in milk complies with the established norm of effectiveness and safety for stabilizing the functions of the skin. Lactic acid regenerates, restores the protective function of the epidermis.
Varieties
The main types of milk are skin cleansers and makeup removers, including waterproof ones. The second option is distinguished by a higher concentration of active ingredients, which allows you to more effectively fight pollution and at the same time provide a protective effect on the skin.
Types of milk are also classified depending on the direction of action.
With a smoothing effect
Suitable for mature skin, on which wrinkles appear, which indicates a violation of the uniformity of the skin. The active components of such milk are designed to activate skin processes, produce protein and stimulate the fight against wrinkles at the cellular level.
Hypoallergenic
Designed for owners of sensitive skin, does not contain aggressive components, substances that can provoke an allergic reaction, prevents irritation and redness of the skin.
Cleansing
The milk is intended both for cleansing the face and for removing makeup, reducing redness and inflammation. Such means can basically be used by everyone, regardless of age. The main ingredients are usually chamomile extract, mineral.
Moisturizing
It is able to provide emergency assistance to dehydrated skin, to prevent the early appearance of wrinkles due to lack of moisture. Maintains the hydrobalance of the epidermis and restores the lipid film on the skin.
Nutritious
This milk contains ingredients capable of delivering vitamins and minerals to every cell, it nourishes and softens the skin, thereby giving it a healthy, radiant appearance.
Micellar
Well suited for dry to normal skin, it perfectly cleanses and moisturizes. It combines the properties of micellar water and cosmetic milk, which allows you to repair damage and nourish the surface, drawing out accumulated toxins and bacteria from it.
Manufacturers
Many manufacturers are competing to bring the best product to the market. To increase the rating of their products, they use various active substances that allow not only to cleanse the skin, but also to nourish it and fill it with life.
One of the most demanded products today are face care products from Korean manufacturers. Widely represented brands Deoprose, Missha, Farm stay... It should be noted that many funds from Korea have a whitening effect, reduce the severity of pigmentation. So, users like Erborian milk, which combines the best traditions of French-Korean cosmetics. It moisturizes and smoothes, improving the appearance and texture of the skin, while providing a toning and softening effect.
Belarusian cosmetics at the moment it is gaining popularity, the assortment is wide: intensive milk for removing make-up, tonic milk with lumispheres, ultra-moisturizing and biphasic.
For a relatively low price, you can purchase funds from companies such as Vitex, Belita, Belkosmex, etc.
Selection by skin type
Dry and sensitive
In this case, products that include olive oil, oat extracts, calendula, and various herbal extracts are well suited. For aging skin, you should choose products that enhance regeneration, containing lactic acid and complex moisturizers, for example: "Aquaregeneration" from Premium professional, Visage (Academie), Hydrating Cleansing Milk (Histomer), etc.
Normal and combined
Suitable products of natural origin with various plant extracts capable of removing toxins. Example - Garnier Skin Naturals essential care.
Oily and problematic
You should choose funds whose active substances are capable of normalizing the activity of the sebaceous glands: Gentle Cleansing Milk WISH (Christina), Claire de Nature Make-up Remover Milk For Oily Skin... Suitable for oily skin with signs of aging Sebum & Age Control series from Premium Professional. It successfully combines differential components to normalize the work of the sebaceous glands and substances aimed at reducing the severity of age-related skin changes, neutralizing the effects of adverse environmental factors.
How to use it correctly?
The principle of using milk is quite simple: you need to apply the product on a cotton pad and treat your face, remove eye makeup. The movements should correspond to the massage lines of the face - this will help to avoid excessive tension on the skin. It should be remembered that pressing and rubbing movements can leave redness. The sequence of cleansing: lips, eyes, face completely.
It will be easier to remove mascara if you first apply the disc with the agent to your closed eyes for a few seconds, then slide it in the direction from the base to the tips of the lashes.
There are various components in the milk, you need to pay attention to the instructions, whether you need to rinse with water. The advantage of the main types of milk is that you do not need to wash your face after use, however, if you feel discomfort in the form of a feeling of a fatty film on your face, you can wash off the excess.
Facial skin care is the basis for a healthy and radiant appearance. The first thing that the interlocutors pay attention to is the face, so to create a positive image, you should not neglect the basics of cosmetic procedures. The skin needs to be cleansed and toned in a timely manner, therefore, when choosing cosmetics, you should determine the main tasks that you want to solve, the type of skin and the production line.
The use of milk, in turn, will help you gently and effectively remove makeup and impurities from the skin.
How to make milk with your own hands, see below.