Clear skin has been one of the goals of every woman since her teens. For the sake of its achievement, cosmetic procedures and means are used, many of which cost a lot of money. But the insidious T-zone can spoil the result.
The nose and the middle part of the forehead are a special area with an increased tendency to form acne and inflammation. In the T-zone, the sebaceous glands work several times more actively, so the risk of accumulation of excess sebum in the pores is higher. As a result, comedones are more common. Moreover, not only in adolescents during the age-related restructuring of the body, but also in adult women (and even men) with a malfunctioning hormonal system.
In this case, the usual daily facial skin care becomes of little use. You need a more serious product - a cleansing strip or nose sticker. It will save on expensive visits to the beautician. It remains to understand how to choose a product, taking into account the manufacturer, release form and composition.
To be precise, the sticker looks almost like a plaster. It has a dense rag base, and the back is adhesive, protected with a film. The impregnation of the adhesive side contains natural or chemical ingredients. The base material is paper, viscose or non-woven material. It all depends on the manufacturer.
Each strip is individually wrapped. A certain amount is packaged in boxes. Where to buy cleaning stickers is not the main question. They are sold in pharmacies, cosmetics stores. They can be ordered online from the online store. For example, on iHerb. But the site presents only one type of product - Nu Pore, and the number of negative reviews exceeds positive ones.
Therefore, before rushing to the pharmacy for strips, it is important to find out what stickers are, and what to look for when buying. Some can hardly be found in a specialized store. This often happens with Purederm, which cleanse well. But to be convinced or disappointed, you have to look for them.
Uncomplicated, at first glance, the product is specially designed for cleaning the nose. With him, arbitrariness (squeezing out comedones), due to which the pores remain enlarged, will stop. The pores will be able to get rid of dirt and shrink them. Why the nose will become smooth and beautiful.
What the cleansing strip is for is:
The product is also useful for those who like to frequently use thick decorative cosmetics. Such as a highlighter, foundation, powder.
To understand what and which side to stick the strips on, you need to read the instructions for use. It can be found in the packaging of any brand. But the effect will be genuine if you know how to use the strips correctly.
This means a few simple steps:
Frequent use of a cleanser is highly undesirable. The best option is in 1-2 days.
After removing the "patch", the epidermis on the nose may slightly redden. This is a normal reaction. It will return to normal color in 30 minutes.
For even more successful removal of blackheads, you should steam the T-zone just before using the strip. And then support it longer. For example, leave it all night. However, this method is only suitable if there are no contraindications.
The cleansing strips only seem harmless. In fact, you need to use them carefully. You should not buy the first pack you come across, expecting that it is suitable for all skin types. It may happen that this patch is absolutely incompatible with your type of dermis.
After familiarizing yourself with the function of the product, you should understand how best to use it. So, not every person should steam the epidermis before gluing. It is strictly prohibited if there is:
In this case, the nasal area should simply be moistened with water.
You cannot use a cleansing patch if:
By avoiding mistakes in choosing and using the tool correctly, then it will be possible to eliminate the existing problem.
There are enough popular models on sale. Therefore, it will be easy to find a tool that solves the problem to the maximum. Which strip is better to buy depends on the existing imperfections of the epidermis. But you also have to look at the price. An expensive product is not always the best. It happens, on the contrary, that the budget analogue copes with the task much better.
Nose strips are classified into the following types:
But the main difference lies in the impregnation. It is also, according to cosmetologists, the most valuable part of the product. The best manufacturers try to outdo each other and offer incredible impregnations.
The best composition is:
Stickers vary in price. The more extravagant the composition, the higher the cost. However, nobody forbade inexpensive, but high-quality products. They are in the ranking below.
When deep cleansing is required, the recommendations of cosmetologists sound products based on:
The stickers also vary in size. There are products that cover the entire area of the nose and the area around it, and there are those that affect only a part, for example, the wings of the nose. The selection criteria includes not only the size, color and composition of the impregnation. It is important to check the expiration date. If it turned out to be expired, then it is better to throw the packaging in the trash. In order not to aggravate the condition.
Thanks to clean pores, the epidermis "breathes".Therefore, it is important to remove sweat and sebum in time with the cleansing strips. Overall pore cleansing is best achieved when plant extracts are included in the sticky composition.
Chamomile helps with blemishes and pigmentation by lightening them. The extract also has an antiseptic effect. Scarlet and green tea additionally moisturize, soothe the epidermis and relieve redness.
Deep cleansing patches should be applied no more than once a week. If the skin condition is just awful, then 2-3 times. They deeply cleanse the epidermis, smoothen the skin and tighten pores.
Oily skin is characterized by fat plugs. Especially a lot and often they appear on the wings of the nose and chin.
There are special stickers for acne and oily sheen that cleanse the skin, tighten pores and tone them. Therefore, new dirt does not form in the depressions on the face.
Stripes attract variety, so it is easy to find the option that suits a particular skin. The manufacturer offers a patch for general or deep facial cleansing.
There are green tea stickers that cleanse the pores from various impurities, and also refresh, moisturize and soothe it. Charcoal patches are designed to remove comedones that are deeply embedded in the pores. Besides that they free up pores. The funds reduce the likelihood of new formation of sebaceous plugs.
Average price: 140 rubles \ 6 pcs.
Strips that have no analogues (or have not yet been found). The patches are uniquely shaped, so they can be conveniently positioned in the area that needs cleaning. The manufacturer put more strips for the forehead and chin in the package. So not a single area where there are enlarged and dirty pores is left unattended.
The plasters have a mild effect, which distinguishes them from their counterparts. After all, their impregnation contains fruit acids, which contribute to the rapid and high-quality softening of sebaceous plugs. Why they are easily removed from the pores! Users recommend that you first steam the T-zone well, then wash it and only at the end attach the patch.
Average price: 215 rubles / 6 pcs.
It doesn't take much effort to attach the strips. It is enough to slightly moisten the skin of the nose, and they will hold perfectly.
A special plaster precisely follows the shape of the nose. It is made of soft material and has an antiseptic effect. Therefore, the pores are not only cleansed, but also do not clog up for a long period after cleansing. Because from them all the microorganisms that cause inflammation are removed.
Average price: 900 rubles \ 5 pcs.
The strips are available in two types: white with hazelnut extract and black with charcoal. They are best used at the initial stage of pollution. They are also suitable for teenagers who do not have severe problems.
To get wet, the patches should be kept under water longer so that they get well wet. You should keep on the nose not 15 minutes, but half an hour. According to buyers, the shape of the patch is not very comfortable. Somewhere there is not enough paper, but somewhere it can touch the upper lip.
Average price: 239 rubles / 6 pcs.
Surprisingly, a product from a Chinese manufacturer was included in the rating of quality strips. However, on a legal basis. The patch well removes impurities from pores and especially blackheads.
The peculiarity of the tool is that it is divided into two parts. The first prepares the skin for the procedure. It expands pores and softens the sebaceous plug. The second part has an adhesive gel base that draws impurities from depressions in the skin.
The patches are made of medium density material. They have an antibacterial effect. The impregnation contains green tea extract, which soothes and moisturizes the skin. Another component is volcanic ash extract, which effectively removes all impurities. To get a visible effect, you should use the product 2 times a week.
Average price: 134 rubles / 5 pcs.
The South Korean manufacturer offers strips with the best composition. Therefore, the tool is in demand. The main components are snail mucus filtrate, panthenol, various plant extracts, activated carbon. Thanks to the latter, a pronounced effect is achieved.
The patch also nourishes and moisturizes the skin. The filtrate of snail mucus is capable of this. Not every day such a substance comes into contact with the face. But what can't you do for the beauty of your skin! The product is constantly featured in the advice of those who use South Korean cosmetics.
Average price: 260 rubles / 10 pcs.
Another product from South Korea that has received many positive reviews. Contains volcanic ash and bamboo extract. The first one removes oiliness and deeply cleanses the pores. The second has a calming and anti-inflammatory effect.
The patch has good adhesion, so you don't have to press hard on your nose to attach it. Thanks to the components, the skin will be cleared of most blackheads after the first procedure. It is only important to carefully remove the patch so that irritation does not appear. Therefore, the skin should be steamed well beforehand.
Average price: 310 rubles.
The nasal patches and strips allow for proper care of this delicate area of the face, keeping the skin clean and fresh.