How to use facial emulsion

Russian women are accustomed to applying moisturizer to their face after washing and cleansing, believing that this is quite enough. But Asian women use facial emulsion for these purposes, which is designed to “seal” moisture inside the skin cells. It is this product that makes their skin more well-groomed, beautiful and elastic, protecting against loss of elasticity and premature aging.

What is an emulsion and what is it for?

Emulsion for facial skin is very similar in texture to liquid cream. But hers is lighter, since it consists of fatty substances suspended in water. These substances include lanolin and vegetable oils. Contains the product and various natural additives in the form of beeswax, stearin, vitamin, and plant extracts.

The emulsion moisturizes the skin as deeply and quickly as possible. Unlike cream, it is applied to a slightly damp face within 2-3 seconds after washing or cleansing.

Initially, the product is aimed at dry skin, as well as those prone to allergies and irritations. But this does not mean that moisturizing the face with emulsion is contraindicated for owners of other skin types. Moreover, emulsions are divided into types: nourishing, soothing, cleansing, etc.

Choosing emulsions for your skin type

1. For dry skin, an emulsion consisting of emollient components (for example, aloe vera, bee milk, vitamins E, D, A) is suitable. If you need a product for dry, aging skin, then you should think about the components of mountain ash and St. John's wort. For normal skin, an emulsion containing menthol, lanolin or vitamin A, D will be an excellent moisturizer. But for sensitive skin, an emulsion with azulene and eucalyptus oil is just right. As for problem-free skin, here you need to focus on an emulsion with allantoin, eucalyptus and vitamin D.

By the way, the soothing emulsion is quite convenient to use not only for the face, but also for the whole body! It is an original remedy after visiting a solarium and sunbathing - it perfectly soothes the skin, saturates it with moisture and nourishes it.

The undoubted advantages of the emulsion

1. consists of natural ingredients;

Now that the basic introduction to this product is over, we offer a brief overview of popular emulsions.

PERFECTAL

Emulsion with micro silver particles, suitable for very dry and sensitive skin. Supports the skin's natural defenses, softening and moisturizing it; helps get rid of dead epidermis through cell renewal; refreshes, gives elasticity, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.

The emulsion, based on olive oil, is specially designed for aging skin. Having a non-sticky texture, it perfectly evens out the skin's texture and color, making it soft and silky by exfoliating dead epithelium and gentle nutrition.

An emulsion with numerous benefits for facial skin - narrowing pores, getting rid of flaking and redness, soothing and softening the skin, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. Extracts of camellia, witch hazel and Asian centella, tea tree and other natural ingredients help her in this.

Suitable for combination and normal facial skin with effective anti-aging effect. Due to active ingredients (creatine, gum, glycerin, thermal water), it makes the skin firm, elastic, velvety, radiant, narrowing pores and smoothing out wrinkles.

A moisturizing, quickly absorbing emulsion with a clear direction - giving the skin a matte appearance, fighting inflammation and dark spots, controlling sebum production. In this she is helped by echinacea extract, neem oil and flax seed, which play the “main violin” in the overall composition.

A product with a moisturizing function, it combines the effects of 3 different types - emulsion, toner and essence. Copes with moisturizing the skin, caring for it, giving increased tone and elasticity due to its renewing and rejuvenating properties.

An emulsion based on white crocus, porcelain rose and lily, as well as vitamin C, wheat sugar and wood, is a real salvation from pigmentation caused by various situations (skin aging, acne, sunbathing). From the first application, it actively protects and moisturizes the skin, promoting its natural color and radiance.

Is there a place for facial emulsion in your cosmetic bag? Are you satisfied with its moisturizing properties? Leave reviews and comments!

The daily skin care routine of almost every Asian woman necessarily contains 5 steps:

1. Cleansing;
2. Tonic/lotion;
3. Emulsion;
4. Essence/serum;
5. Moisturizing (cream).

"Some manufacturers offer an option where the serum is applied before the emulsion.."

The significance and functions of these tools seem to be quite clear, but still among these steps there is one that often raises questions: Emulsion.

In this article we will talk about it: what is an emulsion in Asian care, why is it at this particular level of care, why is it needed and why is it not a full-fledged alternative to cream.

The emulsion is a light moisturizer. Typically water-based, it has a light texture and is quickly absorbed. Very often people with oily or combination skin choose it to replace regular cream, but this is not entirely correct. Then what is it really needed for?

As mentioned above, the emulsion is used after applying toner or lotion, but before moisturizer.

Let's remember that why do you need tonics: In Asian skin care, toner is the first step after cleansing the skin.

If most toners from European brands are designed to normalize the pH balance of the skin, then the functions of Korean products include:

1. Normalization of pH balance;
2. Hydration;
3. Nutrition and stimulation.

It’s not for nothing that tonics are produced in liquid form (roughly speaking, they look like “water”). Due to their molecular structure, they are able to penetrate quite deeply into the skin: it has been proven that water has the best penetrating properties. Toners contain all the necessary substances that nourish the skin from the inside, in those layers where cream and other fattier, heavier products with a different molecular structure cannot penetrate.

Thus, tonic is an obligatory step in daily skin care: it is what prepares it for the correct perception of all subsequent skin care products.

The main function of the emulsion.

Once the skin has been deeply hydrated, it is necessary to provide a barrier that will prevent it from losing moisture: if this happens, the skin will not only be insufficiently hydrated, but will also not be able to properly accept subsequent care. The emulsion not only moisturizes and softens, but creates a lipid film on the skin and “seals” the toner (and sometimes serum or essence), preventing moisture evaporation.

Why is it so important to follow a strict order of application?

Products used in the Korean skincare regimen should be applied according to the “Light to Heavy” principle. Tonic in the form of water, water-based emulsion, serum and only after all this - cream.

As we have already said, when a tonic gets on the skin, it is able to penetrate into its deeper layers, and an emulsion, a fat-containing product, seals it. If you do the opposite, the liquid simply will not be able to penetrate the lipid film and there will be no effect.

Each of the products at one or another stage of skin care is carefully thought out: when creating it, all the properties of previous and subsequent steps are taken into account: consistency, density, fat content, functions, etc. Thus, the greatest effectiveness can only be achieved if a strict order is observed.

Using tonic and emulsion in winter.

There is a widespread stereotype that in the cold season, the skin can only be moisturized with fatty creams, and water (including water-based toner) will freeze and injure the skin. This is wrong. The fact is that freezing of water in the skin is possible only if the body temperature drops so much that it completely cools down. That is, this is completely impossible for a living person, regardless of the weather. The only thing that can and does happen is the freezing of water in the uppermost layer (epidermis), resulting in peeling. However, there are a few things to keep in mind during cold weather:

1. Do not neglect a complete multi-step procedure for moisturizing the skin. During the cold season, the skin suffers not only from bad weather, but also from dry air, a decrease in humidity is inevitable during the heating season. One cream is simply not able to fully moisturize and nourish, and this has been proven. Remember: it’s not just the top layer of the dermis that needs hydration!
2. Apply the cream at least an hour before going out into the cold. At this hour, water should evaporate from the moisturizer applied to the skin: this leads to cooling, which can lead to damage to the skin if it is exposed to frost at this time.
3. Pay special attention to the choice of products for the cold period. There are different cosmetics for different times of the year. In winter, it is recommended to use products containing oils, hyaluronic acid, aloe extracts, algae polysaccharides, antioxidants, etc.

Don't forget about sun protection! No matter how cold the weather may seem, harmful ultraviolet rays remain so, even if the intensity of the radiation is weaker.

To achieve the best effect, it is recommended to use toners and emulsions from the same series. Skin79 Snail Nutrition, Etude House Moistfull Collagen, Etude House Nutrifull Shea Butter and Mizon nourishing creams and balms are good options.

Don't forget to make nourishing masks, use serums and oils, and don't neglect BB creams: they are very good protectors in winter.

Today I continue the topic of Korean facial skin care and in this article we will talk about light moisturizers - emulsions. Korean facial emulsion is traditionally applied after an essence (serum) or toner as a stand-alone product or an intermediate product, followed by a cream.

The moisturizing stage in the Korean facial care system is one of the most important, because Asians believe that the skin should be constantly nourished with moisture. Otherwise, aging processes will begin, which are much more difficult to combat than to prevent.

What is an emulsion?

Emulsion is a cosmetic product with a weightless milky texture that is designed to moisturize all skin types. Many girls with oily and combination skin types limit themselves only to it. Dry and aging epidermis requires a heavier product - a cream.

home target emulsions - create a barrier on the skin that will thoroughly seal moisture into it. As a rule, the emulsion contains oil in very small quantities, which does not completely dissolve in water.

Owners of any skin type can choose the right product and solve any imperfections, which may include:

1. acne;
2. greasy shine;
3. peeling;
4. dull complexion;
5. dark spots;
6. dehydration;
7. inflammation;
8. wrinkles.

Those with oily skin will like the quick absorption of the emulsion, because when applied it practically does not leave a greasy film on the face. But in winter, unfortunately, it will be not enough and you will have to replace it with cream or use it together.

In some South Korean cosmetic lines, emulsion is called lotion, therefore, when purchasing a particular product, it is advisable to look at the sequence of application of the products; usually such a diagram is always given in online stores.

Finding an effective Korean emulsion is not difficult if you know your skin type. Its application is aimed at achieving the following effect:

1. nutrition;
2. hydration;
3. whitening;
4. shine;
5. even color;
6. freshness;
7. elasticity;
8. rejuvenation.

Emulsion also will not allow the skin to dry out under the influence of various devices that can harm it: batteries, heating pads, air conditioners, etc. Each of these products also contains a UV protection factor, but not so high that you forget to apply sunscreen.

How to use facial emulsion correctly?

To get the maximum benefit from using the emulsion, it’s worth preparing your skin a little:

But now it’s time for the emulsion; its use comes down to the following:

1. squeeze the required amount into your palm;
2. Apply with light patting movements on the face, as if driving the product into the skin;
3. warm up your hands by rubbing your palms together and apply them to your face.

Warm hands will allow the emulsion to penetrate deeper into the skin and thereby only enhance its effect. At first, you may observe slight redness of the skin, but this quickly passes and the face acquires a healthy and uniform color.

Emulsions are usually quite economical, from my own experience I know that these products last for a much longer period than creams. Their regular use will help fill the skin with life-giving moisture, thereby significantly softening it and reducing the severity of wrinkles.

Also, the use of emulsions is necessary for such skin cleansing, which is actively promoted in the Land of Morning Freshness, because when using hydrophilic oils, foams or gels for washing, our skin loses its protective layer and is deprived of natural lubrication. And emulsions can restore this balance with interest and the skin will once again shine with health and beauty.

What components does the above product contain?

Korean emulsions may contain many different beneficial ingredients, but very often you can find the following:

1. Aloe is an ingredient that is quite often found in Korean emulsions for both dry and oily skin, because it has both moisturizing and soothing properties. Aloe will help relieve inflammation, reduce dehydration, and saturate the skin with minerals and elements that this healing plant contains.
2. Black caviar is a very rare and unique component that is usually found in emulsions aimed at skin rejuvenation. Black caviar stimulates regenerative processes, blocks free radicals, and effectively fights all signs of skin aging.
3. Tea tree - a substance that usually reveals its valuable properties in emulsions for oily and combination skin, helps reduce inflammation and shine, reduces the appearance of acne, and soothes irritation.
4. Pearl is a unique component aimed at mattifying the skin and reducing the production of sebaceous glands, perfectly evening out the complexion and giving it a natural glow. Mainly found in emulsions for oily skin types.
5. Snail mucus is a substance with restorative and healing functions, suitable for all skin types, fights aging, eliminates visible signs of scars and acne, perfectly softens, nourishes, moisturizes and smoothes the epidermis.
6. Horse fat is the main moisturizing ingredient for dry skin, which is able to penetrate into the deep layers of the epidermis and work at the cellular level. Gives the skin a natural shine and even color, actively fights wrinkles.
7. Collagen is a substance that is famous for its anti-aging effect, capable of penetrating into the deep layers of the skin, replenishing moisture and smoothing out all types of wrinkles, as well as removing toxins and protecting the skin from negative environmental factors.

This is where I will conclude the article. For me personally, the emulsion turned out to be a very necessary cosmetic product, especially in the warm season, when you don’t want to overload your skin with creams, but rather make it fresh and at the same time sufficiently moisturized.

And emulsions from Korean manufacturers helped me a lot with this, because the beauty industry in the Land of Morning Freshness is developing at a frantic pace, trying to please the most demanding young ladies.