How to use thermal water for your face

Everyone knows about the benefits of mineral water for our body. And, probably, there is not a single person who has never tried to quench their thirst with this miraculous liquid. And if you remember how many tourists a year visit mineral springs in different parts of the world in order to cure any diseases or simply improve their health, then truly such water can be considered a real healing gift of nature. Now imagine that there is a similar miraculous moisture intended for healing “outside”. And its name is “thermal water”.

What is thermal water?

Thermal water is a cosmetic product that consists of a liquid extracted from thermal springs underground. The mineralized composition of the product has a beneficial effect on the upper layer of the epidermis, and some types of waters even have a pharmaceutical effect, which allows them to be used in the treatment of many dermatological diseases.

Composition of thermal water

The composition of the product may vary markedly for each manufacturer. The amount of microelements depends on the place of extraction of thermal water, on the method of its production and on the type of skin for which it is intended.

Most often found in thermal baths: Calcium (Ca) is responsible for protective functions, Magnesium (Mg) fights inflammation, Sodium (Na) - preservation of minerals in the blood, Potassium (K) - moisture balance, Silicon (Si) is needed to maintain elasticity of the epidermis, chlorides and biocarbonates (soothing for the skin), etc.

What is thermal water needed for?

1. Refreshes the face at any time of the year, which is especially important in the heat and indoors in winter, where there are heating radiators that dry out the air.
2. Has anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effect.
3. Relieves irritation, fights peeling and acne.
4. Tightens pores.
5. Moisturizes the skin and allows it to “breathe”.
6. Normalizes water-lipid balance.
7. Improves the protective properties of the epidermis.
8. Gives the face a well-groomed, healthy look.

Disadvantages of thermal water:

1. Some customers complain that the thermal dries skin. If you have an oily face, then this disadvantage can even be considered an advantage of this product. And for dry and normal skin, you need to choose “water” specifically for the dry type of epidermis, since it contains a more gentle mineral composition.
2. Price. The production of thermal water is an expensive thing, if it is actually extracted from deep sources, which is reflected in the cost of the product.
3. The possibility of versatile use of a thermal heater completely depends on quality of the spray bottle. Here, as they say, “to each his own”: some people like a strong stream of miraculous liquid, others prefer light irrigation. Based on customer reviews, many admit that they changed the brand of water precisely because of the characteristics of the spray bottle, regardless of the quality of the product itself.
4. Puffy eye effect after using thermal water the night before bed. This phenomenon is not observed in everyone and depends on the characteristics of the body. Usually the swelling goes away quickly, but if you are not happy with this development of events, you can try applying a thermal bath, avoiding the area around the eyes.
5. addictive. Our skin gets used to a certain condition, and when you change something in your facial care program, you may feel some discomfort. This happens more often with rich cream. If a woman is used to feeling it on her face, then it is very difficult to refuse such a remedy, even if it harms the condition of the epidermis. The same thing happens with thermal water. Many regular customers of mineral water for the face admit that they no longer imagine how they managed without it before.

Various options for using thermal water in cosmetics and more

1. Under makeup.Thermal water can be applied immediately after washing or after applying the base. This will allow the skin to “breathe” under a layer of cosmetics, and the foundation will be better distributed on the face.
2. After makeup — We give cosmetics durability. Lightly spray your face after make-up and your makeup will not run off or smear, and the colors will remain bright for a long period of time. If you are afraid that your cosmetics will not withstand such exposure, then do not splash thermal water directly on your face, but spray it into the air, and then pass through the damp “cloud”.
3. Under day/night cream. After washing, spray a little thermal water on your face, wait a few seconds, blot off the excess with a paper napkin, apply serum and care cream to your face. Such manipulations with the thermal heater will help the skin prepare for the main course in the form of a cream, and, accordingly, absorb more of what is beneficial for its healthy appearance.
4. After chemical peeling, facial cleansing and other salon procedures.In this case, thermal water is needed for quick recovery.
5. After hair removal and depilation. Any hair removal is stress for the skin, the consequences of which are perfectly mitigated by a thermal bath. Mineral water for the epidermis will help mini-wounds heal faster after sugaring, waxing or epilator, and after shaving it will save you from irritation and redness.
6. While tanning: refreshes, moisturizes, does not interfere with the action of sunscreen.
7. After sunbathing: soothing and cooling.
8. Protecting hair from drying out. Thermal water will protect your hair during long exposure to the sun: spray the product not only on your skin, but also on your hair.
9. For clay based masks. It is believed that when such a mask is on the face for more than 10 minutes, the skin is injured. This problem can be easily solved if, as the clay dries, you spray a thermal spray directly on top of the mask.
10. To relieve swelling of the eyes. Moisten a cotton pad with thermal water and apply to your eyes for 10-15 minutes. The swelling will quickly subside.
11. As a basis for masks. Thermal water, in this case, is the best alternative to regular tap water. As a result, the mask works better, more nutrients appear, and they are absorbed faster.
12. Treatment of diaper rash in babies.Manufacturers advise using this product every time you change diapers. Just spray on the skin and let the liquid absorb a little. Just be careful, because not every thermal water is suitable for these purposes due to its composition. Always read the instructions for the product when purchasing. In addition, there is always a risk of an allergic reaction. Carefully monitor your baby's skin reaction, especially when using thermal water for the first time.
13. Wound healing. Some types of thermal water have a pronounced pharmaceutical effect: they relieve inflammation and accelerate healing, so many mothers use this wonderful water even in emergency cases, if the child is injured, has a broken knee or is scratched. A few sprays and the pain subsides and the wound heals faster.
14. After insect bites: relieves itching, redness, heals quickly.
15. Antistatic for clothes and hair. Electric hair is a common problem during the cold season. Irrigate your hair with a thermal spray and it will stop standing on end. We do the same with synthetic fabrics: spray a little water on the inside of the product, and the clothes will no longer “stick”.
16. Instead of an iron. Smoothes out wrinkles and creases if you spray the item and leave it to dry on a hanger.

Top best thermal waters, based on customer reviews:

Avène (low mineralized)

Not exactly a budget option (price 600-700 rubles in a pharmacy for 300 ml), but suitable for almost any skin type. The French company Aven offers thermal water in three volumes: 50 ml, 150 ml and 300 ml. A small bottle is more convenient to carry with you, but it is more economical to buy the largest bottle.

As the manufacturers assure, Aven thermal water is extracted from deep sources, bottled somewhere nearby without contact with sunlight, which destroys microelements, and then it ends up on store shelves.

Pros: French quality, excellent dispenser, no odor, versatility of use, suitable for the treatment of diaper rash in infants.

La Roche-posay (LRP)

It has almost identical characteristics to the product presented above, and even the price of these two waters is approximately the same, but the overall mineralization of LRP is higher, and the composition is richer: there is zinc, copper, and selenium.

Pros: French quality, convenient spray until the last spray, varied composition.

Belita-Vitex

A budget product from a renowned Belarusian manufacturer.

Compound: thermal water from the French Alps, good mineralization.

But it has a number of disadvantages: an inconvenient dispenser that emits a stream rather than a “cloud”, which does not allow it to be used specifically as a makeup fixer; the smell from the bottle, which not everyone likes (the liquid itself has no aroma). Currently, Belarusian developers have heeded the demands of customers, and the smell no longer appears when sprayed. But in general, water from Belita copes with the main functions perfectly.

What’s interesting is that, despite the not entirely successful attempt to create the ideal thermal heater, the rest of the products from the “blue” series deserve due attention. Many lovers of Belarusian cosmetics even claim that Belit creams and tonics based on thermal water are in no way inferior to the products of the elite brands Vichy and Aven.

The biggest advantage of this thermal water heater is its manufacturer, who knows a lot about creating high-quality and healthy water. The remaining advantages flow smoothly from the previous statement: a good composition of minerals that is suitable for almost every skin type, a convenient sprayer, and a laconic design. Everything about this water is good, except, probably, the price. A small bottle of 150 ml will cost an average of 1000 rubles.

The table below presents comparative characteristics of the composition of popular brands of thermal waters. The data is for informational purposes only, since even the same brand of water product may differ in composition due to the specifics of the extraction technology (usually the differences are minimal).

We are looking for answers to the questions: what is thermal water, what miracles can we expect from it, what is its composition - using the example of the best products, according to the editors of skin.ru.

1. What is thermal water
2. Facial functions
3. The benefits of thermal water
4. Rules of application
5. Composition and types of thermal water
6. How to choose thermal water
7. Review of the best products

What is thermal water

Thermal water is one of the types of groundwater with a high content of mineral salts. Making its way to the surface of the earth from depths of about 4-5 kilometers, the water is saturated with trace elements and salts. The deeper the thermal spring is located, the higher the concentration of useful mineral compounds.

Facial functions

Without exaggeration, thermal water can be called “living”. This natural remedy performs a number of functions:

relieves irritation and redness, soothes after exposure to the sun or traumatic aesthetic procedures;

saturates the skin with oxygen, beneficial microelements and minerals;

absorbs sebum;

completes the cleansing ritual;

maintains the level of moisture (not to be confused with “moisturizes”);

After applying thermal water, you need to blot your skin with a napkin.

The benefits of thermal water

People have been using the beneficial properties of this healing liquid for hundreds of years: they use it as an alternative or addition to medicines; visit balneological resorts for general health improvement; and, of course, buy thermal water in a spray to improve skin condition.

The main purpose of a cosmetic thermal bath is to refresh the face. It’s good if the bottle is on hand in the car, in the office, and in the gym.

An impressive dose of antioxidants in its composition, when used regularly, forms protection against free radicals.

Salts and trace elements dissolved in this water have a soothing effect on the skin. Thermal water has antibacterial properties, increases skin immunity, and quickly relieves redness and irritation.

After a traumatic facial aesthetic procedure, ask your cosmetologist to recommend the water that is right for you. The correct composition will promote the healing process and renewal of the upper layers of the epidermis.

Rules of application

It is generally accepted that it is enough to spray thermal water on your face to instantly give it a boost of freshness. It's actually not that simple. If you simply sprinkle water with a high salt content on your skin and stop there, the effect will be the opposite of what was expected. Water molecules will begin to evaporate, and mineral salts can cause dryness and tightness. To avoid this, stick to one of three application options:

immediately after spraying water, blot your face with a napkin;

Apply highly mineralized water before moisturizing cream, and after spraying, gently massage your facial skin with the pads of your fingers using light tapping movements;

Spray thermal water onto clean facial skin, and use the cream to “seal” the moisture rich in microelements.

And a few more life hacks related to the use of thermal water.

For intense hydration, use immediately after cleansing your skin. Let's say you washed your face with gel or foam and wiped your face with a cleansing tonic. Now you can spray thermal water on your face - it will become a conductor for the beneficial components of the product (serum or cream), which you will apply next.

Spray it on top of the care cream before applying foundation - and you don’t have to worry about your complexion until the evening.

To fix makeup, spray water on your face from a distance of 10-15 centimeters - so that a thin veil remains on the skin, not drops. Blot lightly with a napkin.

At the gym, spray water over your head: a pleasant cloud will instantly refresh your skin.

Thermal water in a spray refreshes the skin well and saturates it with minerals.

Composition and types of thermal water

Experts identify several types of water suitable for different skin types: hypotonic, isotonic, hypertonic.

How to choose thermal water

Based on the information given in the table, choose thermal water according to your skin type.

For those with oily skin, we recommend investing in thermal water containing sodium, sulfur and zinc. This composition not only refreshes and tones the skin, but also makes it more matte.

The sodium and potassium duo tend to give water a salty taste. This composition is good for normal skin, but for sensitive skin it may be harsh.

Review of the best products

Cosmetic brands that have the best thermal water, according to skin.ru editors, are La Roche-Posay and Vichy. Brands specialize in the production of cosmetics that make maximum use of the beneficial properties of thermal waters.

Vichy thermal water.

For Vichy products, water, rich in at least fifteen minerals, is extracted from the Lucas spring at the foot of a volcano in the French province of Auvergne.

Mineralizing thermal water Eau Thermal Minéralisante, Vichy, moisturizes the skin, normalizes pH levels, restores skin cells, saturating them with beneficial microelements.

Thermal water La Roche-Posay.

Thermal water Eau Thermale Peaux Sensible, La Roche-Posay is a salvation for sensitive skin. It contains mineral salts and oligoelements that maintain the physiological balance of skin suffering from irritation and dryness.

If you use water regularly, there is a chance to increase cell immunity thanks to the selenium contained in the water in a very high natural concentration. It instantly soothes sensitive skin, reduces reactivity and slows down the aging process.

1. - a bottle of thermal water.

Stress and unfavorable environmental conditions have a negative impact on the skin. Constant and high-quality care includes cleansing, nutrition and hydration. Thermal water is best suited for this purpose.

Originating deep underground and coming to the surface from underground geyser springs, thermal water is abundantly saturated with trace elements and natural minerals. A high-mineral product with unique properties contains potassium, bromine, sodium, iodine, calcium, iron, manganese. The rich composition of thermal water makes it more effective than ordinary mineral water. It normalizes the water-lipid balance of the skin, moisturizes and saturates it with useful substances, and also enhances the protective properties and accelerates cellular metabolism.

Thermal water is produced by many companies, the brands Avene, Roche-Posay, Vichy, and Black Pearl are especially popular; their products can only be bought in pharmacies. Pour water into an aerosol container directly near the source, which allows you to maintain sterile purity. Responsible manufacturers do not add cosmetic fragrances or parabens to the water. Clinical trials have proven that water is absolutely hypoallergenic and safe to use not only for adults, but also for children.

Thermal water is suitable for ongoing care of any skin type, especially sensitive skin. It refreshes and energizes the skin, enhances the effect of cosmetic preparations, helping them penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin. It is better to spray water on your face after cleansing before applying night or day cream. You can use it as needed to refresh and set your makeup.

When spraying thermal water on your face, leave it to soak in for a minute, blot off any excess with a napkin or leave the water to dry naturally. Night cream will work more effectively if, after removing makeup, you irrigate your face with thermal water, it will serve as a conductor of nutrients. Use it to prevent irritation after using a peeling or scrub; it will easily relieve problems and enrich the skin with minerals.

Thermal water eliminates the feeling of tightness, dryness, relieves redness, inflammation and swelling. Having a moisturizing effect, it, unlike ordinary water, does not evaporate from the surface of the skin, but creates a barrier that reduces the loss of natural internal moisture. Cosmetologists recommend an effective combination: mineral water to heal and rejuvenate the body from the inside, and thermal water from the outside.

1. how to use thermal water for the face

What is thermal water

Thermal water refers to water obtained from hot springs located at great depths. Its peculiarity lies in its unique composition, rich in useful minerals and trace elements. At its core, thermal water is the same as mineral water, but purer because it lies deeper and is also exposed to high temperatures and pressure.

Composition and benefits of thermal water for skin

The composition of thermal water depends on its place of origin. As a rule, it contains minerals necessary for maintaining healthy skin, such as magnesium, calcium, zinc, and selenium. Zinc has an anti-inflammatory effect, selenium has a powerful antioxidant effect. In addition, this water is rich in bicarbonates, which make the skin velvety and soft. It not only softens, but also perfectly tones, moisturizes the skin, relieves swelling, irritation, redness and eliminates discomfort caused by external factors.

How to choose thermal water

Thermal water can be different: hydrocarbonate, isotonic, sulfurous. The first has a highly ionic composition, which does not draw moisture from the dermis, but, on the contrary, helps fix it on the surface of the skin. In addition, it perfectly dries out inflammation and acne. Dermatologists recommend this water for those with problematic and oily skin. In addition, it is ideal for fixing makeup. Water with this composition is produced by the brands Bioderma, Vichy and Gamarde.

For dry and normal skin, isotonic thermal water, which has a neutral pH, is more suitable. It can be found in the brands Uriage, Selvert Thermal and Kora. If your goal is to get rid of skin problems in the form of acne, dermatologists advise using sulfur or silica thermal water. In addition to the healing effect, this water perfectly removes oily shine. Water brands La Roche-Posay and Soin D'Eau contain sulfur and selenium.

Thermal water has no contraindications. Dermatologists recommend using it for owners of any skin type and age.

Thermal water is replete with healing microelements and salts, which are generously shared with the skin only if the manufacturer has properly packaged it. The variety of bottles with thermal water makes your eyes dazzle. It can be placed in metal, plastic and even glass containers. In a plastic bottle, thermal water quickly loses its benefits. Therefore, manufacturers introduce preservatives into it so as not to shorten the shelf life.

It is better to opt for water in metal cylinders. Its price is higher, but it's worth it. This water will retain its healing properties for up to twelve months without any preservatives. It is better to avoid water in glass packaging, as it is not very practical.

The place of origin plays an important role in choosing thermal water. The recognized leader in production is the south of France. Meanwhile, dermatologists claim that thermal water from Russian sources is no worse than French.

How to use thermal water

Thermal water perfectly relieves irritation after sunburn or tanning, as well as after peeling or hair removal.

Dermatologists recommend spraying thermal water from a distance of at least 15 centimeters for five seconds. In this case, during the spraying process it is better to describe the figure eight. Water can be applied not only to the face, but also to the body. After spraying droplets of water, you can blot them with a clean paper napkin, but it is better not to do this and let the skin absorb them. Thermal water may tighten the skin slightly as it dries. This is a completely normal reaction to such a rich mineral composition.

Be sure to use thermal water in the morning. After washing your face, spray it on your face. A fresh cloud will invigorate the skin in seconds and normalize its water-salt balance. You should wait until the water is absorbed and then apply the day cream. For the best effect, while absorbing water droplets, you can massage: pat the skin with your fingertips.

Among other things, you can make homemade masks using thermal water. If you add a couple of drops of such water to any mask, the active components will penetrate deeper into the dermis. It can be safely sprayed onto clay masks. Water will slow down the drying of the clay and it will clean the pores much better.