Today it is quite possible to slightly rejuvenate and refresh your face without plastic surgery and even without visiting a cosmetologist. To do this, you need to choose the right care products, and special attention should be paid to peeling - a drug that exfoliates the upper layer of the dermis. It activates the regeneration process of the skin, regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands, smoothes the face and improves its color. There are many different peelings - both professional (for salons) and those included in the mass market category. The Mary Kay company produces cosmetic products intended for home use. Find out what Mary Kay facial peels are in the line and how effective they are.
About company
The cosmetics corporation, which now boasts considerable success, originated in 1963 in Dallas as a protest against discrimination against women at work. The founder of the brand, Mary Kay Ash, repeatedly faced the fact that men were paid much higher salaries or were appointed to high positions, while the fair sex could only dream of career achievements. Tired of injustice, Mary Kay, who had almost 25 years of experience in direct sales, founded her own business.
Today the company is engaged in the production and sale of cosmetics, perfumes and personal care products for men and women. Consultants not only sell branded products, but also teach everyone how to properly care for their skin by organizing master classes. At one time, this business model became innovative.
In 2018, Mary Kay Inc. celebrated its 55th anniversary. The corporation approached the solemn date with considerable baggage. Here are just some of her achievements:
- one of the three most respectable companies in America (according to the Reputation Institute);
- included in the top ten best skin care brands and in the TOP 15 brands that deal with decorative cosmetics around the world (according to Euromonitor International);
- 5th place in the ranking of global companies specializing in direct sales;
- title of the best employer on the Forbes list (30 thousand Americans took part in the survey. The research was conducted by the marketing company Statista);
- Mary Kay products are sold by 3 million consultants in almost 40 countries around the world.
Attention! The company's cosmetics are certified in Russia and are prohibited for sale through kiosks, shops, and markets. You can buy it via the Internet (including the official Mary Kay website), as well as directly from consultants. The company continues to specialize in direct sales.
Types of peelings
In the category of cleansing and exfoliating products, there are several peelings and scrubs for the face, body, and also separately for lips and hands. All products are included in different skin care lines. For maximum effectiveness, it is advisable to simultaneously use several drugs from the same series.
Updating TimeWise
It is the first stage of the facial skin care system of the same name. It is a white cream with aluminum oxide microcrystals. They delicately exfoliate and remove dead dermis cells. The hard particles feel like fine sand or diamond dust.
The renewing peeling also contains caffeine, an antioxidant that protects the skin from harmful factors and enhances blood microcirculation. Due to the content of softening and moisturizing ingredients, the product is easily applied to the face and instantly gives it a feeling of comfort. Available in 70 ml tubes. The cost on the company’s official website is 1,450 rubles.
TimeWise peeling renews, nourishes and polishes the skin, giving it a healthy, radiant appearance. Enriches dermal cells with oxygen and reduces pores. Universal for any skin type and tone. You should use peeling no more than 2-3 times a week. In this case, the desired break between procedures is 3 days. Instructions:
- Cleanse your face with the skincare products you are used to using.
- Apply a little preparation to the skin. Please note: it must be damp.
- Using consistent movements in a circle, gently massage the dermis with the edges of your fingers.
- Rinse your skin with plenty of warm water and lightly dry your face with a towel.
- Use a serum against enlarged pores or a cream that will moisturize the skin.
TimeWise peeling system
Consists of TimeWise renewing peeling and pore-tightening serum (volume - 29 ml). The cost of the set is 2950 rubles. Before the rebranding, the system was called Microderma. After updating the packaging, the composition and purpose of the products did not change. The serum includes:
- extracts of sea corals and evodia fruits - soothe and soften the skin;
- tinctures of soybean and Albizia Lankaran - strengthen the structure of the dermis, reduce the number of enlarged pores;
- extracts of green tea and lavender - inhibit the aging process, protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation and other negativity from the environment, tone and nourish the dermis;
- cardamom extract - antiseptic;
- apple and raspberry tinctures - refresh, moisturize, and vitaminize the skin.
Like the renewing peeling, the serum from the set can also be purchased separately. In this case, its cost will be 1650 rubles.
You need to use the system like this:
- Apply a little TimeWise peeling to previously cleansed, damp skin.
- Gently massage your face using light circular movements.
- Rinse it with warm water, then pat dry gently with a terry towel.
- Distribute the serum over your face. Move strictly along the massage lines.
- Finally, treat your skin with moisturizer.
Advice. Unlike the peeling in this series, the serum is recommended for everyday use. To reduce pores and make your skin smoother, use the product twice a day: in the morning and before bed.
Peeling Revealing Radiance
Included in the category of anti-aging skin care products. Revealing Radiance is called a chemical peel due to its glycolic acid content. The effectiveness of the product is confirmed by clinical studies. The experiment involved 42 women who used peeling twice a week for a month. According to reviews from volunteers, after 14 days the skin literally glows and becomes much better in texture, expression lines are slightly smoothed out. Some women note the immediate effect of Revealing Radiance peeling. The product costs 3,500 rubles for a 48 ml bottle.
In addition to an effective exfoliant - glycolic acid, the peeling contains a set of plant extracts that soothe the skin and make it possible to carry out a delicate procedure 2 times a week. Moisturizing ingredients maintain the water balance of the dermis. This composition ensures that Revealing Radiance peeling:
- instantly cleanses and exfoliates the epidermis;
- accelerates skin renewal, promotes its youth and radiance;
- smoothes the dermis, eliminates unevenness;
- regenerates the skin not only on the surface, but also acts at the level of deeper layers;
- increases the effectiveness of other facial care products.
Peeling should be applied in the evening, with a minimum pause of 3 days between procedures. The instructions are simple:
- Clean the dermis well and pat it gently with a soft towel.
- Apply a thin layer of peeling to dry skin, avoiding the area around the eyes.
- Gently rub the product into your face.
- Wait 10 minutes and rinse off with plenty of warm water. Dry with a towel.
- Use a moisturizer or other skincare product (such as serum).
- Do not leave the peel on your face overnight.
Attention! Mary Kay also produces scrubs: for the face - Botanical Effects, for lips - sugar scrub Satin Lips, for the body - Satin Body, for hands - Satin Hands.
What does the brand offer?
Updating TimeWise
A gentle exfoliating cream suitable for all skin types. Contains tiny aluminum oxide crystals that exfoliate dead epidermal cells and smooth out wrinkles.
Caffeine tightens the face, improves tone, strengthens and tightens the skin. To soften and moisturize, the composition includes plant components.
The white, thick cream with small flecks comes in a soft plastic tube with a snap-on lid. The drug is odorless, easily distributed over the skin, does not contain fats or aggressive components.
Can be used 2-3 times a week after makeup removal. It works especially effectively in combination with other products in the line. The price of a 70 g package is 1,450 rubles.
Pore tightening serum
A transparent, easily absorbed, odorless emulsion is enclosed in a bottle made of dense plastic, equipped with a dispenser and a lid.
The drug is used after cleansing cream and completes the skin renewal process. The serum actively removes impurities from the pores, helping to tighten them, increases the elasticity and softness of the skin, making it soft, smooth and matte.
The composition includes extracts of Persian silk tree bark, sea coral, evodia fruit, green tea, lavender, cardamom, apple and raspberry.
The serum contains a small amount of natural fruit acids that promote epidermal renewal.
The drug replaces conventional moisturizers and can be used daily. Sold in combination with a cleansing cream, the price of the serum is 1850, the cream is 1300 rubles.
According to the depth of impact, peelings are:
- superficial;
- median;
- deep.
Revealing Radiance
Innovative development of the brand against the first signs of aging. Contains glycolic acid, which stimulates regeneration, eliminates fine wrinkles, rejuvenates and refreshes the face.
The acid-containing drug dissolves dead particles of the epidermis, evens out the relief, and improves metabolic processes.
Mary Kay's glycolic facial peeling includes moisturizing plant components that have a softening, restorative, soothing effect, marine collagen, which increases elasticity and reduces expression lines.
The effect is noticeable after the first procedure, after 2 weeks there is a significant improvement in the appearance of the epidermis.
It is recommended to use the product 2 times a week, with at least 3 days between treatments.
The price of a 48 g bottle is 3900 rubles.
Botanical Effects Toning Scrub
Creamy thick product with abrasive particles. Gently polishes, eliminating dead particles, erasing fine wrinkles, and deeply cleansing pores.
After use, the face becomes fresh, a healthy glow appears, elasticity and softness increase. The drug is recommended for oily and combination skin.
Mary Kay facial peeling contains pitaya extract, coconut extract, and aloe vera. These components contain natural acids, vitamins, moisturizers, and nutrients.
For mechanical cleansing, the formula includes crushed passion fruit seeds, which gently exfoliate and restore softness and elasticity.
The drug is enclosed in a soft plastic tube with a convenient snap-on lid. Price - 1300 rubles.
Precautionary measures
After using peelings, the face may turn slightly red - this is the result of increased blood circulation. Due to the absence of aggressive components, the preparations do not cause burns. Although the products are clinically tested for allergies, unexpected reactions are still possible. Therefore, before using Mary Kay peeling for the first time, do a test. Following the instructions, treat a small area of skin on the bend of the elbow or behind the ear with the product. The absence of unpleasant sensations indicates that the drug is suitable for you.
Apart from individual intolerance to the components, Mary Kay peels have no serious contraindications. Cosmetics are used by pregnant and lactating women. But like other similar products, it is better not to use these products on inflamed, injured skin with wounds, burns, and scratches. If you carry out the procedure in the morning, in spring or summer, before going outside, be sure to protect your face with cream with SPF filters (minimum 15) to prevent the appearance of age spots on the skin.
Do not apply products to the area around the eyes or mouth.
TimeWise peeling is not recommended to be combined with anti-acne products. If you have sensitive dermis, cleanse less often than 2-3 times a week, while not using all the products from the line. The peeling system is suitable not only for the face, but also for the neck and décolleté. TimeWise products can be combined with Revealing Radiance. It’s just important not to do it in one day. Between procedures you need to maintain an interval of 1-2 days, and in general their number should not be more than 3 per week.
The manufacturer classifies TimeWise products as products that support youthful skin. This peeling system is recommended for women over 25 years old. Revealing Radiance is suitable for caring for older skin.
Indications for use
Mary Kay peels are superficial and allow you to quickly cleanse and renew your facial skin. A slight violation of the integrity of the integument is enough to start the rejuvenation process.
The procedure is recommended for correcting minor negative manifestations on the skin:
- dull, unhealthy, uneven color;
- tendency to acne and frequent inflammation;
- loss of elasticity;
- dark spots;
- black dots;
- thickening of the epidermis, tuberosity;
- fine wrinkles;
- spider veins (rosacea);
- severe peeling;
- photoaging;
- folliculitis;
- scarring;
- excessive production of sebum;
Mary Kay peeling should be used for the following indications:
- Unhealthy complexion;
- Clogged pores;
- Hyperpigmentation;
- Minor welts and scars;
- Peeling of the skin;
- Acne;
- Age-related changes.
Advantages and disadvantages
The undoubted advantages of Mary Kay peelings:
- suitable for any skin type and tone;
- do not clog pores;
- TimeWise is fragrance-free and Revealing Radiance is dermatologist tested;
- all peelings are tested for epidermal irritability and allergic reactions;
- the products are easy to use;
- supplemented with detailed instructions in Russian;
- and the TimeWise set is also packaged in a presentable box - a good gift option;
- peelings make the face smoother, more radiant and younger;
- carefully cleanses the skin;
- improve epidermis regeneration;
- the opportunity to buy a complete set or individual drugs from one series.
The disadvantages of these peelings include the following features:
- high price;
- lack of products on the shelves of regular stores;
- in some cases - an insufficiently pronounced effect;
- complaints about the composition of cosmetics.
For several years now, there has been desperate debate about whether the company's products contain hormonal components or not. The manufacturer claims: there are no hormones in cosmetics, otherwise they would have a short shelf life and would not be allowed for sale in such a large number of countries. In addition, reviews from some users confirm the effectiveness of the products over the years. However, experts from the field of cosmetology continue to insist that these cosmetics are hormonal and comedogenic (clogs pores), citing cases from their practice as examples. The average consumer has to decide for himself whose arguments are more convincing. Since not every brand is suspected of using hormones, this is a definite disadvantage for Mary Kay’s reputation.
Opinion of cosmetologists
Many professionals are quite critical of this company's cosmetics.
Mary Kay products are not professional, salon products, so cosmetologists unanimously say that they do not use them in their work.
Attention! There is an opinion that experts cannot objectively evaluate this or that brand of non-professional cosmetics because they do not use it in their work. Of course, the effect of salon procedures is much more noticeable than from home care - you can’t argue with professionals here. However, this does not mean that peelings and other mass-market drugs cannot be used for prevention.
Algorithm for carrying out in the salon (3 steps)
Indications for glycolic exfoliation cover patients with almost any type of skin and different age groups. In addition, there is a selective depth of action of the active substance, which allows you to regulate the effects and their intensity.
There are different peeling tactics based on the use of exfoliants with different concentrations. For example, the first two sessions are carried out with a low content of glycolic acid, within 20%. Further, in increasing order, from 35% to 50% of the solution until the final effect in the form of final peeling.
The acid concentration increases gradually
So, the process is safely controlled by the choice of concentration and application layers
It is important that all the nuances are able to be clarified, taken into account and developed by a medical specialist with experience in this field. Therefore, the best option is to go to the clinic and trust the professionals.
It's better to trust the professionals
Over a two-week period, the skin is treated with a low-concentrated solution of hydroxyacetic acid to break the bonds between the obsolete cells of the surface layer of the epidermis. Due to its low molecular weight, the drug gradually penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin, increasing their sensitivity.
Pre-peeling preparation can be carried out at home, using cleansers, lotions and creams selected on the advice of a doctor.
Then it’s time for the actual salon procedure.
Preparation for the procedure is required
There are three stages in its implementation.
- Immediately before peeling, the skin is treated with a special cleansing and degreasing agent.
- An even layer of glycolic acid of the selected concentration is applied. The exposure is maintained. The patient is warned that he will feel skin tingling, itching or tingling.
- A solution is applied - a neutralizer, which stops the action of the acid. At the end of the procedure, the skin is moisturized with cream.
The procedure is carried out in three stages
To reduce the unpleasant burning sensation during exfoliant exposure, use a special device that blows on the skin. This reduces pain without interfering with the effect of the procedure.
User reviews
Despite conflicting opinions about the company's products, Mary Kay peels deserve a lot of positive reviews. For example, the TimeWise facial peeling system is praised for its good results, which can be compared to the impression of a salon procedure.
The author of this review was also pleased with the peeling. The girl used both the entire set and the serum separately, as recommended by the manufacturer.
Peeling with glycolic acid Revealing Radiance deserves diverse opinions. Some women begin to praise him even after the debut procedure.
In this review, the author focuses on the cumulative effect of peeling.
However, there are girls who are not at all impressed with the Revealing Radiance product.
And yet, the company’s products are liked by many users, including those who have been buying them for several years in a row. Mary Kay peels rank high in ratings of similar products due to their effectiveness. But they may be powerless against severe skin problems associated with aging or disease. If you do not observe the desired result, perhaps you should not only change the brand of peeling, but also think about more serious facial care and seek the help of a cosmetologist.
Indications for use
Peeling with glycolic acid is prescribed to prevent aging, as well as to improve the condition of oily, inflamed dermis:
- hyperpigmentation after pregnancy or photoactivity;
- sebaceous plugs;
- dryness, dehydration, peeling;
- traces of acne, blackheads;
- impaired functioning of the sebaceous glands, seborrhea;
- decreased tone and elasticity;
- the first signs of aging;
- shallow stretches.
Prescribed starting from adolescence to normalize the condition of the oily dermis. Used in a complex anti-aging program to enhance the effect after laser, mechanical cleaning, as preparation for plastic surgery.
