Contemporary adaptation of the manual method „Pospelov-jacque` in the aesthetic care for oily skin

Козметичните грижи представляват система от методи и средства, чиято основна цел е поддържане и подобряване състоянието на кожата и нейните придатъци. Сред използваните мануални методи в козметичните процедури присъствието на масажа е най-често срещано. В зависимост от прилаганите масажни прийоми тяхната последователност и техника на изпълнение чрез масажа могат да се постигнат различни козметични ефекти: антицелулитен, антиейдж, дрениране, стягане, успокояване, себорегулиране, подхранване и др. Когато масажът участва във възстановителна или терапевтична процедура, той съдържа специфично подбрани движения, изпълнявани по строго определена последователност и дозировка, и се класифицира като лечебен. Представител на тази група е терапевтичният масаж по метода на Pospelov - Jacque, включен в грижата за мазна кожа. Неговото действие е насочено към контролиране състоянието на мазната кожа, която се характеризира със свръхсекреция на мастните жлези, с широки пори, развитие на комедони и други смущаващи кожни лезии.Настоящият доклад изследва физиологичния ефект на терапевтичния масаж по PospelovJacque и приложимостта на метода за повлияване на мазна кожа. Основна отличителна черта на терапевтичния масаж по Pospelov-Jacque е характерът на използваните масажни движения - интензивни и ритмично повтарящи се пощипвания, които се редуват с вибрации и поглаждане. По този начин се постига дълбоко въздействие както върху повърхността на кожата, така и на ниво дерма и подкожна мастна тъкан, и се нормализира мастната секреция. Масажът следва да се извършва от квалифициран специалист по „Медицинска козметика`. Терапевтичният масаж по Pospelov-Jacque е добра възможност да бъдат решени проблеми, свързани със състоянието мазна кожа и да се осъществи профилактика на стареенето.Aesthetic care is a system of methods and means, the main purpose of which is to maintain and improve the skin and its appendages. Among the used manual methods in the cosmetic procedures, massage is the most common. Depending on the applied massage methods, their sequence and technique, different aesthetic effects can be achieved: anticellulite, antiaging, draining, firming, calming, sebum regulation, nutrition and more. When the massage is a part of a recreational or a therapeutic procedure, it consists of specifically selected movements that are performed in a strict sequence and dosage, and it is classified as therapeutic. A representative of this group is the therapeutic massage by the method of Pospelov - Jacque, included in the care for oily skin. Its action is directed to controlling the condition of oily skin, which is characterized by hypersecretion of sebaceous glands, with large pores, development of comedones and other disturbing skin lesions. This report explores the physiological effects of the therapeutic massage Pospelov-Jacque and the applicability of the method for the treatment of oily skin. A main distinctive feature of the therapeutic massage Pospelov-Jacque is the nature of the used massage movements - intense and rhythmically repetitive pinch that alternates with vibrations and caress. In this way, profound impact on both the surface of the skin, and the level of the dermis and subcutaneous fat is achieved and the sebum secretion is normalized. The massage should be performed by a qualified professional with a degree in Medical Aesthetic Care. The therapeutic massage Pospelov - Jacque is a good opportunity to solve problems related to oily skin and to prevent of aging

A project with visual art elements as an interactive method of learning in the medical aesthetic care program

Внедряването на интерактивни методи в обучението на студентите от специалност „Медицинска козметика` е част от съвременните подходи, използвани в процеса на изграждането им като професионалисти. През последните години прилагането на елементи от изобразителното изкуство (които накратко ще наричаме „арт елементи`) в учебния процес се оформи като един нов подход на активно учене при теоретичната и практическата подготовка на студентите от специалността. Творческият потенциал, изразен чрез изкуството и неговите компоненти, е в основата на обучението и развитието на всеки индивид. Същинската роля на „арт елементите` е да подпомогнат развитието на когнитивните способности на студентите - възприемане, обработване, запомняне, ми-слене, преживяване и използване на получената информация, с което да се улесни усвояването и дългосрочното запаметяване на учебния материал. Целта на настоящия доклад е да представи нашия опит в използването на елементи от изобразителното изкуство в учебния процес и полезността от тяхното прилагане. Считаме, че този подход допринася за по-дългосрочното запаметяване на учебния материал и дава възможност за развитие и моделиране на индивидуалните качества и умения на всеки студент.The implementation of interactive methods in the education of students in the Medical Aesthetic Care program is a part of the modern approaches, which are used in the process of the students` development as professionals. In the recent years, the use of components of the visual art (which, we will call „art elements` for short) in the educational process, has emerged as a new approach of active learning in the theoretical and practical preparation of the students from the program. The creative potential, which is expressed through the art and its components, is the foundation of the learning and development of each individual. The actual role of art elements is to help develop the cognitive abilities of students - perception, processing, memorizing, thinking, experience and use of the information obtained, with which to facilitate the assimilation and the long-term memorization of the educational material. The purpose of this report is to present our experience with the use of visual art components in the educational process and the usefulness from the their application. We think that this approach contributes to the long-term memorization of the studied material and allows for the development and modeling of the individual skills and abilities of each student

Microbiome and Probiotics in Acne Vulgaris—A Narrative Review

Acne vulgaris is a chronic disease characterised by the appearance of eruptions such as whiteheads, blackheads, pustules, papules, and cysts. Among factors that cause acne vulgaris are the abnormal keratinisation of the sebaceous canal, bacterial colonisation (Cutibacterium acnes), increased sebum production, genotypic factors, and hormonal disorders. Treatment is often long and tedious, and can lead to a reduction in quality of life and social isolation. The intestinal microbiota is greatly important in the formation of acne lesions. It is also responsible for the proper immunity of the organism. Acne is a disease that can be related to the condition of the digestive tract and its microbiome. Research shows that the use of probiotics may reduce skin eruptions. The probiotic supplementation and cosmetics markets are very dynamically developing. The use of internal supplementation and probiotic-containing cosmetics gives hope for the improvement of the skin condition of people with acne

Efficacy of Hydrogen Purification and Cosmetic Acids in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: A Preliminary Report

Acne and skin lesions that appear in its course deteriorate the quality of life of patients, cause depression and the emergence of suicidal thoughts. Cosmetic treatments can have a positive effect on improving skin condition by cleaning up skin eruptions, thus improving the well-being of affected people. Hydrogen purification is a treatment that uses alkaline water generated by a device, which reduces sebum from the surface of the epidermis. This is a novel treatment that has recently been introduced to beauty salons. On the other hand, cosmetic acids have been used for many years for treating people with acne vulgaris and give spectacular results in terms of improving the skin condition. In this study, skin condition was evaluated with a Derma Unit SSC 3 device. The Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) was used to check acne severity. Twenty-four women aged 19–21 years (M = 20.13, SD = 0.80) diagnosed with mild acne vulgaris and a high sebum level participated in the study. Group A underwent a hydrogen purification treatment using an H2jet manipulator, which ejected alkaline water from the manipulator under pressure. Group B underwent a hydrogen purification treatment with the use of a phytic, pyruvic, lactic and ferulic acids at 40% mixture (pH 1.4). A series of four treatments was performed at 14-day intervals in both groups. Skin parameters were measured before and 30 days after the series of treatment. Very good results were obtained in both groups. The skin eruptions in patients were reduced and we also observed lower amounts of sebum on the surface of the epidermis, and an improvement in skin hydration. However, in group B, the results were better than in group A. The study showed that the synergy of the treatments produced much better effects than those obtained by completing the hydrogen purification treatment alone

A Split Face Comparative Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of 40% Pyruvic Acid vs. Microdermabrasion with 40% Pyruvic Acid on Biomechanical Skin Parameters in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris

The synergy of cosmetic acids, with their keratolytic and antibacterial properties, with the mechanical exfoliation of the epidermis brings faster and better treatment results. The aim of the study was to compare the effects of using only pyruvic acid and the synergy of microdermabrasion and chemical exfoliation. In total, 14 women diagnosed with acne took part in the study. Two areas were marked on the participants’ faces: the right side (microdermabrasion treatment and a preparation containing pyruvic acid 40%) and the left side (preparation containing pyruvic acid 40%) without mechanical exfoliation. A series of four treatments was performed at 2-week intervals. Skin parameters such as stratum corneum hydration and sebum secretion were measured. Before the treatments, all patients had moderate acne according to GAGS (Min: 19, Max: 22, Md: 20), and after the treatments, it decreased to mild acne according to GAGS (Min: 13, Max: 17, Md: 140). On the right side of the face, there was a statistically significant reduction in sebum secretion in all the examined areas of the face and increase in the hydration of the stratum corneum. On the left side of the face, the differences were also observed in the decrease of sebum value and increase of hydration level; however, they were smaller than on the right side. The use of microdermabrasion in combination with pyruvic acid led to better results in the case of increased hydration and reduction of sebum secretion than using only pyruvic acid treatment

The Effects of Green Tea (Camellia sinensis), Bamboo Extract (Bambusa vulgaris) and Lactic Acid on Sebum Production in Young Women with Acne Vulgaris Using Sonophoresis Treatment

People struggling with acne vulgaris, not only experience skin eruptions and skin pain, but also report that their quality of life is worse compared with healthy people. This study examined, for the first time, the effect of sonophoresis on select skin parameters (sebum level) in young women suffering from acne vulgaris. The study included 60 women 19–23 years of age (M = 21.45, SD = 0.91) with mild and moderate facial acne. The inclusion criteria were 19–23 years of age, female or male gender, mild to moderate acne, no dermatological treatment within last 12 months, and no hormonal contraception (women). No men volunteered for the study, so the group was homogeneous. The patients were divided into two groups. Group A underwent a sonophoresis procedure using ultrasound and ultrasound gel combined with a green tea, bamboo extract ampule, and 5% lactic acid. Group B was the placebo group, where sonophoresis was performed using only ultrasound gel (no ampules). The members of the placebo group were told that they were undergoing sonophoresis with a green tea, bamboo extract, and 5% lactic acid ampule. Before and after the series of procedures, sebum levels were measured in the skin. Each patient underwent a series of five procedures using sonophoresis equipment at one-week intervals. Sonophoresis with green tea, bamboo extract, and 5% lactic acid contributed to the reduction of skin eruptions and sebum levels in the participants of the study (group A). The study results demonstrated that the combined use of plant preparations, lactic acid, and ultrasound had a positive effect on the skin of people suffering from acne vulgaris, including reduction of skin eruptions and sebum levels on the surface of the skin

The Effects of Green Tea (<i>Camellia sinensis</i>), Bamboo Extract (<i>Bambusa vulgaris</i>) and Lactic Acid on Sebum Production in Young Women with Acne Vulgaris Using Sonophoresis Treatment

People struggling with acne vulgaris, not only experience skin eruptions and skin pain, but also report that their quality of life is worse compared with healthy people. This study examined, for the first time, the effect of sonophoresis on select skin parameters (sebum level) in young women suffering from acne vulgaris. The study included 60 women 19–23 years of age (M = 21.45, SD = 0.91) with mild and moderate facial acne. The inclusion criteria were 19–23 years of age, female or male gender, mild to moderate acne, no dermatological treatment within last 12 months, and no hormonal contraception (women). No men volunteered for the study, so the group was homogeneous. The patients were divided into two groups. Group A underwent a sonophoresis procedure using ultrasound and ultrasound gel combined with a green tea, bamboo extract ampule, and 5% lactic acid. Group B was the placebo group, where sonophoresis was performed using only ultrasound gel (no ampules). The members of the placebo group were told that they were undergoing sonophoresis with a green tea, bamboo extract, and 5% lactic acid ampule. Before and after the series of procedures, sebum levels were measured in the skin. Each patient underwent a series of five procedures using sonophoresis equipment at one-week intervals. Sonophoresis with green tea, bamboo extract, and 5% lactic acid contributed to the reduction of skin eruptions and sebum levels in the participants of the study (group A). The study results demonstrated that the combined use of plant preparations, lactic acid, and ultrasound had a positive effect on the skin of people suffering from acne vulgaris, including reduction of skin eruptions and sebum levels on the surface of the skin