Grooming can be time-consuming and a hectic yet is equally important to look spic-and-span. However, salon can be the first-mover which saves time, offers body skin and hair care treatments to revive. Nonetheless of the comfort, there are some treatments that you must avoid getting done in a salon, as suggested by expert.
Dermatologist Dr Aanchal posted an awareness clip which featured what one must avoid while visiting a salon for grooming themselves.
Facial Waxing is an absolute no!
Identifying it as “the worst way to remove facial hair,” the expert added that “it leads to the ingrown area, red bumps on face and can exacerbate acne.” She explained further that redundant waxing can lead to darkened skin adding that, “It may be better to go for shaving or laser hair reduction which are better methods of hair removal.”
Chemical peeling
According to Mayoclinic, chemical peeling is defined as a, “Procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers.” The expert recommended that chemical peeling can be harsh and strong on your skin therefore it must be done under expert’s supervision of a dermatologist. “Most cases may be simple but in case of superficial burns, it needs an expert to tackle,” she added.
Comedone extraction
Comedone extraction is a technique which is used for extracting out acne. The expert averred that “a few superficial blackheads may be removed after receiving steam to soften keratin,” also one must ensure to “avoid extraction of large or deep comedones (pores) as this cannot just be pressed out and might require a prick for easy and effective extrusion.”
Avoid injectables
“Parlour is not a place to get anything done with needles involved,” the expert said. Advising that one should not take treatments like microneedling, mesotherapy, or botulinum toxin, “they require proper aseptic precautions, autoclaved or disposable instruments and medical supervision to perform them correctly.”
