The cosmetologist told about a way to get rid of edema after the May feasts
The consequence of the protracted May holidays may not only be new kilograms. Overeating, alcohol, sleep disorders and drinking habits necessarily lead to the appearance of facial edema. Oksana Balanova, a cosmetologist, dermatovenerologist, and co-founder of the Cosmoexpert clinic, told Izvestia on May 10 about why they appear and how to solve the problem.
"Puffiness occurs more often if you consume food and drinks that act as triggers for disruption of the water-electrolyte balance in the body. In short, alcohol works as a diuretic, which leads to dehydration. And excess sodium, which is found in large quantities in kebabs, chips and other favorite snacks with heavy libations, in turn, leads to water retention, but the liquid remains in the intercellular space, which creates a puffy and pasty appearance, as a result of which the face will look puffy," explained Balanova.
Facial edema is an accumulation of excess fluid in the intercellular spaces of tissues and part of a complex cycle involving inflammation, fluid retention, and impaired lymphatic drainage. It is important to help the facial tissues remove excess fluid. According to the specialist, this can be done with the help of lymphatic drainage techniques.
"Our lymphatic system functions by using lymphatic fluid to collect and remove cellular waste. If you regularly do lymphatic drainage exercises, especially on the neck and collar area, then this will definitely affect the condition of the facial skin in a positive way," said the cosmetologist.
The use of biocellulose-based face masks can also help in the fight against edema. Unlike a conventional fabric mask, there is no occlusion effect, and the product itself fits very tightly to the skin, cools it pleasantly and melts on it at the same time, giving off all the useful substances. You can also use the mask in combination with a microcurrent massager.
Another way is to use patches under the eyes. To enhance the effect, you can cool the patch pack in the refrigerator, and then apply the petals on your face. This way they will remove puffiness and fine wrinkles around the eyes in just 15-20 minutes.
Earlier, on May 4, Olga Shuppo, founder and scientific director of the Grand Clinic network of immunorehabilitation, adaptive and preventive medicine clinics, told Izvestia that a healthy lifestyle can prolong a person's life. At the same time, changes should begin with the transition to a balanced diet. Physical activity in the fresh air is also important.
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