Astringent lotion, is a class of lotion with astringent function, general pH value between 5.6-6.5.

Basic introduction Chinese name : astringent lotion Alias : Acidic lotion, toning lotion Category : Skin Care Cosmetics Functions : Tighten the skin, reduce facial wrinkles Basic information, the main ingredients, product efficacy, balancing sebum, pore contraction, tighten the skin, selection skills, to identify the real and fake, the use of the method, homemade methods, the difference between the classification of the toner, soft water, skin water, basic information astringent lotion, is a class of astringent function of make-up, generally between pH value of 6-6.5. It is a kind of toner with astringent function, generally with pH value between 5.6 and 6.5. Main Ingredients Generally, in addition to a small amount of emollient moisturizer, astringent lotion also needs to add astringents, commonly used astringents are citric acid, lactic acid, tartaric acid aluminum and zinc salts, as well as Chinese herbal medicine (tannin) extract, inorganic additives such as alum, aluminum sulfate and zinc sulfate. Some sebum secretion inhibitors may also be added, mainly anti-male hormone-like substances, such as special alpha-hydroxy acids to inhibit hypertrophy of the sebaceous glands and sebum synthesis, vitamin B6, retinoids, and herbal extracts. Alcohols, menthol and its derivatives are usually added to the aqueous formulations to provide an astringent effect and a cooling sensation. Product Effect Long-term use can regulate skin moisture and oil, astringent skin, reduce acne and blackheads breeding, general oily skin should choose this type of lotion. Balance oil and grease Astringent water can balance the PH value of the skin, regulate oil secretion, replenish the lost water, play the role of oil control and moisturizing. Shrink pores The use of astringent water can only temporarily shrink dilated pores into a tightly closed state, or externally improve the visual impression of large pores, but can not really reduce the size of pores. Skin tightening Alcohol-containing astringent water has a cooling effect and can coagulate proteins to tighten the skin. However, protein coagulation itself can harm the skin, and the *** effect of alcohol can also harm the skin, so please be careful when using astringent water containing alcohol. Selection tips At room temperature should be clear, transparent, no precipitation, not layered, color, fragrance, soft, safe for the skin, *** low. When choosing an astringent water, it is important to choose the right product for your skin, not just a brand. Normal skin as long as the choice of non-alcoholic astringent water can be, and sensitive skin is best not to choose a whitening effect of astringent water. Identify the real If the bottle of astringent water is non-transparent, absolutely do not buy. Because there is no way to identify, unless you have used it that is another story. First of all, shake hard, after shaking to see the bubble. If the bubble is fine and rich, there is a thick layer, and does not disappear for a long time, that is a good water. If the bubbles are few, it means that the nutrients are less. If the bubbles are many but large, it means that it contains salicylic acid. Salicylic acid cleansing effect is better, but *** sex is a little big, allergic to salicylic acid or very sensitive skin JM try not to use. If a shake out a lot of very fine bubbles but quickly disappeared, that shows that it contains alcohol. This type of toner can be used occasionally to play an anti-inflammatory role, but do not use long-term, easy to damage the skin's protective film. Usage The correct method is to dip a cotton pad into the astringent water, hold the pad between the index and ring fingers, and gently wipe with the inside of the middle finger from bottom to top and from the inside out. After wiping half of the face, cotton pads change side wipe the other half of the face, so that both play a role in the second cleaning, but also will not waste astringent water. Homemade method Make your own astringent water with baking soda Ingredients: 1 tsp baking soda, 1 drop of rose oil, 3 tbsp purified water. Directions: 1. Mix the baking soda with 3 tbsp of purified water so that the baking soda dissolves in the water. 2. Add rose essential oil to the baking soda solution and mix well. How to use: After washing your face, put the mask paper into the tuned mask and soak it, then put the mask paper on your face, squeeze out the air bubbles between the mask paper and your skin, take it off after 10~15 minutes, and wash it with water. It can be used 1~2 times a week. Difference classification Toner is more suitable for hotter weather, face more love oil weather use. Unlike toners, astringent lotions contain alcohol, which often makes it difficult for us to tell the real difference between them and moisturizing lotions, as they also have the effect of replenishing moisture. As the name suggests, astringent water is primarily astringent, it effectively tightens pores and tones the skin. Usually applied during the day, you can wash your face every morning after the makeup before use, not only in the daytime convergence of large pores to prevent dust into the pores, but also to make a good lasting makeup, so the skin white, easy to fall off the use of makeup is the most suitable. Astringent lotion is to inhibit sebum for the purpose of inhibiting the spillage of oil in the stratum corneum, so that the pores, sweat pores convergence, skin taut, increase the elasticity of the skin, suitable for oily skin and make-up before use. Toner Just like the literal meaning of the word, after the use of toner can make the skin more refreshing and clean, is a very basic toner. Many people with oily skin prefer to use this type of toner because of its refreshing effect on the skin. However, it is important to note that in addition to making the skin feel fresh, it should also have a certain degree of hydration. Skin softener Skin softener has the effect of removing dead skin cells and softening the skin. It has moisturizing ingredients to make your skin more moisturized and soft. The skin is also moisturized with Vitamin E and Vitamin C, so it adds nutrients to the skin and has the effect of slowing down the aging of the skin and making it more elastic.