For girls and women, beauty is of paramount importance. But, as you know, age is a temporary phenomenon. And therefore, you have to devote a lot of time to the struggle for the beauty and purity of your face. Perseverance is justified by the absence of the hated insidious wrinkles that reveal age.
Folk remedies and cosmetology constantly offer products that can reduce or even eliminate the appearance of aging skin. The main thing is to study all the pros and cons and take care of personal safety. It is recommended to smooth out wrinkles and remove 10 years from the face with medications - dimexide and solcoseryl. But is it safe and does it have an effect? It is worth understanding their composition and effect on the skin of the face. After all, no one plans to lose their beauty!
Today the For-Your-Beauty.ru will tell you how Dimexide and Solcoseryl are used for wrinkles and we will voice the opinions of cosmetologists about these drugs. Let's jump ahead and say that cosmetologists are against the use of these drugs and do not recommend using them on the skin to get rid of wrinkles.
Compound
This popular foreign-made drug is based on an extract from the blood and tissues of young calves. This base is completely free of a protein called fibrinogen, which is why the packaging contains information that the medicine is made from deproteinized hemodialysate.
It is this substance that contains such useful components as:
- Amino acids.
- Oligopeptides.
- Nucleosites.
- Nucleotides.
- Glycoproteins.
This is not a complete list of everything that contains solcoseryl. However, it does not contain anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial components. It does not contain antibiotics or agents that would help fight germs and bacteria. This means that solcoseryl does not help against acne at all. And using it for acne at any age is a big mistake.
Release form
At the pharmacy you can find the medicine in different release forms. For example, a pharmacist will offer a gel, ointment, paste and even an injection solution. You should know that solcoseryl is a generic version of an equally popular medicine called Actovegin. But for the treatment of skin diseases at any age, gels containing 10% of the active substance and ointments containing 5% of the active substance are mainly used.
In addition, the gel does not contain additional fatty components; it is quickly absorbed and easily washed off from the skin. Recommended for treating open and weeping wounds.
As soon as the wound begins to dry out, it is recommended to switch to ointment.
What is better Solcoseryl gel or ointment?
To know in which cases it is better to use the gel and in which cases it is better to use Solcoseryl ointment, you need to understand how one form of the medicine differs from the other. The difference is that the gel has a light, fat-free base, similar to jelly, so it does not leave marks on the skin and is quickly absorbed. It is prescribed for the treatment of eye diseases, weeping wounds and fresh wound surfaces. The ointment is based on Vaseline and has a greasy consistency. It is effective during the further healing process, when exudate has ceased to be released from the wound and the surface has dried out. Its use should be continued until scar tissue is formed and the elasticity of the skin is completely restored.
How much does Solcoseryl ointment cost in a pharmacy? In 2020, the price in Russia for the drug is 200-250 rubles per 20 gram tube. Solcoseryl gel costs the same, and dental paste 25 grams costs about 400 rubles. The cost of a similar ointment in Ukraine is 80-85 hryvnia per tube. The price, apparently, is not affordable for everyone, so you can find cheaper analogues of Solcoseryl on the pharmaceutical market.
Beneficial features
Solcoseryl is a medicine that stimulates all biological processes in the body. He participates and improves:
- Cellular metabolism of all substances.
- Saturates tissues with active oxygen.
- Stimulates the blood circulation process.
- Restores the pH of the epidermis.
- Activates processes that normally should flow without problems to the cells of the human body.
- Stimulates collagen synthesis.
However, it is currently impossible to study the effect of this substance on the body. After all, all the active components contained in the drug are normal physiological compounds that are present in each of us.
At the same time, solcoseryl and its analogues, as well as all other drugs in this series - Cerebrilysin, Cerebrolysate, Actovegin and Cortexin, are not approved for use in human therapy in all European countries, the USA, Canada and Australia.
Reviews
- Ksyuta, 26 years old: “Girls, I’m crazy about Solcoseryl. My inquisitive nature gives me no peace, so I decided to prove myself in cycling. Once a bike ride was organized in our city, and I became a participant. Everything started out great, but then we turned off the road onto rough terrain, and as I picked up speed, I hit a snag with my wheel, tumbled and ended up face-first in the mud. As a result, he began to show off several scratches and an impressive-looking “hole” on his forehead, I already thought there would be a scar, but after three months of using Solcoseryl ointment, everything disappeared without a trace. It is used very sparingly, so I still have half a tube left, I set out to use its contents for my beauty and read about hair masks. It is something. After the first two uses, my locks became smooth and manageable. Now this ointment is always in my medicine cabinet; it is suitable for many occasions.”
- Narine_83: “I used Dimexide face and hair masks many times, but somehow I came across a multicomponent composition, one of the ingredients of which was Solcoseryl. Its effect is noticeable almost immediately. I was experiencing seasonal hair loss, you know, where I started to see a lot more hair falling out on my brush than before. For some reason I didn’t want to use my old methods and started using masks based on Solcoseryl. For comparison, homemade masks based on oil ingredients begin to act somewhere after the second month, and compositions with this drug give curls beauty after the first month of use. I perform them regularly and am happy with the results.”
Indications
The instructions for use of this medicine contain clear instructions in which cases the drug should be used. Most often, doctors prescribe solcoseryl in the following cases:
- Minor damage to the skin - abrasions, scratches, cuts with sharp objects in domestic conditions.
- Sunburn of the first or second degree.
- Burns in everyday life of the first or second degree at the stage of redness and blistering.
- Frostbite of the extremities.
- Trophic ulcers and other difficult-to-heal wounds, including bedsores.
The product is also used in cosmetology, but no dermatologist or cosmetologist who values his reputation and the name of an honest doctor will advise you to use solcoseryl for acne.
Therefore, in the field of beauty, the product is used in the following cases:
- For shallow wrinkles at the very beginning of their appearance in complex therapy with other drugs.
- To even out facial tone.
- If necessary, lighten age spots.
- From marks and scars that remain in large quantities on the skin after acne.
- to correct the oval of the face, restore the firmness and elasticity of loose, aging skin.
- after mechanical peeling (the drug accelerates healing and creates a film on the surface of the skin that protects damaged tissues from negative external influences).
But before you start using this medicine, you should definitely consult your doctor, since in some cases solcoseryl can have a negative effect on the human body. And using it for subcutaneous acne, as many do, is absolutely useless.
Instructions and composition of Solcoseryl paste
Solcoseryl can be purchased at the pharmacy; the hair growth product is a biogenic stimulator of regenerative action. It is produced from calf blood extract and is produced mainly in the form of a medicinal gel, but it can also be made in the form of injections, solutions for intramuscular or intravenous administration. In these forms it can only be prescribed by a doctor and is available with a prescription. As a gel, it is available to all patients without special recommendation.
Its main purpose:
- treatment of venous insufficiency;
- healing of wounds, ulcers and burns;
- treatment of ophthalmological problems: restoration of the cornea, treatment of keratitis and other ailments;
- improving metabolism and blood circulation in the brain.
Solcoseryl is used quite widely in dermatology and cosmetology. This drug is included in hair masks, anti-acne lotions, anti-inflammatory creams, and other medicinal products. It is often added to pharmaceutical cosmetics, but anyone can use this product for home masks, especially since this use allows you to obtain a composition that is optimally suitable for a person and deal with the existing problem much more effectively.
In order for the drug to be most useful for you, it is recommended to first establish the indications, whether you can use it, and in what form it is better to take solcoseryl: mask, balm, shampoo additive or independent product. Then your work with it will not only be as effective as possible, but also safe.
Contraindications
There are no special contraindications for the use of solcoseryl. However, it is not recommended to use it if you have an individual intolerance to the components that are included in the composition.
In addition, those who have a constant tendency to allergies will also have to stop using it. And also for women during pregnancy and those who are feeding their baby with breast milk.
The drug is purified from protein, which is the main allergen. Despite this, in some cases the use of solcoseryl may cause local side effects.
Beginning treatment for rosacea
To best eliminate a defect, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products alone are not enough. You need to radically change your lifestyle, and also completely reconsider your diet.
Diet
Due to the fact that many products can provoke the appearance of rosacea, you should reduce their consumption or abandon them completely. These are spicy foods, dark chocolate, tomatoes, coffee, alcoholic drinks, etc.
Daily facial skin care
Some tips for skin care for rosacea:
- For this disease, you should use only specialized products that do not contain alcohol or abrasives. Such creams do not violate the protective layer of the epidermis. After washing, you should not dry your face with a towel; you should pat it dry with a napkin.
- To cleanse the skin with this pathology, it is not recommended to use all kinds of scrubs. In such a situation, it is better to contact a cosmetologist; only he will be able to select specialized products that can be used for this disease.
- Before going outside, be sure to apply a protective agent to your facial skin depending on the weather.
- If this problem occurs in a man, you should switch to an electric razor.
- Be sure to take vitamins K, vitamin P and vitamin C if you have this disease.
All the described methods are effective only at the initial stage of development of the disease. If you have an advanced form of pathology, you should consult a doctor, only he will be able to select the necessary remedies that are right for you.
Local side effects
If the ointment or gel was applied with certain violations or the patient has a hidden intolerance to this medicine, then rather unpleasant side effects may appear. The most noticeable among them are:
- Itching and redness of the area where the gel or ointment was applied.
- Burning.
- Swelling of the skin.
- Hives.
- Dermatitis.
If these or any other side effects occur, you should cleanse the skin of the ointment or gel and no longer use solcoseryl as a medicine. To avoid further troubles and complications, you should definitely consult your doctor.
How to use solcoseryl for acne on the face
Solcoseryl in the form of a gel or ointment for acne for the face does not have any effect in the treatment of acne. This is exactly what you can read in numerous reviews about this drug on the Internet. And there is only one reason - the main property of the drug is wound healing and regenerating.
Therefore, it should not be used for subcutaneous, purulent and inflamed acne. It's good if the medicine simply turns out to be useless. But in some cases, it can cause inflammation to spread to healthy tissue and the general condition begins to gradually deteriorate.
As for purulent acne, solcoseryl will be useful only when the abscess is completely cleared and needs to be healed quickly. Therefore, the product is good at getting rid of wounds that appear as a result of squeezing out acne or single pimples.
Solcoseryl should be applied to the problem area 3-4 times a day. Most often, the first positive results can be seen within a couple of days from the start of treatment. The ointment is easy to apply and absorbs quickly. However, due to the presence of a fatty base in the composition, it can leave a greasy film on the body.
But acne can appear not only on the face, but also on the back. There are also a lot of sebaceous and sweat glands here, and the skin is often covered with pustules, blackheads, blackheads and pimples. Solcoseryl should be applied to this area according to the same rules as for facial skin.
However, dermatologists and cosmetologists do not recommend using solcoseryl ointment or gel without support with other drugs and masks. Those that have a drying and anti-inflammatory effect will go especially well together. We will provide recipes for such masks below in this article.
The most effective remedies for the treatment of rosacea
Cuperosis: treatment
One of the most effective means for treating this pathology is Troxevasin ointment. It constricts blood vessels and restores normal complexion. It contains a substance such as rutin, which is related to vitamin P, and ascorbic acid. Together they strengthen the vascular walls and also improve blood circulation. But before using this drug, you should definitely read the instructions.
This medicine, like any other, has its contraindications and side effects. If you develop an allergy to the drug, you should immediately stop using it and consult a doctor.
The second most effective remedy is Heparin ointment. This drug contains the active ingredient heparin. This product reduces inflammation on the face and perfectly removes spider veins. The course of treatment with this drug is one week.
Read: Brief instructions for Lazolvan syrup
The ointment is applied to inflamed areas of facial skin several times a day. But this remedy also has a number of contraindications and side effects. For example, it cannot be used for diseases that are accompanied by poor blood clotting. This drug can cause allergies, so it is recommended to test the reaction on a small area of skin before using it.
Troxerutin is no less effective. It is non-toxic and is used not only at the early stage of the disease. The price of this drug is cheap, but its effect is simply amazing.
You cannot prescribe this or that medication on your own. Before using any of them, you should consult a dermatologist.
Ointments for rosacea during pregnancy
Such products are applied to the skin of the face. They do not leave a greasy sheen. Any ointment from the above can be well absorbed into the skin of the face, but it does not penetrate the body. Therefore, you can take them during pregnancy.
But you should not prescribe pharmaceutical drugs yourself. Before using any product, you should definitely seek the advice of a specialist.
These products are not capable of causing any harm to the fetus, but it is still not worth the risk.
Effective face masks with solcoseryl
Solcoseryl for acne and post-acne can be used in different ways. However, the ideal option is masks that are recommended for use at different ages to solve a wide variety of dermatological and cosmetic problems.\
Anti-wrinkle
To prepare this effective ointment we will need:
- 5 grams of solcoseryl ointment.
- 5 ml of vitamin E oil solution.
Mix everything well and apply to previously cleansed facial skin. Apply a thin layer and remove after 30 minutes using a dry cotton pad. The mask is not recommended for those under 40 years of age. and you can even apply it to the eyelid area.
From marks and spots after acne
If you want to quickly and easily get rid of acne marks and spots, then it is recommended to use a mask that contains the following components:
- White coal – 5 grams.
- 5 grams of solcoseryl gel.
- 2 drops of tangerine essential oil.
Mix everything well in a bowl and apply to pre-steamed facial skin. Wait 20 minutes and remove with a cotton pad. With regular use, you can achieve complete cleansing of pores, eliminate acne spots and smooth out scars.
For the skin around the eyes
In order to restore the beauty, freshness and youth of the skin around the eyes, you should mix the following two components:
- 5 g solcoseryl gel.
- 5 ml grape seed oil.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. And apply to the skin around the eyes only before going to bed, and this should be done with a light patting motion and only clockwise. In the morning you need to wash your face.
This mask helps smooth out the first wrinkles, eliminate swelling and remove signs of fatigue. Ideal for people over 35 years old.
Rejuvenating
Add 10 drops of dimexide and 15 drops of vitamin A (retinol) oil solution to 10 g of ointment.
Apply the mixture to pre-steamed skin and rinse after an hour. Treat your face with a gel containing collagen.
For dry, dehydrated skin, it is better to prepare a mask without dimexide.
Vitamin
Grind ascorutin tablets (5 g) into powder, mix with solcoseryl ointment (5 g).
Pour an ampoule of riboflavin (vitamin B2) into the composition.
Treat pre-steamed skin with the mixture; after half an hour, remove the mixture with a cotton swab dipped in nettle decoction.
The product moisturizes the skin well and saturates it with vitamins.
Nutritious
Mix 10 g of ointment with 10 ml of chilled aloe juice, add 5 ml of sea buckthorn oil.
Apply the composition to pre-steamed skin, rinse after 20 minutes, and wash with the infusion of the series.
The composition nourishes and moisturizes the skin, reduces age-related signs.
Cleansing
Mix 5 g of black or green cosmetic clay and pea flour. Add 5 g of solcoseryl gel.
After thoroughly stirring, apply the cleansing composition to the skin.
Rinse off after 7-10 minutes with water, or better yet, with a mixture of water and pomegranate juice.
The product deeply cleanses the skin without disturbing the oil balance.
Does solcoseryl help with post-acne spots and scars?
As you understand, solcoseryl does not help with acne at all, but this product copes well with post-acne, improving metabolic processes in tissues and accelerating the regeneration and restoration of the epidermis.
It is this property of the drug that makes it highly effective in the fight against scars and blemishes. Moreover, you can even get rid of those that have been present on the skin for a long time.
In order to carry out the procedure correctly, the following procedure must be followed:
- Apply only to previously cleansed skin.
- Treat problem areas at least twice a day - morning and evening.
- The full course of treatment can range from two months to one year.
But before starting post-acne treatment with solcoseryl at home, it is recommended to consult with a specialist.
Solcoseryl for acne and acne spots. Reviews
Unfortunately, it is impossible to find a consensus on the Internet about whether the medicine helps with acne, blemishes or scars that appeared after squeezing out abscesses. And even the opinions of dermatologists and cosmetologists on this matter differ greatly.
Doctors are sure of one thing - if there is inflammation, it makes no sense to use an ointment or gel. At the same time, the medicine helps to heal small, clean wounds, scratches or abrasions. Fights wrinkles and helps dull skin regain its former appearance.
As for acne, solcoseryl (ointment or gel) is absolutely not suitable for their treatment. But it eliminates post-acne well - marks, scars and spots.
Therefore, it makes no sense to use either ointment or gel in the presence of inflammation. And before starting treatment, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
