Eczema, irritation, dry skin are problems that many people experience. This is very unpleasant, because it not only brings discomfort, but also looks ugly. There are many topical skin care products designed to eliminate these unpleasant phenomena. One of these is fatty or semi-fat cream F99, the instructions for which inform consumers about its high medicinal and cosmetic properties.
Composition, form, packaging, manufacturer
Fat or semi-bold cream F99 is produced by Scientific and Production Laboratory “Strelets” LLC (Moscow, Russia). The medication is a thick, white, fragrance-free cream. Vitamin F acts as the active ingredient of the product. The composition also includes additional components such as:
- healthy vegetable oils;
- purified water;
- moisture retaining agents;
- cosmetic components;
- various auxiliary ingredients.
All these additional components provide the necessary structure and consistency of the product, maintain its pH, and suppress the development of pathogenic microorganisms in the pharmaceutical product.
The product is packaged in soft plastic tubes, which are packed in a cardboard box. The neck is sealed with foil. Inside each pack there is a leaflet that tells you everything about the drug in detail.
Cream-gel Arctic Aqua, Lumene
An excellent moisturizer for oily or combination skin. Due to the absence of oils in the composition, it does not leave shine, the Hydroxylitol complex saturates the skin with moisture and retains it inside, without causing swelling or excessive activity of the sebaceous glands. With long-term use, it reduces sebum production and reduces excessive shine in the T-zone.
Price about 380 rub.
Medicinal properties
The therapeutic effect of the product is due to vitamin F, which is part of it. This substance contains the following 5 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), which are essential both for the health of the body as a whole and for the rejuvenation of the epidermis:
- arachidonic;
- linoleic;
- eicosapentaenoic acid;
- linolenic;
- docosahexaenoic acid.
These biologically active acids are vital for the body. They help not only maintain its strength, but also maintain the attractiveness of the skin, restoring its youth and inhibiting the aging process.
Vitamin F is a powerful natural antioxidant that moisturizes, refreshes and gives elasticity to facial skin. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, regenerating, and soothing effects. Significantly improves metabolic processes in the epidermis, protects the epidermis from sunlight, neutralizes harmful radicals, and relieves swelling. Therefore, F99 cream is perfect for aging skin.
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Composition and properties
The main difference between cosmetic creams is the purposefulness of their actions and properties.
To restore fluid balance, moisturizing creams are used; they are combined with high activity of the sebaceous glands, which is very important for oily skin types.
To increase cell regeneration, products based on vitamins and nutritional components, which ensure the supply of cells and allow you to achieve a natural complexion, allow you to achieve a natural complexion.
When inflammatory processes occur, creams with active ingredients are used. This allows you to even out the skin tone and also get rid of rashes.
Special night and day creams are also used. When using the first type of remedy, a therapeutic effect occurs during sleep. The daytime type of product allows you to protect your face from exposure to air and other negative factors.
The main components of modern cosmetics:
- Niacinamide. Soothes and disinfects skin cells, eliminates the appearance of acne;
- Benzoyl peroxide. Serves to clean pores from impurities and protects against environmental influences;
- Caffeine. Evens out skin tone and also complements the action of other active ingredients;
- Retinol and sulfur. The main effect is to nourish the skin with vitamin E and eliminate skin diseases;
- Hyaluric acid. Fights the spread of rashes and acne.
“The cream is applied to the contours of the face using massage lines, this helps prevent stretching. This method is recommended among cosmetologists.”
The use of nourishing and moisturizing products helps maintain the health of the skin, so when choosing a cream you should pay attention to its compatibility with individual needs. The right choice of cosmetics will ensure that wrinkles and folds appear later and can become your personal secret of youth.
Manufacturers
Today, consumers are not at a loss when choosing cosmetic creams for oily skin. Many manufacturing companies are constantly updating their product range and adding a combination of different components. The following companies are trusted and in demand by most buyers:
- Garnier
- Oriflame
- Clean line
For oily skin types, separate types of cosmetics are created, which must be combined with the individual characteristics of each consumer.
Garnier “Clean Skin”
The action of the cream is aimed at solving three main problems - reducing acne on the face, eliminating blackheads and cleansing the pores of oily skin. The composition is dominated by active substances: eucalyptus extract; salicylic acid; zinc. With daily use, the unnatural shine disappears, which becomes one of the main problems of the oily structure of the skin.
Oriflame "Bioclinic"
A series of cosmetics from a Swedish company, which are divided into categories to eliminate individual skin problems. The product evens out the texture of the face, fights inflammatory reactions, and reduces the effect of dark circles under the eyes. Buyers can also choose a day and night cream; among the advantages of the cosmetic series is the use of natural ingredients.
Indications for use, contraindications
F99 cream can be used for dermatological and cosmetic problems. Experts recommend using it for the following conditions:
- atopic dermatitis;
- dry, weeping eczema;
- neurodermatitis;
- leg ulcers;
- abrasions, cuts, burns.
The product is used to relieve dryness, inflammation and irritation on the skin. Can be used not only for the face, but also for any part of the body. It strengthens the walls of small vessels located in the epidermis. Smoothes out shallow wrinkles, renews and tones the skin.
The drug has a completely safe composition, so there are no contraindications for use. The exception is individual intolerance to the components of the ointment.
In case of high sensitivity, the frequency of use and dosage are reduced. If severe signs of an allergic reaction develop, the product should be discarded.
Gel-cream “Express moisturizing”, Mirra
The composition of this cream can be the envy of many luxury brands: apricot oil, D-panthenol, soy lecithin, birch leaf extract, birch bud extract, centella asiatica extract, knotweed extract, Vitamin E, orange essential oil, myrrh essential oil, lemon essential oil - a perfectly balanced complex of ingredients that will restore skin tone, restore water balance and reduce the likelihood of allergic reactions and irritations.
Price about 500 rub.
Application: instructions
According to the instructions, F99 cream is used depending on the intended purpose. The product can be applied to any part of the body, avoiding the mucous membrane. Frequency of use: up to 2 times a day, preferably in the morning and evening. If skin lesions are severe, application of the product up to 4 times a day is allowed. General rules:
- The skin to be applied must be cleaned and dried thoroughly.
- The product is distributed in a thin layer evenly.
- Rub in with light circular movements.
- In severe cases (for example, with severe eczema), application under a bandage is allowed.
The course can be long. Usually it takes 7-10 days for the skin to recover. If, a week after the start of therapy, there is no positive dynamics or complications appear, a substitute should be selected. If the ointment is used for cosmetic purposes, the frequency of use can be reduced to several times a week.
Side effects, overdose
During treatment, undesirable reactions from the body rarely occur. Only with high sensitivity to the components can itching and burning occur in the area where the cream is applied. As a rule, these symptoms go away on their own and do not require discontinuation of the drug.
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Cases of overdose are not officially registered. There is a possibility of hives if you do not follow the dosage regimen and apply too much cream at one time.
Special Information
F99 does not react chemically with other systemic and local medications. The ointment can be applied under cosmetics (foundation, cream, emulsion, serum, etc.). In this case, the drug cannot be applied over cosmetics. In this case, its therapeutic effect is reduced.
The components of the cream do not penetrate the systemic bloodstream, so it is suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Also approved for the treatment of children and the elderly.
You should not use the drug for more than 10 days without the recommendation of your attending physician. The course may be repeated, but only after consultation with a specialist. To protect the skin from low temperatures in winter, apply the product to the skin an hour before going outside.
Day cream-hydrolifting “Violet and Marshmallow”, Green Mama
Light and quickly absorbing cream is suitable for any skin type, moisturizes and softens, returning the face a healthy tone and delicate glow. Contains violet extract, vitamin complex and marshmallow extract, which relieves signs of fatigue, swelling, improves microcirculation, gently tones and tightens facial contours. The composition also contains pure shea butter - natural protection of the skin from ultraviolet radiation. This good and inexpensive face cream does not leave an oily sheen and serves as an ideal base for daytime makeup.
Price about 200 rubles.
Storage conditions, release
F99 cream is an over-the-counter product; you can buy it not only at the pharmacy, but also in cosmetic stores. The shelf life is 3 years from the production date indicated on the tube and packaging. After opening, the drug must be used within 6 months. Storage conditions: from 0 to 25°C. Children's access to medicine is limited.
F99 cream belongs to the category of inexpensive pharmaceutical products. In Moscow and the Moscow region you can buy a 50 ml tube for 130 rubles.
Available analogues
Vitamin F cream from the Librederm brand is an analogue, the therapeutic effect of which is also based on vitamin F. Pharmacies offer a large selection of products with a similar effect. These include:
- Boro Plus;
- Rescuer;
- Ambulance;
- Bepanten;
- La Cree;
- Advantan;
- Tsinocap.
The analogue should be prescribed by the attending physician. Unauthorized use of substitutes may lead to undesirable consequences and deterioration of the skin condition.
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13. Toning face cream, Body Shop
The light cream-gel moisturizes, tones and instantly gives the skin a healthy glow thanks to vitamin C, which the product is very rich in, as it contains orange and grapefruit oils. And the reflective particles in the composition turn it into an excellent primer that will prepare the skin for makeup, making it visually fresher.
Price about 650 rub.
