BODY Let’s get fizzical


This fizzy face-cleansing technique originally from Japan and popularised in Korea claims to be a skin miracle worker, not only purifying it post-cleanse, but firming its overall appearance


Fizzy water facial


What is it about? Carbonated water has a lower pH (between pH3 and 4, which makes it slightly more acidic) than tap water (between pH6.5-8.5) so it’s less likely to lead to dryness. Plus, it dilates the skin and widens blood vessels to create a smoother, brighter complexion.


What are the benefits? The reason some aestheticians love this treatment, other than for its simplicity, is because the mineral water can help keep the cells between collagen fibres strong, aiding overall firmness and plumpness of the skin. The sparkling water is also known to help mechanically wash out the pores without too much harshness.


Regular sparkling water V sparkling mineral water? The mineral content mixed with the carbonated water is what is supposed to help deliver the benefits beyond that of simple sparkling water cleansing the skin. Typically, the


ratio of the water mixes should be one to one. Also, the mineral water helps dilute the harshness of the fizzing in the carbonated water, so it’s best to mix the two together. Alternatively, you can use carbonated mineral water, but this should then be mixed with regular water, the idea is to dilute the carbonation to be gentler on the face.


How does it feel? Carbonated water feels a bit warm, and some say you can feel the fizzing action on the skin. It doesn’t necessarily hurt, but because it does warm up and feel slightly tingly, it can feel a bit unfamiliar and uncomfortable.


Who is it best for? This is fairly gentle and great for most skin types; very sensitive skin types should proceed with some caution. And, of course, moderation is key. Because of the fizzing action, this shouldn’t be done excessively. More is not more, in this case.


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