What is thermal water, how is it used and what benefits does it have for the skin?
Posted by Ivatherm
When you think of thermal water, sensations of refreshment and revitalization are the first things that come to mind. Whether you lead a very active lifestyle, juggling family, work, and friends, or prefer a more serene way of living, focusing on spirituality and personal development, your skin has the same needs for hydration and care. When you give your skin what it needs, you feel more beautiful, stronger, and more motivated to succeed.
That's why, in the following, we will tell you about the properties and benefits of thermal water, its composition, and how it can complement your skin care routine.
Contents
What is thermal water and where does it come from?
When rainwater passes through the water table at great depths – hundreds or even thousands of kilometers – and "collects" minerals from the deposits it enters along the way, its reappearance on the surface in the form of springs takes on a new, mineralized form, rich in trace elements with beneficial properties for the skin and beyond.
A thermal spring appears when groundwater rises to the Earth's surface due to geothermal heating. Heating can be due to magma and volcanic activity, or the thermal energy of terrestrial faults.
Thermal water often contains large amounts of dissolved minerals and can have very low acidity (pH 0.8) or be alkaline and rich in carbon dioxide, carbonic and silicon minerals. Some thermal waters may also contain large amounts of iron.
People have used thermal water for the past two millennia for bathing and relaxation, and in the last 30-40 years, research and use have moved towards therapies and beauty.
Properties of thermal water
Regarding the characteristics of thermal water, there are a few important things you should know:
Purity – Thermal water does not contain bacteria or pollutants. Therefore, it is considered pure water.
Mineral richness – Thermal water is rich in mineral salts and trace elements from deep layers of the Earth and has a range of therapeutic and cosmetic uses.
The properties of thermal water range from soothing irritated skin to deep hydration and beneficial effects on conditions such as rheumatic or cardiovascular diseases, as well as benefits for well-being and relaxation.
Composition of thermal water
Thermal water can contain a series of minerals and trace elements, which have various beneficial effects on the skin:
Selenium – powerful antioxidant, prevents and mitigates the action of free radicals
Potassium – contributes to effective skin hydration
Iron – scarring action and supports rapid skin healing
Herculane Thermal Water, which is an ingredient in Ivatherm cosmetic products, springs from Băile Herculane and travels a distance of 2000 m to the Earth's surface. It has anti-inflammatory, healing, and soothing effects, contains anti-aging minerals such as manganese, and also has an anti-irritant role due to the zinc in its composition. It comes from great depths, from the heart of the mountain, warm at 45 degrees, very pure, free from urban and industrial pollutants.
Benefits of thermal water on the skin
Due to its mineral components, thermal water has a series of benefits for the skin and is used in daily care routines at different stages, from morning refreshment to makeup setting.
Hydration
Thermal water and the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) share a number of minerals, such as calcium, sodium, potassium, and magnesium. These minerals contribute to skin hydration, which is why thermal water is hydrating both when used as a spray and when included in other cosmetic products such as moisturizing cream, face serum, lotions, or balms.
Soothing
Due to the mineral salts it contains, thermal water is an effective remedy for irritated, allergic, or superficially damaged skin caused by external factors such as pollution or environmental impurities. Thermal water can be used after exfoliation or after hair removal, to soothe the skin.
Reducing the effects of sunburn
Due to the minerals it contains, thermal water soothes sunburn caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays. It has a healing, hydrating, and calming action when used on skin that has suffered from the harmful action of UVA and UVB ultraviolet radiation.
Evening out skin appearance
Due to its calming effect, thermal water evens out skin texture and tone. At the same time, it gives the skin radiance and ensures a healthy and luminous appearance.
Revitalizing the skin and restoring elasticity
Thermal water refreshes the skin and restores its elasticity in a short time. Use it on mornings when "creases" on the skin, caused by sleeping position, are more pronounced, and you will notice how, in just a few minutes, the skin becomes smoother and regains its shape.
Antioxidant action
Due to its rich selenium content, thermal water can have a beneficial effect on the formation of free radicals, generating changes in skin enzyme activity.
Uses of thermal water
There are thermal waters for external use – such as those already known for spa tourism – but also thermal waters that can be consumed (drunk) in courses, due to their properties.
Internal administration of thermal waters
Thermal water can be drunk, on the recommendation and under the guidance of a doctor, as a complementary remedy in the treatment of several conditions:
Digestive disorders – gastritis, ulcers, chronic constipation, and colitis
Hepato-biliary disorders
Urinary tract infections and disorders
Cardiovascular diseases – hypertension or atherosclerosis
Metabolic disorders – diabetes and obesity
Respiratory diseases and allergies
Obstetrical and gynecological conditions
Thermal water may also be recommended as a remedy for manifestations of degenerative osteoarticular conditions, neurological ones, and post-traumatic sequelae.
External use of thermal water
Thermal water is used externally either as thermal baths or as a standalone cosmetic product or an ingredient in creams or lotions.
Thermal baths
Thermal baths are recommended for treating manifestations of rheumatic conditions, such as coxarthrosis and gonarthrosis, or as remedies for postoperative and post-traumatic pain. They can also be effective in reducing symptoms associated with polyarthritis, spondylosis, and arthritis.
Thermal water and skin conditions
Thermal water is also indicated in the treatment of skin conditions. Acne, psoriasis, and eczema are some of them. The minerals and trace elements present in thermal water have beneficial effects for atopic skin, as well as in cases of dermatitis and cutaneous allergies.
Thermal water can be safely used at any age. It is often indicated in the treatment of juvenile acne, and also for soothing children's skin, whether we are talking about localized irritations or eczema and allergic skin reactions, such as diaper rash.
How to choose the best thermal water for your face
Whether you are looking for the best thermal water spray for your face or other cosmetic products containing this ingredient, it is important to consider a few selection criteria:
Mineral and trace element content – study their order and quantity before choosing a thermal water to ensure it meets your skin's needs.
Source of origin – this is an important indicator of the depth from which the water comes and its purity.
Usage need – consider your skin's needs to choose a suitable thermal water. For example, if you need thermal water to act as an astringent, opt for one rich in calcium.
Contraindications of thermal water
Regarding the use of thermal water for the face or cosmetic products containing this ingredient, there are no known contraindications or side effects.
Thermal baths, however, are not recommended for people suffering from conditions such as high blood pressure, angina pectoris, heart rhythm disorders, or heart failure, infectious diseases, malignant tumors, or epilepsy. The recovery period following a thrombosis, stroke, or myocardial infarction is also sensitive.
Thermal baths are also contraindicated for women during pregnancy or those diagnosed with an ovarian cyst.
You can easily incorporate thermal water into your daily face and body skin care routine. Use it before applying your day or night moisturizer, spray it to set your makeup, or cool and refresh your skin with it on hot summer days. Feel the benefits of pure water on your skin and enjoy its immediate and long-term effects!
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.
What is thermal water, how is it used and what benefits does it have for the skin?
When you think of thermal water, sensations of refreshment and revitalization are the first things that come to mind. Whether you lead a very active lifestyle, juggling family, work, and friends, or prefer a more serene way of living, focusing on spirituality and personal development, your skin has the same needs for hydration and care. When you give your skin what it needs, you feel more beautiful, stronger, and more motivated to succeed.
That's why, in the following, we will tell you about the properties and benefits of thermal water, its composition, and how it can complement your skin care routine.
Contents
What is thermal water and where does it come from?
When rainwater passes through the water table at great depths – hundreds or even thousands of kilometers – and "collects" minerals from the deposits it enters along the way, its reappearance on the surface in the form of springs takes on a new, mineralized form, rich in trace elements with beneficial properties for the skin and beyond.
A thermal spring appears when groundwater rises to the Earth's surface due to geothermal heating. Heating can be due to magma and volcanic activity, or the thermal energy of terrestrial faults.
Thermal water often contains large amounts of dissolved minerals and can have very low acidity (pH 0.8) or be alkaline and rich in carbon dioxide, carbonic and silicon minerals. Some thermal waters may also contain large amounts of iron.
People have used thermal water for the past two millennia for bathing and relaxation, and in the last 30-40 years, research and use have moved towards therapies and beauty.
Properties of thermal water
Regarding the characteristics of thermal water, there are a few important things you should know:
The properties of thermal water range from soothing irritated skin to deep hydration and beneficial effects on conditions such as rheumatic or cardiovascular diseases, as well as benefits for well-being and relaxation.
Composition of thermal water
Thermal water can contain a series of minerals and trace elements, which have various beneficial effects on the skin:
Benefits of thermal water on the skin
Due to its mineral components, thermal water has a series of benefits for the skin and is used in daily care routines at different stages, from morning refreshment to makeup setting.
Hydration
Thermal water and the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) share a number of minerals, such as calcium, sodium, potassium, and magnesium. These minerals contribute to skin hydration, which is why thermal water is hydrating both when used as a spray and when included in other cosmetic products such as moisturizing cream, face serum, lotions, or balms.
Soothing
Due to the mineral salts it contains, thermal water is an effective remedy for irritated, allergic, or superficially damaged skin caused by external factors such as pollution or environmental impurities. Thermal water can be used after exfoliation or after hair removal, to soothe the skin.
Reducing the effects of sunburn
Due to the minerals it contains, thermal water soothes sunburn caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays. It has a healing, hydrating, and calming action when used on skin that has suffered from the harmful action of UVA and UVB ultraviolet radiation.
Evening out skin appearance
Due to its calming effect, thermal water evens out skin texture and tone. At the same time, it gives the skin radiance and ensures a healthy and luminous appearance.
Revitalizing the skin and restoring elasticity
Thermal water refreshes the skin and restores its elasticity in a short time. Use it on mornings when "creases" on the skin, caused by sleeping position, are more pronounced, and you will notice how, in just a few minutes, the skin becomes smoother and regains its shape.
Antioxidant action
Due to its rich selenium content, thermal water can have a beneficial effect on the formation of free radicals, generating changes in skin enzyme activity.
Uses of thermal water
There are thermal waters for external use – such as those already known for spa tourism – but also thermal waters that can be consumed (drunk) in courses, due to their properties.
Internal administration of thermal waters
Thermal water can be drunk, on the recommendation and under the guidance of a doctor, as a complementary remedy in the treatment of several conditions:
Thermal water may also be recommended as a remedy for manifestations of degenerative osteoarticular conditions, neurological ones, and post-traumatic sequelae.
External use of thermal water
Thermal water is used externally either as thermal baths or as a standalone cosmetic product or an ingredient in creams or lotions.
Thermal baths
Thermal baths are recommended for treating manifestations of rheumatic conditions, such as coxarthrosis and gonarthrosis, or as remedies for postoperative and post-traumatic pain. They can also be effective in reducing symptoms associated with polyarthritis, spondylosis, and arthritis.
Thermal water and skin conditions
Thermal water is also indicated in the treatment of skin conditions. Acne, psoriasis, and eczema are some of them. The minerals and trace elements present in thermal water have beneficial effects for atopic skin, as well as in cases of dermatitis and cutaneous allergies.
Thermal water can be safely used at any age. It is often indicated in the treatment of juvenile acne, and also for soothing children's skin, whether we are talking about localized irritations or eczema and allergic skin reactions, such as diaper rash.
How to choose the best thermal water for your face
Whether you are looking for the best thermal water spray for your face or other cosmetic products containing this ingredient, it is important to consider a few selection criteria:
Contraindications of thermal water
Regarding the use of thermal water for the face or cosmetic products containing this ingredient, there are no known contraindications or side effects.
Thermal baths, however, are not recommended for people suffering from conditions such as high blood pressure, angina pectoris, heart rhythm disorders, or heart failure, infectious diseases, malignant tumors, or epilepsy. The recovery period following a thrombosis, stroke, or myocardial infarction is also sensitive.
Thermal baths are also contraindicated for women during pregnancy or those diagnosed with an ovarian cyst.
You can easily incorporate thermal water into your daily face and body skin care routine. Use it before applying your day or night moisturizer, spray it to set your makeup, or cool and refresh your skin with it on hot summer days. Feel the benefits of pure water on your skin and enjoy its immediate and long-term effects!
Echipa Ivatherm
Conținutul IvaStories este creat de echipa Ivatherm, brand romanesc de dermatocosmetice fondat de Dr. Rucsandra Hurezeanu. Produsele Ivatherm sunt formulate cu Apă Termală Herculane și sunt testate dermatologic, recomandate de medici specialiști.