Creating the perfect skin care routine will encompass all of the elements that will help you look younger. Your skin will be healthier and have fewer breakouts and wrinkles.
The first thing you should do is determine the type of skin you have. Is your skin oily, dry or a combination?
The next thing to consider is if you are prone to allergic reactions and which products or ingredients aggravate the allergy. Read the ingredients on the back of the bottle, so you can avoid any adverse reactions.
Additionally, you should pinpoint your “problem areas”. Do you have crows feet, sagging around the jowl area or forehead lines? There are products on the market you can use to treat those issues.
With the above points in mind, let’s take a look at how you can create the perfect skin care routine for yourself:
Cleanser
Once you have determined your skin type, you should choose a cleanser that is designed for your kind of skin.
For instance, if you have oily skin that is acne prone, you would want a cleanser that is specifically created to treat that condition. The same goes for dry skin. You will need to use a cleanser and other products that hydrate the skin. If you use the wrong products on your skin, such as a cleanser, you could worsen the problems you are having.
Cleanse your face at night before you go to bed. This will remove all of the dirt that has accumulated on your face throughout the day. It is also a good idea to wash your face in the morning as well.
Exfoliator
It is beneficial to use an exfoliator once a week. This process will lift any dead skin cells that are clogging pores. It also allows fresh skin to appear after the dull cells are removed.
There are many facial scrubs on the market that are created for all skin types.
Toner
Always use a toner after cleansing the face. Doing so, will balance the pH of the skin and eliminate inflammation and breakouts.
This article reveals that there are toners specifically created for particular skin characteristics. For example, hyaluronic acid to plump skin and reduce fine lines. Rose water and green tea toners will help decrease redness.
Serums
Serums are very concentrated formulas that are chock full of nutrients for the skin.
If you are looking for something to reduce wrinkles and sagging skin, then try a serum made with retinol.
You may be looking to reduce dark spots from sun damage. If that is the case, choose a serum that is Vitamin C based.
Moisturizer
Always finish up your facial routine with a moisturizer. You should always use a moisturizer that contains a sunscreen. The sun rays will further damage the skin. SPF 30-50 are the best choices.
Conclusion
Once you have determined all of the issues and concerns with your skin and have acquired all of the products to treat it, you will be on your way to a more youthful look. This article states that it usually takes about six weeks of consistent, regular use of a product to see the effectiveness that it provides.
The biggest challenge that we have, is sticking to the routine. Using all of the products as directed on a regular basis, will help give you the results you are looking for.
In addition to a skin care routine, you also need to stay hydrated, by drinking plenty of water. Also, try to get a full eight hours of sleep at night.
Maintain a healthy diet with minimal sugar and fats. Eat a lot of vegetables, so that your entire body, including the skin, will benefit from their nutrients.
Incorporating facial exercise into your daily skin care routine will help tighten and tone loose skin on the face and neck. It will also help decrease and prevent fine lines and wrinkles on the facial area.
For further reading, check out: Doing These Facial Exercises Will Give Maximum Change and 6 Things You Can Do To Help You Look Younger.
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