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 Facial Care - Make It a Habit!
Author: Amanda Stone
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Following a simple skin care
routine can dramatically affect the way your skin looks and feels.
When you maintain a good skin care routine, you will notice several
significant changes. Your face will be cleaner and exude a healthy
glow. The skin will become more firm and toned. Lines will appear
less noticeable and skin will appear less fatigued. With a regular
skin care routine, you can enjoy beautiful, bright, healthy skin.
Many people start following a
skin care program to fight the signs of aging, but there are
also other reasons to begin a skin care program. A good skin
care program is important when it comes to keeping your skin
looking healthy and youthful - no matter what your age. Skin
conditions such as acne, excess oil, dry skin and sensitive skin
and mature skin changes all benefit from a good skincare routine. |
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People will often fail to establish
a regular facial skin care routine because it does not fit well
with their schedule. Many times hectic schedules and travel plans
can interfere with a regular skin care program and make it difficult
to stick with. The best way to establish a routine is to find
one that is easy to follow. Once you make the routine into a
habit, it will take only a few minutes each day to complete.
Be sure your skin care products are available and easily within
reach. One good idea is to keep your facial cleanser in the shower,
allowing you to cleanse your face while bathing.
Your basic skin care routine
should include a cleanser, toner and moisturizer. Also incorporate
acne treatment if you have acne problems. You may also want to
include eye treatments for wrinkles, dark circles or bags beneath
the eyes. Ideally, organize these steps into your morning routine
in such a way that they do not take a lot of time. One hint is
to apply eye treatments directly under your makeup to quicken
your process.
It is usually easy to follow
an organized skin care plan in the mornings when routines rarely
change. On the other hand, evening routines can be more difficult
to maintain. Last minute plans, traveling, and fatigue all do
their part to interfere with the evening facial skin care routine.
Always be sure to carry small amounts of your skin care products
with you when you travel away from home too. It is important
to maintain your skin care routine, especially when traveling.
The following steps should be
done twice daily, morning and evening: Cleansing the face is
the first step in taking care of your skin. Cleansing helps remove
any excess skin oils or dirt that has accumulated throughout
the day or night. The best cleansers are effective, yet gentle
enough to not disturb the skin's natural moisture balance. They
help to maintain a healthy complexion and are an essential step
in your facial care routine.
Select a cleanser suited to your
skin type. Place a small amount of cleanser into the hands and
emulsify with lukewarm water. Apply to the face in a circular
motion, covering the face for about 30 seconds. Remove from the
skin with warm water, while gently scrubbing with a face cloth
or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with warm and cool water. This action
will remove dirt and impurities from the skin's surface and prepare
it for the next step.
Toners, or toniques, are important
to use after cleansing to return your skin to its proper pH balance.
This is valuable because it can take your skin up to six hours
to return to its proper pH level without the help of a toner.
Keeping the skin at its natural pH allows it to function at its
optimum level. Apply toner using a cotton pad or spray once or
twice, over the entire face and leave on. Your skin will feel
fresh and rejuvenated.
After using the toner, it is
time to treat specific skin care concerns, such as acne, rosacea,
or lack of firmness. This is an optional step but once you experience
the clarifying and age-defying benefits of this step you will
want to continue to include this in you regime. Wait 2-3 minutes
after applying the serum before applying moisturizer.
Moisturizing is the final step
to complete the daily skin care routine. Even oily skin needs
a light moisturizer to keep skin soft and supple. Soften and
hydrate the skin with a moisturizer suited to your skin type.
Apply over the entire face and neck area and leave on. For a
lighter application, emulsify a small amount of moisturizer in
your hand with a few drops of water. You may then very gently
apply a small amount of eye cream or gel around the eyes.
We all know the basics of skin
care - cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. But why should we
also exfoliate and use a masque? These are skin care treatments
that should be integrated into a weekly maintenance plan.
Why Exfoliate? Exfoliation is
the key to vibrant skin. It is important to exfoliate your skin
at least once or twice per week. Exfoliating should be done after
cleansing. Facial exfoliators are essential to keep skin soft
and glowing. They help slough off dead skin cells and keep pores
clear. This sloughing action also smoothes and clarifies the
face's complexion. An exfoliator is a great pick-me-up for tired,
dull skin. It is also a good way to deal with rough or flaky
skin. Apply the exfoliant suited to your skin type and allow
it to dry for 5-10 minutes. Use a face cloth moistened with lukewarm
water to gently scrub off the dried exfoliant using a circular
motion while scrubbing. Rinse thoroughly with water and apply
toner and moisturizer.
Why use Masques? Using a facial
masque once or twice a week will dramatically increase the elasticity
and health of your skin. Choose a masque suited to your skin
type or the condition that you are treating. Emulsify a small
amount of the masque in your hand with a few drops of water and
apply evenly over the entire face, neck and décolleté
areas. Avoid the eye area. Allow the masque to dry for 5-10 minutes
while breathing in the soothing scents. Use a face cloth moistened
with lukewarm water to gently scrub off the masque using circular
motions while scrubbing. Rinse thoroughly with water and apply
toner and moisturizer.
A simple skin care routine can
dramatically affect the way your skin looks and feels. You will
notice significant changes in your skin once you make this routine
into a habit. Good quality products protect the skin from environmental
pollutants and improve the overall complexion of the face. When
you implement a regular skin care routine, you can enjoy beautiful,
bright, healthy skin for life.
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