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 Astringent A Skin Care Product
Author: Mel Joelle
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Astringent is one of those things
that everyone has heard of, yet most people do not really know
what it is. It’s a shame really, because it is something
that is beneficial to any skin care routine. Whether your skin
is oily or dry, astringent can improve your complexion. Below
you will find the answers to your most basic astringent questions.
What is astringent?
An astringent is something that
draws soft tissue together. When used for skincare, one of the
most important things an astringent (which is also called a toner)
does is tighten the skin by constricting your pores. This will
give you a more even skin tone and will also fight signs of aging,
such as sagging skin and wrinkles. Astringents also cleanse the
skin by neutralizing oils and removing leftover makeup. This
helps to prevent blackheads and other blemishes. Astringents
are also used to soothe irritated skin. Some people apply it
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There are a variety of astringents
on the market. The gentlest ones are made from natural ingredients
like chamomile, green tea, and witch hazel. There are also alcohol-based
astringents. These are best for oily skin. Alcohol is drying
and may be too harsh for sensitive or dry skin.
How and when do I use astringent?
You should think of an astringent
as another step to your daily skin care routine. Each time you
wash your face, which is ideally in the morning and at night,
you should use astringent. First, you should wash your face with
a cleanser that is appropriate for your skin type. Steer clear
of harsh, drying cleansers since you are going to add another
cleansing step to your routine. Next, gently pat your face dry
with a clean towel. Take a cotton ball and softly apply the astringent
to your T-Zone (which is your forehead, nose and chin). This
is the area that is most prone to breakouts and blemishes. You
may also want to swipe it across your cheeks. Let the astringent
dry and then apply a moisturizer. This last part is incredibly
important, as astringents can be drying.
Is there anything else I should
know?
If you start to notice too much
dryness, there are a couple of questions you should ask yourself.
First, are you applying moisturizer immediately after the astringent
dries? If the answer is no, you should start to do that immediately.
As touched on before, astringent can be drying. Remember that
moisturizer should be an important part of any skincare routine.
It keeps your skin hydrated and fights signs of aging.
If you have been using a moisturizer
and your skin is still dry, think about how often you have been
applying it. Are you using too much astringent? Try reducing
the amount you use by gently dipping your cotton puff in the
astringent. You may also want to reduce the number of times you
use it per day.
If you’ve done both of these
things and you still notice dryness, you should take a look at
the type of astringent you are using. If it’s alcohol-based,
you may want to consider trying a gentler type, like one made
from witch hazel.
Using an astringent is a simple
way to really improve the look of your skin. It will keep it
clean and fight off blemishes, while tightening your skin and
giving it a fresh, healthy look. This simple extra step to your
beauty routine will work wonders on your complexion!
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