We’re here to help if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the skincare industry. As you know, there are literally hundreds of new goods and “must-have” ingredients being produced every week, so it can be difficult to know which things you need and which are merely a fad.
As a first step, you need to know what your skin type is and how to care for it. Using the wrong products can cause irritation, inflammation, breakouts, and even accelerated aging on your skin if you’re uninformed or ignorant. You can have more than one type of skin, and it can change through time and the seasons, so always pay attention to your skin and what it tells you about what it needs.
As a result, the effectiveness of your skincare products will be reduced if you don’t use them in the appropriate order. Lighter formulae should be applied first, so they may be absorbed without the barrier of thicker creams; as a general rule, When using thicker creams, let your skin time to absorb the substance to avoid piling (the small balls you get when you overuse product) (at least a few minutes).
‘More is not always better when it comes to skincare. Consequently, if you use too much moisturizer, it may certainly pill or may even clog your pores, so be careful. Because your skin will not be able to absorb it all, it is a waste of product and money!
When it comes to Korean beauty, double cleansing is one of our favorite tricks. You’ll get rid of all the debris, bacteria, oil, and pollution that’s accumulated on your skin throughout the day by washing twice, so you’ll have a perfectly clean canvas to apply your evening skincare products on.
You should always perform a patch test before using a new product to ensure that you don’t have an allergic response or irritation. To see how the formula affects your skin, test a small bit on the inner arm.
It’s a big no-no to keep expired things in your home because it’s unhealthy for you. Even if you don’t notice, your favorite beauty products harbor bacteria, which can lead to illnesses and irritations, not to mention that they don’t perform as well – we’re talking about gunky mascara! Toxins can build up in your body and on your skin after using certain items for a long period of time. It’s best to get rid of any cosmetics that you can’t recall purchasing if you can’t remember when you got them.
If there’s one thing dermatologists tell us over and over again, it’s that sunscreen is essential for preventing UV damage to the skin. Sun exposure is responsible for 90% of the aging process of your skin, and you may manage this process to your own benefit. So, even on overcast winter days, use an SPF 30 or higher sunscreen with a 5-star UVA rating to keep your skin protected. You should use it every day, and your skin will thank you for it.
