Skin care is essential for everyone. Here is a small guide on how to build your skin care routine and a few tipps and tricks that will help you to reach healthy and glowing skin.
first and foremost: your skin type and concerns:
- 1. dry: hydration
- 2. normal: cleanse & moisturize
- 3. oily: light hydration
- 4. combination: balance
- 5. sensitive: no irritation
- 6. aging: plump, lift, no dark spots
skin care: the three main steps
- cleansing - washing
- toning - balance
- moisturizing - hydration
1. finding a cleanser:
washing your face is the first and most essential step of your skin care routine. wash your face twice a day (mornings and nights) to avoid clogged pores which can cause acne.
your skin type and the perfect cleanser
- oily/acne prone: foaming liquid
- dry/red/eczema prone: cream/lotion
- sensitive: oil
- mature: melting balm
- any: micellar water
CAREFUL!: FOR PEOPLE WITH EXTREMELY DRY SKIN: “overwashing” can cause extreme dryness to skin which can cause breakouts or acne.
2. finding a toner:
toners are liquids that help your skin to find balance. they have nutrients that absorb easily and support your skin.
- hyaluronic acid: hydration
- rose water & green tea: calming irritation
- vitamin c & e: anti aging
3. finding a moisturizer:
use moisturizer all year around for all skin types!
your skin type and the perfect moisturizer
- oily: gel
- normal/combination: lotion
- dry: cream/soft cream
PRO TIP: use sunscreen! a lot of sunscreens have a grey-ish or white-ish teint which can be a problem, but sunscreens keep you protected from the UV rays from the sun and keeps your skin away from aging fast.
HELPFUL TIPS:
- sometimes less is more.
- not everything that is high end actually helps your skin.
- take! your! time!
- don't mix products with products.
- apply serums or oils before moisturizers.
- be gentle with your skin and massage the products in an upwards motion.
- eye creams aren't necessary.
- invest in a face mask and use it once a week.
anyway babes, i wish you all clear skin! check out these articles to go more in detail:
referenced articles:
https://www.nytimes.com/guides/tmagazine/skincare-routine
https://www.byrdie.com/daily-skincare-routine
