Here is a follow-up piece to the post I wrote in the first week
on skin care. This post, however, is about how to literally have a
quality skin care routine. Now, for many retailers, they are going to
suggest the most expensive products that you just have to have in
order to maintain healthy, clear skin. For me, however, I just follow
some of the basics. If you want more tips on taking care of your skin,
see my post Living with Healthy Skin.
Daily Skin Care
Taking good care of your skin is important at any age. When you're younger, it may be about having clear skin, but as you age you have to keep in mind that neglecting your skin leads to wrinkles, sun spots, and blemishes (yes, even when you pass the age of 30). So make sure you eat healthy, drink plenty of water, and exercise daily to keep your skin glowing. Oh, and follow this routine:
1. Wash your face with a cleanser based on your skin type. (See How to Pick the Right Cleanser.)
2. Apply eye cream to your eyes for extra hydration and to reduce morning puffiness. (See the "how to" in #5 in the nightly routine, below)
3. Apply sunscreen to your face, neck, ears, and the backs of your hands. These areas are the most exposed to sunlight, and have the same type of more delicate skin. Use at least an SPF of 30, and feel free to use the same sunscreen on your face as you do the rest of your exposed skin, if you can. I have sensitive skin on my face and neck, so I have to use different sunscreens.
4. If applicable, put on foundation and makeup, etc, after you apply sunscreen. The moisture of the sunscreen will help the makeup adhere better to your skin, and powder will help your makeup to stay in place throughout the day.
Put those Bad Habits to Rest
Get enough sleep. Your skin repairs itself at night, so if you're not getting the recommended 7-9 hours a night, your skin is suffering too. But in addition to making sure you get enough sleep, you should take part in a nightly skin care routine as well. With the exception of wearing sunscreen, the routine you follow at night is more important than your morning routine. When you wash and moisturize at night, you are helping your skin to recover from the day's exposure to the elements, including sunlight and pollution. So put your bad habits to rest, and follow the routine below!
1.Use eye cream and a cotton swab, or baby oil and a cotton swab, to remove any makeup you are wearing, especially anything waterproof, and especially around the eyes, where excess makeup buildup can really make your skin look drab.
2. Wash your hands before you wash your face to remove any excess oils. Make sure you wash your neck, too, where the skin is as sensitive as your face.
3. After washing your face, use either toner or astringent with a cotton swab to remove any left over dirt and particles from your face and neck. To pick which one to use, use the following guidelines: Astringent is very strong, and will dry out your skin if you have normal or dry skin. However, if is very good to use on acne and other blemishes. Toner is good for those with normal or dry skin, as it is slightly hydrating while it removes the excess dirt. Plus, it usually smells better.
4. Rinse your face again with warm water, toweling off but leaving your face slightly damp. Then, hydrate your skin by moisturizing with a lotion made for your skin type. Sensitive skin - go for hypoallergenic! When the lotion is absorbed, reapply to fully replenish the moisture that has escaped your skin while you schlepped around all day. (Note: this moisturizing routine goes for after you shower and your whole body, as well.)
5. Finally, apply eye cream around your eyes, using light strokes with your ring finger (less pressure) and spreading it out away from your nose toward your cheekbones, to keep the circulation flowing.
6. Enjoy your rejuvenated skin!
(Note: this is a basic skin care routine, for more information on skin peels, exfoliation, and facials, Google it!)
Daily Skin Care
Taking good care of your skin is important at any age. When you're younger, it may be about having clear skin, but as you age you have to keep in mind that neglecting your skin leads to wrinkles, sun spots, and blemishes (yes, even when you pass the age of 30). So make sure you eat healthy, drink plenty of water, and exercise daily to keep your skin glowing. Oh, and follow this routine:
1. Wash your face with a cleanser based on your skin type. (See How to Pick the Right Cleanser.)
2. Apply eye cream to your eyes for extra hydration and to reduce morning puffiness. (See the "how to" in #5 in the nightly routine, below)
3. Apply sunscreen to your face, neck, ears, and the backs of your hands. These areas are the most exposed to sunlight, and have the same type of more delicate skin. Use at least an SPF of 30, and feel free to use the same sunscreen on your face as you do the rest of your exposed skin, if you can. I have sensitive skin on my face and neck, so I have to use different sunscreens.
4. If applicable, put on foundation and makeup, etc, after you apply sunscreen. The moisture of the sunscreen will help the makeup adhere better to your skin, and powder will help your makeup to stay in place throughout the day.
Put those Bad Habits to Rest
Get enough sleep. Your skin repairs itself at night, so if you're not getting the recommended 7-9 hours a night, your skin is suffering too. But in addition to making sure you get enough sleep, you should take part in a nightly skin care routine as well. With the exception of wearing sunscreen, the routine you follow at night is more important than your morning routine. When you wash and moisturize at night, you are helping your skin to recover from the day's exposure to the elements, including sunlight and pollution. So put your bad habits to rest, and follow the routine below!
1.Use eye cream and a cotton swab, or baby oil and a cotton swab, to remove any makeup you are wearing, especially anything waterproof, and especially around the eyes, where excess makeup buildup can really make your skin look drab.
2. Wash your hands before you wash your face to remove any excess oils. Make sure you wash your neck, too, where the skin is as sensitive as your face.
3. After washing your face, use either toner or astringent with a cotton swab to remove any left over dirt and particles from your face and neck. To pick which one to use, use the following guidelines: Astringent is very strong, and will dry out your skin if you have normal or dry skin. However, if is very good to use on acne and other blemishes. Toner is good for those with normal or dry skin, as it is slightly hydrating while it removes the excess dirt. Plus, it usually smells better.
4. Rinse your face again with warm water, toweling off but leaving your face slightly damp. Then, hydrate your skin by moisturizing with a lotion made for your skin type. Sensitive skin - go for hypoallergenic! When the lotion is absorbed, reapply to fully replenish the moisture that has escaped your skin while you schlepped around all day. (Note: this moisturizing routine goes for after you shower and your whole body, as well.)
5. Finally, apply eye cream around your eyes, using light strokes with your ring finger (less pressure) and spreading it out away from your nose toward your cheekbones, to keep the circulation flowing.
6. Enjoy your rejuvenated skin!
(Note: this is a basic skin care routine, for more information on skin peels, exfoliation, and facials, Google it!)
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