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Some Facts About Facial Care

Filed under: Other - Skin & Body — Tags: , , , , — freetrafficsystem @ 8:34 pm March 28, 2010

You need to be quite regimented in terms of facial skin care. Get in to a program and stick to it. The five main aspects of facial skin care can be sorted as follows:-

• Cleansing

• Toning

• Exfoliating

• Moisturizing

• Protection

Cleansing:

First and foremost is cleansing. It sounds like stating the obvious but state it I will. Taking away the days dirt, air pollution, grease, and sweat from your skin will help avoid harm and infection. Apply a mild oil free soap or cleansing lotion and a cotton wool pad and dab, not rub. Cleansing is best done in the morning and at night as part of your routine. Always use a preparatory make-up remover this is often better than using water and soap.

Toning:

The following part of your facial skin care routine is known as toning, it is really an extension to cleansing. You actually only should do this extra cleansing occasionally when you have perhaps taken part in an activity or been in an environment that has made you sweatier or dirtier than usual.

Exfoliation:

You do not have to exfoliate daily. Weekly or maybe 2 times a week according to what your skin has been through all week. We all naturally loose skin cells, its part of being human. Skin cells die its actually what makes up a lot of the dust at home, however, a few of the dead skin cells require help, this where exfoliation comes in. The act of exfoliation is abrasive on the skin so you should be careful to not cause damage to healthy living skin.

Moisturizing:

Moisturizing is probably the most important part of your daily facial skin care routine. Moisturizing your skin will avoid it from becoming dry, in particular after each of the dirt, grease and oil have been eliminated during your cleansing routine. Dry skin can lead to all sorts of problems, for example, cracking. Cracking of the skin can cause soreness and possible infection. Use your moisturizer when the skin is a little damp and not when the skin is cold. Using a gentle upward motion, as with cleansing, apply your moisturizer.

Protection:

Previous to using any product on your skin, testing the product on a small unseen area is a good idea. Know your skin type before selecting the products you intend to use. Always apply the best quality sunscreen or even better sun block if you intend to spend time outside, the sun can be really harmful to the pores and skin so it is vital to protect against its rays. Always read the label of any product for applying it to your skin.

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Dry Skin Care

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , — freetrafficsystem @ 9:34 am September 17, 2009

Sometimes skin has a low level of sebum, which is the natural oil that is produced by skin glands. It is called dry skin and it cannot hold moisture and will look parched and feel tight when washed and in some extreme times, it can show some signs of chapping and cracking. The wind and very high or low temperatures can steal the natural moisture and make the skin feel tight across the bones. Dry skin can cause embarrassing flakes and any mark or dry skin will be very dull and show up on cheeks and near the eyes. You may also find dry skin on the knees, hands and in the mid section.

The most common cause of dry skin is the lack of sufficient moisture from sebum. In some cases, this can be due to genetic conditions. There are also environmental causes like exposure to sun, cold, cosmetics, chemicals, and wind can cause dry skin too. Other reasons can be poor diet. A diet that is deficient in vitamin A and B is more likely to take away the skin’s moisture. Skin diseases like dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, or seborrhea are causes of dry skin. It can be a result also of other conditions like diabetes and hypothyroidism and the use of certain drugs like diuretics, antispasmodics, and antihistamines.

Dry skin is also going to need a lot of easy cleansing, massage to stimulate the sebum production and a lot of quality in moisture and oil. When you are washing your skin with soap it will take out the natural protective oil along with the dirt. Use of a good moisturizer will return lost water content to the skin. You can use neutral not acidic or alkaline products for washing the skin and abstain from using commercial soaps. After the second cleansing you need to treat the skin lightly with moisturizing cream.

Once you have taken a bath or shower, you can apply baby oil over the skin. The area that is around the eyes needs to have a bigger application of the oil. You can also massage your face and apply some homemade remedies that are suggested by a doctor.

Every morning you should treat your skin with a spray of mineral water. You should then apply some beauty mask for dry skin and mix together one egg, teaspoon of honey, half teaspoon of olive oil and a couple drops of rose water. This makes a great mask to use on your face and body.

Eating a good balanced diet that is loaded with vitamins and minerals is a great idea. You should include some sulfur containing foods like onion, garlic, asparagus, and eggs as part of your diet. You can eat more carrots and yellow and orange vegetables. You should refrain from alcohol, caffeine, coffee, tea, and sugary drinks. Other items to limit are French fries, and other junk food that are high in grease or fat. This will help to keep your skin healthy and stop it from drying out.
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