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All for a clear skin
If pampering your face with face packs, creams and toners have not helped or improved your skin texture, then its time to ponder on a serious note. According to skin specialists the first step is to identify the type of skin. K. Veena of Naturals says, "Applying lotions and moisturisers without proper knowledge of the skin type will mar the skin." Read on to know your skin type, how to apply cleansers and the role of food:
How to identify your skin type
Clean the skin with the help of a mild cleanser followed by a toner. Pat it dry with cotton or a soft towel and notice the pores on the skin. If the pores are small, then it is normal to dry skin. If the pores are enlarged, then your skin is of dry to oily. If you find a combination of small and large pores, then you skin is of the third type, oily to combination.
Cleansing
Immaterial of your skin type, washing your face at least thrice a day – morning, noon and night with lukewarm water is a must. However, Veena cautions, "Avoid washing your face very often since over cleansing would reduce the natural moisture of the skin and make it dry." Every night make sure you remove traces of make up with cleansing milk otherwise that may clog pores and can lead to unwanted breakouts.
How to do
Splash lukewarm water on your face. Take a few drops of face wash and mix it with equal amount of water in your palm. Apply it all over the face in an upward circular movement except around the eye, and wash it off with lots of water. After every face wash pamper your skin with a fine line of moisturiser. Application of scrubs once in a fortnight helps to remove the dead skins.
Types of cleansers
For oily skin : Oil-free, water-based cleansers.
For normal skin: Wash with cleansers that contain glycerine.
For dry skin: Soap free and mild cleansers
Moisturisers
Moisturisers make your skin feel supple and are required for all types of skin. Make sure to apply a moisturiser all over your body after a bath. For people with dry skin, normal moisturiser will do, whereas for oily and combination skin, gel-based moisturisers are ideal.
Usage of sunscreen
Sunscreen is a must and probably the most important step when it comes to protecting the skin from harmful environmental factors. Make certain to use a sunscreen or moisturiser containing SPF (sun protecting factor) of 15 or 35. A regular usage of sunscreen helps to protect your skin from skin tan, pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles.
Nutrition and Lifestyle
Apart from external cleansing and moisturising, intake of right food also has an effect on your skin. Proper nutrition and ample rest contribute to healthy skin. You can make it beautiful provided you take care of your skin," sums up Veena.
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