Everyone wants a great complexion, but how many people actually take the necessary steps to obtain clear skin? Not too many. The easiest way to get the skin you desire is to follow the four step regimen, which includes:
Cleanse
Every morning, before starting the day one should wash away all the impurities that have collected in the pores while asleep. Allowing pores to stay dirty throughout the day will cause oily skin, breakouts and black heads. Splashing water and pat drying is not the correct way to properly cleanse the face. Rinse the face with lukewarm water, lather desired face wash evenly across face, scrub for 30 seconds and finally rinse thoroughly. Body soap should not be used to wash the face; only use soap made specifically for face to avoid over drying. Washing your face incorrectly can cause inflammation
, dryness, or extremely oily skin.
Exfoliate
This is the secret to smooth and even skin-tone! Exfoliating isn’t necessary every single time the face gets washed throughout the day, but definitely once as part of your daily skincare regimen. Exfoliating the skin removes the top layer of dead skin cells that make the skin dull. Daily exfoliation allows the skin to take in moisture far better than ever before because of the absence of the surface layer of skin cells. However, regularly exfoliating the skin encourages the treatment of a variety of skin problems such as fine lines, wrinkles, age spots
, sun damage, blemishes and other skin troubles. Apply the exfoliate of your choice to fingertips and gently scrub it into the face. When exfoliating, be sure not to scrub too hard, doing so will leave the skin sore and possibly red.
Tone
Toner is like the miracle worker, honestly! The purpose of a toner is to lift away any dirt or oil left behind after cleansing your face. It leaves your skin feeling refreshed and super clean. When applying toner only squeeze a small amount onto a cotton ball then smooth over the entire face in a circular motion to get the best results.
Moisturize
Despite how oily your skin type is, anyone can benefit from a good moisturizer. The importance of a moisturizer is to lock in moisture and avoid dryness, making the skin soft and supple. All skin types vary; most skin types require more moisture than others. People with dry skin should use a moisturizer that is rich and creamy, while people with oily skin should use a moisturizer that is significantly lighter. Always avoid products that contain perfumes or petroleum, these enable the ability to avoid skin reactions and clog pores. Try to find products that are oil free and non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores). Apply moisturizer as you usually would, evenly around the entire face.
These steps are the only way to give you clear and healthy skin. Though it may seem like a lot for a daily routine, in actuality it isn’t. Those who struggle with acne should ask a dermatologist before using certain products.
