How to properly care for your facial skin - complete step-by-step instructions

For results to exceed expectations, you need proper facial skin care; an experienced cosmetologist would call this a systematic ritual. After all, it is daily manipulations, using the right means and tactics, that allow you to achieve the desired effect, and most importantly, do not harm the skin.

A lady with a well-groomed appearance is beautiful, fashionable, and has status. Such women feel more confident and attract the attention of others. To join this category of well-groomed beauties, you don’t have to wait for Monday, you need to start today and right now!

A visit to a cosmetologist will certainly affect the quality of your skin, but since not every woman has the time and funds for this event, we decided to help and share the main secrets and advice of facial care professionals.

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Less is more

Go into your bathroom and carefully inspect all the products that are included in your daily care. Ask yourself whether all these endless batteries of jars and bottles are really necessary, or if some of them ended up here completely by accident. Divide all your products into two categories: “Vital” and “Non-essential”.

As a rule, if you have too many different creams, masks, serums, exfoliants and lotions, they will constantly overlap with each other in terms of the effect they have. That is, in fact, these are just backup products that do not bring any new effect and do not particularly enhance it. The skin does not need to be moisturized three times in the morning and four in the evening; it only needs one good moisturizer and one good nourishing serum.

Study all the effects of your usual products and leave 1-2 jars for each product. There is no need to leave four different nourishing masks, two are enough at best. This is a question related to at least two factors - the health of your skin and the impact on the environment. Over-hydration can lead to swelling, and constant cleansing, especially with peels and acids, removes too much of the skin's natural protective layer and leads to breakouts and irritation. Too much plastic and the uncontrolled chemical industry, which includes the cosmetics industry, are detrimental to the environment, and you can do your part to make this process a little more meaningful.

Home facial care: what needs to be done to make it “work”

If we imagine for a second that we exclude proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and other microelements that support body functions from our diet, what will happen? He will die. The skin is our largest organ, and if you don’t give it nutrients, the same thing will happen to it.

With such an intelligible comparison, Olga Smolyaninova, a cosmetologist and esthetician at the New Line clinic and a consultant teacher, began the conversation about home skin care.

Two homemade meals a day

When people say that home skin care is unnecessary and useless, they are deeply mistaken. Of course, it doesn’t give the same effect as professional care in a cosmetologist’s office - but it shouldn’t do that, its mission is completely different.

«A visit to a cosmetologist is a magical transformation. The skin instantly becomes more beautiful, smooth, and moisturized. The client looks in the mirror and exclaims: finally I see a reflection that makes me happy. But this feeling is short-lived: it lasts for 48 hours, if we are talking about modern means

", explains the cosmetologist.

To prolong the miraculous effect, you need to apply home care products to your skin twice daily, morning and evening. This applies to everyone without exception: women, men, teenagers. Regardless of gender and age, everyone who wants to have healthy and beautiful skin should take a few minutes for this.

You can get tremendous pleasure from home care! Modern cosmetics are very pleasant in all organoleptic properties - they are aromatic, delicate in texture and give instant results that accumulate from application to application.

True, there is one important point here: in order for homemade cosmetics to “work”, it must be selected by a cosmetologist. Select and give recommendations on how to use it. Otherwise, it may be ineffective and even harmful.

Olga adds: “ It happens that sometimes a person who has received recommendations for home care suddenly disappears somewhere for a long time. And then it turns out: he didn’t come because he was satisfied with the result he received from his daily rituals. On the one hand, this can upset the cosmetologist, because professional care should not be excluded, but on the other hand, it can make him happy, because this means that the cosmetics were chosen correctly

».

Step 1: Cleanse

Many are convinced that the healthiest skin cleansing is washing with water. Unfortunately, this is another myth. Despite the fact that the water in Novosibirsk is of higher quality than in other regions, it still does not provide the desired effect. Industrial waste and exhaust gases from the environment inevitably settle on the surface of the skin, provoking the processes of aging and wilting. It is impossible to wash them off with water - more thorough means are required.

The cosmetologist selects cleansing based on the client’s skin type. The skin can be dry, thin, very delicate, prone to various redness. It may be oily - less susceptible to aggressive influences, but with excessive function of the sebaceous glands. There is combination skin, with oily and dry areas. Normal skin is now a rarity, due to the influence of the environment and nutrition, which leaves much to be desired.

Not a single cosmetologist, diagnosing your skin, will tell you: your skin is dry or oily. There will be several more epithets, such as “hypersensitive”, “pigmented”, “with rosacea”, “with small rashes”, etc. Thus, there are now more than 20 skin types, and each requires special care, including cleansing.

Step 2. Day protection

Home care should contain a product that helps protect the skin from environmental factors, including industrial and climatic ones - sun, wind, frost.

Day care products contain protective factors, nourishing and moisturizing components. By the way, the skin likes to drink in the first half of the day, so the moisture contained in cosmetics is better absorbed in the morning.”

The choice of daily product also depends on your skin type. If, for example, it is dry, products with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, which allows you to preserve the hydrolipid mantle, and vitamins C, E, which are considered powerful antioxidants and prevent damaging factors, are suitable.

A generally recognized and very important component of daytime cosmetics is the SPF filter. Excessive sun gives a powerful message to early photoaging and often stimulates the appearance of hypersensitivity, rosacea, and acne. In general, we can say that almost all problems encountered in cosmetology are somehow related to this factor.

«Treatment should act on all targets and regulate the functions of the skin so that it gradually moves into a state of self-regulation. Then, even if we stop using products at some stage, the skin will be able to cope with all the stress on its own for a certain time

“- the cosmetologist explains the principle by which one can judge the correctness of the recommended products.

Step 3: Cosmetic Special Forces

There are also special-purpose preparations in the arsenal of cosmetology - with a high concentration of active ingredients. They can be called differently: serums, concentrates, etc. Their difference from creams is that they act more powerfully due to the synergy of several active components. They cannot be used continuously - the course is usually prescribed for one to two months. It's like a powerful pill: we use it strictly as directed for the prescribed period.

Step 4. Night care

Evening care involves using a product that gives the skin maximum nutrition for its restoration and regeneration. Usually it contains medicinal components, because it is at night that the skin rests and can calmly absorb them.

«Sometimes there may be two night creams. Let's say one with a slightly more active effect, with retinols or acids, and the second - more delicate, for a gentle recovery. And they should be alternated

“, advises the cosmetologist.

To see the maximum result from the start of home therapy until the moment when a person realizes that the quality of the skin has noticeably improved, 2.5 - 3 months must pass.

Step 5: Special Helpers

Cosmetologists advise not to forget about the delicate area around the eyes, which is most susceptible to the aging process. The skin in this area is 5 times thinner than in other parts of the body, so even young girls may develop early wrinkles, crow’s feet, and dark circles here. Special preparations that actively improve blood circulation, tighten the skin, and contain botulinum-like peptides that smooth out facial wrinkles can help.

The neck and décolleté area requires special care. Unlike the face, these areas have a deficiency of fatty tissue, so they need daily protection. “We need to emphasize that the area that the cosmetologist deals with is the face, neck, and décolleté. Sometimes I am surprised by client comments: “I’ve always only had my face done.” I always move my hands from top to bottom, ending with a massage on the décolleté. And I always warn you: you should do the same at home!” – the cosmetologist convinces.

Using tonic is another important stage of care. A toner should not contain alcohol if it is not a medicinal product, but is needed only to tone the skin and “even out” the PH level after washing with hard chlorinated water. This happens due to the moisturizing and restorative components included in its composition. “ I always prescribe a tonic if it is included in the line of products of the brand we have chosen. If it is not in the line, then the cleanser has the ability to neutralize the effects of chlorinated water, and there is no need for a tonic

", Olga explains.

Tonic can be used as tonic ice chips, like those made from frozen herbal solutions. What should be done? Soak cotton pads in toner, freeze them in the freezer and wipe your face in the morning. This procedure invigorates, refreshes and gives a glow. True, it is not suitable for people with manifestations of rosacea.

Blitz survey

– Do I need to change creams, or can I use the same products for many years?
– If you have chosen a treatment that “works”, you can use it for a long time. But with one exception. Care should change depending on the season, because our skin functions change with the weather. In autumn, winter – dryness appears, in summer – active sweating, etc. A set of professional cosmetics is enough for an average of three months - this is one season.

– Why do cosmetologists use only professional cosmetics and recommend them for home care?

– Professional cosmetics are aimed at results. All developments carried out by global concerns that produce active ingredients are very high quality and expensive. Therefore, products containing such ingredients in high concentrations are truly effective.

Not a single cosmetologist will take into his range products that do not work. Just as a doctor will not use a remedy to treat a disease that does not bring relief to the patient.

– How do professional products fundamentally differ from mass market products?

– There is a very large difference in the concentration of active ingredients. The composition, at first glance, may be similar, but due to the low quality of the ingredients and their small quantity, the effect in the mass market will always be different.

Luxury mass market brands, it would seem, can afford expensive formulations, but they do not do this for another reason. To prescribe a potent, “working” drug to a person, the skin must be tested, otherwise undesirable reactions may occur. Since in stores there are no cosmetologists standing at the counters and giving recommendations, there are no active drugs there. Luxury brands will not risk their image.

– Where can you buy professional products then?

– At cosmetologists and in special sales centers. For example, there are consultants who can test your skin and help you decide on products. This is necessary if a person does not have the opportunity to regularly visit a cosmetologist, but he wants to choose professional care for his home.

Facial skin care at home: main steps

Cleansing

What's the first thing you do when you get home? That's right - wash your hands. It also needs to be done on the skin of the face and body. Take a shower and cleanse your face with the cleanser that works best for you. Today there is a huge selection of such funds. So the choice is yours!

Hydration

After showering, apply moisturizer. Retaining moisture is vital for your skin.

The second way to hydrate is to drink clean water. Thus, the skin cells are filled with water from the inside. It is recommended to drink at least 1.5-2 liters of clean water per day. In addition to filling the cells, water helps the skin cleanse itself of toxins.

It is advisable to drink clean water, but if you prefer to drink bottled mineral water, be sure to pay attention to the composition of the water. After all, high salt content does not bring benefits.

Don't think that 5-8 cups of coffee or tea a day can replace the required amount of fluid.

Avoid drinking water immediately before bed. The body can retain fluid and in the morning you will get unpleasant swelling.

If you notice that even after sufficient moisturizing and drinking water, the skin remains dry and flaky, then you should definitely visit a dermatologist. The cause of dryness may be due to an internal disease and moisturizing creams will not help.

Sun protection

Use quality sunscreens. Be careful not to be in the open sun without protection. The sun destroys elastin and vitamins in the dermis and therefore it loses its elasticity, becomes flabby, and becomes covered with pigment spots. A woman's skin that does not protect it from sun exposure is most susceptible to photoaging. Photoaging in old age can even lead to malignant neoplasms.

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Nutrition

An important point in facial skin care. Our condition largely depends on what we eat.

Don't expect beautiful, clear skin if you eat fatty, high-calorie foods.

For youthful skin, you need a healthy, balanced diet, which necessarily includes vegetables and fruits. The vitamins and minerals contained in them nourish and moisturize the skin, and fiber helps remove harmful substances and toxins.

Vegetables and fruits also contain antioxidants, which can help your skin protect itself from environmental damage.

To get the most benefit from fruits and vegetables, they should be either fresh, steamed or baked.

Fried and cooked vegetables in oil will not benefit either the skin or the body as a whole.

Your skin type may change

Taking into account the recommendations of cosmetologists, skin testing should be carried out periodically. Since its type can change several times during life. It depends on the:

• Seasons (summer – fatter, summer – drier).
• Changes in hormonal levels (lack or excess of hormones).
• Diet (food should have enough polyunsaturated fatty acids).
• Health conditions (some medications cause dry skin).

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Universal Products

Very often, labels like “3 in 1” or even “10 in 1” seem to us like an advertising gimmick, but this is not always true. “10 in 1” is definitely overkill, but many quality products can actually have more than one effect. This, on the one hand, will help you reduce the effect of chemical influence on the skin, and on the other hand, it will help you follow rule number one more comfortably.

Micellar water with oils can not only remove makeup well, but also replace a nourishing serum for oily skin that does not need many additional nutrients. Many face creams are similar in effect to makeup bases. Of course, they will not cope with its functions if we are talking about heavy evening makeup, but for light everyday makeup they will be more than enough.

There is extra-foaming soap, which is as thick and dense as shaving cream. Thick skin oil can be used not only as a lip balm, but also as a replacement for eyelid and cuticle gel. In fact, everything here is limited by your imagination and attention. Monitor how certain products affect your skin, try new things and choose a set of skincare cosmetics in such a way that a minimum of products gives maximum results.

Stage II – cleansing and toning the skin

Cosmetologists and dermatologists unanimously argue that washing cannot be neglected, since most cosmetic compositions for makeup remover require subsequent removal from the facial skin in order to free up the pores.

Most products are removed from the face with water, but cleansing the skin with micellar water, which does not require rinsing, is becoming increasingly popular. After cleansing the skin, dermatocosmetologists strongly recommend using a tonic, and it is better to choose it from the same brand and series as the main cleanser to restore the optimal PH level.

Using special liquid soap for problem skin for washing is only permissible if it is excessively oily; under other circumstances, it can dry out and tighten the skin.

Choose products with short ingredient lists

The same continuation of the principle “less is better.” Much of what is on the label either does not have the best effect on the skin, or is an additional thickener or preservative designed to hide the poor quality of the raw materials from which the product is made. Or it is simply added for show, in order to attribute an insignificant effect to the product, which, nevertheless, will serve the purposes of advertising. In this case, it is useful to remember that, according to international norms and standards, the order of the ingredients indicates which substances the product contains the most - those with a higher percentage come first, and those whose content is present in negligible quantities are indicated at the end.

By simply choosing products with a shorter list of ingredients, you'll be exposing yourself to fewer toxins and will use fewer resources to produce them, resulting in a reduced environmental impact.

The habit of checking the composition of the products you use is quite labor-intensive, but it more than pays off. If you know at least basic information about how specific substances affect the skin and what causes various positive effects, then you have a very short path to the most natural and healthy cosmetics in your hands.

Step-by-step basic instructions for facial skin care

Standard instructions on how to bring your facial skin to ideal condition consist of 5 main points. Let's take a closer look at each stage.

Determining your skin type

This stage comes first for a reason, because it is especially important and becomes the basis of the entire care complex. The right choice of cosmetic products, the use of home care treatments - all this depends on the type, because dry skin should never be over-dried with tonics or lotions, and oily skin does not need increased nourishment.

Determining your type is not difficult:

1. Dry type is delicate and delicate skin, prone to rosacea, skin rashes, and acne. Despite the fact that at a young age this type can be called the standard, closer to 30 years a number of problems arise that require special care. A characteristic sign is peeling due to lack of moisture, rapid fading, flabbiness and increased sensitivity to external factors.
2. The oily type has a dense texture, an unattractive oily sheen, increased production of subcutaneous sebum, and enlarged pores. Despite so many shortcomings, those with oily facial skin do not age for a long time, this is due to the natural protective film. Proper care of oily skin makes it almost ideal and protected from harmful external factors.
3. The combined type brings many problems to its owners, because such skin has a full list of both positive and negative qualities of oily and dry facial skin. The T-zone often has an oily sheen, the skin in the cheeks and forehead is dry and requires careful moisturizing.
4. The normal type can be called an exception to the rule, because skin without flaws is extremely rare.

For more information on how to determine your facial skin type, watch the video:

Washing and cleansing your face

Beautiful skin is the main weapon on the path to perfection, therefore, when the question arises of how to put it in order, the answer immediately arises - wash and cleanse the skin every day. During the day, the face is exposed to great stress, from city dust that clogs pores, weather conditions, and ending with tactile touches.

Washing is the initial stage of facial skin care; it will not make those with oily or combination skin types worry; for gentle washing it will be enough to use non-alkaline cleansing cosmetics (foam, gel). But owners of dry skin will have to work hard to find a soft cosmetic milk or cream.

The main purpose of washing and cleansing products is to quickly get rid of dirt, dust, decorative cosmetics, and keratinized areas of tissue. They are applied according to the standard scheme: carefully spread around the entire perimeter of the face with gentle clockwise movements, avoiding contact with the eyes, and then washed off with running water or a damp towel. This procedure must be carried out at least twice a day.

Toning

This process can be considered a continuation of cleansing, because thanks to the unique properties of a tonic or lotion, you can not only soften your facial skin, but also eliminate remaining cleansers. This procedure is carried out immediately after washing; it is best to use alcohol-free formulations to muffle the increased secretion of subcutaneous sebum. What functions does toning perform:

• tightens enlarged pores;
• improves the pH environment;
• calms;
• refreshes;
• eliminates residues of cosmetics;
• relieves inflammation.

Toners should be applied to the skin of the face in the same way as creams, avoiding the eye area, using a sponge or gauze.

Hydration - life-giving moisture for the skin

The next stage is moisturizing the skin, which is vital for dry and combination skin. The most popular are night and day creams, as well as nourishing masks prepared with your own hands, because the moisturizing process also involves effective impregnation. This will allow you to tidy up your skin at any time of the day and increase its elasticity and velvety feel. The invisible film protects the face from harmful external factors and can serve as an excellent base for makeup.

Recharge for dry and combination skin

It is these skin types that especially need nourishment. The most convenient care product is a night cream, which restores the skin, activates metabolic processes, and has a satiating property. It should be applied to the face approximately 60-90 minutes before bedtime.

Famous people who are always in the public eye and simply have to look impeccable, movie and show business stars increasingly declare in interviews: “My facial care is based on natural ingredients.” This means that even they often choose folk mask recipes for skin care. Why, after all, they can afford any cosmetologist and any of the most modern procedures? The answer is simple - natural products are much healthier for the skin and allow you to achieve amazing results, albeit more slowly.

List of the most effective folk methods:

• Milk mask . It has long been known that this life-giving drink has unique rejuvenating and nourishing properties, which is why milk-based masks are very popular among folk cosmetology. To prepare, you will need homemade milk (20 ml), liquid honey (20 ml), a tablespoon of starch, and extra salt. All ingredients are added to warm milk without removing from heat, then the mixture is removed from heat and thoroughly whisked with a whisk or mixer. The prepared mass is spread on the face and left for about 20 minutes, after which it is washed off with running water.
• Milk-lemon mask . To prepare it you will need 50 ml of milk, 20 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 50 ml of olive oil. All ingredients are thoroughly mixed and applied to the face; due to its liquid consistency, a brush or sponge is suitable for application. After a quarter of an hour, wash your face with water or pat dry with a warm, damp towel.
• Gelatin mask with milk . Gelatin for facial skin is an indispensable component that has a regenerating ability and a protective function. The mask contains homemade milk (50 ml), a tablespoon of gelatin, and a raw chicken egg. The milk needs to be heated and the gelatin is completely dissolved, then pour the pre-beaten egg into the gelatin-milk mixture and stir thoroughly again. The mask is applied to the face and after a quarter of an hour is washed off with running water.

Determine your skin type

To achieve impressive results, there are many ways and means designed for women of different ages and inclined to spend different amounts of money on their faces.

However, regardless of how cheap or expensive the manipulations are, they must be suitable for a certain skin type, which is easy to determine at home in different ways.

Using a mirror and magnifying glass

You need to carefully examine all areas of the face, evaluate the color of the dermis, the presence of a characteristic oily sheen or dullness, and porosity.

Using a paper towel

Before testing, you need to wash your face with a neutral product and pat dry with a napkin. Without using any cosmetics, wait 20 minutes.

After which: take a paper towel or napkin, place it on your face and, carefully pressing, achieve tight contact with the skin.

Leave on your face for 10 minutes, then remove and carefully examine the prints. Traces of fat are signs of oily skin; a clean or moderately soaked napkin indicates normal or dry skin.

Using a mirror surface

It is enough to briefly hold a mirror to a clean face to see traces of sebum on it. If there are different results on different areas of the skin, it is combination.

Having chosen one of the tests and carried out it, you need to compare the results obtained with typical characteristics:

• Oily skin is thick, with a characteristic oily sheen and enlarged pores. She is prone to acne breakouts and inflammation. The advantage is that it does not age for a long time.
• Dry skin is thin, delicate, like paper, its pores are narrowed. In youth it has an even pinkish tint, but becomes problematic with age. Through a magnifying glass you can see areas of peeling, hyperemia, and the presence of fine wrinkles even at a young age.
• Normal skin – balanced in terms of oil and water, looks fresh and healthy. With age, it needs care, systematic nutrition and hydration.
• Combination skin is oily in the T-zone, and very dry in other areas of the face.

It is important that when we properly care for facial skin, choosing products according to its type, it immediately responds to care with radiance and freshness.

Don't be fooled by the appearance of the packaging

The appearance of the can and bottle often has nothing to do with the effectiveness of the product. Labels like “ECO”, “BIO” or “ORGANIC” have long ago become simply a means of marketing. Remember that you are buying the product, not the packaging is buying you. Therefore, it is so important to study the labels, composition, and monitor what material the packaging of a particular product is made of.

The attitude of companies to packaging not only as an aesthetic, but also as an environmental factor increases the credibility of their production component. Trust companies that are ready to give up additional cash flows in favor of truly high-quality cosmetics, and then your care products will be much higher quality and more effective.

Facial care products and cosmetics

Be sure to choose cosmetics according to your skin type. If you don’t know what kind of skin you have, the instructions in the video will help you determine.

Use basic care products daily. These include cleansers and makeup removers, toners and creams. In addition to them, there are other cosmetics that need to be used less often:

• Scrub is a cleanser. Use it after washing your face, no more than 1-2 times a week.

• Serum and emulsion are express products. Use them as independent or additional care when you need to quickly give your skin a rested and healthy look.

• Mask - closes the procedure, apply it after toning. Apply the mask once a week, or in courses of 10 days daily.

Any masks are suitable for course use. They help achieve results, which are then maintained once a week.

How to take care of your skin so that it is perfect and your makeup lasts longer

You bought foundation or powder and already imagined your radiant face, like in an advertisement. But instead of a luxurious tone, they got flaking, shine or a reddish tint.

Peeling skin, dryness, excessive oiliness, visible foundation, makeup that quickly wears off - all these are the consequences of unsystematic daily skin care.

Well-groomed skin is not one that does not have blemishes, light rashes or visible blood vessels. Girls with porcelain skin are rare. It's about the quality of leather as fabric.

Satin or silk has an even, smooth surface - this is well-groomed skin. Velvet and corduroy have a raised texture - this is flaking on our skin. Rough linen is the texture of porous leather.

The tone fits perfectly on the skin, which looks like silk. But don’t rush to get upset - any skin can be reduced to the state of silk. And those who have such skin should not relax in order to keep it in this form.

Skin care is as simple as a set of abdominal exercises, but it requires daily discipline. Three exercises for the morning and evening: cleansing, toning, moisturizing.

If you don't brush your teeth morning and evening, what will they become? They will become covered with plaque, change color, bad breath will appear, the enamel will be destroyed, and as a result - caries. In the case of skin, caries is acne, or simply pimples.

Cleansing

Unfortunately, it is often neglected. In the worst case, wash with water, soap or shower gel. At best, cleaning products are purchased, but their quality is not always given importance.

The logic is simple - wash it off anyway. Of course, wash it off, but cleansing can ruin or improve the skin. The choice is yours.

Why does your skin need a cleanser?

It removes not only cosmetics, but also particles of sebum, which is produced around the clock. It is very important to wash your face with cleanser in the morning.

If you don't use a special cleanser, your skin will soon resemble a dish that's been washed without dishwashing detergent. You don’t wash your dishes with shower gel and whatever comes to hand, do you? Why is your skin worse than a plate?

Cleansing your skin affects how long your makeup lasts. If you apply makeup to uncleansed skin, sebum will dissolve your efforts within a couple of hours.

How to choose a cleanser?

The main rule is no feeling of skin tightening. The maximum tightening sensation should be the same as after regular rinsing your face with water.

Cleansing without toner and moisturizer will lead to skin dehydration and premature aging. Therefore, after cleansing, be sure to tone and moisturize the skin.

Toning

Tonic removes remaining water and cleanser from the face and evens out the pH of the skin. This is a product that seems useless, but once you start using it, you will feel the difference. Using a tonic enhances the result of cleansing and moisturizing significantly.

Tonics are additionally moisturizing, mattifying, and strengthening pore walls. The main thing is that the product does not contain alcohol. The exception is if alcohol tonics were prescribed to you by a dermatologist.

Hydration

Even oily skin needs it. The moisturizer should also be comfortable for you: it should quickly fill dry skin with moisture, and not overload oily skin.

You should choose according to texture, from cream to gel. For those with oily skin, light moisturizers with a mattifying effect are suitable.

These simple steps will bring you closer to your ideal. To spend a minimum of time on daily skin care, place the necessary products on the shelf in the bathroom.

Tip: use cleansers, toners and moisturizers from the same brand. Trustworthy cosmetic brands specifically design their compositions so that one product enhances the effect of another.

When choosing, do not pay attention to advertisements of “miracle” ingredients that will supposedly save you from all your problems. It should be understood that what is important for beauty is not a miracle, but a systematic approach, selection of products according to skin type and regularity of their use.

Modern girls have every opportunity to preserve their beauty. All you have to do is add a little knowledge and discipline - and you will reveal the maximum potential of your appearance.

Don't get attached to brands

We often think that a well-known or luxury brand is always a guarantor of quality, but in fact, often the brand of well-known manufacturers can have exactly the same raw materials and the same quality as their cheaper counterparts. Or, on the contrary, truly expensive and professional cosmetics in terms of the quality of raw materials and level of production will be an order of magnitude higher than many neighboring products.

This is also a reason to carefully study the composition of what you use. It is also important not to get attached to one specific brand and use it for years. Yes, on the one hand, certain product lines work best with each other precisely because their chemical composition is most identical to each other, but this is not a reason to focus on the same thing.

Sometimes production methods change, raw materials become worse or better, so it is worth constantly monitoring the market and trying new products. The cosmetics industry is constantly evolving, and so it is important for your skin to continually experience not only time-tested products, but also the most advanced products that are becoming the forefront of modern skin care.

Skin care depending on age

Cosmetologists divide the age of women into five stages. Despite the fact that the main stages of care are always the same, there are nuances for each age.

Skin care up to 25 years

As a rule, such skin does not require additional care.

However, such skin is often prone to acne. In this case, you need to consult a dermatologist, and also use special lotions for problem skin.

Skin care after 25 years

• At this age, skin aging begins. Therefore, it is necessary to start using special care:
• Regularly use sunscreens or moisturizers containing an SPF of at least 15.
• Include eye cream in your routine morning and evening.
• Start applying face cream to your neck and décolleté.

Skin care after 30 years

• Start doing facial massage to improve blood circulation.
• Continue to regularly use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.
• Include a scrub in your basic care every one to two weeks.
• Start using products containing hyaluronic acid.
• Continue using eye cream.

Skin care after 40 years

• Regularly use products that restore skin tone.
• Do a light massage to stimulate metabolic processes.
• Conduct courses of anti-aging masks 2-3 times a year.
• Continue to use eye cream regularly.
• Regularly deep cleanse your skin to renew it.

Age-related features of care

The list of stages of facial skin care is the same at any age. But as she gets older, a woman should pay special attention to different items on this list:

1. Teenagers and girls under the age of 20 need especially thorough cleansing, since the hormonal changes in the body have not yet been completed and comedones, inflammatory processes, and clogged pores may occur.
2. Young women between 20 and 30 years old need to carefully determine their skin type and, without haste, choose the full range of skin care products for themselves. Hydration is the main point of care at this age.
3. At the age of 30 to 40 years, you need to think about using nourishing creams with anti-aging ingredients.
4. For women with mature skin after 40 years, nourishing the skin with active products should become a routine procedure.

Set your own criteria for what is acceptable to you

There are several simple ways to create a grid that will weed out products that are not suitable for you, and vice versa, which will keep just what you need. Make a list of ingredients that you would never put on your skin and look for products without them. It doesn’t matter how many there are - 2 ingredients or 20 - as a result, a kind of comfortable zone will be created for the skin, in which it will definitely not be negatively affected.

On the other hand, create a second list with those substances that must be present, things to which your skin always reacts positively, to which there are never allergies or other negative reactions. This may apply to different effects, and for each it must be a separate substance. For example, coconut oil nourishes your skin best, and it receives the most nutrition from fruit and berry extracts. By sampling the best ingredients and avoiding the worst, you take skin care to a whole new level.

Don't fall for marketing gimmicks

There are so many ways to sell a particular jar or product, all aimed at squeezing more money out of you rather than giving your skin the best care possible. Therefore, you should focus on those products that you have identified as the most suitable for yourself, and discover everything new as you study the composition of the house on the Internet, and not while standing on the store shelf.

Of course, this does not mean that you do not need to buy cosmetics in stores at all. On the contrary, many really good products have already proven themselves, and you can get full advice regarding them from the store administrator. However, you shouldn’t get carried away with such advice too much, since sellers often have not only extensive knowledge about skincare products, but also a sales plan that they are forced to fulfill.

Clearly divide your skin care into morning and evening

You must understand your skin, be clear about its needs at certain times of the day in order to give it everything it needs. For example, in the morning you should focus on hydration and protection, since you apply cosmetics on top of skincare products, and then spend the day doing business and worrying. Whether on the street, in the office, at university, in a store or cafe, your skin will be constantly exposed to the environment, and the need to protect it becomes your priority.

In the evening, the skin most needs nourishment and restoration in order to move away from the stress of everyday life. Sleep serves to restore all body systems, so the best thing you can do for your skin in this situation is to provide it with enough nutrients at night to maximize their effect.

Lip care

Both in winter and in summer, the skin of the lips is exposed to negative environmental factors. Ultraviolet light, dry air and cold contribute to dehydration, spasm of superficial blood vessels, and peeling of the epidermis.

Some types of lipstick and gloss, especially long-lasting ones, also have a negative effect. Therefore, daily care must necessarily include the stage of moisturizing, nourishing and protecting the skin of the lips.

Usually all three functions are performed by one product - balm or hygienic lipstick. Such products contain several types of active ingredients:

• wax, such as beeswax;
• cocoa, almond or coconut butter;
• vitamins; plant extracts;
• essential oils;
• UV filters for sun protection.

A variety of hygienic lipsticks with different active substances

Additional skin care

Basic care is not always enough to combat various problems that may arise with our skin. Excessive dryness or, conversely, oiliness, various defects, early wrinkles, dull skin color and many other troubles require additional effort.

This is where additional products come to the rescue, such as masks, oils, serums, essences, etc.

Masks , unlike daily care products, act on the skin more intensely. There are a huge number of their types. They vary in composition, purpose, release form, etc. You can buy them at the store or prepare them at home. Masks, as a rule, are aimed at combating not one, but several problems. Masks are used 1-2 times a week.

Serums , unlike masks, contain an increased concentration of active substances and are designed to combat one specific problem. You need to choose them with caution, because... an incorrectly selected product can cause harm. Serums are added to daily care before applying cream.

Essence is a cloudy transparent liquid with a viscous texture. Its main task is to saturate the skin with moisture. It gently moisturizes the skin without leaving a greasy film or clogging pores. Therefore, it can also be used for oily skin. It is used in the same way as serum, before applying cream.

Serums and essences complement skin care

Oils moisturize, nourish and soften the skin well. The antioxidants and fatty acids they contain help protect, restore, and rejuvenate the skin. Oils are divided into basic and essential. The latter, unlike the former, can under no circumstances be used in their pure form. They must be added either to base oils or to other cosmetics. You need to choose them based on your skin type. Do not use oil instead of cream. It is better to use them as masks.

In addition to these products, the modern market also offers many other cosmetic products. The main thing when choosing them is not to purchase suspicious products. Better yet, consult a specialist.

Beauty salons also offer a wide range of services to improve skin condition. To select procedures, you must consult with a licensed cosmetologist in a trusted salon.

How to choose the right skin care without going broke

In this article I will tell you how to choose the right care. Creams, serums, tonics, lotions, masks, scrubs, peelings - what do you really need to keep your skin healthy for a long time?

Girls, lately you have been writing to me very often in the comments that your head is spinning from all this information. Especially newbies who come to EcoTest from the classic world of cosmetics and try to switch to natural and organic ones are scared by the prices and strange, unusual skin care techniques.

But there is nothing to be afraid of, everything is not as difficult as it seems.

Let me share with you simple tips on how to choose the maximum care you need for the minimum amount of money.

First, let's talk about why it is difficult to find the right skin care and how to find it. And then I will give you an approximate program that you can adjust to your skin's needs.

I warn you right away, I am not a cosmetologist or a doctor, but I know a little about natural and organic cosmetics :P (Why, you can read in the Who am I? )

I myself once switched to natural cosmetics after Loreal/Merikeev/Vichy/Laroche, etc. And she helped many people get rid of skin problems (this is proven by daily letters from you, dear girls!).

For example, this:

Why is it difficult to choose the right facial skin care?

The modern cosmetics industry, in my opinion, has greatly distorted the idea of ​​our skin. Every day, from screens and magazine photographs, faces with clean, matte, flawless skin look at us, screaming at us about deep, thorough cleansing, the need for ten products to use just to cleanse the skin.

But we don’t see that behind these “screams” are, firstly, models whose makeup was done over several hours, whose photographs were processed with a certain number of filters. And, secondly, the manufacturers themselves are interested in ensuring that the problems associated with your skin do not end, and that you do not stop buying the coveted jars.

What conclusions should be drawn:

1. The condition of the skin largely depends on the gene (if your skin is more oily than dry, then you can hurt yourself, but you will NEVER have perfect matte skin 24 hours a day)
2. The condition of your skin is its current state. The skin can be dry and then suddenly become oily or combination. I am more in favor of the Dr.Hauschka brand philosophy, which divides skin into conditions, not types!
3. The more skincare products, the better - a fallacy (otherwise you wouldn’t be reading my articles looking for help until nightfall)
4. Expensive products are not always (oh, not always) the best

How to choose the right care?

There are many articles written on my blog, probably too many on this topic))) I will help you navigate.

My light, mirror, tell me - show me the right care

Personally, I consider proper skin care to have 2 steps:

1. Proper cleansing (cleansing milk, cream, emulsion)
2. Proper moisturizing/nutrition (cream or oil)
3. All

Other essentials, such as masks, serums, peelings, scrubs, are ADDITIONAL care. This means that if the first two points are incorrect, then you can give up on the rest.

This is where the heart asks for details.

Proper cleansing

It should be:

• soft
• effective
• nourishing

Milk is ideal. Milk cleanses the skin of dust, excess secretions on the skin and makeup due to the fact that fat dissolves fat. Ordinary chemistry. If you've tried oil skin cleansing , you'll notice that oil cleanses your skin surprisingly thoroughly. This is precisely because it dissolves sebum on the surface of the skin and takes it away along with cosmetics.

Why milk and not foam or gel? It does not contain surfactants (tensides), substances that help the product foam. Any surfactant, especially if it is Sodium Lauryl or Sodium Laureth Sulfate, irritates the skin. They take too much sebum and the skin is stripped of its natural protective covering. You can easily feel this yourself, since in most cases the skin becomes tight after washing with foam (or too hard water), and immediately requires cream.

And milk not only very carefully removes exactly as much sebum as needed, but also nourishes the skin due to its high content of vegetable oils.

Some people still prefer to wash their face with gels. Well, there’s no way their skin can adapt to milk! Then I recommend using products with very mild tensides (Glukoside and Glutamate). Just recently, in the Rating of facial foams , I checked the compositions of well-known foams for the content of critical surfactants and other substances.

Proper hydration/nutrition

It should be:

• suitable for a given skin condition
• at the right time

No matter what condition your skin is in now, it always needs hydration and nutrition. Those with oily skin are guilty of using light serums or gels to moisturize. And they dream of food in terrible dreams. BUT - it is oily skin that does not have enough NUTRITION. Excessive sebum production is a signal that the skin lacks lubrication. By choosing the right diet with a sufficient amount of vegetable oils, you can bring your skin into balance.

As for the right time, you can experiment and try not to apply the cream at night. I promise you (especially if you have oily skin with breakouts), you will love the results. In order for the skin to feel comfortable after evening cleansing, so that it does not tighten, so that it does not flake, the first point must be correct (read, cleanse not with foam, but with milk).

This works because it is at night that your skin works most intensively - it is cleansed and renewed. If you apply the cream at night, you interfere with the natural processes of regeneration and the removal of toxins through the skin. Here's more about it: “If you want beautiful, smooth skin, say NO to night cream!”

Choosing the right care

The condition of your skin determines which products to choose. If your skin is oily and prone to breakouts, pay attention to the presence of light, non-comedogenic oils in your skincare products. For example, hazelnut oil, jojoba oil, grape seed oil.

If your skin is dry, your products should contain heavier oils - avocado, shea butter, cocoa butter, argan oil (read more about argan oil for skin ).

I have already written a separate article about oils - “Which oil is best for the face”

Now let's move on to practice. I can recommend you a hundred different brands. But I will focus on Russian manufacturers. First of all, I want to support them. It is very difficult to compete with the competition of world-famous popular brands that invest millions in promotion. Secondly, Russian manufacturers are cheaper. And thirdly, my blog’s partner is an online store that stocks all Russian brands that produce natural cosmetics. Everything I recommend has been checked for the presence of critical ingredients. I didn't find any.

Of course, you can optimize any treatment to suit your needs and the amount of your wallet. In my blog you will find enough information about different manufacturers of natural/organic cosmetics and their products.

Dry skin

1. Cleansing: Cleansing hydrophilic facial oil Ginger from MiKo
2. Nourishment/moisturizing: Queen's Morning Cream from Laboratory Popravko (it's a night cream, but we use it in the morning!)
3. Additional must-have: Alginate moisturizing mask from Zhivitsa

Combination skin

1. Cleansing: MiKo Lavender Cleansing Milk
2. Nutrition/moisturizing: Cream White Waltz from Popravko laboratory
3. Additional must-have: Toning face mask Lime and Mint from MiKo

Oily skin

1. Cleansing: MiKo Lavender Cleansing Milk
2. Nutrition/moisturizing: Cream White Waltz from Popravko laboratory
3. Additional must-have: Face mask with algae from Zhivitsa

Oily skin with rashes

1. Cleansing: MiKo Lavender Cleansing Milk
2. Nutrition/moisturizing: Cream White Waltz from Popravko laboratory
3. Additional must-haves: Face mask with algae from Zhivitsa, Chamomile hydrosol, for example, from the same MiKo

Aging skin

1. Cleansing: Cleansing hydrophilic facial oil Ginger from MiKo
2. Nourishment/moisturizing: Queen's Morning Cream from Laboratory Popravko (it's a night cream, but we use it in the morning!)
3. Additional must-have: Alginate moisturizing mask from Zhivitsa

The best option may be to create individual cosmetics tailored to the needs of YOUR skin. But this is a separate, very voluminous topic. And, in principle, a lot of interesting things are written about it on other portals.

One of the most famous is the Aromashka website; there really are many, many recipes (with both photographs and videos) for skin care products.

What rules do you use to choose the right skin care? Are there any points that are the main ones? Let's share in the comments!

If possible, switch to natural and mineral cosmetics

Once you know what works for your skin and what doesn't, it's time to look for the most natural sources of certain products. This will relieve the skin from the too aggressive effects of artificial chemicals, and will help extract the necessary vitamins, minerals, and nutrients from natural sources.

Of course, this does not mean that all synthesized substances should be demonized, since in some cases they are more effective and less toxic than their natural counterparts. To do this, it is also important to get acquainted with the composition of cosmetics and understand how everything works. Yes, as you already understand, to properly care for your skin you need to be partly a doctor, partly a chemist. However, this is an investment of energy and strength that easily pays for itself.

Summarize.

Facial skin care is the sequential implementation of all 4 steps of comprehensive care, which is guaranteed to give high results with daily use.

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Basic stages of facial care

Despite the fact that each skin type requires a different approach, there are common stages of proper facial skin care for all. These steps must be followed to keep your skin healthy, beautiful and youthful for a long time.

Basic facial skin care includes 5 main stages:

• Cleansing
• Toning
• Hydration and nutrition
• Protection
• Deep cleansing

Let's look at each of these stages in more detail.

Stage 1: cleansing.

Cosmetics, oil and dirt clog and dilate pores, leading to redness, pimples and blackheads. Therefore, it is necessary to cleanse the skin 2 times a day. Cosmetics work more effectively if applied to cleansed skin. To cleanse, use special products suitable for your type. Do not use soap, because... it destroys the protective mantle of the skin, dehydrates it, forcing the sebaceous glands to work in increased mode. This leads to unbalanced skin and clogged pores.

Stage 2: toning.

Toner removes residual oil and cleanser and closes pores, resulting in a more even and healthy complexion. Toning should be done 2 times a day after washing.

Stage 3: hydration and nutrition.

All skin types need hydration, not just dry skin. An imbalance in water balance can cause the skin to lose elasticity and firmness, become covered with fine wrinkles and become dull and sensitive. The right moisturizer, applied after cleansing and toning, will make your skin glow and protect against moisture loss. A separate cream is also needed for the delicate skin around the eyes.

Nutrition is also necessary for all skin types. In modern conditions, it is difficult to maintain the amount of vitamins, proteins and microelements that the skin needs. Without them, the skin becomes drier and thinner, which contributes to skin aging. Also, over time, the skin becomes less collagen, which makes the skin firm and elastic. Night creams are designed to nourish the skin.

Daily facial care steps

Stage 4: protection.

The skin needs protection from UV radiation, which accelerates the aging process. This applies not only in warm weather, but also in winter. There are special creams with SPF factor for this. Today, many moisturizers contain SPF.

Stage 5: deep cleansing.

This procedure should be performed by everyone, regardless of skin type and age. These can be cleansing masks, peelings and scrubs. Masks are applied after toning with smooth movements so as not to stretch the skin, avoiding the area around the eyes. After application, you need to apply a nourishing cream. You can make a mask 1-2 times a week.

Peels are aimed at exfoliating dead cells on the surface of the epidermis. If they are not removed, they can clog pores. Home peeling can be done once a week.

Scrubs perform the same function as peelings, but are more gentle. You can do them once a week after tonic.

Choose the right facial care for your skin type

In addition to caregivers, cosmetic facial skin care can have negative sides if you do not follow special rules.

For oily skin:

• It is strictly forbidden to dry it with alcohol tonics and lotions.
• It is not recommended to treat with oil-based nourishing cream.
• Products must be tested for comedogenicity.

For dry skin:

• Avoid using low-fat products.
• For cleansing, use light, gentle products that do not have an aggressive effect.
• The composition of caring and decorative products must contain ultraviolet protection.
• Be sure to moisturize in the summer, and nourish with fatty creams in the winter.

For sensitive skin:

• Avoid contrasting temperatures (steaming, rubbing with ice).
• Use the products after testing on the wrist.
• Do not use formulations with microparticles that can damage the skin.
• Moisturize your face throughout the day.

Calm her down!

Choose the right care for sensitive skin! If you do this, you will forget about redness forever!

Caring for oily and sensitive skin is an even more difficult task. Find out what secrets will help you forget about your problems!

After age 35, your face begins to dry out and become more sensitive. Find out how to keep your skin youthful and healthy by following the link:

For combination skin:

• Use appropriate cleansing, nourishing, moisturizing and protecting products for the areas of the face.

For normal skin:

• It is important to maintain its condition - not to dry it out.
• Do not expose to aggressive atmosphere - use protective equipment.
• Use cosmetics recommended by cosmetologists based on age.

Improper care can harm the dermis, aggravate its condition, and lead to undesirable consequences.

Cleansing and exfoliating products

To rid your face of oil, sweat and bacteria, it is not enough just to wash your face with water. The skin must be thoroughly cleansed, removing dead epidermal cells. This will help the beneficial substances of the cream penetrate the dermis without hindrance.

Proper facial care involves the use of the following products, which any experienced cosmetologist will approve:

• Cosmetic milk. Suitable for surface cleansing, does not penetrate into deeper layers.
• Alkaline-free foam. It is applied to a fabric glove, which is used to gently wipe the face.
• Peeling creams based on fruit acids dissolve dirt from the surface and have a bactericidal effect.
• Scrubs containing crushed fruit seeds, exotic fruit seeds and other natural abrasives.
• Clay mask.

Without these actions, even a super-effective remedy will not have an effect on the dermis and will not bring results.

Do you need a toner?

After cleansing, the skin, regardless of type, sharply loses moisture. To normalize the water balance and restore turgor within a short time, it is necessary to apply a tonic to the dermis. Moreover, the most effective way to apply it is not with a cotton pad, but spray it as a spray.

Soft and gentle tonics containing amino acids and natural ingredients have proven themselves to be excellent.

How do cosmetologists advise applying the cream?

The delicate dermis of the face can be injured, so all actions should be light and gentle - patting, fluttering, tapping. Which method is the best - care tips are not highlighted, and each lady is given the opportunity to choose the one that is more comfortable for herself.

The cream is applied to the face with both hands in certain directions:

• From the center of the forehead to the temples.
• From the bridge of the nose to the outer corners of the eyes to the upper eyelid, and in the opposite direction - under the eyes.
• From the nose along the cheeks to the temples.
• Around the lips - above and below the center in both directions.
• From the middle of the neck in both directions upward.

Important! Nourishing creams and serums should be applied to a moisturized face, and products with an ultraviolet barrier should be applied to a dry face.

Monitor your eating habits and amount of sleep

It is important not only what happens outside the skin, but also the processes that take place inside the body. Nutrition directly determines the substances that enter the body and, accordingly, into the skin cells. The need to watch what you eat is key to the health of not only your internal systems, but also your skin.

Sleep, as mentioned above, is responsible for extensive restorative functions within the body, which also affects the condition of the skin. If you want to see her glowing, healthy and fit, then be sure to follow your sleep norm, go to bed and get up at the same time and carefully monitor the sufficient number of sleep phases, which are responsible for the normal distribution of the regenerative process in our body.