• April 26, 2024

Beauty and hygiene routine, washing your face is an action recommended to be done at least twice a day, in the morning and before going to sleep. This with the aim of keeping the skin of the face clean and healthy.

For him aesthetic dermatologist, Sam Bunting , the biggest problem of not doing this cleaning, is the accumulation of environmental pollutants on the epidermis, which lead to the generation of free radicals. What contributes, in the long term, to the decomposition of collagen and elastin, the structures that allow the skin to retain its youth.

Cleaning that has its complications ...

Washing your face may sound easy to do, as we do it daily. However, the wrong way to perform this routine can contribute to irritation, dryness and other skin problems. We present you 5 common mistakes when washing your face.

1. Choose the right product. The soap or cleanser is intended to completely remove dirt and makeup, but should not damage the natural moisture of the skin or its pH. When choosing a product you should note that it is not too soft (which forces you to rub with intensity to eliminate impurities) or strong (which causes irritation or dryness).

2. Limit the use of exfoliants. It is a healthy practice to remove dead skin cells, but moderation is the key. Using granulated exfoliants such as sugar or fruit allows you to do this procedure at most three times a week. Always use your fingers instead of the cloth when exfoliating to avoid tearing the skin.

3. Do not rinse well. Save time in the wash can lead to the accumulation of waste, which can clog the pores and dry the skin. Always remember to rinse thoroughly, even when you are running in the morning or you are very tired at night. The line of the jaw, hair and nose are the most abandoned places, for which you should take your time.

4. Towel. Even if you feel good, one mistake that most of us make is to rub the towel against our skin, which puts the elastin at risk. You must also designate a towel for this function, since bacteria see in this press an ideal place to live.

5. Do not be afraid of oils. For a long time these were considered enemies of the skin. However, some of them can clean the dirt from the pores, remove bacteria and heal and balance the skin. You can try high quality oils such as almond, apricot or sunflower.

The skin needs regular cleaning with appropriate products. As much as possible a good option is to go with a specialist to tell you what your skin needs and in this way you can treat it.