Do you have skin problems and want it to be free from blemishes? Adopting proper habits to care for it can be of great help in treating it. For proper skin care you need to keep various factors in mind, including following certain daily beauty rituals, preventing possible damage and making targeted treatments. With all these precautions you will have a perfect epidermis.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Taking Care of Your Skin
Step 1. Use a mild cleanser
To have perfect skin it is important to wash it regularly, preferably twice a day. However, it is good to do a gentle cleansing to avoid irritating it. Using your fingers, gently massage a cleanser free of irritating ingredients and then rinse it off with cold or lukewarm water.
Also to keep your skin clean, try not to tease it during the day. By touching your face, you will only contaminate it with dirt and sebum, with the risk of causing breakouts and blemishes
Step 2. Apply a moisturizer
After washing your face, use a moisturizer to restore adequate hydrolipid balance. Choose a product suitable for your skin type. If it's oily, opt for a light, non-comedogenic texture. Do you have a basically dry skin? Choose a slightly thicker and fuller cream.
- Apply the moisturizer immediately after washing your face, when the skin is slightly damp. This will help you trap water, further hydrating the skin.
- For the face, use a moisturizer with sun protection factor to protect the skin better. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using creams with SPF 30.
Step 3. Use possible irritants in moderation
Toners, exfoliants, and astringents can be overly aggressive for many skin types, doing more harm than good. For example, exfoliating the face removes dead cells and brightens the complexion, the problem is that it can also irritate the skin. On the other hand, gentle but regular cleansing should help you keep your skin in top condition without drying it too much.
- If a product causes an immediate burning sensation or irritation on the face, remove it immediately, it means that it is excessively aggressive.
- Try a gentle scrub if you feel the need to exfoliate your skin. For example, use a soft silicone exfoliating pad instead of a traditional product based on aggressive seeds, shells or pits. In this way, the exfoliation will take place in a gentle way. In any case, generally to wash the skin it is enough to do a light massage with a mild cleanser and a sponge.
Part 2 of 3: Treating Skin Problems
Step 1. Deal with imperfections
If you have a pimple or rash in a specific area, washing it with a mild cleanser and then treating it with an over-the-counter medicine is often the most effective way to intervene. Choose a skin-friendly acne medication formulated for your skin type, whether it's oily, dry or sensitive.
- For example, medications based on salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, or alpha hydroxy acids are often effective in fighting a moderate acne breakout.
- Use non-comedogenic, anti-acne and oil-free cosmetics, personal hygiene items, and sun creams.
Step 2. Try using a special function cream
There is a wide range of creams with special functions that should be added to your beauty case for perfect skin. For example, serums are ideal for those who suffer from dry and cracked skin only in limited areas of the face. These types of products are nothing more than highly concentrated moisturizing treatments and are designed to treat specific facial problems.
Eye contour gels do wonders for fighting bags and dark circles
Step 3. See a dermatologist
If you have skin problems that you can't fix at home using over-the-counter products, make an appointment with a specialist. Dermatologists are able to propose various treatments depending on the patient's needs. They can prescribe medicines specifically designed to treat certain skin problems.
- Some skin problems can only be kept under control, as it is not possible to treat them permanently. Psoriasis, which is a chronic skin condition, is one example. Although disorders of this type cannot be treated definitively, it is very important to make targeted dermatological treatments to alleviate the symptoms.
- See a dermatologist if blemishes or acne don't go away within four to six weeks or are accompanied by pain and infection.
Part 3 of 3: Preventing Skin Damage
Step 1. Monitor your nutrition
You don't have to go on strict diets to care for your skin, but remember that making small changes can make a big difference. Try to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet. Drink lots of water every day. These steps can go a long way in helping you keep your skin in top condition.
- Excessive consumption of fatty, greasy and unhealthy foods can greatly affect the health of the skin.
- Foods such as refined grains (bread, rice, pasta) and confectionery have been associated with acne.
- Foods rich in antioxidants, vitamin C or omega-3 fatty acids help improve the condition of the skin. Here are some types (but there are many others): dark chocolate, pomegranate, strawberries, blueberries, olive oil, avocado and fish.
Step 2. Get enough sleep and get plenty of physical activity
Taking care of health in general can have a very positive impact on the condition of the skin. Try to sleep well, as adequate rest allows the body to regenerate, helps to better hydrate the epidermis and promotes the generation of healthy cells. Exercise, on the other hand, is important for releasing endorphins and allows the body to have more energy to carry out life processes.
Remember to take a bath or shower and wash your face gently after exercising, especially if you sweat a lot. By removing bacteria that have built up in pores, you will help your skin stay beautiful and healthy
Step 3. Limit sun exposure
Avoiding the sun is one of the most important things you can do to have perfect skin. If possible, wear sunglasses, hats, long-sleeved shirts, and pants. Try to cover the skin as much as possible. Better yet, when you have the option of deciding whether to stay in the shade or sunbathe, always choose to stay away from UVA and UVB rays.
In addition to aging the skin, sun exposure is the biggest risk factor you can avoid to prevent skin cancer
Step 4. Use sunscreen
Apply sunscreen if you really need to go out in the sun. It is good to opt for a product with an SPF of 30 or higher to keep ultraviolet rays under control. Remember that the sunscreen needs to be reapplied from time to time, so read the instructions on the packaging of the specific product you have chosen and follow them.
Some people worry that without the sun they cannot get enough vitamin D, as the sun's rays are a very important source of this compound. If this worries you, see your doctor for advice on supplements or eat more foods containing vitamin D, such as fish, dairy products with added vitamin D, and fortified cereals
Step 5. Take care of your skin after exposure
If you accidentally expose yourself to the sun for prolonged periods, take action promptly. Take a bath or shower to cool your skin, then hydrate it thoroughly.
- Drink plenty of water if you have a sunburn. This measure will help you moisturize damaged skin.
- Do not expose yourself to the sun following a burn. It is important to allow the skin to heal completely, without further damage.
Step 6. Don't overdo the makeup
Wearing less makeup decreases the chances of clogging pores and causing impurities to build up. It is not at all necessary to give up make-up completely, you just need to find a good compromise between the need for make-up and your skin type.
- For example, try not to use a thick, covering foundation, which can clog pores. Instead, try a light coverage product, such as a mineral powder foundation.
- There are cosmetics specially formulated to help fight rashes and impurities. If you decide to use them, be sure to choose a product designed for your skin type (oily, sensitive or dry).
- Going to sleep without removing make-up can be particularly damaging to the skin. Removing make-up every night allows you to eliminate make-up residues and avoid possible accumulations of product.
