Ideally, you should wash your face twice a day: once in the morning and once before bed. If you have chosen the wrong cleanser, your skin will probably dry out; as a result, you may suffer from skin damage, with deterioration in appearance and general redness. The best cleansing product should be strong enough to cleanse the skin, but not too strong to cause damage and leave the skin flaky. It must also be able to eliminate sebum, dirt and other pollutants, giving the skin a clean and natural appearance. Perhaps you have gone too far with the treatments so far and now you need to heal the skin that has become irritated. There are many solutions to relieve the symptoms associated with skin dehydration, but ultimately the important thing is to choose the right product to wash your face.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Relieve Skin Irritation with a Facial Cleanser
Step 1. Rinse the cleaner thoroughly with water at room temperature
If it is too hot or too cold it can cause damage to the skin, creating a shock to the cells of the face. Make sure it's the right temperature and do a thorough rinse. If you think there is some soap residue left, rinse it a second time.
If there are traces of cleanser left, the pores can become clogged, as with grease and make-up, but instead of developing pimples, the skin can crack after prolonged exposure to chemicals
Step 2. Use a good quality moisturizer after applying the cleanser
If the product has irritated your skin, it has probably removed too much sebum. Moisturizer helps restore skin oils and retain moisture. When the skin is dehydrated it causes irritation, is dry, flaky and creates general discomfort. The key to ensuring proper skin care is to use a good moisturizer.
Moisturizers that contain humectants are very effective. Look for ingredients that have urea, alpha hydroxy acids like lactic acid or glycolic acid, glycerin or hyaluronic acid, because they are the best
Step 3. Don't scratch yourself
Dry skin is itchy a lot and people are generally prone to scratching all the time. However, this only causes further damage and could lead to a secondary bacterial infection. If this type of infection develops, you need to take antibiotics or you will have dermatological problems for a long time. Resist the urge to scratch yourself. Use other methods to combat the annoyance.
Step 4. Apply aloe vera
It is a truly "miraculous" plant, it relieves the discomfort associated with various skin ailments, such as sun burns, dryness and irritation. You can grow the plant at home; if you decide to use it in its natural form, simply open a leaf and rub the lymph on the irritated areas of skin. If you don't like this method, you can buy aloe vera marketed by many brands and available in many different fragrances in drugstores or even supermarkets.
Step 5. Use petroleum jelly to treat dry and / or cracked skin
It is one of the most common treatments for managing this type of skin problem (whether or not it is caused by a cleanser). Vaseline is very gentle on the skin. The Association of American Dermatologists recommends this product more than any other to soften dry skin and soothe irritation in general. It is cheap and you can find it in most pharmacies and supermarkets.
Step 6. Apply some apple cider vinegar to irritated skin
It is an antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal substance that can fight itching. Put a few drops on a cotton swab or cotton swab and place it on the affected areas. You can use raw, organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar or an industrially processed one, both of which are readily available commercially.
Step 7. See a dermatologist
If the skin is too painful, remains dry and irritated for a long time, or you also notice bleeding, you need to go to a specialist. He will be able to define a new hygiene program or prescribe specific medications for your skin type. It is also able to tell if you have any chronic skin disease - independent of the cleansing product you use - such as eczema or rosacea.
Method 2 of 2: Choose the Correct Facial Cleanser
Step 1. Choose a cleanser suitable for your skin type
Too often we tend to take a product based simply on its commercial image or on the advice of a friend who has "better" skin. The fact is that everyone has a different type of epidermis, so a cleanser suitable for naturally oily skin removes too much sebum from the skin of those who have drier skin. Conversely, a product formulated for dry skin does not adequately eliminate the oils that normally accumulate during the day on particularly oily skin. You must therefore evaluate your skin type and understand if it tends to be oily or dry.
Step 2. Choose the "type" of cleaning product that is effective for you
On the market you will find different types and varieties. In the form of soap, in foam, non-foaming, without surfactants, as a cleansing, micellar, oil-based and even medicated balm. Most of these require only water to activate the active ingredients and to be used effectively. Micellar products already contain water and only a cotton swab or cotton wool is needed to apply and remove them.
Generally, soap bars tend to have a much higher pH than foaming or liquid ones; some studies have found that they actually encourage bacterial growth rather than reduce it
Step 3. Pay close attention to the ingredients present in the product
Often fragrances are added, such as lavender, coconut or other substances, to give the cleaner the image of a luxury product or simply to enhance its scent. This is not to say that it definitely causes damage or rashes on the face, but that it could. If you've recently tried a new product and noticed a deterioration in your skin condition, you should choose a new fragrance-free cleanser.
Step 4. Do not purchase a facial cleanser that contains harmful substances, such as sodium lauryl sulfate or alcohol
These are ingredients that are too aggressive for most people. Sodium lauryl ether sulfate is a bit gentler than its stronger counterpart - sodium lauryl sulfate - but both can irritate skin that is sensitive to too strong soaps.
If you see these substances listed on your favorite cleanser's ingredient list, but your skin isn't getting too dry anyway, you can continue using it. Just make sure these items are at the bottom of the detergent's ingredients list, as they are the lowest in concentration
Step 5. Try different types of products to see which one is best for your specific case
An effective method of testing the cleanser is to wash your face and then clean it with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. If it still looks greasy or there are traces of make-up left, the product is not strong enough. However, keep in mind that if the skin remains greasy or dirty, the cause may simply be insufficient cleaning. Clean your face once more before discarding that type of product.
Step 6. Check out consumer reviews
Some believe that a higher price corresponds to a better quality product, but as has already been stated before, every skin is different; some people may therefore prefer a more expensive product, while others do not feel the same degree of satisfaction. Before trying a new product, read several reviews written by those who have already used it. Check for side effects such as dryness, lingering scents, rashes, or other skin disorders, which can be a warning sign or make the skin red and itchy.
Step 7. Ask a dermatologist for advice
Each person's skin oscillates between greasy and dry, greasy and dry. Factors such as stress, climatic conditions, daily activities, contact with pollutants and other elements can change the skin a lot. Go to a specialist and ask them for the best cleansing product for your skin type. He may also prescribe a couple of different ones to respond appropriately to these changes.
