Hey everyone!Sorry for being so irregular in publishing posts, but there are many uncertain things happening at my end which is way more frustrating. Ok coming back to the post ~ Skincare Basics specially for those who are not so familiar with the do's and don'ts of Skincare while choosing products. The products suggested in this post are best suited for Dry skin with Oily T-zone.
Skin is the largest organ of our body. Presently, our skin bears the burnt of sun exposure, unhealthy food habits, pollution, carefree lifestyle and daily stress. For fighting against all these factors our skin needs EXTRA CARE. Don't have time for intensive skincare? Pamper yourself with the basics. Good skin care ~ including sum protection, gentle cleansing and healthy lifestyle choices can help delay the natural aging process and prevent various skin problems and can keep your skin healthy and glowing for years to come.
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A basic skin care routine should be incorporated in everyone's daily schedule and it should consist of following steps ~
- Cleansing ~ This step involves removing of all the dirt, dust and traces of oil and pollution that forms a layer over our face, clogging pores and giving the face a dull look. Cleansing removes all dirt from the face and opens the pores. There are many products available suited for every skin types. It is important to use the cleanser meant for your skin type to maintain the natural oil and water balance of the skin. Cleansers comes in various forms ~ lotions, foaming washes, wipes, gel based washes, oils, creams etc. Lotions, creams and oils are best for Dry skin types.
- Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm : Rs 2000
- Amway Artistry Essentials Hydrating System : Rs 1400
- Lotus Herbals Lemon Pure Cleansing Milk : Rs 295
- Nivea Cleansing Milk : Rs 159
- Toning ~ Toning helps in further cleansing, tightening of the open pores and restoring the pH balance of the skin. Toned skin absorbs moisturizers completely.
- Avene Gentle Toner : Rs 1190
- L'Oreal Paris Hydrafresh Mask in Lotion : Rs 425
- Sebamed Deep Cleansing Facial Toner : Rs 400
- Iraya Face Mist with Pomegranate and Mint : Rs 395
- Moisturizing ~ This step restores moisture of the skin giving it a smooth and healthy look. Moisturizers should be used according to your skin type and Dry skin needs most moisture in their skin to maintain skin's suppleness, whereas oily skin types need lighter formulations like oil-free moisturizers.
Suggested Products :
- L'Oreal Paris Hydrafresh Deep Boosting Essence : Rs 599
- L'Oreal Paris Hydrafresh Aqua Balm : Rs 525
- L'Oreal Paris Hydrafresh Anti Shine Icy Gel : Rs 499
- Sunscreen ~ One of the most important ways to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun. A lifetime of sun exposure can cause wrinkles, age spots and other skin problems ~ as well as increase the risk of skin cancer. The skin also needs protection from the sun's rays even indoors! When exposed for longer times, higher SPF (sun protection factor) sunscreen should be used. Ideally sunscreen should be applied after toning and before moisturizing to help the skin absorb it better and atleast 10-15 mins before sun exposure.
- Lotus Herbals 3-in-1 Matte SPF 40 sunscreen
- Lotus Herbals Safe Sun Daily Sunscreen SPF 90
- Exfoliation/Scrubbing ~ dead cells and oil on the face causes the skin surface to look dull and leads to clogging of pores, blackheads and pimples. Scrubbing involves in removal of such dead cells by skin polishers or exfoliating creams. Depending on your skin type, the frequency at which you need to exfoliate your skin may vary from once a week to everyday (Dry Skin should exfoliate once a week).
- Lotus Herbals Whiteglow Scrub : Rs 225
- Montagne Jeunesse Apricot Scrub : Rs 150
- Night Cream ~ These are formulations meant to be used on the skin over night which help in repairing the skin, restoring elasticity and replenishing moisture to the skin. Night creams are usually high on moisture content making them greasier and unsuitable for use in the day-time.
- Lakme Youth Infinity Skin Firming Night Cream : Rs 899
- Pond's Flawless White Brightening Cream : Rs 499
- Lotus Herbals Nutranite Skin Renewal Night Cream : Rs 375
- Serum ~ A serum is a concentrated formulation that is made of smaller molecules than the moisturizer and thus penetrates to deeper layers of the skin to restore moisture, brightening, fight aging and sometimes to prevent breakouts.
- Lakme Perfect Radiance 4 weeks Intense Whitening Capsules : Rs 1250
- The Body Shop Vitamin E moisture Serum : Rs 1195
- Lakme Youth Infinity Skin Firming Serum : Rs 899
- Lakme Perfect Radiance Polishing Serum : Rs 799
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- Never sleep without removing your makeup.
- Drink atleast 3-4 litres of water everyday. It's the simplest way to achieve glowing skin.
- Eat fresh fruits and vegetables, atleast 2 servings daily to cleanse your body of toxins.
- Exercise regularly for 30 mins, it would increase blood circulation and brings a glow to your face.
- Pamper your face with homemade face packs of salon facials twice a month.
Do take very good care of your skin. My current Skin care post coming soon on the blog. Till then stay healthy, stay fit and get glowing!
