A good lotion, sunblock and a mild cleanser are all you need for acne-free skin. If you have acne problems, you may need an exfoliator (. The Cosmopolitan beauty team (past and present) shares their Holy Grail skincare products. Admit it, we all have skincare products that we buy that we never use.
Products that cost a small fortune and then don't look good on our skin, so they collect dust because we feel too guilty to throw them away. There's nothing wrong with trying to add some flavor to your skincare routine (though try not to try them all at once). We are constantly developing new products to attract us with their elegant tubes and great promises, but that doesn't make them essential. However, there are essential products that most dermatologists will recommend that you familiarize yourself with.
Although we all have different skin, some skin care needs are universal. One thing that should never be missing is a cleaner. It really doesn't matter what miracle product you put on your face, if you apply it to dirt, you better not bother. In fact, you could even worsen any existing skin problems. If you have combination skin, you can choose to layer it or blend it.
Basically, if your skin is normal but your chin and forehead are dry, you can apply more of your usual moisturizer to drier areas. If you prefer to buy separate products for each part of your face, that's your decision. We really can't stress enough how important sun protection is. Whether it's sunny, cloudy, or classic British and rainy weather, you still need it in your skincare routine. Although our skin changes with the seasons, the sun is always there.
Sun damage causes all kinds of skin problems, as it favors the formation of blemishes, wrinkles and even an unpleasant leather texture (nobody wants their face to look like a wallet, right?). And of course, there's skin cancer, which is often closely related to sun damage and is one of the leading causes of cancer death in youth groups. The sun can cause damage even through windows and interiors, which means you should use it all day, every day. Totally essential, it's still just as important to choose your sunscreen carefully. Serums that contain vitamins and antioxidants aren't necessary to keep skin healthy, but they can improve overall skin tone and texture.
Many products claim to turn back time, but most can only prevent further problems and stimulate skin to defend and repair itself naturally. Serums and skin care products that contain vitamin A, vitamin C, retinol, peptides, and hydroxy acids are good options for skin repair. All are compounds that protect and improve our skin, prevent sun damage and promote the production of natural collagen and elastin to restore youth to our skin. Always make sure you read the products you apply to your face carefully before buying them, as each skin has different needs and each compound that promises to repair and restore your skin will have unique effects.
Some serums are specific and act on the signs of aging, while others are more general and focus on overall skin health. Think about what your skin needs and what you want from a product before choosing. In fact, a simple drugstore moisturizer is the most important product, aside from sun protection, in your anti-aging skincare routine, says Dr. Katrina Abuabara, an associate professor of dermatology at UCSF who specializes in eczema.
The moisturizer helps protect the skin barrier, a fundamental function of the organ bigger than our body.
