Here are several things that one should avoid when washing their faces. Remember
that it is our aim to make your skin more healthier and beautiful.
1. Do not wash face too often. Washing your face doesn't mean you have to
wash it every hour of the day. Experts recommend ONLY 2 to 3 times a day
of face washing. Frequent washing may dry out your skin thus increasing
your risk to irritations that may even cause acne. Moreover, if the skin is too
dry, your glands will produce more oil that will compensate for the lost ones.
This means that your risk in getting too much sebum also increases.
2. Do not use harsh soaps and cleansers. Never use bar soaps or bar cleansers.
The ingredients that keep these soaps and cleansers in bar form can clog your
pores and irritate your skin, and they can help foster breakouts. Harsh soap and
cleansers can strip off the skin's natural lipids thus irritate your skin.
Choose cleansers that are mild and non- comedogenic, hypo-allergenic, and
soap-free. There are several products like this in the market like Cetaphil,
Burt Bee's or Neutrogena. Dilute your cleanser with enough water when you wash.
The less concentrated your cleanser, the more gentle it will be.
3. Do not use too much cleanser. Even if you are using mild cleansers, it
is best to dilute it with water (a palm full will be sufficient). The less
concentrated your cleanser, the gentler it will be for your face.
4. Do not use cleansers containing alcohol. Alcohol will upset your face's
natural ph level, thus causing it to be irritated. Using toners and astringents
may feel wonderful, but over-using these will irritate your skin!
5. Do not just use any products. Instead, know your skin type. For dry skin, look
for products with cocoa butter or glycerin. For oily skin, look for products
with benzoyl peroxide, citric acid or salicylic acid. For sensitive skin,
look for aloe vera, almond oil or chamomile.
6. Do not under-rinse. Residues left behind can actually clog your pores. Facial
cleansers can leave an invisible residue behind which can clog your pores. Rinse
three times, then rinse again!
7. Do not exfoliate often. Removing dead skin cells can make your skin less dull
but you should not overdo it or you will injure your skin. Too much scrubbing
will make your skin dull and flaky. Avoid abrasive facial pads and grainy facial
scrubs.
Remember, in everything that you do, simplicity and moderation is often that
key. Do not abuse your skin. Go easy and gentle.
Learn how to feel confident in your skin's appearance! Check out
ClearPores.com.
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