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3 Ways To Plan Skin Care Regimen!

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Isaac - International Skin & Anti Ageing CentreDermatologist • 24 Years Exp.ISAAC
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There are different types of skin and they need care according to their specific type. A secret to healthy skin is maintaining a daily skin care regimen. To construct a beneficial routine, it is important to know your skin type. Learn about the different types and its symptoms to identify your own.

Skin Types and their characteristics:

  • Dry - You have rough, scaly and flaky skin, which lacks hydration.
  • Oily - Greasy, excessive oil, particularly on the T-zone, is usually accompanied by large pores.
  • Normal - Your skin is balanced with the right amount of hydration.
  • Sensitive - Your skin gets irritated, red and itchy with the application of cosmetics and creams.
  • Combination - Skin that exhibits the characteristics of both dry and oily skin

Here are some skin care techniques you can opt for according to your skin type:

  1. Cleansing
    • Combination or oily: Invest in a cleanser that controls excess oil. Wash your face with an oil-free soap, do not scrub, rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. You might want to wipe your face with astringent or a toner afterward.
    • Dry: Use cleansers which are devoid of alcohol and fragrance because they can dry out your skin even more. Remember to exfoliate your skin once a week to eliminate dead cells and flakes.
    • Sensitive: Use a very mild cleanser with calming ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, green tea, and oats. There are also many green tea recipes for skin care which you should apply to get flawless skin. The other health benefits of green tea includes that it prevents the skin from damage, irritation and redness.
  2. Moisturize: Applying a moisturizer is an important skin in your regime. Irrespective of your skin type, you need a moisturizer. It helps to lock in hydration and prevent dryness. If you have oily skin, apply lightweight oil free moisturizers.
  3. Sunscreen: Use a daily sunscreen which has protection against UVA and UVB rays with an SPF of 30. It can protect you against skin cancer and premature wrinkles.

Apart from following a skincare routine, you also need to have a healthy diet, proper sleep and wear minimal makeup.

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