How To Build The Perfect Skincare Routine
Who doesn’t want beautiful, healthy, and glowing skin? A good skincare routine will help you achieve just that. A skincare routine can help you maintain clear skin and say bye-bye to skin issues. When putting together your personalised skincare routine, it might be difficult to know where to begin. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered, these simple steps will help you create your ideal skincare routine.
Cleanser
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Each skincare routine should start with cleansing. Washing your skin twice a day is an important step that will help you maintain clear skin. Cleansing helps the skin to function better by removing debris, oil, and makeup residue. You can choose from a variety of cleansers, including foaming cleansers (for oily skin), oil-based cleansers (for dry skin), and gel-based cleansers (for combination). Some people prefer to wash their faces with only water, but this won’t remove all the grime. Also, be careful not to wash your face too vigorously. When the face is cleaned with a rough towel, you may cause microtears that could hasten the ageing process.
Toner
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After washing your face, toner clears any remaining filth and pollutants lodged in your pores. If used religiously, it can significantly tighten your pores. Moreover, toner balances the pH of your skin and evens out the skin tone. The application process is pretty simple. Soak a cotton ball in the toner and gently sweep it over your skin after cleansing in the morning and just before bedtime.
Serum
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The smallest and most concentrated type of skincare product is a serum. They are used to address specific issues like acne, ageing, or sun damage. After cleansing and before moisturising, serums are applied to the skin to help nourish it with active ingredients. They’re excellent for focusing on particular areas that require extra care, such as those that have recently experienced a little too much sun exposure, breakouts, damaged skin barrier etc. Make sure to pick out the correct active ingredient-infused serum for your skin concern. Depending on the ingredients, some serums can be used in the AM and PM both. However, an active like retinol is specifically for the PM.
Moisturiser
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The next stage in your skincare process is applying a moisturiser. Moisturisers are recommended for both daytime and nighttime use. The moisturiser will hydrate your skin and seal in the serums used previously. You can opt for moisturisers according to your skin type.
ClapClap Tip: Even if you have oily skin, it needs a moisturiser. Water or gel-based products are ideal for this skin type.
SPF
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Sunscreen is the last and most important step in your skincare routine. It should be worn every day, both indoors and outdoors. Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen that offers UVA and UVB protection. Make sure to re-apply your SPF every 2 hours.
Always consult your dermatologist before testing out a new ingredient to know what is right for your skin.
