Skin Practices that you Should Avoid

 "You skin reacts to every product and every practice that you do. Make sure that you’re doing everything right so that your skincare routines will be fruitful."

Your skin is your best friend. And like your best friend, it can be moody at times. If you do something wrong, it can throw tantrums in the form of acne breakouts and hurts you with pimples. Sometimes, even if we go all out in treating the skin with expensive skin products and visits to the spa and dermatologists, it’s not enough - or maybe it’s because we do practices that damage the skin.

The first most common practice that we do is picking at our faces. We often do it unconsciously when we were bored or trying to stay awake in a classroom or meeting. Try to keep your hands off from your face unless it’s time for your skincare routine. Avoid picking at your face whenever you are outside as your hands may be at their dirtiest. 

Second, you need to be specific with your skincare routine. Some people think that as long as they follow a skincare routine, they’re all good. But the question is, are they using the creams with SPF during the day? Do they moisturize first before applying makeup in the morning? Morning preparations are so much different.

Is makeup remover a part of the evening skincare routine? Do they use sleeping packs at night? There are a lot of things to consider.

Believe me, you need sunscreen. It doesn’t matter if you are a person of color or if you’ll be exposed to the sun for a minute only. Sun damage adds up over time. Even if you can’t see the sun, it doesn’t mean that the harmful rays are not present. Sunscreens or  skin lightening creams also help combat skin aging.

If you are someone who puts sunscreen every day, do you reapply it when you’re out and about? Reapplying sunscreen is important since it can easily get shed off due to daily tasks.

There are days when stress has gotten over your body and soul. And the solution? A great warm bath. Take note: warm bath. Not hot or cold. Lukewarm should be your target temperature when having a shower or bath. You may find hot showers comfortable, but it eventually dries out your skin.

Don't Skimp Out on Body Lotion

Body lotion provides many benefits when used regularly. Depending on the product you use, it can deal with your specific skin problems. There’s one for oily, dry, combination, or normal skin.

One thing that I got hooked up from when I was young is using whitening lotion regularly. For someone with a natural tan color, getting a fairer skin has always been what I wanted. They may not get the trend that they deserve, but they get the job done easily.

 

Moisturize the Skin

Skin that is all dried up from heat or cold is in need of body lotion. It will keep the moisture locked inside the skin. I suggest bringing a small bottle when going out. Washing your hands with soap can strip off its natural oils. So moisturize those after every wash.

Even Out Skin Tone

Look for lotions with SPF. These will protect your exposed skin from the harmful UV rays. The sun, as much as it is a need, can damage the skin. Dark spots, accelerated aging, sunburn, and skin darkening are just few of its effects. Regulate the tone of your arms, neck, and legs which are often exposed to the sun, wind, dirt, and pollution.

Whiten the Skin

They can range from cheap to downright expensive. That’s why most people skimp out on them. But you don’t necessarily need to buy expensive and branded ones to take care of your skin. Whitening body lotions can cost a fraction, but still do the job that expensive products do.

Lotions can help whiten the skin to make it look fairer and healthier. Opt for a whitening body lotion that lightens, moisturizes, heals, and keeps your skin cool.

It is a versatile product and can be used any time - after morning shower, afternoon washing, and before sleep. Its effects last for a long time. There’s no such thing as overuse for natural body lotions. You can use it more on rough and dry areas to make your whole body silky smooth and fresh.