How to Properly Wash Your
Face
Face
washing is often the core of beautiful face. Before you
apply all those cosmetics or medications for your acne,
experts always tell you to wash your face.
Cleaning
is essential in maintaining beautiful and healthy skin. And
since we always want to put our “best face forward,” here
are several tips that we compiled on how to properly wash
your face.
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Remove every trace of make-up/cosmetic on your face. Use
cotton ball and moisturizing cream to avoid damaging
your skin.
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Use
lukewarm water. Avoid using too hot and too cold water
that can dry out your skin. This will also open the
pores for deeper cleansing.
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Avoid
strong or harsh soaps/ cleansers. Strong soaps can dry
your skin and strip off natural lipids. Choose soap that
are mild if you prefer soap, or you can always choose
cleansers that are soap- free, non- comedogenic, and
mild like Cetaphil, Burt Bee’s or Neutrogena.
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Massage face by gently rotating upwards your middle ring
and pinky fingers. Remember that hard rubbing will
actually do more harm than good.
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Rinse
face well to remove all residue of soap or cleanser.
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.
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Pat
dry with soft, non- abrasive towel. Never ever rub your
face.
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Use
an alcohol- free toner on your face. It should make your
face feel smooth and refreshed. Astringents and toners
with glycolic or alpha hydroxy acids work the best for
toning the face. These acids actually can reduce the
pore size, and help avoid ingrown hairs. They are
aggressive and have quick results. Remember to look for
a product that is not photosensitive (sensitive to
light).
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Finish off with moisturizer to replenish the natural
oils that has been lost. Moisturizing is a necessity.
Again, the product with the least amount of chemical
additives is the best. Always use a light moisturizer on
your face after cleansing. For an intensive moisture
treatment use pure vitamin E, or aloe vera oil. It is
available in liquid form, or just break open a capsule
and apply the oil directly to the skin.
Those are
eight simple steps that would help you keep your face clean
and beautiful. Start today for a more refreshed and
beautiful you.
