Washing face is something that everyone does every day and it doesn’t seem to be a difficult task. But do we really know how to wash our faces? It seems that we often make the following face–washing mistakes:
1. Use facial cleanser directly without removing makeup
The cleansing ability of facial cleansers is limited and cannot completely clean cosmetics. So we need to remove makeup first, then use a facial cleanser, otherwise, it is easy to clog pores.
2. Rub your face with a towel
There are many bacteria on the towels, which can cause acne and pimples with long-term use. So it is recommended to use paper towels or face towels instead
3. Natural–air drying
The evaporation of water takes away moisture from the face and instead the skin is more likely to feel tight and the face is more prone to dryness
4. Wash your face alternately with hot and cold water
Many people say that alternating hot and cold water can shrink pores, but this not only does not work but can make the skin sensitive
Skin Types Recognition(The Most Important)
So to wash your face properly and efficiently, you first need to know what type of skin you have and then choose the right cleansing products for your skin.
How to choose the right product for your skin
1. Facial Cleanser: cleansing cream, cleansing milk, cleansing lotion, cleansing gel, etc.
We generally have two main types of cleansers: Amino Acids Cleanser and Soap Based Cleanser
Cleaning power: Soap Based Cleanser > Amino Acid Cleanser
Mildness: Amino Acid Cleanser > Soap Based Cleanser
You can choose soap–based cleansers for oily skin, but do not choose soap–based cleansers for oily acne-prone skin, as it will make the acne worse. Amino acid cleansers are very gentle and suitable for dry skin, sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, and of course for oily skin.
For sensitive skin, it is best to wash with pure water instead of a facial cleanser in the morning
2. Makeup Remover: makeup remover water, make-up remover milk for light make-up removal； makeup remover oil for heavy makeup
3. Scrubs or exfoliating creams: Scrubs are skin cleansing products containing uniform fine particles that remove aged keratinocytes by physical friction on the skin.
Exfoliating creams or gels use the process of applying the product to suck out the sticky gel and exfoliate the aged skin, encouraging cell renewal and making the skin appear radiant and soft.
The skin has an adaptation process to each cleansing product, so don’t change them too often, and don’t use multiple cleansing products at the same time, otherwise, the skin barrier function will be damaged, resulting in dry and dehydrated skin.
Cleansing products are not necessary for dry and sensitive skin every time. If there is no makeup, only lukewarm water can be used to clean it. If you wear light makeup, you can choose makeup remover or cleanser. If you wear heavy makeup, you can use makeup remover oil first and then cleanse thoroughly with cleansing milk.
The selection principle of cleansing products
1. Choose products according to skin type.
2. Choose oil control for oily skin.
3. Dry skin moisturizing options are available for sensitive skin with medical skincare products
Summarize: The right cleanser is the one that doesn’t leave your face feeling tight afterward.
How to clean your face without damaging your skin
1. First, wet your face with clean water.
2. Second, take an appropriate amount of cleansing products in the palm of the hand, add a small amount of water, rub out the foam, and massage gently in a circular way from the bottom to top and from inside to outside.
3. Finally, wash the skin with clean water. Pay attention to gentle movements and do not rub the skin strongly. Excessive cleaning and exertion can damage the sebum membrane and loosen the skin.
Smooth and flawless skin is everyone’s dream, and the thickness of the cuticle directly affects the appearance of the skin. The too-thick cuticle will appear rough and dull, while too thin will lead to skin–sensitive capillary dilation, so we can properly remove the dead skin cuticle.
Especially in the oiled and rough T-zone, cuticle replacement takes 28 days, so don’t exfoliate too often.
Advice for Exfoliating:
Every two weeks for oily or aging skin
Once a month for dry skin
Every 2 to 3 weeks for neutral or mixed skin
Do not use scrub and exfoliator at the same time
Is Cleansing Device Useful?
The cleansing device has received mixed reviews from those who say it works well and those who say it hurts their skin, which leaves the masses confused.
In fact, cleansing instruments, whether brush head or sonic vibration, are using the principle of mechanical friction to clean the skin, if not used properly, it will damage the skin barrier function. So if your face is with large pores, oily skin, or heavy makeup, that can help you exfoliate and deep clean; if it is normal skin then do not bother; if it is sensitive skin, it is recommended to stay away from the facial cleansing device.
