Five essentials for skin care

Skin care is a delicate matter. Skin is soft like a baby when we are born and becomes drier, rougher, and sager over time. Hormones can clog pores, resulting in pimples and acne. Age causes the skin to sag and wrinkle. The environment and life choices, such as smoking, can compound the damage. Five things in particular are useful to combat the effects of time and our environment on our skin.

All skincare routines should start with a good cleanser. It is important to take note of the type of skin you have. Some people have oily skin, while others have dry, tight skin. Some people have a combination of both types. There are also many people with sensitive skin. Many cleansers are specially formulated to suit any skin type. Excess oil on the skin can lead to increased pimples. Dry skin feels extremely tight immediately after cleansing. Dry skin can peel off. Combination skin will feel oily in the T-zone and dry in the rest. Good skin care requires cleansing in the morning and at night.

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