We all know that babies are born with soft and smooth skin. As we age, the face is exposed to harsh conditions that make the skin lose its softness. By combining a healthy lifestyle with proper skin care, you too can heal your skin and protect it from further damage.
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Method 1 of 4: Keeping Skin Healthy
Step 1. Protect skin from sun damage
Wear sunscreen, moisturizer, or makeup products with SPF 15 or higher to prevent premature aging. Contrary to popular belief, darker skin is also susceptible to sun damage, although darker skin doesn't burn as quickly as lighter skin. Make sure you are always vigilant, no matter what color your skin is.
Step 2. Make sure your body is well hydrated
Hydration keeps skin firm and soft. Women should drink at least 9 glasses of water every day. Men should drink a little more than 13 glasses per day. Avoid coffee and alcohol which have a dehydrating effect. If you drink it, drink at least one extra glass of water for every cup of coffee or alcohol.
Step 3. Have a balanced diet
The skin is the largest organ of the body and requires proper nutrition to keep it soft and healthy. A diet rich in "healthy fats" such as omega-3 fatty acids will help the skin produce natural oils that hydrate and prevent inflammation. Foods that are particularly rich in omega-3s include fish, eggs, nuts, dairy products, and brussel sprouts. If your skin becomes rough and prone to skin problems, you may have a minor food allergy problem.
Step 4. Improve your air quality
The skin is constantly exposed to the air outside. Smoke damages and dries the skin. You inhale and exhale with your mouth and nose, so the effect it has on the skin is even more pronounced. Do not work and live in a smoke filled environment. If you smoke, you will feel the difference in the softness of your facial skin immediately if you stop. In addition, quitting smoking can prevent premature skin aging.
Try to install a humidifier in the bedroom if you are in a country that is experiencing winter or you live in a dry climate. Dry air pulls moisture and softness away from your skin
Method 2 of 4: Washing Face
Step 1. Find the right facial cleanser
Maybe a bar of soap can clean your face, but many soaps can dry out your skin. Facial skin is more sensitive than skin on other areas of the body and may require special products to keep it soft and healthy. Choose a cleanser with a moisturizer if your skin gets dry easily. If your skin is oily, choose a cleanser designed for oily skin. Use a makeup remover when removing makeup from your face.
Step 2. Wash your hands before starting
Chances are your fingers are dirtier than your face. Prevent oil and bacteria from sticking to your face by washing your hands with soap and water. If your skin is very sensitive, you can use a small amount of face wash to clean it.
Step 3. Apply the cleaner with your fingers
Dispense a small amount of facial cleanser onto your fingertips. Massage the facial cleanser into your face in small circular motions. Focus on the T-area of the face, which includes the forehead, nose, and chin. Follow the directions on the package if the method of use is different.
Step 4. Rinse with warm water
Splash warm water on your face several times to rinse off the facial cleanser. Cold water will not clean your face effectively. Hot water can dry out the face and reduce its softness.
Step 5. Dry with a towel
Use gentle up and down movements. Rubbing a towel can irritate the skin. The scrubbing motion can also remove the skin-refreshing components of facial cleansers that are meant to be absorbed by the skin.
Step 6. Massage facial moisturizer
Moisturizer is important to get soft skin if your skin gets dry easily. Just like a facial cleanser, massage an adequate amount of this product onto your face. Focus on the driest areas of your face.
Step 7. Wash your face twice a day
Clean your face after waking up and before going to bed. If you're wearing makeup, make sure you don't sleep before washing it off.
- Washing your face too often can irritate your skin and draw in its natural moisturizing oils.
- Every time you swim or exercise, make sure you wash your face again.
Method 3 of 4: Exfoliating the Skin
Step 1. Find the right exfoliating product for your skin
Just like facial cleansers, there are many products available in the market for different skin types. Chances are you'll have to experiment a few times before finding the right product. In general, if your skin is oily, look for an exfoliating product that promises to "deep cleanse". If your skin is dry, look for products that are gentle and moisturizing.
Step 2. Massage the product into the skin with your fingers
Gently massage, moving your fingers in small circular motions.
- A microfiber towel that can rub gently can be an alternative to massaging by hand. Many beauty shops sell gloves made of this material so you can do this treatment more easily,
- Tools for electric exfoliation are also popular. You can try to find this tool in a not so high price in electronics stores.
Step 3. Rinse off this product and dry your face
Use warm water. Do not rub the skin with a towel because it can irritate and damage the skin. Your skin may become more sensitive after exfoliating.
Step 4. Moisturize your face
Moisturizing is very important after exfoliating because natural moisturizing oils are often lost after this process. Exfoliating also removes your skin's first protective layer. It's true that dry dead skin makes your skin feel rough, but this layer acts as a barrier to the more sensitive layer of skin underneath.
Step 5. Repeat twice a week before going to bed
Exfoliating regularly helps keep skin soft and free of blemishes. You can reduce the frequency if the humidity increases or your skin is less prone to flaking. If your skin is very sensitive, exfoliating can be very irritating to your skin and make its dryness worse. Find the right balance for your skin.
Method 4 of 4: Shaving Face
Step 1. Make sure the razor is sharp before starting to shave
Shaving with a dull razor irritates the skin and causes bumps.
Women with real facial hair can benefit from the gentle effect that shaving provides. Don't worry the hair will grow thicker and darker as this is just a myth. Dermaplaining is a popular type of exfoliation in which the top layer of dead skin is removed from the face using a sharp knife
Step 2. Apply a generous amount of shaving preparation product
Make sure you massage it into your skin for an excellent shave. There are several types of products used before shaving:
- Shaving cream should be made into a lather with your fingers or a shaving brush. Many professional barbers use this product.
- Shaving gel is similar to shaving cream but a little easier to apply.
- Many people think shaving foam is "shaving cream". The shaving foam comes in a can and is ready to use right away without having to be made into foam first.
- Shaving soap is a solid soap that must be made into a lather with a shaving brush.
- Shaving oil can be used alone or under shaving cream. The oil is great for those with dry, sensitive skin.
Step 3. Rinse the blade every time you use it to shave
When the blade is full of feathers, it becomes dull. Clogged blades will not function effectively and can cause bumps on the skin known as razor bumps. Heat can also cause the blade to dull more quickly.
Step 4. Rinse face with cold water
Cold water prevents skin irritation. The coldness of the water also closes the pores of the skin, protecting it from the negative effects that arise after shaving. Cold water also tightens the skin, preventing ingrown hairs.
Step 5. Pat alcohol-free aftershave
Use fingertips to apply aftershave to freshly shaved skin. Aftershave lotions and gels act as moisturizers to rehydrate skin and keep it soft. Some lotions also contain ingredients that soothe irritated skin.
Traditional aftershave with alcohol can dry out the skin and can make facial skin rough
Tips
- Wash your face before shaving. Do not dry your face because the remaining water can make the shaving process easier.
- Washing too often, exfoliating, and applying skin care products can damage the skin. If your skin doesn't feel as soft as before you did this treatment, reduce the frequency.
- Exfoliating products contain micro-granules of plastic that are harmful to the environment. Due to their small size, these micro-granules cannot be filtered. Products made from jojoba granules are seen as a safe alternative because they are made from biodegradable plant sap.
- Always test new leather products on a small area of skin a day or two before use. Choose an area that is usually covered by clothing. By waiting, you can also see if there is a late reaction or not. If the skin becomes itchy and red, do not use this product. This is especially important if you have allergies or sensitive skin.
