4-3-2-1. 4 Basic Skin care needs

4 Basic Skin Care Needs

The right (& wrong) ways to cleanse, moisturize & exfoliate your skin

Origional  article By Julyne Derrick.

There's tried-and-true ways to properly care for your skin, from the right way to cleanse your face, to the best moisturizers and sunscreens.

Before we start with the proper daily 4-step skincare routine, you'll need to know your skin type.

How you care for your skin is utterly dependent on the type of skin you have: oily, normal/combination, dry, sensitive or sun- damaged.

Skin test. Wash your face, pat it dry, then take a few pieces of rice paper or lens-cleaning tissue paper and press on different spots on your face. If your skin is oily, the paper will stick, pick up oily spots and become translucent. If the paper doesn't stick or pick up any oily spots, your skin is dry. If it sticks in your t-zone (forehead, nose and chin) then you have combination (or normal) skin. About 70 percent of women have combination skin.

Here are the five different skin types and their characteristics.

·         Type 1: Oily Oily skin tends to shiny with enlarged pores, and is prone to blackheads and blemishes. You might experience some tightness.

·         Type 2: Combination/normal This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, good circulation, healthy color, may tend toward dryness on the cheeks while being oily in the t-zone.

·         Type 3: Sensitive Sensitive skin tends to be thin, delicate with fine pores. It flushes easily, is prone to broken capillaries, is frequently allergic and can be rashy.

·         Type 4: Dry Dry skin feels tight, especially after cleansing. You have a tendency towards fine wrinkles, flaking and red patches. In women of color, skin may appear ashy or dull from dead skin buildup.

·         Type 5: Aging or sun-damaged This skin also feels tight with visible wrinkles, slack skin tone -- especially around the cheeks and jawline -- with leathery texture and broken capillaries.

PERSONAL SKIN ASSESSMENT FOR:

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1. What is your age?

■ 12–19 ■_40–49

■ 20–29 ■_50–59

■ 30–39 ■_60 +

2. How would you describe your skin?

■ Dry – After cleansing, my face feels tight and I need to use a moisturizer

■ Normal – I have no significant dryness or oiliness

■ Combination – I often have a shiny T-zone

(forehead, nose, and chin), and my cheeks feel dry

■ Oily – I tend to have an oily sheen throughout the day

3. How sensitive is your skin?

■ Very sensitive

■ Somewhat sensitive

■ Not sensitive at all

4. How often do you experience breakouts?

■ Never/rarely

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

5. Have fine lines or wrinkles started to appear on your

face? (Please check all that apply.)

■ No, not yet

■ Yes, on my forehead

■ Yes, around my eyes and between my brows

■ Yes, around my mouth

■ Yes, on my cheeks

6. Do you have age spots or skin discoloration?

■ No

■ Yes, light spots or uneven skin tone

■ Yes, large spots or blotchy skin

7. What is the texture and tone of your skin?

■ My skin feels smooth and looks evenand luminous

■ My skin feels smooth but has lost its luminosity

■ My skin feels slightly rough and has lost its luminosity

■ My skin feels rough, looks uneven,and has lost its luminosity

8. What are your skin care goals? (Please check all that apply.)

■ Reduce/prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

■ Reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles

■ Achieve a more even-toned complexion

■ Improve texture and radiance

■ Improve firmness

■ Reduce blemishes

■ Reduce dryness

9. Are you interested in non-invasive alternatives to any of the following dermatological/cosmetic procedures? (Please check all that apply.)

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to a mini face-lift

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to line-relaxing injections

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to an eyelift

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to collagen injections

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to a chemical peel

■ Yes, non-invasive alternatives to microdermabrasion

■ No, none of the above

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The Basic 4-Step Skincare Regimen Step 1: Cleansing

Simple is key here. You need to find a good cleanser that your skin responds well to, and stick with it.

There's no need to spend $40 on a fancy wash. Avoid bar soaps as they tend to dry out the skin. "Soap should only ever touch your skin from the neck down." We agree. Choose a creamy cleanser if you have dry skin or a clear cleanser if you have oily skin.

Be careful not to cleanse too often. Washing at night should do you. Use warm water to loosen dirt and clogged pores. Use a dime-sized bit of cleanser, then rinse with cool or lukewarm water. You'll also want to take off your makeup with a proper makeup remover.

In the morning, a splash of lukewarm water is all you need (we find it's great for removing excess oils from your nightly moisturizing). Never wash your face with hot or cold water (both can cause broken capillaries). Also be careful about overcleansing skin.

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Step 2: Exfoliate

Exfoliation is the step most people skip in their weekly skincare routine. But trust me, if you start properly exfoliating your skin, you will notice an almost immediate difference., one of the reasons men's skin looks more youthful than women's is because men tend to exfoliate daily when they shave. There are several ways to exfoliate skin: Microdermabrasion.

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Scrubs work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells that tend to dull your complexion. We find exfoliating skin once a week with a microdermabrasion kit keeps skin glowing year-round. Make sure you use a gentle scrub with tiny grains. Big grains in cheap scrubs can tear skin and cause more harm than good.

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Should you use a toner? Toners are meant to remove all remaining traces of oil, makeup and dirt. If you like the way your skin feels with a toner. Buy it. Use it. Enjoy it.

Step 3: Moisturize

While I know of at least one famous beauty editor who swore skin doesn't need moisturizer, basically everyone else I've read disagrees and is an adamant believer in it. A basic law of beauty is that everyone, no matter her skin type, should moisturize. Even if your skin is oily, it will benefit from moisturizers. (The only exception is those with acne). Why? Moisturizers seal moisture into skin. So how much should you moisturize? Your skin will tell you. When your skin is tight, it's crying out for moisture. Be careful not to overmoisturize -- this can clog pores.

Are eye creams necessary? Well maybe. Some beauty experts strongly recommend eye creams. Why? The skin around the eye contains no fatty tissue and is therefore very thin and susceptible to wrinkles. Special eye creams are formulated to "thicken" this area. Yet other experts (including the beauty editors of Allure in their new book) claim your daily lotion works around the eyes just as well.

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Step 4: Apply Sunscreen

O Magazine ran an article featuring interviews with several top skin care experts and dermatologists Every single one of them said sunscreen was the most important part of your skincare regimen. It was the secret they would pass on to their daughters.

The number-1 cause of wrinkles is sun damage, so it's important to use sunscreen from your early years on even in winter and on cloudy days. A great trick is to purchase two moisturizers: One for night and one for day that includes UV protection.

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