Skin care steps ✨

1️⃣ cleansing : cleansing is used first to clean your face of any dirt, oil, or sweat and it helps other products absorb better. Depending on the type of skin you have , there are different types of cleansers for your needs , for example:

Oil cleansers : for dry & combination skin

Gel cleansers: oily , normal, & acne prone skin

Cream cleansers: combination & dry skin

Foam cleansers: oily & acne prone skin

Clay cleansers: oily skin

Powder cleansers: oily & acne prone skin

Bar cleansers: Dry, Combination, & balanced skin

Balm cleansers: Dry , normal & combination skin

2️⃣ Toning : toning removes dirt, bacteria , makeup , pollution , and other impurities that your cleanser may have left behind. Toners also have categories based on their functions . For example: skin bracers , tonics , acidic toners , exfoliating toners , & astringents.

3️⃣ exfoliating: exfoliating is basically removing dead skin cells from the surface . Exfoliating can make your skin brighter , and more youthful. It also helps prevent clogged pores & dry , flaky patches .

4️⃣ masking : using a skin mask on your skin have a variety of different uses . You can use a mask for hydration, oil control , skin texture, signs of aging , skin tone , and also simply just for relaxing yourself. Masking isn’t normally done every day unless you get a daily mask based on your skin needs.

5️⃣ treat: there are different types of treatments you can used based on skin concerns and needs. There are chemical treatments and more mechanical treatments such as ; microdermabrasion, laser treatments , photo facial treatments , microneedling, & Botox.

6️⃣ moisturizing: moisturizer is used to prevent water loss in the skin and boost the hydration in the skin. Moisturizing protects the skins barrier , defends against inflammation, builds and strengthens the skin, creates a protective barrier on top of the skin , and helps plumpen the skin .

7️⃣ eye care: eye care products are used to target skin concerns around the delicate skin on the eyes . Some concerns you may treat could be: dryness , puffiness, dark circles , fine lines , wrinkles , & milia.

8️⃣ sunscreen / protect: helps prevent your skin from harmful UV rays that could cause Sun cancer or premature aging.

9️⃣ lip care : exfoliate the lips and add your lip care or moisturizer.

The most common skin care routine is : cleanse , tone , moisturize , & apply sunscreen .. most people add in a exfoliator a few times a week.

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