Skin Care Products - What are the Best?
The Do’s of Choosing the Best Skin Care Products
When you are looking for the right skin care products, there are some important things you should be doing. Here’s a look at some of the do’s of skin care product selection.
- DO know what type of skin you have. You may have oily, dry, normal, combination, or sensitive skin. Some products work better for certain types of skin. So, don’t shop for these products without knowing your own skin type.
- DO be careful when products proclaim "miraculous" results. If it sounds like it’s "too good to be true" then more than likely it is. Go with reputable product lines that are effective, but beware of anyone making outrageous claims.
- DO come up with a skin routine. It’s important that products are used on a regular basis. So choose products that can be used in a daily routine.
The Don’ts of Choosing the Best Skin Care Products
Of course there are some things to avoid when choosing products for skin care as well. Here are some don’ts to keep in mind.
- DON’T forget to go for products that have sunscreen in them. It’s very important that you work to keep skin well protected from the sun, especially if you want to keep your skin looking young.
- DON’T purchase a product until you do some research on it. Take the time to read up on ingredients and consider product reviews as well.
- DON’T forget to talk to a skin care specialist. If you are not sure what products are best for you, asking a professional is a great idea.
Figuring Out Your Skin Type
As was previously mentioned, knowing your skin type is important so that you can pick out the right skin care products. However, you may be wondering how to figure out what kind of skin you have. Here’s a look at skin types and how to figure out which one you are.
- Normal Skin - Normal skin is not dry, not oily, and it feels supple and looks great. You’ll have a smooth and healthy looking complexion.
- Dry Skin - If you have dry skin, you’ll notice that there are no oily places on your face and it may feel tight and dry. Often dry skin is flaky as well.
- Oily Skin - Oily skin often looks shiny with the oil. Your pores may be enlarged and you may have problems with acne breakouts.
- Combination Skin - Your forehead and nose may be oily but you may notice that your cheeks are dry and tight.
- Sensitive Skin - Sensitive skin often feels dry as well, but it gets irritated and inflamed very easily. Often it gets areas that are itchy and red and will need extra special care.
Skin Care for Dry Skin
If you happen to have dry skin, your skin care will be a bit tricky. You want to cleanse without causing more drying and you’ll definitely want to pay attention to anti aging products, since dry skin is more prone to aging. Avoid a cleanser that has drying agents in it. Go with a moisturizing cleanser and a deep moisturizer for your face. For your body, you’ll want to go with a heavy moisturizer to keep skin well hydrated. Putting on a good moisturizer before applying makeup is another great tip.
Skin Care for Normal Skin
If you are looking for skin care products for normal skin, these are fairly easy to find. You want products that are mild and non greasy. A gently cleansing soap and a good moisturizer designed for normal skin is a great choice. If you want to tone up skin, a toning formula that is alcohol free is a great idea. For the rest of your body, a mild moisturizing lotion is a great idea right after your shower each day.
Skin Care for Oily Skin
Do you have oily skin? If so, then you definitely want to avoid skin care products that have any oil in them. Make sure you use moisturizers that are not greasy. A good toner is great for keeping your pores tight. If you want a face mask, go for one that will dry out oil and hydrate your face at the same time. You may need an acne treatment product as well. Just because you have oily skin though, don’t forget to moisturizer. Just make sure that the moisturizer for your face and your body is light.
Skin Care for Combination Skin
Choosing skin care products for combination skin can be a bit tricky. You want to get rid of the oil without over drying the rest of your skin. For areas that are oily, use cleansers that control oil and moisturizers that are not greasy. Then for the dry areas, make sure you moisturizer more frequently. There are available products that are specially designed for combination skin. These are great products to choose.
Skin Care for Sensitive Skin
With skin that is sensitive, it’s very important that you choose your skin care products carefully. Make sure that you use products that are hypoallergenic so that they don’t irritate the skin. Be very gentle on the skin when you are using the products as well. Don’t use harsh masks or peels on skin either, since these products will only irritate. Find a very gentle cleanser and a lotion that is very light and hypoallergenic as well.
Finally, knowing your skin type is very important to to helping you select the best skin care products for you. Remember, what works for your friend or one of those sexy celebrities pitching something on TV or a magazine may not work for you. You may have to try several different products before you find the right ones. To be honest this can be a bit costly. To help save money don’t be shy about asking your friends to try some of theirs. At the stores by small or travel size products to try them out. Or, better yet, one trend I noticed is the some companies are offering free trials or their products. Just go and google ’skin care free samples’ or ’skin care free trial’. Many also come with a 30 day money back guarentee. They bet on you not returning it, so don’t be shy about returning what does not work for you. In this economy we need to think and be smart.
I hope this guide has proved helpful, and feel free to comment below on what works and does not work for you.
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