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Skincare DIY: Start your skincare routine

Skin fun fact: similar to our snakes and other reptiles, human skin exfoliates every 28 days. Did you that your skin is the largest organ in your body and it helps in protecting you from irritants and allergens? Now you do. 

Coming back to our topic on how to start your skincare routine, you will be amazed at the myriad of DIY skincare routines available on the internet. They are so much that one could spend a lifetime reading all of them. If you are struggling to start your skincare routine and you are not sure where to get started, don’t fuss about it because we have got you covered.

First things first, what is a skincare routine?

Not to bore you with all the scientific jargon about taking care of your skin, you can think of a skincare routine as a guide to achieving that flawless skin you have always wanted. But it doesn’t end there. Skincare routine also includes making the right choice of skin products and the right order to apply them.

Before we go on to discuss the right steps for your daily skincare routine at home, let’s take a second to touch on the importance of facials and skincare. As the famous saying goes, your skincare routine is only as effective as the products you use. It’s not unusual to see people spend fortunes on different cosmetic products just to spot a smooth and spotless skin and yet run into a brick wall.

The lesson from such heart–wrenching experience is that your skincare routine is not always about how much you splash on skincare products. It’s about making the right choice skincare routine and sticking to what works for you — constantly changing your skincare products without knowledge of what you are doing will most likely cause more harm than good. Having mentioned that, here are the top reasons why you should consider the ordinary skincare routine.

Top reasons why you start your skincare routine

1. A good skincare routine helps to keep your skin in a good condition

As we mentioned earlier, humans also shed. Exfoliation is nature’s way of getting rid of dead skin cells and impurities to keep your skin looking bright and popping. Speaking of exfoliation, there are a couple of ways to go about it; you can opt for either a physical or chemical exfoliator. As their name implies, the physical exfoliator removes dead skin cells and impurities while its chemical counterpart uses a mild acid to dissolve (and remove) dead skin cells. Whichever exfoliator you opt for, always be careful not to overdo it — once or twice a week will do depending on your skin type. To be on the safe side, it is always best to research products before you commit to using them; better still, consult with a dermatologist for expert opinion.

2. Daily skincare routine will make your look youthful

As one progress with age, the skin starts to look dull and less radiant — and your skin starts to take longer to rejuvenate or regenerate dead cells. As such, making the right choice of skincare routine will help you get rid of those skin dead cells and make way for new ones that will make you look more youthful.

3. Prevention is cheaper and better than correction

The best way to save yourself from running from pillar to post; searching for skin products that may not be readily available is by preventing skin challenges from the word go. Most times, people who struggle to maintain their skins were once lackadaisical about an ordinary skincare routine and the products they use.

To save yourself the cost of regular visitation to dermatologists, you should try everything within your power to prevent skin problems. Prevention, they say, is cheaper compared to corrective procedures.

4. Daily skincare routine at home will boost your confidence

How do you feel when you are putting on your best dress or pulling up at events with your dream car? You are probably thinking “on top of the world”, ” accomplished” and “confident”. Yeah, that’s the word — confidence. Waking up to clear skin makes you feel better about yourself and boosts your self–confidence.

Having mentioned the importance of having a skincare routine, let’s shift our focus to the skincare methods you should have at your fingertips.

1. Cleanser

It is almost impossible to discuss daily skincare routine at home without talking about cleansers. You have probably crossed paths with the word “cleanser” while shopping or checking up products in cosmetic stores. But do you what type of cleanser suit your skin? If you fall in the “dry skin spectrum”, experts advise that you stick to cleansers that have no alcohol in them. For folks with oily skin, always opt for oil-free cleansers and rinse with warm water afterward.

2. Toner

As you may already know, the toner is a must-see on virtually every skincare routine (including DIY skin care routines at home). It helps the skin to restore nutrients while also helping to smoothen and calm your skin — toners should be used after washing your face.

3. Moisturizer

Similar to the toner, always remember to moisturize after washing your face. It doesn’t matter what type of skin you have, all you have to do is get an oil-free variant or gel product if you have oily skin.

4. Sunscreen

Stay away from direct sunlight; that is the basics of skincare routine 101. Thankfully, a good number of moisturizers now come with sunscreen already infused in them. However, it still helps to put on a separate sunscreen before stepping out of your house — even on a cloudy day. While you are out scouting for your sunscreen, keep an eye out for the products or brands that offer broad-spectrum protection with an SPF rating of at least 30.

Last but not least on the list is your exfoliators and serum. The former is optional and is best used after the cleanser. If you are adding an exfoliator to your skincare routine, ensure that you only use them before your moisturizers, and once or twice a week is okay. For those grappling with skin redness and other skin issues, you should consider adding a serum to your checklist.

Conclusion

While you are out scouting for skin care products, always research the brand and do well to ascertain the quality of the products. The last thing you want is to add the proverbial salt to injury and end up spending more money to correct skin damage caused by inferior quality products. The benefits of using quality skincare products include but are not limited to protection from pollution and other environmental hazards ( such as irritants and allergens). Going for quality products also saves you the stress and burden of throwing your money on ineffective products.

Of course, the list goes on. Other reasons why you should insist on quality products and brands for your skincare routine are: it helps to fight off the effect of aging on your skin and quality products ( which of course are made of quality ingredients) have fewer to no bacteria or impurities. As such, you won’t have reason to doubt your chances of improving your skin.