Skin Beauty: 10 Mistakes to Avoid
The skin's surface is protected by a natural, protective hydrolipidic film that regulates hydration and fights against microbial aggression. This skin barrier must be preserved to keep skin healthy and beautiful. Washing, makeup, bad habits... Discover 10 mistakes you may be making without realizing that your skin is suffering.
Habits to banish…
Wash your face with soap and water
Soap strips and dries. It has a higher pH than skin and disrupts its natural acidity. Repeated washing with soap destroys the skin's natural protective barrier and makes it more fragile. Tap water, which contains limescale, also attacks and weakens the skin, promoting redness and pimples.
Change your skincare routine regularly
Do you like to try out the latest trendy products? Do you jump on the latest miracle cream or the new ultra-effective and fast makeup remover? Know that the skin needs time to get used to the active ingredients contained in facial care products and be able to reap all their benefits. Changing products too frequently can destabilize the balance of your skin. It is better to take the time to choose treatments truly adapted to the needs of your skin and, why not, tailor-made treatments .
Going to bed without removing your makeup
Laziness, overwork... when you skip the makeup removal step, you go to bed with skin "asphyxiated" by oils and pollutants that generate oxidation. The skin becomes dehydrated, more sensitive, the complexion dulls and skin aging is accelerated. One night without cleansing can age the skin by 15 days, so that's enough to motivate you to remove your makeup!
Applying a treatment without removing makeup
Even worse! If you apply a night cream without removing your makeup, the accumulation of impurities and oils from the makeup on the surface of the skin forms a barrier that prevents the penetration of the treatment and its active ingredients, limiting their effectiveness and accentuating the asphyxiation effect.
Use makeup remover wipes
Although practical, makeup remover wipes have an exfoliating action due to their composition. Used daily, they attack the skin and weaken it. Choose a makeup remover product suited to your skin type: a gentle milk , an antibacterial rinse-off foam , or a makeup remover jelly for a fresh feeling.
Wash your face in the shower
Hot water on the face dilates blood vessels and can accentuate redness, especially for sensitive skin. If you insist on rinsing your skin after cleansing or removing makeup, opt for cold water, which tightens pores, stimulates blood circulation, and brightens your complexion.
…and other bad habits.
Touching your face
On the street, on the subway, at work... We touch our faces all day long, often without even realizing it! Germs and bacteria on our hands migrate to our facial skin and promote the appearance of pimples.
Pop the buttons
Stress, hormonal fluctuations... unsightly little spots appear and we are sometimes tempted to pop them in the hope of making them disappear more quickly... which is ineffective, causes inflammation and, in the long term, ugly scars.
Exposing yourself to the sun without protection
Strolling around town, playing sports outdoors, having lunch on a terrace... even without going to the beach, we expose our skin to the sun, sometimes for prolonged periods, without thinking about protecting it. UV rays are the main factor in premature skin aging and cause the appearance of spots, sagging skin, or, more seriously, cases of cancer. SPF 50 sunscreen won't prevent you from tanning, but it will protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV rays.
Make up
Makeup, especially foundation, can suffocate the skin. Choose fluid textures and silicone-free formulations, avoid applying multiple layers, and when possible, let your skin breathe during a makeup-free day. If you use makeup brushes, be sure to wash them frequently to keep the bristles soft (and therefore less harsh) and ensure perfect hygiene.
Little extras for healthy skin
Cosmetic treatments aren't always enough to achieve perfect skin! Diet, sleep, and exercise also play a vital role in maintaining youthful skin. Saturated fatty acids in cold cuts, pastries, and other prepared foods can promote acne. Choose fruits, dried fruits, raw vegetables, and green tea, which are good for your complexion. Fish such as salmon and mackerel are rich in Omega-3, a fatty acid that helps strengthen cell membranes and fight inflammation. Finally, alcohol consumption can lead to premature aging of the skin and worsen certain problems such as redness, acne, and dehydration, which is responsible for the formation of fine lines.
