SKIN CARE TIPS: ESENTIAL 4-STEPS ROUTINE FOR SKIN

CLEANSING represents an operation of great importance for the right upkeep of the skin. Cleansing must be carried out each evening and morning and every time new make-up is applied in daytime. The cleansing lotion used for cleansing, just like face creams, must be chosen considering the type of complexion. The right way to do it is to start with the cleansing of the lips, with circular moves, then cleansing of the eyes which require a cleansing lotion rich in emollients if it is the case of an obvious make-up. First the mascara is removed from the eye-lashes with a well moisturized swab and, after that, using other swabs the eye-lids will be softly cleansed with circular moves. For a deep cleansing, the cleansing lotion s evenly spread on the face and neck with soft upwards moves on the face and up-and-down moves on the neck.

The second step is TONING. Toning lotions are necessary even for dry complexions, as they stimulate the biologic functions of the skin and activate blood circulation, working simultaneously as a tonic on the facial muscles. Some specialists say the toner should be applied after using a nourishing cream, taking into consideration the astringent effect of the toner that might slow down the absorption of the cream.

After cleansing and toning the skin, it is necessary to nourish it.
THE NOURISHMENT of the skin is carried out by applying a nourishing night cream each evening. If it is a dry complexion, specialists recommend keeping the cream on during night, unlike a oily complexion to which a night cream is contraindicated.

To all these operations of hygiene is added the PROTECTION of the complexion. Usually, the moisturisers that protect the skin are applied mornings once the cleansing and toning of the skin are done. It is also recommended to apply a fine layer of powder, especially in case of a oily complexion, due to its absorptive and protective action.