Morning versus evening: Routines and habits for which your skin will be grateful
Good skin is not just a matter of DNA - your daily habits actually have a big impact on what you see in the mirror. While there are countless different opinions on which routine to apply, download and get used to, here is what you need to keep in mind.
Skin care is something that is needed 24/7 every day of the year, so it goes without saying that every part of the day requires a different approach. Makeup, sunshine, time to rest and soak up the products - there are many factors to consider, but no matter how individually you approach the routine you create for yourself, there are a few constants you can start from - and remember as such.
What is the difference between a morning and evening routine?
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Morning skin care routine
From missed alarms to keys that you do not know where they are, there are endless obstacles that can appear every morning and disrupt your timing. For this reason, concentrate on creating a manageable routine.
Mornings are not a relaxing time to take care of yourself, so it must be simple and sustainable. Focus on protecting your skin from environmental factors such as pollution and UV rays.
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A sensible skin care regimen should include antioxidants such as vitamin C serum, moisturizer, sunscreen and eye cream that is right for your skin type. This will take literally 20 seconds and will protect your skin throughout the day.
And, no, sunscreen just won't cut it. A stand-alone sunscreen is such an important part of your skin care regimen. The protection powder is better than the one without, but it should be used together with a separate "SPF". There are so many protection formulations available now that it is really outdated to say that they are all heavy, sticky and smelly. Find someone who works for you. It is a worthwhile and one-time endeavor.
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Humidity is everything
You may be wondering if it is excessive or necessary to use products that are specific to a particular area, but professionals emphasize the daily use of eye cream. The skin on your eyelids is quite thin compared to the rest of your face, and tends to dry out quickly and wrinkle sooner.
For proper hydration that will smooth and soften the outer layer of your skin, it is recommended to use an eye cream with a softening texture. Focus on the ingredients when choosing a product.
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Do you need humidity? Try an eye cream with hyaluronic acid.
Want to rejuvenate the skin around the eyes? Find one with peptides.
Plus, try the following brilliant strategy: move and store your morning care products at hand, perhaps directly on the dresser in the bedroom instead of the bathroom. So when you enter your room to get dressed, you can easily use them.
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To clean or not to clean?
That's the morning question of skin preparation. We vote for the first. When your body is rested at night, your skin releases impurities, so you do not want to start your day with everything left on your face or apply a healthy skin care or makeup routine.
Choose a cleanser that suits your skin type.
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In general, gels work best for oily skin, while creams are ideal for dry skin. Now, try the no-cleaner option, just add water.
If you want a shortcut, use a textured cleaning cloth or a sponge. It is soft and gentle and ideal for someone who deals with excessive cleaning and drying.
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Evening skin care routine
For many of us, the evening is the only time available to truly indulge in skin care. The night ritual is just your self-care skin ritual, when you have a little more time for yourself and you can insert a step and product plus.
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Instead of looking at the clock, use every opportunity that may come your way. You do not have to wait just before bed to do your routine. As soon as you get home without the intention of going out again, do your evening routine, which is best while you still have energy. If you start watching TV and fall asleep on the couch, you will not want to do the whole routine and you will end up directly in bed. Once you get home and change into something more comfortable, do it right away.
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Her Majesty - the sleeping mask
With a long dream of beauty in front of you, choose products that are specifically designed to heal the epidermis while at rest. This is the time for serums and moisturizers that will establish a natural barrier, which are heavier or have a texture that may not be suitable for daily use or are compatible with makeup.
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In addition to night creams, sleeping masks (made to soak in and leave overnight) can round out the list of bedside beauty companions. Popular in Asian skin care and becoming more widely available, they deal with problems such as hydration, exfoliation, lightening and firming.
Sleeping masks are a great way to get good treatment ingredients into your skin. They tend to be a little more concentrated than in ordinary masks. And always apply excess night products on the neck, chest and even the back of the arms.
Do you have trouble falling asleep? These sleep-inducing products are worth adding to your skin care routine.
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Shine to bed
When the sun goes down it is time to concentrate on skin care with active ingredients. Before going to bed, it is time to use more serious products or products oriented to a thorough treatment - those that have corrective ingredients and can make you more sensitive to UV rays.
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To maintain healthy skin with a fresh glow, the focus is on exfoliation and hydration, and it is a rotating system. For example, an AHA pad or retinol serum overnight and a moisturizing sleeping mask the next night may be used interchangeably.
Retinol and other vitamin A derivatives also make the cut for the most important ingredients overnight. Many forms are not photostable, so it is best to use them overnight to have seven to nine hours to act, work, and not risk being degraded by UV light during the day.
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