Five Basic Steps To Good Skin

These five steps are a simple routine that anyone can do to supplement regular visits to Remedy Skin Care Center. Learn now to protect your skin on a daily basis. Don’t wait until you’re older, wishing that you had taken better care of your skin. (Please note, if you are on strict instructions from your doctor to only use his or her products, then you must do so.)

1. The first step is to cleanse. Always wash your face first thing in the morning and in the evening before bedtime. When you wash your face with a facial cleanser, you must cleanse twice. The first cleansing is to remove any makeup or debris that gets on the face. The second is to get deep down into the pores (follicles) and remove dirt that may be present.
2. Next, apply a toner (if applicable for your skin type.) Use a cotton ball to apply it, or you can spray it onto the face.
3. The next step is to exfoliate. You can do a basic exfoliation by applying a scrub to your face. Make sure that your face is slightly wet when applying the scrub. Gently massage all over the face, neck, and chest. Don't scrub too hard on the face because you could damage the skin. Rinse well with water using your fingers, washcloth, or a sponge.
4. The next step is to moisturize your skin. When you wash your face, you strip some of your natural moisturizer that is always on your skin, so you need to replace the moisture by adding a “face lotion”. You should always use an appropriate moisturizer for your face and body. Never use a body moisturizer on the face, because it is too thick and heavy for the skin on your face. It will clog the pores. Use a lightweight “oil free” moisturizer on your face to prevent from breaking out. Always apply the moisturizer on the face and neck lightly. Do not add too much product. If the moisturizer is not enough moisture, then use a richer face cream.
5. For daytime use only, apply a sunscreen on top of your moisturizer. If your skin is oily, then use your sunscreen as your moisturizer. Most sunscreens available today are formulated to hydrate the skin.