~ 15 skincare mistakes to avoid for perfect skin ~

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15 skincare mistakes to avoid for perfect skin

Every girl wants to be beautiful. Makeup helps to accentuate the best in our appearance as well as hide some imperfections. First and foremost, having healthy and clear skin is important to look beautiful. We’re ready to do everything and anything to keep the beauty and youth of our face. But is it all good for our skin?

We decided to find out the skincare mistakes that we make and how to avoid them.



Choosing the wrong products



The most important thing in our skincare routine is choosing the right skincare products. First, they should suit our skin type. Second, they should be chosen according to our age. The wrong products can harm our skin. A cosmetologist can help you make the right choice if you have any doubts. When you’ve picked the right products, don’t experiment. If you change your skincare products too often, it’ll cause skin problems.

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Not using sunscreen



Cosmetologists recommend choosing face creams that have an SPF of 15 or higher even if you don’t spend much time in the sun. Women who have light and sensitive skin should apply such creams constantly. This will reduce the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation and will help to prevent wrinkles and liver spots. During holidays in hot countries, you should choose a face cream with an SPF of 30 or higher.

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Drying out oily skin



Using products with drying ingredients like sulfates and alcohol or washing the face too much is a common mistake. In fact, because of this the skin starts to produce more oil. It becomes dehydrated and starts peeling. It may be surprising, but cosmetologists advise the use of natural oils like grape seed oil and jojoba oil to balance the skin.

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Applying cream to wet skin



Some mistakenly believe that if you apply face cream immediately after washing your face it will help to keep the skin hydrated. This is actually a myth. It’s better to slightly towel off your face, use tonic, let it soak, and then apply a moisturizer to dry skin. The right face cream and tonic will provide sufficient hydration without water.

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Using products that are too foamy



It’s better not to use a face wash that gets too foamy. This means that in the cleanser there are some ingredients that are harmful to the skin. Therefore, you should use cleansers that create less bubbles. For dry and sensitive skin use cleansing milk or micellar water. Gentle foam cleansers are good for oily skin.

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Washing the face with water that is too hot or too cold



Water that is too hot or too cold is no good for your skin. Wash your face with slightly warm water. It will cleanse your face perfectly and won’t harm your skin.

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Applying too much face powder



Many girls tend to over-powder their faces when the weather is hot. Yes, face powder prevents you from looking too shiny, but it also clogs the pores. Too much powder only harms your skin. It’s better to use blotting papers, because they instantly soak up excess oil and remove shine from the face.

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Ignoring the skin around the eyes



The skin around the eyes is very delicate and requires special care. It’s necessary to use special creams for this area. Gently massage such a cream onto the area all the way around your eye, starting at the outer corner. One important rule: apply the cream to the bone that surrounds your eye, not to the eyelid.

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Forgetting about the lips



Dry and peeling lips are not a good thing at all. Don’t forget to incorporate moisturizing your lips with a lip balm into your skincare routine.

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Sleeping with the face pressed against a pillow



Many of us prefer sleeping on our side or on our stomach so that our face is pressed against a pillow. But it’s not very good for our skin, as this can cause wrinkles. The optimal position for sleeping is on the back. Thus, we’ll avoid sleep wrinkles, and the skin will breathe better.

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Applying face cream the wrong way



It’s important to gently massage the cream into your skin following the massage lines. This will make the skin less stretched. Massage lines run from the center to the edges of the face.

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Not changing pillowcases frequently enough



Cosmetologists recommend changing your pillowcases every few days. Using the same bedding for too long means you’re sleeping in a buildup of oil and sweat. This causes breakouts on your face, especially if you have oily or problematic skin.

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Not using a toner



After you’ve washed your face with water, it’s essential to use a toner before applying a moisturizer. It removes excess oils, shrinks pores, and helps the cream to penetrate deep into the skin layers.

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Touching our face too often



Try not to touch your skin or rest your chin on your hand when using public transport, in the street, or at work. You may risk transferring bacteria from your dirty hands onto your face.

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Eating junk food and not drinking enough water



Eating fatty foods, too many pastries, and sweet foods is really bad for our skin. Cosmetologists say that in order to have healthy skin we should eat more vegetables, fresh fruit, and replace sodas with clean water.

Getting enough B vitamins in our diet is essential for having healthy skin. Therefore, it’s better to include asparagus, apples, carrots, and liver into our meals. Eating food that contains zinc is important as well. Eggs, seafood, seeds, and nuts have good levels of zinc.