EGA Age Defiance

Facials masks are aplenty out there in the market. Not everyone can use everything. Hence, how would you sift through these and find the right match for your skin? The type of mask your face requires depends upon a lot of factors. Your choice of facial mask will depend on your skin type as well as your age. Skin types are many and can be classified into these few; oily, normal, combination and dry.

Oily skin has a lot of limitations. This is so especially because oily skin is prone to breakouts and clogging of pores. Lack of radiance is another limitation associated with oily skin if not taken care of properly. Therefore, oily skin needs a lot of pampering. And what best way than a clay based face mask! Clay mask helps in unclogging pores by going deep into the pores. Applying clay face mask once a while would give oily skin a boost in terms of exfoliation, deep cleansing and radiance. The mineral properties of clay are well suited for oily skin.

Combination skin is a little tricky. Users with combination skin would need to try out different masks to suit their needs. Also, users would need to know what to apply on which part of the face. The best facial mask for this skin type is also clay based face mask. If oily skin can be safe with clay based facial mask, combination skin could not go wrong there. However, if the clay based facial mask does not suit the user, the user would need to change and experiment with different facial masks.

Normal skin type is a blessing. This skin type has very little problems associated with it if there is any. Therefore, mostly many masks type would suit this skin type. A good boost in radiance would add much value to a face with normal skin. Hence, normal skin type users should go for the radiance boosting and firming facial masks available in the market. The facial mask normal skin user can use can come in the form of gel, cream, peel-off or even wraps.

Then there are user with dry skin type. These users need a boost in moisture. Therefore, users with dry skin need to find facial masks that have moisturizing properties. Also, uses with dry skin should stay away from the exfoliating type of facial masks. This would make their skin more prone to dryness and would cause peeling.

Age type is another factor I mentioned that needs to be taken care of. No matter what you skin type, if you are above the age 30, you would need to go for the facial masks that have firming properties. This is especially so because, as you age, your skin starts to sag. This could be prevented if you give your face regular face lifts and take care of your face.

 

Our hands are not an exception when it comes to ageing. Just like the other parts of our body, our hands require our utmost care and attention. Believe it or not, we use our hands every second of the day which put our hands under a lot of stress. A lot of stress would start reflecting on your hands and the ageing process would kick in sooner if you do not steer towards proper care and nutrition for your hands.

As much damage we do to our hands, it is vital that we care for them twice as much. There are lots of things we can do to make sure our hands are as young as the rest of our body or even younger.

Firstly, use hand cream throughout the day and at night. Moisturizing, just as it for facial, is important for the elasticity and suppleness of your hands. Providing constant hydration will help your hands to constantly replace the loss of moisture.

UV rays do a lot of damage to our body. Our hands are not an exception. Constant exposure and lack of care could lead to dehydration, pigmentation and cause ageing faster than we ourselves age. There we need to ensure that whatever damage we do, we are providing the solutions as well. Invest in a good sunscreen. More often than not, your hand lotion would contain the required amount of SPF. Read the labels and if you are sure you are not getting enough protection, opt for a sunscreen instead.

Also, take care when using chemicals. Use gloves when handling. This would ensure that your hands are safe from harmful substances. Also, notice the harshness of your soap. Your hands as well your entire body need mild care. Therefore, switch to a soap or body wash that is mild and soft on skin.

It is also essential that we pay good attention in caring for our nails and cuticles. Do not use nails to open tins or for scratching. This will cause your nail to break, become brittle and look uncared for. Also, take care that you clean your fingernails after using nail extensions or nail polish. If you are not careful, you will get ingrown nails and even fungus growing underneath.

Watch your diet. As you would notice, our general well being will ensure that our different parts of our body are well taken care for. Our body knows what to provide where and therefore, your hands will get the nourishment it needs. Include good amount of proteins so that you will have good looking and healthy nails.

Apart from all the caring from your side, invest in a good manicure treatment every 2 weeks. Also, make sure you are visiting a professional who is certified to do the work. Otherwise, it could end up in more damage than good.

As a last resort, seek help from doctor or dermatologist for the latest and effective treatment in reversing the ageing process for hands. The treatments could cost more depending on the damage your hand has faced. This would be unnecessary if you start taking care of your hands as soon as possible. 

Author : Wahidabi Sulaiman
 

There are 3 essential elixirs for your face, namely, cleanser, toner and moisturizer. Without any of these, your facial is incomplete, especially so if you are wearing make-up. Most of us have a clear idea on what a cleanser and a moisturizer is used for. However, many do not have the slightest clue how important a facial toner is!

As such, what is the use of a toner? Many people think that cleanser and moisturizer is enough for their skin. However, they are ignorant about the fundamental usage of a toner. They do not understand that toner is very much essential even more than a cleanser if you are not wearing any make up.

So, what does a toner do to your skin? Toner has 5 main properties. Firstly, it helps to clear away any left over traces of makeup or impurities after you cleanse. Secondly, it balances your skin PH. Thirdly, it does what its name suggests; tone. Fourthly, it diminishes the appearance of pores. And finally, it helps in preparing the facial skin in accepting the moisturizer. Let me explain how this is all done by the toner.

A cleanser is a vital thing to have for your daily facial if you wear make-up. It helps to clear the makeup of the makeup and clean you skin. However, due to pores and other factor, the skin may not be expelling all the makeup contents, hence, the need for a toner. Toner can be used by just splashing on to your skin or by using cotton swabs. If you use cotton swabs, you will notice the excess dirt that comes out of your skin. If you see this even after first round of toning, you need to change your cleanser. This is so because your cleanser is not properly helping to clear the makeup.

Toner helps to balance your skin PH level. As we all know, the water we use to wash our face is rich in fluoride, chlorine and other chemicals that are used to treat the water so that it would be safe for human skin. However, the PH level of this water tends to skew towards the higher side, while your facial skin needs a balanced PH. Normally, the skin normalizes the PH and balances the skin PH in around 30-40 minutes. However, your toner helps you to set the PH in balance instantly. You will be able to experience this a you would feel much fresher and cool after you apply your toner and pat it dry with your fingertips.

Toner helps to tone your face. It does this by making your skin supple and tight, preventing your skin from sagging.

Next, toner helps in diminishing the pores. Pores are natural and will not go away as our skin is constantly in connection with a lot of free radicals in our environment. Pores can be enlarged by using wrong products on our face, improper cleaning, environmental factors such as pollution and lifestyle factors such as stress. What a toner does is clean deeper into the pores so as to unclog the impurities from deep within. This makes sure that your skin is free of dirt.

Overtime, as your skin tightens, your pores will start to diminish and appear less obvious.

Finally, toner helps in preparing the skin to accept moisturizer. Moisturizers are rich and help to keep our skin hydrated for a long period of time. However, if a facial toner is not used, the pores are not properly unclogged and any other products that you apply will only push the impurities further into your skin. This would mean enlarged pores and even result in acne and pimples. Hence, the cooling and cleansing properties of a toner helps your skin to readily accept the moisturizer. You will notice a increase in your skin's absorption of moisturizer after you apply your toner.

Your skin type will determine which cleanser, toner and moisturizer to use. Therefore, be sure to check with the beauty consultant at the respective retails outlets where you buy your facial items and the contents

Author : Wahidabi Sulaiman
 

Skin treatment and Moisturizer

After toning, apply your pore correcting serum or acne cream and your other treatments. Follow this with your face moisturizer. In the day, apply your day cream moisturizer and at night, apply your night repair moisturizer. Work it in with your middle and index finger from your chin upwards, followed by your neck area. 

Always finish off with your eye. Pat in your eye moisturizer for day or night with your index finger. Never use your face moisturizer for your eye. Eye area is delicate and your face moisturizer is far too intensive for your eye area. Therefore, use moisturizers that are specifically made for your eye.

Take time out to maintain your skin in its healthy state. Your efforts will pay off when you have a beautiful vibrant skin in your older years and when everyone will envy you for it. If you are unable to do everything mentioned here everyday, at least take the time out to cleanse, tone and moisturize. As for the eye area, get plenty of rest and sleep. Also, drink lots of water to keep your skin hydrated.

With this, our Oily Skin Care Routine Series comes to an end. I hope this 5 part series has been of great help to you. And, I hope that your acne woes be over as soon as possible. Always remember to take good care of your skin.

Author : Wahidabi Sulaiman
 

Eye Treatment

Otherwise, do your eye treatment. Pat your eye serum around your eyes with your index finger and continue to do so till it is completely absorbed into your skin. Index finger applies very little pressure on the delicate eye area. Hence, it is preferred to use index finger to massage eye area.

Follow with your eye mask. Eye masks need to be left alone to settle and rejuvenate your eye area. Hence, relax while your face and eye masks are doing their job.

Usually the settling period is around 15 minutes. After which, gently wipe, peel off the make or rinse accordingly. Apply your face serum. Usually serum will be absorbed very quickly into your skin. 

Toner

If the face mask has toning properties, you need not follow the next step. To ensure, read your product label. Otherwise, follow up with a toner. Toner is very important in your skin care routine. You can read more about it on “Benefits of using a facial toner” article. 

Oily Skin Care Routine : Part 5 (Final)

 

Face Mask or Face Scrub

Follow cleansing with a face mask. Note that face masks should be used only once a week or twice, depending on your skin condition. For oily skin, be sure to use a face mask which unclogs pores and deep clean your skin. Peel off mask is great for oily skin. Depending on your skin condition and taste, choose the one that you deem best. For more info, you can read “How to choose the best facial mask for your skin.”

This step can be used for scrubbing instead of applying face mask. Scrubbing should also be done once or twice a week, depending on your skin condition. Scrubbing helps to get rid of dead skin cells (exfoliate) and make your face glow. Therefore, alternate between scrub and facial mask in your skin care routine.

If you are scrubbing, ensure you rinse your face before doing your eye treatment. Leaving the facial scrub is not recommended while you do your eye treatment as your skin will tend to get too dry.

Oily Skin Care Routine : Part 4

 

Great skin is a result of constant care. Also, the products you use on your body plays a part in the outcome of the result. Skin Care can be divided into a few categories. Namely, facial, manicure, pedicure, scalp and on whole, body.

For a great facial, you will need the following. A cleanser, toner, moisturizer. Before embarking on a facial regime, make sure you identify your skin type. This will largely determine what product you can and should use. If you use products that do not match your skin type, the results can be bad such as increase in acne or pimples and rashes. Therefore, determine you skin type first. After which, decide on the product. Oily skin needs a foaming cleanser as it will help to reduce sebum production and also unclog pores that would increase the occurrence of pimples and acne. Normal, dry and combination skin can do with non-foam based cleanser which can be wiped off easily.

Applying toner is the next item you would need after cleansing. It is essential that you make sure your face is ready to accept moisturizer. Toner does precisely that. As you pat your toner, your skin wakes up and gets ready receive treatment. Also, you would notice that after you apply your toner, you skin would feel tighter and cared for.

Moisturizer comes next. This could be in the form of day cream as well. Always moisturize your face as this would ensure that the ageing process is delayed. Your face gets the hydration it requires so that it does not feel the lack of moisture. Moisture content in your face can be due to various reasons. Factors such as stress and pollution could deprive your face of moisture. Also, check if your moisturizer contains SPF 15 or above. Otherwise, you would need to apply your sunblock for protection. At night, replace the moisturizer with a good night cream. Night time is the best time to treat your skin. This is so because, you are in a relaxed mode and thus, your skin is more ready to accept the treatment it receives.

Next, invest in a good eye cream. This would help reduce puffy eyes and the panda eyes. Also, take care of your lips by applying balm. If they are chapped or dry, apply everyday. Otherwise, make it a point to apply it every other day. This will keep your lips rosy and healthy.

Manicure an pedicure is essential in keeping your nails, hand and legs in great condition. You will need a good clipper, nail buffer and polish. All you need to do is observe when you go for your manicure and pedicure at a professional outlet. Ask them what products they use on you and then replicate it at home. Also, invest in a good moisture Rich hand and feet lotion or cream. This would ensure that your skin feels smooth and cared for everyday.

Body care is another aspect of skin care. You will be able to find many body lotion in your retail outlets that you can use in shower itself that will keep your body feeling fresh and moisturized. Also, there are lotions that you can use after batch which stays on for a longer period of time. However, for areas that you are not able to reach, in-shower care would be good enough.

Scalp is also part of our skin. Good care of scalp would include a good shampoo and conditioner. For extra care, you will be able find day/night lotion which would be a leave-on serum. This locks in moisture and keeps your hair bouncy and shiny on top of keeping you scalp healthy and free of dandruff.

Skin care tools are plenty. However, finding the right match for your skin would take some time. Therefore, make sure you invest in your skin care routine and stick to them to ensure that your skin is always in the pink of health.

Author : Wahidabi Sulaiman
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