Complete Facial Care at Home: Easier than EVER!
A comprehensive facial is a function of many factors. In order to achieve a youthful result... and even from the comfort and with the facilities of our home (without constant visits to dermatologists and beauty centers), it is necessary to support at the same time: A proper routine, the appropriate cleanser, proper guidance and the willto get a renewed skin! Let's see everything in detail...
What are the Steps of a Facial at Home
Face Cleansing at Home
Facial cleansing is a necessary procedure that removes dirt, make-up and excess oil from the skin. It's a step that helps prevent acne and irritation while aiding natural cell renewal. The texture is improved, while the absorption of care products is also better.
The final mission of cleansing is to strengthen the skin's own natural protection.
Let's see in detail the steps for an effective facial cleansing at home:
Step 1: Preparation for facial cleansing
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Start by washing your hands with soap to remove bacteria.
Step 2: Remove Makeup (if any)
Step 3: Cleaning
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Moisturize your face with lukewarm water, which will help open the pores.
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Apply the cleanser in gentle circular motions all over the face. Avoid the eye area...
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Rinse well with lukewarm water and dry gently with a clean towel.
For reinforcement, you can also use some very effective mild products. There are many facial cleansers, from gentler ones for sensitive skin to strong ones for deep cleansing (common on oily skin).
Recommended for facial cleansing at home:
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Exfoliants: Products with microbeads or chemical exfoliants provide improved texture. Look for exfoliants that contain hyaluronic acid or aloe for hydration.
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Mud or clay masks: These masks help in deep cleansing and removal of impurities. They tone the skin and reduce oiliness.
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Acid cleansers: Ingredients like salicylic acid in cleansers can help remove dead cells and impurities.
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Cleansers waters: These are special face cleansing waters, which remove make-up and impurities without the need for rinsing.
Facial Moisturizing at Home
Step 1: Cleaning
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First on the list is facial cleansing, based on the related suggestions we made above.
Step 2: Apply Moisturizer
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After cleansing your face, gently pat dry with a towel.
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Apply the moisturizer to the face and neck. Choose a cream that suits the needs of your skin (moisturizing, antiaging, for sensitive skin etc.
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Apply the cream with gentle movements outwards, avoiding the eye area.
Step 3: Apply Eye Cream (optional)
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If you have an eye cream, apply it gently around the eye area using your thumb or forefinger.
Step 4: Apply Day Cream (morning) or Night Cream (evening)
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Depending on when you do the treatment, apply a day cream with an SPF filter in the morning, or a night cream before going to bed. The night cream specifically helps the skin regenerate and renew itself while you sleep.
What to pay attention to when cleaning the face at home
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Skin Type: Choose cleansing and care products that are suitable for your skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive, etc.).
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Frequency: Ideally, facial cleansing should be done morning and night for optimal results... If your skin is sensitive, it may be better to cleanse only at night.
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Application motions: Use gentle circular motions when applying cleaning products. Avoid pulling or rubbing the skin and apply the product smoothly.
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Drying: After cleansing, dry the face with a towel, avoiding rubbing.
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Eyes: Use an antiseptic makeup remover to remove makeup from the eyes, avoiding touching the delicate eye area.
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Exfoliation: If you choose to exfoliate, do not attempt it too often as it can cause irritation.
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Sensitivity: If you have sensitive skin, choose products with gentle ingredients and avoid products with strong fragrances.
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Surrounding areas: Don't forget to clean other areas like the neck and décolleté.
Cleansing with natural face masks
Comprehensive facial care at home can of course also be done with various alternatives, such as a natural face mask with herbal ingredients.
Face masks are an effective tool for cleansing the skin and deeply moisturizing it. Depending on your needs, you can apply a face mask 1-3 times a week. Facial masks offer deep cleansing and exfoliation, help remove impurities and excess oil, while providing nourishment and hydration.
Which face mask should I choose based on my needs? We will help you with this below...
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Clay and Lemon Mask (For Deep Cleansing): A mixture of clay and lemon juice can go deep, helping to clean pores and remove dead cells.
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Honey and Aloe Face Mask (For Hydration): The blend of honey and herbal aloe is a great choice for hydration that provides natural radiance and nourishment.
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Honey and Oats Mask (For Hydration):
Mix honey and oats together, add warm water to make a paste. Apply to the face and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
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Mask with oats and yogurt (For Soothing Action): The mixture of oats and yogurt has a healing effect, leaving the skin soft.
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Facial Mask with Cocoa and Honey (For Antioxidant Action): A mask with a mixture of cocoa and honey can provide antioxidant action, helping to rejuvenate the skin.
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Yogurt and Black Flower Mask (For Cleansing): The blend of yogurt and black flower extract is great for deep pore cleansing and removing impurities.
Can facial peeling be done at home?
Facial exfoliation is a process that helps to remove the remaining dead skin cells, thereby enhancing the health and appearance of the skin.
There are many home exfoliation products that are safe and effective when used properly. Whether it is chemical exfoliation with safe acids or natural ones based on ingredients such as sugars or salt, the right technique and the choice of the right products can give you the desired results without the need to visit a beauty center.
What exfoliating products can I use?
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Exfoliating Creams or Gels: Look for products that contain natural exfoliating ingredients such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids or fruits such as papaya.
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Exfoliating Products with Enzymes:Some exfoliating products use natural enzymes to remove dead cells.
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Apoleptics Scrubs: There are products with natural particles (such as sugar or coffee) that when they come into contact with the skin, they carry away everything that is dead and dry in your skin.
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Exfoliating Products with Cleansing Acids: Some products help exfoliate and renew the skin with specific acids.
Always look for formulations that are suitable for your skin type and condition!
Disclaimer :)
The information in the article should not be used to diagnose or treat skin-related health problems, and those seeking medical advice should always consult a licensed physician or pharmacist.