Our skin is our body\u2019s largest organ. It\u2019s not only our most important and prime line of defense against environmental factors, but also a defining attribute for beauty. Fresh and glowing skin is an indicator of good health and stamina. Yet many of us take our skin for granted. The difference between neglected and cherished skin can be huge, deeply influencing our life on a daily basis. With better understanding and a little bit of care, our skin can fulfill its basic functions without exhausting itself and stay healthy and fresh at the same time.<\/p>\n
Determine your skin type<\/strong> Make an effort<\/strong> Normal\/Combo Skin Care<\/strong> Dry Skin Care<\/strong> Oily Skin Care<\/strong> Sensitive Skin Care<\/strong> Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!<\/strong> Sun is your enemy,<\/strong> Our skin is our body\u2019s largest organ. It\u2019s not only our most important and prime line of defense against environmental factors, but also a defining attribute for beauty. Fresh and glowing skin is an indicator of good health and stamina. Yet many of us take our skin for granted. The difference between neglected and cherished […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":584,"featured_media":7008,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[94],"tags":[96,117,118,116,119],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6855"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/584"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6855"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6855\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7008"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6855"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6855"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eurekabodycareandspa.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6855"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nTo take care of your skin properly and get the most out of it, you\u2019ll need to know what type of skin you are dealing with in the first place. There are five main types:
\nDry skin: rough, cracked, scaly
\nOily skin: shiny, greasy, often with visible pores
\nCombination skin: the most common type of skin, a mix of oily (\u201cT\u201d zone) and dry (cheek area) skin
\nSensitive skin: makeup or other products may cause itching or burning
\nNormal skin: the opposite of sensitive, an unproblematic type with a clear appearance<\/p>\n
\nIt\u2019s tempting to do it the easy way and simply grab whatever soap is within reach. Don\u2019t. Once you know your skin type, the next step is to follow the correct routine for that type and use suitable products. As a general rule: be gentle, wash your face without applying too much pressure, and do not scrub. Make sure to use plenty of room-temperature water. The no-scrub rule also applies to drying off: use light pats or move your towel in a circular motion. This will not only help you avoid skin irritation but also sagging skin and wrinkles in the future.<\/p>\n
\nSince normal\/combo skin is most common, there are plenty of suitable products available, with a vast array of ingredients from which to choose. In terms of cleansers, there is no \u201cmagic bullet\u201d for everyone; you\u2019ll just have to try different products and determine which one works best for you. If your skin dries out or gets too shiny, switch to a new one!<\/p>\n
\nAvoid cleansers that contain alcohol, as this type of ingredient will make your skin even drier. Using hot water isn\u2019t advised either, since it can quickly strip the skin of its natural oils. Washing your face too often can also lead to dry skin. Exfoliating once a week will help remove flaky skin cells and smooth out your face.<\/p>\n
\nIf you struggle with oily skin, the thing you need the least is some more oil, so avoid using oily cleanser at all costs. After rinsing your face with plenty of room-temperature water, you might try using a toner to remove unwanted remaining oil and help shrink pores. Be careful, however, as this might irritate your skin to some degree.<\/p>\n
\nWhen choosing a cleanser for your sensitive skin, look for natural ingredients that have a calming effect (aloe, chamomile, and green tea extract are some of the most common ones). Avoid anything containing alcohol, soap, acid, or fragrance. Any irritation of the skin should be minimized, so be extra gentle when drying off your face: take your time and carefully press the towel against your skin\u2014no rubbing.<\/p>\n
\nThere is a widespread notion that young skin or oily skin doesn\u2019t need moisturizing. Wrong! Moisturizing is a must if you want to keep your skin fresh, no matter your skin type. To maximize its benefits, apply the moisturizer of your choice when skin is still damp from washing. This way, the product is readily absorbed into pores. In case of acne or oily skin, go for oil-free moisturizer.<\/p>\n
\n Sunscreen is your best friend<\/strong>
\nSun exposure is one of the main environmental causes for a number of skin problems. Over time it causes heavy pigmentation and wrinkles. Even 15-minute stints can cause some irreversible damage. All this can be avoided by regularly using sunscreen. The safest bet is a sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays with an SPF of at least 30. Reapply it every two hours, even if it\u2019s cloudy. The fact that you can\u2019t see the sun doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s not affecting your body.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"