Cleansers for Your Skin Type
Beauty products are vast in selection. Skin cleansers are probably the most important element of your skin care routine. Skin cleansers work by removing accumulated oil, debris and makeup off your skin. How do you know what kind of cleanser to use for your skin type? This article will break down which cleansers are best for: oily, dry, normal, and combination skin types.
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Oily Skin Types
If you have oily skin, your pores will appear larger. Typically, oily skin can be balanced with an acidic cleanser. Cleansers with glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) are great cleansers for balancing oily skin. Usually, with the regular use of makeup, it’s also recommended to use a peeling product or a scrubbing tool once or twice a week as needed.
Dry Skin Types
When your skin is dry, your pores will appear small. Dry skin is the most common type of skin. A cream or milky cleansers are the best recommendation for tight skin. Adding a moisturizing mask once a week will keep skin healthy and hydrated. Nano misters are great tools for a midday spritzer to add hydration during the day.
Normal Skin Types
Foam or gel cleanser are great for normal skin. This type of skin is the easiest to manage. When the skin starts to change due to weather or hormones, temporarily use the recommended products for oily or dry skin to rebalance back to normal skin.
Combination Skin Types
This type of skin is very common, making it hard to find balance with the right cleanser for your skin. If this is the case, use a normal skin cleanser for cleansing. Use blotting sheets or translucent powder throughout the day to balance the oily areas only.
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Holistic Approach
Choosing the right cleanser for your skin is only one step to a great skincare routine. The skin is often a reflection of our gut health. If your skin suddenly changes, reasonable causes are hormones, medication, weather or similar. Because of these changes, it is recommended to see a professional skin care specialist at least once a quarter. Similar to dentist visits, skin needs deep cleaning and rebalancing. Skin care professionals have advanced and medical grade products and tools that can give your skin a boost of nourishment or a deep clean so your skin can breathe. Facials are great for getting rid of stubborn or deep under the skin blemishes. Often allowing oil to surface, it is good if breakout occurs after a facial. Your pores are unclogged, getting rid of oil and bacteria under the skin.
Always remember, if you suspect your skin condition has a serious issue or health-related problem, you should consult your dermatologist the earliest possible.
Other Skin Care Products
Additional skin care products like scrubs, toners, and moisturizers should be selected based on your current skin type. For healthy skin, it’s important to continually encourage skin cell turnover, especially as we get older. As we mature and age, our skin cell turnover slows down significantly. When starting a new product, allow 90 days for your skin to react and settle down to the change. If after 90 days your skin is still reacting, select a different product. Changing products constantly can contribute to sudden breakouts or blemishes.
Keep an Eye on it
Whatever you decide, it’s important to remember that skin changes constantly and so will your skincare products. Once you find a good cleanser for your skin, stick with it. Until your skin changes or if the product is no longer effective. Consult with your trusted skin care professional if you need expert recommendations.
References
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
