Summer Skincare routine: 5 New Ultimate Rules!
We all know the "basic" rules of our skincare routine - cleanse, hydrate and protect - but, with the cosmetics industry constantly evolving, there are new products and innovative techniques discovered almost everyday. For this reason, we have put together 5 of the most important skincare rules to keep in mind in order to get a bright, healthy and beautiful complexion every day!
1. FACIALS AND TREATMENTS ARE ESSENTIAL IN OUR SKINCARE ROUTINE
Massaging the skin helps stimulate blood flow, tone the muscles and improve the absorption of the product that is being used. Massages also stimulate the lymphatic system which removes toxins from the body - when the skin is swollen and dull, lymphatic massages can really help by bringing oxygen and nutrients to the skin.
2. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EACH PRODUCT'S ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Active ingredients are the most important element of an effective beauty routine. In fact, it has been shown that these have the ability to stimulate the skin for concrete results. Build your routine around them and you will see the difference after a few weeks. Retinol or vitamin A, for example, help increase cell turnover and the skin's ability to produce collagen - leading to smoother and firmer skin. Vitamin C, on the other hand, helps uniform the complexion and plump up the skin. It is an ideal active principle for skins that suffer from hyper-pigmentation or opacity.
3. FOR AN EFFECTIVE SKINCARE ROUTINE, LEARN THE CORRECT ORDER OF EACH PRODUCT
It is clear that the more active ingredients you use, the better your skin will look. However, it is very important that these are applied in the correct order, otherwise you could waste a valuable product. Before applying any skincare treatment, both in the morning and in the evening, it is essential to clean your skin. After cleansing the face, it is important to apply products from the lightest to the heaviest. So start with your most water-like products, such as essences, and then apply your serum. Give it a few minutes to be completely absorbed by the skin and then apply a moisturiser to nourish the skin.
4. FIND THE TIME FOR A FACE MASK
Giving your skin a rich dose of nutrients a couple of times a week with face masks can really make a difference and improve the specific problems of our skin. Do you notice dry, dull skin? Choose a moisturising and illuminating mask that gives your complexion a healthy appearance.
Do you have oily skin? Opt for a scrub purifying mask that can regenerate the skin and eliminate dead cells.
5. TO FINISH OFF YOUR PERFECT SKINCARE ROUTINE, PAY ATTENTION TO THE MOST DELICATE AREAS
Areas such as the eye area, the lip area and the neck need specific and delicate attention. The skin around the eyes, for example, is very thin and is very prone to the appearance of premature wrinkles, puffiness and dark circles. For this reason, it is very important to choose the most suitable products to protect this area. Another example is the neck: how many times do we apply our skincare products only up to the chin line? Instead, it is essential to use your face products also on the neck and décolleté to avoid premature ageing of the skin.