Perfecting Your Skin Care Routine With 5 Simple Steps

As much as we hate to admit it, more than half of us neglect to care for our skin and address its’ specific needs. Having a morning skincare routine that is customized to your unique issues can make all the difference in your skin for years to come. At night, skincare routines sometimes get overlooked as some of us may be a little “too tired” to wash the day away or believe that a daytime skincare routine is enough. But in reality, a combination of a great morning and night skincare routine can offer many benefits that go beyond the look and feel of your skin.

 

Back To Basics

All good skin care starts with the basics. By doing the bare minimum, it gives you the opportunity to really assess and target what your unique skin needs are. The foundation of any skincare regimen should always involve two simple, basic steps: cleansing and moisturizing. We’ve all found ourselves standing in the skin care aisle for far too long, trying to decipher which ingredients will work best.

Customizing your routine can be difficult, especially when you throw specialty products into the mix. That’s why it’s important start simple with a gentle cleanser to remove dirt, oil and pathogens followed by moisturizing to maintain your skin's natural defence mechanism against external elements and infection. Although this two-step treatment works for many, it’s important to remember that it’s not universal. What works for one person may not be suitable for another. That’s why it’s imperative to pay close attention to what your skin is trying to tell you.

There’s Always Room For Pro-Tips

Seeking out professional guidance is a lot easier than having to make bi-weekly trips to the dermatologist for treatment. Having a professional perform a customized, in depth skin analysis will not only help you understand the makeup of your skin but will also help you gain a better understanding of what products will work best and why.

A Lifelong Commitment To Better Skin

Beautiful skin doesn’t happen overnight, even with the assistance of fillers and facials. It’s important to remember that maintaining good skincare in your earlier years will only have better, long lasting results in future years to come. The skin you have today will not be the skin you have five years from now. Consistency is key as our skin tends to shed dead skin cells every single day.

Prevention Is Key

Along with your lifelong commitment to better, glowing skin, the best way to avoid constant visits to a professional for treatment is correct prevention. Understanding what you’re putting onto your skin and what it’s doing for you is an important building block in your skin care regimen creation. Treat your skin today for the skin you want tomorrow. Added bonus-money saver! Save money on professional treatments by preventing issues in the first place.

Look Good, Feel Better

It’s no surprise that having clear, glowing skin looks great but it can also have a huge impact on your self-confidence. We all know that first impressions are everything and can be extremely nerve-wracking, especially if you’re aware of mild-to-severe skin issues making an appearance. Proper skincare can give you the skin you’ve always wanted and help you put your best face forward. When living in a world of filters and fillers, there is always going to be a quick fix to these long standing skin issues. However, with a simple yet effective evening and daytime skincare routine, you can prevent future trips to the dermatologist and expensive treatments, leaving you with clear, glowing skin.