The Basics Of Skincare - Lotions, Ointments And Masks
By: Gisele Brosnan
Along with the time the world and its inhabitants
are growing old. The reviving anti aging cream and
skin care product is the complete solution provider
for the people to turn the time back.
With thousands of skin products on the market, the basics
of skincare can seem overwhelming. The truth is that if
you want great skin, you do need to gather information before
you even step into a store, spa or cosmetic spa.
Our skins are plagued with sun damage, stress, poor diets,
hormonal changes and air pollution. With so many skin damaging
components in our everyday lives, there is a great need
for counteraction. You can counteract these damaging components
with great skin products. One of the basics of skincare
is using lotion everyday. Lotion is extremely important
because it helps the skin maintain its moisture. Hydration
is a key to having great skin. Skin that is not properly
hydrated will become dry, dull, and irritated.
There are different types of lotion for different areas
of skin however. You should always use a lotion that is
hypoallergenic as well as one that will not clog your pores.
Facial lotions tend to be referred to as moisturizers. Lotions
for other areas of your body are usually called body lotions.
Make sure you are using the proper type of lotion on each
area of your body. Body lotions are often too harsh for
your face. Lotions are also broken up into moisturizing
intensities. If you have dry skin, you will need more moisture.
If you have oily skin, do not make the mistake of thinking
you don't need lotion, oily skin that is not hydrated will
become troublesome. Your skin is producing oil because your
hydration levels are off. Use a light moisturizer for oily
skin.
Ointments are most often used for skin problems. You will
often see ointments being used for eczema, rashes, or hives.
If you are looking for a once or twice a week pick-me-up
for your skin, a mask is the way to go. Masks can be found
for any skin type. They also come in many varieties containing
many different ingredients. You can find masks with mud
components to soothe and smooth your skin. You can also
find masks that will help with acne. All masks work to help
tighten your facial pores and smooth your skin's appearance.
Masks should be used once or twice a week. Most masks are
made so that you just apply them to your skin and wait.
While you wait the mask will begin to dry and you may feel
your face tightening. This is normal and indicates the mask
is doing its job. After waiting for 10 to 15 minutes, you
will need to rinse the mask off of your face. You can do
this with a wash cloth, or you can use water alone. After
using your mask, dry your face completely and apply a moisturizer.
Since masks take a little hydration from your face, you
must replenish it.
In addition to face masks, you can also get full body masks.
These masks work the same way as a facial mask and will
rejuvenate your entire body. Many spas are now offering
body masks. They can help tighten and smooth the skin on
your entire body. Be sure to drink plenty of water after
you get a full body mask however. Body masks draw toxins
from your body and may leave you a little dehydrated, so
drinking water is essential.
Knowing about lotions, ointments, and masks will help you
get the skin you desire. The most important thing to remember
is proper hydration. Be sure your skin is always hydrated
with lotions. You can also drink water to help your skin
hydrate from the inside. If you take care of your skin,
you will notice that your skin will always look radiant.
