Many of us teenagers struggle with acne and trying to maintain clear and healthy looking skin. Well perhaps it’s because you’ve been using the wrong products or just need to set down a simple routine! Well I’ve experimented and tried out many products, so here’s some tips and tricks to help you out ….
THE BASICS OF SKIN CARE First and foremost, you must learn and know your skin type this can help determine which products would be best for you to use. People with dry skin tend to feel tightness on their skin, so it’s best to use rich moisturisers and water based products that help hydrate the skin, and it’s also good to try using serums with vitamins in them this will help keep your skin feeling fresh and nourished. People with oily skin will typically have a shine on their cheeks, forehead and nose, for you I would recommend using clay masks and deep cleansing masks to help cleanse our any clogged up pores, and also peel or masks and nose strips, also make sure to use oil free products!!! and lastly those of you with normal/ combination skin you will notice that you may have a shine on your nose and forehead , whilst the rest of your skin is normal, for you I would recommend foaming cleansers and light moisturisers, and when using face masks you can put on two different ones at the same time, for the different areas of your skin, to help maintain a balance.
Most importantly when buying skin care products make sure to use the ones targeted for your skin type, and check the ingredients, the last thing you’d want is to put harmful chemicals onto your skin!!
SKIN CARE ROUTINE The the best thing you can do for yourself is to set out a simple skin care routine. Sometimes the less you use the better ! to start off with every morning you should clean your face with a cleanser, then dry off by patting with a damp towel, after that apply the toner of your choice with a cotton pad then add serum if you have one, and finally seal the moisture in with your moisturiser and never forget to apply SPF especially if you’re going out. At night , if you wear makeup make sure to take it off with a makeup remover and cotton pad. (NEVER SLEEP WITH MAKEUP ON IT CAN CLOG YOUR PORES) then repeat the same thing you did in the morning but without the SPF. This is also the best time to apply spot cream if you have any. (clean and clear spot removal cream has always worked best for me).
SKIN CARE TIPS AND ADVICE
- Make sure to drink plenty of water, and try maintain a healthy diet, you may hear this a lot but it’s true! After all we are what we eat.
- Don’t over use face masks which can be too harsh on your skin for example only use peel off masks and nose strips once a week, and only exfoliate once or twice a week.
- Try making your own face masks with natural ingredients! Tumeric face masks have always helped with my acne and acne scars. If you opt to use lemon juice in your mask make sure not to use too much as it can naturally bleach your skin, but if you use just a little it will target the dark marks or acne scars and helps get rid of them. Once you take off the mask don’t worry if it slightly stains it will come off if you cleanse properly or within 24 hrs. ( scroll down to see how to make it)
- Make sure to change your pillow cases and bed sheets! The oils and grease from your hair and even dead skin can get onto your pillow, and trust me you don’t want any of that on your skin!
- Green tea is great for skin you can either drink it or apply the tea bag to your face. It contains a powerful antioxidant called EGCG, which also fights DNA damage from UV rays which can lead to skin cancer .
- African black soap has worked wonders in helping me when i break out badly , as it deeply cleanses the skin and has no harmful chemicals since it’s natural. Make sure to moisturise straight after as it can be a little drying, so don’t use it too often either. When buying it make sure you get the real thing which is brown coloured not black ! (scroll down for more info)
- Get your 8 hrs of sleep. Your skin needs time to grow and repair
- Be patient your skin won’t be acne free overnight !
REMEBER TO LOVE YOURSELF , YOU ARE ALL BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING
– Sairah
IRIDESCENT 