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STEP ONE: CLEANSE

Wash your face twice a day to keep your skin clean and clear. Cleansing in the morning removes overnight sweat, while evening cleansing eliminates make-up and dirt. It also prepares your skin for absorbing moisturizers. If you wear make-up, double cleansing will remove any product traces, Inside Spa suggested.

Pro tip: Avoid make-up wipes! They rarely get rid of make-up fully and can spread bacteria around the face. They also contain chemicals to keep them moist.

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STEP TWO: TONE

The job of a toner is to rebalance the pH level of your skin and act as a humectant. Humectants are ingredients often found in toners that gently draw moisture from deeper layers of skin to the top layers, improving your skin’s appearance.

Pro tip: Opt for an alcohol-free toner. Alcohol can dry the skin, which then produces more oil to compensate.

STEP THREE: EXFOLIATE

You only need to exfoliate 2-3 times a week. There are many benefits to exfoliating, including reduced breakouts, removal of dead skin cells and minimised pores. However, overdoing it could cause redness and dry, flaky skin.

Pro tip: Go gently. The skin on your face is more delicate than the rest of your body. Just do it once a week if you have sensitive skin.

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STEP FOUR: MOISTURISE

Moisturisers hydrate your skin to keep it nourished and supple, as well as provide a protective layer from the elements. There are lots of different moisturisers available, so it’s important to find the right one for your skin type.

Pro tip: Invest in two moisturisers – a morning one and an evening one. Use a light day cream in the morning and a rich moisturiser in the evening that deeply moisturises.

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STEP FIVE: PROTECT YOUR SKIN

Step five is essential – SPF! Never underestimate the importance of an SPF on your face. We all know sun damage can speed up the aging process and in serious cases, lead to skin cancer; so it’s important to introduce an SPF into your routine (not just in summer).

Pro tip: Buy a new SPF every year. This will make sure the ingredients don’t expire and your skin always stays protected.

BONUS STEPS:

EYE CREAM

The skin around your eyes is thin and delicate, making it prone to ageing. Eye creams can help counteract this as they’re often more delicate than moisturisers and can reduce puffiness, dark circles and fine lines.

Pro tip: Pop your eye cream in the fridge – the coolness of the cream will help to soothe tired eyes and reduce puffiness.

FACE MASK

Face masks are a great addition to any skin care routine and are a real treat for your skin. Masks can target specific skin issues as well as hydrate your skin, remove excess oil and improve the appearance of pores. All while providing a relaxing, spa-like experience at home.

Pro tip: Choose a mask to suit your skin type, i.e. one that will help with excess oil - it will help to care for your skin.

Photo: Skinology Face Bar

Other must-know tips for facial skin

Don’t ever skip your night routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Eye Cream

Moisturizer

It is very important to remember your neck (declotte) and hands

These are the areas that show your age the most.

Skipping toner is not okay!

Not all natural ingredients are good and not all natural products are natural - no matter what the label states!

Photo: Cosmocare

Do not buy products because your friends are buying them or what is “in” at the time

Everyone’s skin is different just like our fingerprints are different. It’s okay to listen to what your friends are saying about skincare products they are using, just be sure to do a little extra research to see if it would be a good fit for your skin as well, according to Skinology Face Bar.

Do not over exfoliate.

Exfoliating 2-3 times a week is perfect!

SPF is your BFF

Any broadband SPF 30 or higher is great! I really love how a lot of products are branching out and combining SPF in their foundations and B.B. creams.

Serums really do work!

With all the pollutants in the air, a good serum; preferably one with Vitamin A, C, or E, is highly recommended.

When in doubt shoot over a note to your esthetician or give them a call

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