Health Tips # 68 Skin Care Tips for different skin type: 1. Care for Dry skin: a. For dry skin, use a creamy cleanser to melt away dirt. Leave it on your skin before sweeping it away with cotton wool. Splash cold water onto your face to clean and refresh your skin. b. Use a thick cream moisturizer to seal in as much moisture as possible and have a refreshing feel. 2. Care for Oily skin: a. To care for oily skin you should start with a gentle, foaming facial wash. This will remove dirt and oil without stripping away moisture. Soak cotton wool in a gentle astringent lotion and sweep it over your skin to refresh and cool it. b. Even oily skin needs a moisturizer, but choose a light, watery fluid; this will be enough for your skin. Allow the moisturizer to sink in well and then absorb the excess with a tissue to prevent shine. 3. Care for Combinational skin: a. If you have combinational skin use a foaming facial wash in the mornings to cleanse your skin. This will keep the oily areas clean to prevent blackheads. b. In the evening use a cream cleanser to soothe your dry areas. This will keep a balance between excess dryness and excess oiliness. c. Use a strong astringent for your oily areas and a mild skin freshener for the dry areas. This is not an expensive option, as you will need a little of each. d. Use moisturizer on your whole face, but make sure you concentrate on your drier areas. 4. Care for Sensitive Skin: a. If you have sensitive skin, do not use facial washes or soap; instead use a light, hypoallergenic cleansing lotion. b. Use a moisturizer to strengthen your skin and provide a barrier against irritants. Make sure you use a non-perfumed moisturizer, which will not irritate your skin. 5. Care for Normal Skin: a.To care for normal skin you should start with a gentle foaming facial wash. Massaging it into your face will give you a rosy complexion. b.Cool your skin with a refreshing toner, and massage it with your fingers in light upward strokes.
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