Breaking Down the Components of Good Skin Care

Every day, your skin is exposed to the damaging effects of sunlight, pollution, and stress. Over time, age and gravity can take its toll on your appearance and the health of your skin. With a good skin care routine and a little help from your skin care specialist, you can fight these undesirable effects to continue to look as young as you feel. Consider visiting EpiCentre to find out which skin care products would be most effective for you.

Cleansing

Cleansing your face properly isn’t quite as simple as splashing some water on it and rubbing some soap around. First, wash your hands to avoid transferring additional bacteria and grime to your face. Moisten your face with lukewarm water to encourage the pores to open up. Avoid very hot water, as this will dry out your skin. Likewise, avoid soap-based cleansers, since they strip away the natural oils of the skin and dry it out. Instead, choose from the cleanser selection at your medical spa, such as ZO Skin Health, SkinCeuticals, SkinMedica and Eraclea. Massage the cleanser gently into your skin using circular motions. Rinse your skin well with cool water to close the pores. Pat your skin dry with a soft towel.

Moisturizing

Moisturizing your skin is crucial for preserving its health, vitality, and youthful appearance. Choose a non-comedogenic moisturizer recommended by your skin care specialist. These won’t clog your pores. Your skin care specialist may recommend specific moisturizers for your skin care concerns, such as products with anti-aging ingredients.

Protecting

Before you leave home each day, take the time to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. Dermatologists strongly recommend applying a skin-friendly sunscreen that has an SPF of at least 30. Using sunscreen every day will dramatically reduce your risk of skin cancer, not to mention its benefits for delaying wrinkle formation and preventing areas of hyperpigmentation.

The medical spa professionals at EpiCentre look forward to discussing your skin care concerns with you. We offer a full range of effective products and treatments at our medical spa in Dallas. Give us a call today at (214) 887-1577.