This fall you may have decided to take better care of your skin, so that it looks healthier, brighter and more hydrated. For it there is no way to have a proper facial routine, the difference between doing it and not, it shows a lot, so following certain guidelines with specific products appropriate to our skin type and needs is the key.
Cleaning
We have heard many times that cleaning makes a difference, and it is true that all the impurities that accumulate in the skin throughout the day, if they are not eliminated, in the end the skin will look dull, the pores will clog, and subsequent treatments do not penetrate the same. And since what we want is a fresh and beautiful skin The first thing we should do is clean the skin, both in the morning and at night.
In the case of normal cleaning, this must be more intense, especially if we have made up, in this case, first we will need a specific product to remove all the makeup, the best for this function they are oil-based, which melt all products, even the most resistant ones such as waterproof ones, another option is micellar waters that leave the skin fresh and clean.
–Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil, this facial cleanser has a blend of botanical oils that remove make-up and remove impurities without drying out the skin. Its smooth texture transforms into a cleansing milk when emulsified with water, leaving the skin clean and elastic. Price 32.00 euros.
Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil
-Sensibio Micellar Water H2O from BiodermaIt is undoubtedly one of our favorites, it is perfect for sensitive skin and has a very good cleaning capacity and even removes makeup perfectly. Its formula works in harmony with the skin to preserve the natural protective film. Price 12.90 euros.
Bioderma Crealine H2O Solution Micellar Peaux Sensibles
As a second step, we can use a product that helps us remove any remaining dirt, how are water based cleanersIt can be a gel, a mousse or a facial soap that we will mix with water. Afterwards, the skin will be absolutely clean and without any product residue.
As for cleaning in the morning, we can also opt for aqueous-based cleaners or micellar water, in any case what we are looking for is to refresh the skin and remove the impurities that the skin may have generated during the night. Yes indeed, always with a specific product for our skin type, whether sensitive, oily or have a condition such as acne.
–Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, removes makeup, impurities and excess sebum from the skin. It also reinforces hydration so it does not leave a feeling of tightness, thanks to the fact that it is enriched with hyaluronic acid. Price 10.50 euros.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Water Cleanser
–Bioderma Sensibio Gel Moussant, is a cleanser in texture with which to achieve a gentle cleaning without drying the skin, so it does not leave the skin tight. Its formula has hydrating and soothing active ingredients that reduce irritation and calm redness. Price 13.35 euros.
Sensibio Gel Moussant Bioderma cleansing gel
Exfoliation
This second step is one of those that changes the skin a lot, and it is that exfoliation has great benefits and immediately. With this gesture we remove all dead cells and impurities, so we achieve a renewed skin that is much more receptive to treatments. Now, this step of the facial routine should not be done every day, there are those who advise once a week and even space it much more, to allow time for the skin to regenerate, which is every 28 days.
As options we have the classics scrubs with physical particles to be massaged on the skin; and on the other hand the chemical scrubs that act through acids that are responsible for eliminating dead cells, giving way to a much smoother and brighter skin.
–Eucerin Dermo Pure Scrub Oil Control. This specific scrub for oily skin with impurities, contains lactic acid and microparticles that carry away all the dirt, thus reducing blackheads and achieving a finer skin texture. Price 13.90 euros.
Eucerin DermoPure – Washing scrub
Another option are enzymatic scrubs, which are the most recommended for sensitive skin, since many skin types do not tolerate AHAs or physical exfoliants. These act through enzymes (fruit vegetable enzymes) that are responsible for detaching dead cells that are still attached to the skin.
–Filorga Oxygen Scrub & Detox. A product that provides a very intense, removing all dead cells and purifying the skin. On the one hand it has volcanic microspheres, which help remove dead skin; and on the other we find passion fruit polyphenols and activated charcoal to thoroughly exfoliate into pores. The result is a new skin with a refined texture. Price 23.50 euros.
Filorga Filorga Oxygen Scrub & Detox
The tonic
I know that there are many people who do not consider the tonic an essential product, but in recent years, not only is it being given the importance it deserves again, but the new formulas that we find are as appetizing as they are delicate, behind are the tonics loaded with alcohol to be replaced by very beneficial and sensory formulas.
Its main function is to eliminate the impurities that may have remained from the previous steps, in addition toners restore the skin’s pH, soothe, tone and improve texture.
Aqua Bomb Hydrating Toner Belif, a hydrating toner that refreshes and provides extra hydration to dry and dehydrated skin. Baobab extract instantly hydrates and provides radiance. Price 25.99 euros.
Aqua Bomb Hydrating Toner Belif Hydrating Toner
–Purifying toner with saw palmetto and mint Origins Zero Oil, a specific toner for oily skin with blemishes that helps control excessive oil. It purifies the skin thanks to the mixture of saw palmetto and salicylic acid that exfoliates and cleanses the pores. Price 19.45 euros.
Purifying toner with saw palmetto and mint Origins Zero Oil
The serum
With this cosmetic, what we achieve is to provide a large amount of active ingredients to the face and they also work more deeply, therefore, it is practically essential before applying the moisturizer. And the thing is, serums are one of the best products when we want to treat specific problems, since there are them for all skin types and needs.
–Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum Olehenriksen, a powerful serum that lightens the skin and fights the main signs of aging, such as spots or loss of firmness. Contains Vit C, exfoliating acids and pigments inspired by banana powder. Price 59.99 euros.
Banana Bright Vitamin C Serum
–Caudalie Vinoperfect Complexion Correcting Radiance Serum, a serum that helps achieve a more luminous skin and correct dark spots by reducing the intensity of pigmentation. Price 41.95 euros.
Caudalie Vinoperfect Complexion Correcting Radiance Serum
The eye contour
It is a delicate and fine skin, that’s why the eye contour You need specific products that hydrate and provide all those active ingredients that help the area look fresh, with fewer expression lines and more luminosity. So, an eye contour is essential in any beauty routine.
–Total Eye Lift Clarins Eye Contour Treatment, a fine emulsion that helps to smooth and redensify the contour area. It has a lifting effect that smooths out expression lines and wrinkles. Price 42.99 euros.
Total Eye Lift Clarins Eye Contour Treatment
–Blue Therapy Eye Opening Biotherm Serum, manages to open the look, decongests the area and also lifts and strengthens the eyelashes for a more lively and fresh look. Price 59.00 euros.
Blue Therapy Eye Opening Biotherm Serum
The moisturizer
After the serum and the eye contour, it’s time for the moisturizer, a product that of course cannot be absent. And like any other cosmetic, has to adapt to the needs of the skin, so that it provides us with what we need, be it hydration, nutrition, luminosity or regulate oily skin, help with blemishes or soothe red skin. Therefore, facial creams will always be one of the fundamental pillars to have a healthier and more beautiful skin.
–Weleda Soothing Almond Fluid, a light moisturizer that melts perfectly and soothes irritations. Strengthens the skin’s protective barrier and deeply hydrates. Price 12.88 euros.
WELEDA Soothing Almond Fluid
–Origins GinZing Ulta Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream Moisturizer, a light cream designed for tired and dull skin. Ingredient such as coffee or ginger revitalize and brighten the skin. Price 21.95 euros.
Origins GinZing Ulta Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream Moisturizer
Sun protection
The favorite cosmetic of dermatologists and the one that should never be absent from a daytime facial routine. The sun cream is the only one that can protect us against UV and UVA radiation, and thus avoid photoaging such as spots or sagging.
-Intense Protect Avène Spf50 +, specific cream for the most sensitive and delicate skins that has a large spectrum. Protects from UVB UVA rays and also from high energy visible blue light. Its formula is biodegradable to maintain respect for marine life. Price 18.98 euros.
Avène Solar Intense Protect Spf50
–La Roche-Posay Anthelios Age Correct SPF50 +, anti-aging sun cream that offers high-spectrum protection. Perfect for sensitive and mature skin that need to treat blemishes and sagging. Contains hyaluronic acid that provides deep hydration. Price 28.45 euros.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Age Correct SPF50 + Sun Cream
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