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Knowing your skin type
To ensure that you have a good skincare regime or decide to use natural skincare products for the first time, you must know exactly what skin type you are, this will enable you to care for your skin correctly and help purchase the right product that suits your skin type.
Oily Skin
Oily skin attracts more dirt than other skin types because it is greasier. However, it still needs gentle treatment, harsh lotions and too much scrubbing can over stimulate the oil glands and make it even greasier.
Use a light lotion to cleanse your skin or a milk cleanser or wash off gel. Foaming gels are good as they dissolve oils. Refresh your skin with an alcohol based toner, but only when it looks really shiny. Look for the word 'astringent' on the label. When moisturising, use a water based formula round your eyes, cheeks and neck.
Sensitive Skin
The most important thing is to treat sensitive skin very gently and use as few products as possible. Look for hypo-allergenic or allergy tested products which have been screened for irritants like perfume. However, beware, as even these may contain ingredients that could upset your skin.
Never use soap on sensitive skin, as this can upset your skins natural balance and leave it feeling even more sensitive. Use a very gentle cream or lotion cleanser instead. Use tepid water as cold water can be too harsh and avoid toners as they may also irritate the skin. When moisturising, use a gentle hypo-allergenic cream, preferably with added sunscreen.
Dry Skin
Dry skin needs gentle treatment and lots of nourishment to keep it healthy and supple. Your aim is to boost the moisture in your skin so it looks plump and smooth. Use a cream cleanser, a very rich liquid cleanser or a non-perfumed moisturising soap.
Splash your face with cold water after cleansing to boost the circulation or use a mild alcohol free toner. Rose water is a soothing natural alternative.
Posted at 12:00am on Saturday 28th February 2009 by PureLogicol Editorial
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