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Cleanser is a truly non-negotiable step, so we are looking at that as an opportunity to prove how a quality cleanser can actually simplify the rest of your routine. Formulas with antioxidants, vitamins, non-fragrant plant oils and extracts, and cell-communicating ingredients make cleansing a step toward healthier skin, not just a chore. Which products should you try? HoliFrog offers formulas that speak to a range of skin’s moods, from dry and sensitized, to oily and acne-prone, to somewhere in between. Parr swears by using a different wash as skin’s needs change throughout the day (a gentle wash first thing in the morning, for example; or an exfoliating wash after a sweaty workout.
Matter which wash you choose, she recommends spending one to two minutes cleansing your face in order to let the ingredients sink in: “It takes 60 seconds to emulsify and whisk off surface grime and makeup, 30 seconds to dislodge dirt and Beauty & Skin Care break up sebum, then another 30 seconds for the ingredients to penetrate. Here’s a guide to the brand’s all-star lineup of face washes: When skin needs a reset from dullness and clogged pores, turn to this wash made with a blend of five alpha hydroxy acids to exfoliate away dead skin and reveal a brighter complexion. Because it helps reduce breakouts without stripping skin’s moisture, this formula is ideal for adult acne sufferers.
Alternate this wash with the Tashmoo formula to help maintain the skin’s barrier between exfoliating sessions. If you’ve been battling excess oil, clogged pores, and frequent acne flare-ups for a long time, you’re probably recoiling at the mere thought of cleansing your face with oil. But here’s something we’ve learned from skincare experts: Our skin produces oil because it needs it. It lubricates, heals, and protects our skin. And each time we strip the oil away from our skin with our traditional cleansers, our skin overcompensates by producing even more oil. And we know what happens when excess oil gets mixed up with bacteria and other skin impurities—our pores get all clogged and inflamed.
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發表於 2023-2-11 16:55:45