Face Washing

A skin specialist, shares simple trade secrets on the best way to wash your face.

Characteristics of the four skin types

oily

• generally oily all over

• large pores

• prone to blemishes

dry

• flaky patches

• feels tight after washing

• fair skin is prone to dryness

normal

• neither dry nor oily

• if characteristics are not notable, the skin is usually normal

combination

• oily through the "T" zone (forehead, nose and chin)

• dry to normal through the cheeks and neck

• more than 40 percent of women have combination skin

Correct face-washing technique

Steps:

1. Steam face with a hot, moist towel before washing. Water that is too hot can be drying. This will open the pores and prepare for a cleanser.
   
    

2. Apply cleanser (that best suits your skin type) with the middle, ring, and pinky fingers, not the index finger, because it is too strong. Rub upward in gentle motions. (Rubbing hard will do more harm than good).
   
    

3. Take the steam towel and pat, don't rub, the face to remove cleanser. Again, rubbing is far too abrasive for facial skin.
   
    

4. Finish with a moisturizer to replenish the natural oils that have been removed.
    

* Note: A toner during the day (applied on top of makeup) will help keep the face fresh.

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