by Pharmacy2U
28. March 2011 21:59
For many people skincare can be deeply baffling. There is a vast array of products on the market addressing every possible skin type and condition containing a seemingly endless list of ingredients and claimed successes. So, where do you start? Which product is best for you?
Before you consider a particular product you must identify your skin type. Standard skin types are typically Dry (usually mature skin); Oily (tend to suffer from spots and pimples), Combination and Sensitive. If you have combination skin, for example, you will have areas of your face which appear oilier than others. Typically the area of the face which is oily is known as the T-Zone. This ranges from your forehead (the top of the T), down over the top of your nose to your chin. Your cheeks, on the other hand, are often a lot drier than the T-zone.
Sensitive skin tends to experience a reaction to certain skin care products that contain perfumes, colourings and other chemicals. You may even be allergic to one or more substances which are contained within many skincare products. A typical reaction would present itself as redness, soreness, spots, dryness and possibly a rash. This kind of reaction can also be the root cause of eczema and dry skin which can lead to itching and bleeding.
As many normal skincare products contain chemicals that are unnatural (the identity of many chemicals you may not even recognise) there's always a possibility that long term use could result in damage to your skin. This is obviously something that you should want to avoid; especially if your skin is particularly sensitive to pollutants, dirt, heat and harsh chemicals. You may also dislike the idea of using unnatural substances on your skin and body.
If this is the case products that are specifically created for dry skin conditions and eczema can help prevent irritation and long-term skin damage. Our skin is a natural protective barrier to bacteria, germs and dirt. It also protects us by preventing loss of water and dehydration. It is really important to keep your skin as clean and healthy as you possibly can. The right skincare products can help you do this leaving your skin looking and feeling great.
To start with you could consider trying Oilatum which contains light liquid paraffin. Eczema and Psoriasis are especially common skin conditions and a product which is particularly good for treating them is Oilatum Natural Repair Cream. This cream is formulated with natural plant lipids and it helps to replicate and repair your skin's natural barrier keeping moisture in and harm out. The whole range of products work by leaving a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface. It's this evaporation of water that can lead to dry skin and irritation as well as damage to the surface. Sometimes prevention is better than cure!
E45, on the other hand, is a range of products that helps keep your skin feeling soft, supple and hydrated. It also contains Medilan which moisturises the skin in addition to its caring nature. It helps that it is also not known to cause allergic reactions whatever your skin type. Why not use this moisturing lotion instead of your usual cream? Give your skin a break from potential irritations.
Dermol is a range of skin care lotions that acts in two ways to help those sufferers with dry skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. As these conditions do cause quite severe itching/irritation, Dermol effectively prevents the itch-scratch cycle that inevitably occurs. Finally, some much needed relief!
Cetaphil provide effective, gentle skin care to help your skin look and feel its best. It also features new products that help with the treatment and care of dry skin conditions and atopic dermatitis.
For an alternative to any of the above you could consider Garnier Skin Naturals. They are, of course, a trusted range of products that treat and care for a wide variety of skin types, conditions and problems.
To start off your daily skincare regime try Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Deep Pore Wash. This will thoroughly cleanse and unclog your pores which if left unchecked can cause spots to form. This face wash is enriched with zinc and eucalyptus which can also help to protect against the appearance of blemishes.
The second step would be the application of Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Pore Purifying Toner. This toner will help to dry imperfections, tighten your pores to prevent dirt from entering and leave your skin looking matte and oil free. Or why not consider trying the Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Deep Clean Cream Wash? This gentle cream will cleanse your skin without drying. It contains natural aloe extract which is great for relieving skin irritation and redness. It will leave your skin feeling perfectly clean and comfortable.
With this superb range of skincare products you can look and feel great safe in the knowledge that you are protecting and caring for your skin as best as you can.
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