What is skin cleaning

cleaning the skin

The night time is the best time to cleanse the face, according to what skincare experts have agreed upon , and it is important to cleanse the face gently and use the right products to keep the skin healthy, radiant and flawless. And as Joshua Fox, medical director of advanced dermatology The type of skin can help to choose a suitable cleanser for it, in order to enhance its appearance and improve its texture by knowing the ingredients that should be used for each skin type, which also helps in avoiding negative effects on the skin), and this confirms the importance of cleaning the skin well, to avoid clogging the pores of the skin By the action of dirt, pollution, and daily make-up, and thus causing a rash. ^[1]

Clean the skin according to its type

There are many options for finding a suitable cleanser or cleanser for the skin, so you should know the type of skin before starting to clean it as follows: ^[2]

• Normal skin: It is non-oily and not very dry skin, so its faults are few and the degree of sensitivity to products or weather is almost non-existent.
• Dry skin: Dry skin may be predominantly peeling, plus there are more visible lines and some red spots on the skin.
• Sensitive skin: It is possible that sensitive skin, such as dry skin; Because of the appearance of dryness and redness on it, but the difference between the two skin is that sensitive skin is a result of a specific component of skin care products.
• Combination skin: Combination skin consists of greasy patches in some areas, and it is usually in the (T) area around the forehead, nose and chin, and it is dry or normal in the rest of the face.

Skin cleansing steps

Maintaining a good and healthy appearance of facial skin requires cleansing, washing and moisturizing the skin twice a day, upon waking up and before going to sleep. There are several correct steps to cleanse the skin, namely: ^[3]

• Removing makeup before washing the face: This is done by using make-up remover and cotton, in order to allow water to reach the surface of the skin, as make-up acts as a waterproofing, and cold or very hot water should not be used to wash the face; Because heat leads to exacerbation of pimples, and dry skin.
• Putting a layer of lotion or cleanser on the face: by moisturizing the hand and placing a small amount of lotion on it, then rubbing it until the foam appears, and rubbing the face in circular motions.
• Rinse and dry the face: Rinse the face with water at a suitable temperature, taking into account the removal of all lotions from the face. Because staying in it causes the pores to close and thus exacerbate acne, and then dry it with a clean, soft towel.
• Dilution: it is also important after purification. Because it removes the dirt build-up on the face, soothing products are made from organic ingredients like: lemon, cucumber juice, and many more.
• Moisturizing: as it brings moisture to the face, and renews skin cells naturally, and it is also important for skin care, as the correct way to cleanse the skin will contribute to obtaining a skin that makes the individual younger, and moisturizing can be done by applying a cream on the face and massaging it using the fingers. Being natural and avoiding synthetic products and other chemicals.

References

1. ↑ DIANA KELLY, “The Best Face Cleansers for Your Skin Type” , www.health.howstuffworks.com , Retrieved 14-10-2017. Edited.
2. ↑ Shari Forschen, "wikiHow to Clean Your Skin" , www.wikihow.com , Retrieved 14-10-2017. Edited.
3. ↑ "Correct Way of Cleansing of Facial Skin" , www.skinnbeautycare.com , Retrieved 14-10-2017. Edited.