Know Your Skin Type And Practice Good Skin Care
Being classed as an organ, our skin performs many functions. Not only does it keep infections and disease from entering the body, it assists the main organs of elimination (liver, intestines and kidneys) to flush out waste. Skin provides us with the sense of touch that enables us to recognize pain, heat, cold and other sensations. To keep your skin clean and healthy, you should adopt a regular skin care habit.
The type of skin you have is determined by the genes which you have inherited from your parents. You may have fair and sensitive skin, or your skin may be dark and unblemished. It is important to know your skin type in order to care for it correctly.
There are four skin types in the different skin color ranges – oily, dry and sensitive, or a combination of all. If your skin is dehydrated and lacking in moisture, it is considered dry. Dry skin has very little elasticity and may be sensitive to sun and wind.
The best way to care for dry skin is to wash daily with a rich, creamy cleanser and warm water. Always rinse with warm water and gently pat your skin dry. Avoid using harsh commercial soap. Apply a rich moisturizer to your skin to act as a barrier to the weather.
If you have inherited oily skin, you will need to clean it with products that have anti-bacterial properties. This will help control the oiliness which causes blackheads and pimples. Wash your skin gently 3 times daily and use an oil-free moisturizer to prevent further breakouts.
If you have sensitive skin, it will react quickly to both heat and cold, and it will also be prone to allergic reactions. Temperature changes, certain detergents and cosmetics can all cause irritation, leaving the skin red and inflamed. To cleanse sensitive skin, choose products that do not contain perfumes or chemicals. It is best to consult to a skin specialist to advise you on the correct products to use.
The most common type of skin type is combination skin. If you have combination skin it will be dry on your cheeks and on the sides of your face, with an oily panel in the centre. You can use products for oily skin on the oily parts. For the rest of your face, use products to treat dry skin.
Being the largest organ in the body, our skin can benefit from the same nutrition we get from foods that keep our other organs healthy. Eating foods rich in protein and taking vitamins and minerals will keep your skin glowing. Try and drink at least 7 glasses of water a day and get at least 8 hours sleep.
The baby lotion that gently moisturizes your child’s skin is usually hypoallergenic and dermatologist reviewed.
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