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If you are blessed enough to have naturally clear skin regardless of your skin type, then the best skin care to maintain this is keeping a simple skin care regimen. There are only four basic steps that you need to do religiously on regular basis.

First step to the best skin care is cleansing. You need to find a good cleanser that is suitable for your skin and stick to it. Your cleanser does not need to be the expensive brand but must be one that works for your skin type. You must also keep away from soaps as they tend to dry out skin. For dry skin, you will need to purchase a creamy cleanser and oily skin uses a clear cleanser.

The best skin care regimen does not require you to wash your face too often. Washing your face at night is best to take away the accumulated dirt from the whole day. The application of a cold cream should be considered after washing to replace the necessary oil that has been washed out especially if you have dry skin. A splash of lukewarm water is sufficient for a morning wash to help remove the excess oil build up from your overnight moisturizer.

Exfoliation is the second step to the best skin care regimen and you can choose from microdermabrasion, chemical peels or retinoids. Microdermabrasion uses gentle scrubs with tiny grains that can remove the top layer of dead skin to restore the glow to your complexion. Chemical peel is a stronger procedure of exfoliation that uses professionally prepared treatments where a single treatment can actually take off years of dead skin from your face. However, if you have the extra budget, it is recommended to have the chemical peel done by professionals as well. The last form of exfoliation on the other hand, retinoids like Retin-A or Renova can be in form of creams that also gets rid of the dead skin cells on the top layer of your skin while generating collagen at the same time.

After cleansing and peeling, your skin could be stripped off the important oils that keep your skin smooth and supple. To compensate for the lost oil is moisturizing, the third vital step to the best skin care routine. This process seals moisture into your skin, no matter what your skin type is. However moisturizers are formulated for the delicate and sensitive skin that surrounds your eye. So it is highly recommended to use eye creams especially since this is the area that is highly prone to wrinkling.

To finally complete your best skin care regimen, the last step is the use of sunscreen to protect the results of the first three steps. Some people may not see this step as important as the first three but your skin is more prone to damage when you expose your freshly cleansed, exfoliated and moisturized skin without protection. It is common knowledge that the sun or its ultra violet rays are the main cause of wrinkling on our skin.

Having the best skin care is essential to maintain you’re a clear and wrinkle-free skin. You can even develop your own regimen that you reckon would be best suited for your skin. Remember to keep it to the four simple steps: cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize and protect.

Stress, lack of sleep, and the foods we eat can cause the skin to age prematurely and break out. Not only is it important to take care of the skin on the outside but it is also essential to pay attention to what we take into our bodies. What we take into the body can affect the appearance of the skin. What can be done to prevent aging of the skin, how can premature aging and skin problems such as acne be improved?

There are many solutions for skin care in the market so it can be difficult to know what will work and what won’t. However there are some things to consider that can help in your choice of skin care products.

The first thing to consider is your skin type. There are usually four skin types: oily, dry, combination, and sensitive. This aspect of skincare is important to consider because not all products will work for certain skin types.

What is your skin type? Here are some indicators:

Oily Skin

1. Your skin becomes oily by noon even after washing it in the morning.

2. You consistently produce adult acne or other break outs. 3. Your pores are bigger and noticeable all over your face.

3. Skin is oily all year round.

Dry Skin

1. Your skin entirely dry.

2. You observe fine small lines when you look at yourself.

3. Your skin is flaky in the winter.

4. Soap causes the skin to be extremely dry.

5. Pores are barely visible.

Combination Skin

1. Skin is greasy in the T- zone, forehead, nose, and chin spots but a little dry on the cheeks.

2. Your pores are large around the nose parts but normal everywhere else.

3. Skin is dry in the winter and oily in the summer.

Sensitive Skin

1. Facial soap irritates your skin.

2. Some types of skincare products cause your skin to break out in rashes.

3. Your skin produces spotty or reddish breakouts.

What Works for Your Skin Type

Oily Skin Care

People with oily skin should look for cleansers that contain alpha and beta hydroxy acid to cleanse and unplug dirt in the skins pores. The cleanser should not be harsh or irritating. A mild skin tone bar or refining gel is best. Always use a mild toner preferably one that contains water and glycerin. Moisturizers should contain antioxidants to protect the skin.

Dry Skin Care

Those who have dry skin should choose products specially made for dry skin. Creamy cleansers that are mild and will not leave residue are best in the winter. Otherwise, use cleansing gels. (For warmer seasons) In addition avoid hot baths or showers

Winter is the season of the year where dry skin hits many hard while many others are prone to it, thus resulting in a change in ones skin care routine to protect and take care of our skin during the crisp, cold winter months. Here are my top tips on winter skin care:

Cleanse your skin with a suitable cleanser for your skin type, you do not have to spend a lot of money on this, just pop down to your local drugstore and look around. Personally, ‘Olay’ have in produce a great moisturising cleanser for all skin types.

Next, using a cotton wool pad apply the toner to your face. This will remove any residue from the cleanser and close your pores, it also makes in the moisturiser seep into your skin more. I recommend a Vitamin E toner, as they are suitable for sensitive skin as well as all skin types, while also healing and protecting the skin.

Finally, apply a moisturiser every day, preferably with added SPF, as the sun is always there. It will save your skin, and definitely make sure that your skin stays looking youthful for longer. Look for a moisturiser that is appropriate for your skin type.

Exfoliating your skin and face is a must during the winter, in order to remove the dry skin and replace them with smooth skin. A homemade exfoliator such as olive oil mixed with sugar is a great way to exfoliate and moisturise your skin thoroughly. Do this 3 times a week for maximum benefits. Or use a body wash with an exfoliating mitt to stimulate cell renewal, reduce cellulite and while also sloughing away dead skin cells. You can use the mitt with the homemade concoction for added stimulation and results for your skin.

Apply a moisturiser to your skin every day in order to retain elasticity, smooth skin and hydrate your skin in order so it looks and feels at its best. ‘Vaseline Intensive Care’ range is good for the winter to moisturise your skin, but not leave it looking at all greasy.

While winter might make your prone to dryer skin, it still needs to be taken care of not neglected, therefore follow this great skin care routine, and before you know it, you’ll be enjoying the winter season and having absolutely beautiful skin the whole way. Wrap up warm for winter and make sure that your winter is an absolutely fabulous winter this year.

Babies have very sensitive skin.  When you are holding your newborn in your arms, you may notice how fragile and easily irritated their skin seems.  Many newborn babies either have dry skin almost immediately, or suffer from dry skin by the time they’re six months old.  As a parent, here are tips that I’ve learned to help to care for your baby’s dry skin.

Dress for Success

Babies have sensitive skin that is easily irritated by fabrics.  When picking baby clothes, pick out clothes that feel good as well as look good.  Natural fabrics are best.  My babies were always happiest in cotton (organic when possible).  Natural fabrics “breathe” better than synthetic fabrics, and so allow better circulation on your baby’s delicate skin.  Cotton helps your baby to stay at the right temperature rather than getting cold or over-heated. 

Moisturize

Moisturizing your baby’s skin can both help their dry skin and be a great bonding experience for the two of you.  Babies benefit from skin to skin contact, and rubbing lotion or oil into their skin helps to make sure that they get this comforting touch.  When choosing a moisturizer for your baby’s skin, I recommend buying not just a natural product, but one that is certified organic.  Chemicals can easily irritate or be absorbed by your baby’s skin, so it really is worth buying a good organic product.  You can use either an organic oil (Green People or Burt’s Bees).  Make sure to spread it gently.

Don’t Over Circulate

My skin is easily dried out by central heating, standing in front of a fan, or spending time out in the wind.  If I can feel it affecting my skin, then think how it feels to a newborn.  Make sure than your baby’s bed is not directly next to any heating vents, heaters, or fans.  Angle car vents off of them so that the air isn’t blowing directly in their faces, and consider putting up a shade on strollers on very windy days.

Seek Help if Needed

If your baby’s dry skin seems painful, inflamed, or otherwise worrying, don’t hesitate to consult your pediatrician or other healthcare provider.  My daughter developed eczema when she was still only a small baby, and it was very helpful to talk to our doctor, get it properly diagnosed, and get advice.  If you’re worried about your baby’s skin, talk to someone about it.

Babies have very sensitive skin.  When you are holding your newborn in your arms, you may notice how fragile and easily irritated their skin seems.  Many newborn babies either have dry skin almost immediately, or suffer from dry skin by the time they’re six months old.  As a parent, here are tips that I’ve learned to help to care for your baby’s dry skin.

Dress for Success

Babies have sensitive skin that is easily irritated by fabrics.  When picking baby clothes, pick out clothes that feel good as well as look good.  Natural fabrics are best.  My babies were always happiest in cotton (organic when possible).  Natural fabrics “breathe” better than synthetic fabrics, and so allow better circulation on your baby’s delicate skin.  Cotton helps your baby to stay at the right temperature rather than getting cold or over-heated. 

Moisturize

Moisturizing your baby’s skin can both help their dry skin and be a great bonding experience for the two of you.  Babies benefit from skin to skin contact, and rubbing lotion or oil into their skin helps to make sure that they get this comforting touch.  When choosing a moisturizer for your baby’s skin, I recommend buying not just a natural product, but one that is certified organic.  Chemicals can easily irritate or be absorbed by your baby’s skin, so it really is worth buying a good organic product.  You can use either an organic oil (Green People or Burt’s Bees).  Make sure to spread it gently.

Don’t Over Circulate

My skin is easily dried out by central heating, standing in front of a fan, or spending time out in the wind.  If I can feel it affecting my skin, then think how it feels to a newborn.  Make sure than your baby’s bed is not directly next to any heating vents, heaters, or fans.  Angle car vents off of them so that the air isn’t blowing directly in their faces, and consider putting up a shade on strollers on very windy days.

Seek Help if Needed

If your baby’s dry skin seems painful, inflamed, or otherwise worrying, don’t hesitate to consult your pediatrician or other healthcare provider.  My daughter developed eczema when she was still only a small baby, and it was very helpful to talk to our doctor, get it properly diagnosed, and get advice.  If you’re worried about your baby’s skin, talk to someone about it.