Face cream, serum or SPF sunscreen? The more tools, the more complicated it is to understand what to use and after what. The correct layering of products allows each product to better absorb into the skin and perform its function more efficiently. In addition, if the products are applied to the skin in the wrong order, it can reduce their effectiveness and even cause skin irritation. By layering the products in the right order, better results can be achieved: better skin hydration, protection from the sun and slowing down of aging processes. Beauty therapist S. Mikalauskaitė tells about the challenges faced by facial skin after summer and how the care routine should change depending on the changes of the seasons.
Hydration is the key to healthy skin
Although it often seems that the hot summer sun and chocolate tan improve the condition of the skin, the beauty therapist says that this is a deceptive effect. Sunbathing only worsens the condition of the skin. Collagen production decreases, moisture levels decrease, and the stratum corneum thickens, so various pimples hide in the deeper layer of the skin and emerge later when the weather cools down again.
“During the autumn season, you should choose intensively moisturizing products that help maintain the elasticity and softness of the skin. It is recommended to choose serums and creamy textures that better protect the skin from cold and dryness. Don’t forget the products containing hyaluronic acid – this substance helps to retain moisture in the skin”, notes S. Mikalauskaitė.
The beauty therapist says that it is first of all important to restore the moisture lost after the summer, so for mixed, oily and acne-prone skin, it is recommended to use “Mixa” niacinamide and hyaluronic serums, layering them with each other. After the hot summer sun, when pimples start to appear in autumn, you should first apply niacinamide serum on the T-zone, and after it dries, spread a few drops of hyaluronic serum on your palms and apply it to the whole face.
Meanwhile, it is recommended to mix hyaluronic serum with vitamin C serum for tired and dull skin. “The lactic acid in the hyaluronic serum increases moisture levels and helps restore the skin’s natural radiance, while the glycolic acid in the vitamin C serum reduces pigment spots and sun-induced freckles.” In order to get an even stronger effect, you can also mix all three components in the palm of your hand and apply both on the face and on the neck and décolleté,” advises the specialist.
Why is it important to layer tools correctly?
According to S. Mikalauskaitė, in the fall you can return to heavier textures and apply more layers on your face. “If in the summer we didn’t want to use so many serums, creams and SPF and during the day we chose lighter textures, fewer products, and used serums only in the evening, now it can be done both in the morning and in the evening to achieve maximum glowing, radiant and moisturized skin.”
Of course, before starting any care procedure, it is necessary to thoroughly clean the skin of the face. The beauty therapist advises to choose a mild cleanser that does not dry out, but effectively removes make-up residues and other impurities. For example, the new “Mixa” facial cleansers, which, like serums, can be chosen according to your skin type and problem.
“After cleaning, we tone the skin. Toners restore the skin’s pH level and prepare it for the absorption of other products. Modern toners are often enriched with moisturizing ingredients, so they can also help the skin retain moisture. After them, we apply Mixa serums, which are highly concentrated and contain many active ingredients. Such as vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants that penetrate deep into the skin and provide maximum effect. Since serums are light and quickly absorbed, they must be used before heavier creams”, says S. Mikalauskaitė.
The beauty therapist also adds that moisturizer is a necessary step in every routine. It helps lock moisture in the skin and protects it from external factors. “Choose a cream that suits your skin type – a heavier cream will work for dry skin and a lighter one for oily skin.” It is even better if the face cream will be saturated with the necessary components for your facial skin. These are the latest Mixa creams, matched with cleansers and serums according to different skin needs. They can be chosen both in the morning and in the evening. Of course, since the creams contain acids, you should not forget the sun protection. Therefore, the last step of the autumn skin care routine is to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. That’s what the new Mixa Cream SPF 50 is all about.”
As for the products that should be avoided, the specialist singles out products containing alcohol, pungent smells and harmful ingredients. They can cause skin irritation and irritation. That is why it is important to choose products for sensitive skin and take into account their ingredients – they must be safe and tested by dermatologists. If it is difficult to decide between the ingredients and the choice of means, you can always consult a beautician or dermatologist.
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2024-08-29 14:02:58