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The very first thing everyone should know about skincare is that it’s personal; your routine, the products that you use, and everything else that you do to take care of your skin should be based on your own needs. Improper skincare may cause a number of skin issues over time.
On that note, here are a few skincare habits that might be doing your skin more harm than good:
1. Frequent washing
Believe it or not, too much washing can damage your skin. Dermatologists and doctors recommend washing the face only twice per day; once in the morning and once in the evening; anything in excess of this could be harmful to your skin. When you wash your face frequently, you are stripping the skin of its natural oils and damaging its outer, protective layer. This may result in the body producing more sebum, which could ultimately lead to an acne breakout.
2. Using products that aren’t “seasonal”
If you’re in the habit of using the same skincare products regardless of season, you may already be damaging your skin without even knowing it. Typically, different seasons have different effects on the skin. For instance, in winter, you may find your skin to be dry and even flaky. This is because harsh winter weather can dry up the skin. Your skincare routine here should focus on rehydrating the skin, which means you need to use products that hydrate and moisturize the skin. In the summer, your skin needs more protection from the sun, which means you need to use products that have a higher SPF content.
3. Too much exfoliating
Over-exfoliating, just like over-washing, can damage your skin. The purpose of exfoliating is to remove dead skin cells that didn’t naturally shed. The number of times you need to exfoliate per week depends on your skin type. If you have dry, sensitive skin, for instance, experts recommend exfoliating no more than two times per week. If you have acne-prone or oily skin, you can exfoliate up to three times per week. But all this still depends on how much your skin can tolerate, and the type of exfoliating agent you’re using.
Proper skincare combined with non-invasive cosmetic procedures like Rejuvé’s Botox treatment, Bay Area and regular facials are an excellent way of maintaining your youthful glow thus delaying the need for more invasive and extensive cosmetic treatments.
To consult a board certified, licensed doctor for Botox treatment, Bay Area, please feel free to call Rejuvé at (408) 740-5320 to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Tang. Rejuvé is proud to serve the San Jose Bay Area CA and the surrounding communities of Saratoga, Los Gatos, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Altos, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, and Boulder Creek.