In winter we sit for hours in a hot bath,We slather ourselves in a ton of moisturizer and never part with our lip balm. In other words, we do everything wrong! I'll tell you about the most common mistakes in cosmetic care and how to avoid them.
Applying moisturizer before going out
This is one of the most dangerous cosmetic mistakes.care in winter, which we all do. The water and hydroelements included in the cream instantly crystallize. As a result, the skin begins to turn red and peel.
- What is correct:Apply the cream an hour and a half before going outside, so that it has time to be absorbed. It is not as difficult as it seems, just include this procedure in your daily morning routine, like brushing your teeth or drinking a cup of coffee.
Permanent application of hygienic lipstick on the lips
Most lip balms containdyes and fragrances that dry out delicate skin. And a popular ingredient in balms – mineral oil – creates a dehydrating film. This is basically what manufacturers are counting on – lips start to peel more and you use balm more often.
- How to correctly: A good moisturizing lip balm is sufficient to apply one to two times a day. So it can be oil in its pure form. Before using a moisturizing balm, it is advisable to make a light lip peeling: a soft toothbrush or your usual face scrub.
Oily skin does not need moisture
With the onset of winter, owners of oily skinsigh with relief: finally, the summer suffering is over, and the face is no longer shiny. And they start to ignore moisturizers. In fact, when you come home from the cold, the sudden change in temperature provokes increased sebum secretion.
- What is correct:To prevent this from happening, oily skin needs to be moisturized and soothed in winter. Use a light cream, replace your usual cleansing gel with a soft milk. Once or twice a week, make a mask of white clay, it removes excess oil and deeply moisturizes.
In frosts you need to take a hot bath every day
Of course, the bath is the most accessible and pleasantwarming procedure. But if you overdo it with the water temperature and the duration of the procedure, you can damage the protective hydrolipid layer of the skin. Also, if you are in a hot bath (38-39 degrees) for more than half an hour, you can feel nausea, weakness and dizziness.
- What is correct:To warm up, you don’t have to “boil” in boiling water. Take a warm bath no more than 2-3 times a week for 15 minutes. Make sure that the water does not reach the level of the heart. Add warming essential oils to the water, such as eucalyptus, cloves or lavender.
Intense peeling against skin peeling
Do you know why your skin becomes cold in winter?rough and coarse? Because it builds up the upper horny layer to protect itself from the frost. Therefore, in frosty weather it is better to avoid aggressive peelings, they only damage the epidermis and injure the face.
- How to do it right: Replace aggressive peeling with a light, creamy one. Use clay and mud masks with essential oils, they moisturize and gently cleanse the skin.
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