When it comes to taking care of your skin, there seems to be a general thought that as long as you wash your face at least once a day, you’re good to go. What we find in the spa industry is that many people view skin care treatments as a luxury versus a form maintenance and upkeep. Of course we like to pamper ourselves with the occasional facial or massage, but how many of us really understand the benefits that come from regular treatments?
Skin care is something that everyone can benefit from. Recent studies show European women spend more money on regular skincare treatments to help maintain a healthy, regular routine instead of spending money on cosmetics to cover up their problem areas. They use a combination of spa skin care treatments with at home treatments such as night cream, day cream, eye cream and masks. When we make the time to care for our skin the way it needs to be taken care of, we are in turn protecting and improving our skin long term. Covering up blemishes or skin inadequacies is only temporary, and while many cosmetic companies are now creating make-up with ingredients to help or improve skin issues, effort needs to be made in both areas.
In regards to product, we all have different skin types: some are fair with sensitive skin, some produce more oil on the face, and some have issues with dry, flaky skin. With each different type of skin come different ways and products to treat and maintain its health. The basis of good skin care is to cleanse properly with the right type of product for your skin. If you’re not sure, the best thing to do is ask! Consulting with an esthetician regarding the type of care necessary is always best and we are happy to answer any questions you have.
If you were to ask, “What’s the most basic rule that applies to proper skin care (aside from daily cleansing)?” our consulting esthetician Hannah says: use sunscreen daily! We cannot stress enough how important this rule is. Sunscreen not only helps protect your skin from sun damage, but with the proper formulation is can also provide antioxidants and vitamin-c that protects you from free radical damage like pollution. Using sunscreen on a daily basis is good for your skin regardless of the weather; you just need to make sure that the formula you choose to use is right for you.
Overall, the execution of your skin care routine is what really matters. Of course you want to make sure you’re using the right products, but making the time and following the directions from your skin care specialist as well. Give us a call at 925-362-9892 – we’ll be happy to assist you with all of your skincare concerns and needs!
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