Your Skin Embraces Your Beauty

Sales of skincare products increased during the pandemic. A study by Inventure and Alvara Research Center on 532 participants found that 78.2% of them bought skincare items during that time.

This is because the respondents had free time at home, and even though their mobility outside the home has decreased, maintaining their appearance is still important.

The pandemic is currently winding down. The limitation on mobility has been lifted. Once more, the entire planet goes offline. Our daily routines change over time, including how we care for our skin. We must still take care of the health of our skin whether we are at home or not! Why? Read on.

Your skin reflects your health

The skin is the body's largest organ that protects us. It is made up of three layers:

• Epidermis. The topmost layer, which can be seen and touched, protects us from bacteria and germs. It also protects us from rain and ultraviolet radiation.
• Dermis. The middle layer, which makes up most of the skin's thickness. It makes our skin soft, smooth, and silky.
• Hypodermis. The bottom layer, which protects our muscles and bones from injuries. It regulates our body temperature.

Our skin reflects our health. It is the first thing people notice when they see us. They might inquire "Are you okay?" if our faces appear dull or pale.

By taking care of our skin, we may age gracefully, maintain mental health, and make our skin better in the future. But what are the tell-tale indications of skin health itself? Smooth texture. Even skin color. Feeling moist. Not having any unusual sensations. If you have all that, then your skin is healthy.

How do you achieve that?

1. Minimize your skin care

Have you ever heard of "The 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine"? This concept instructs us to take care of our skin gradually by using cleanser, face wash, exfoliation, sheet masks, sunscreen, et cetera. But now, this trend has changed to "skin minimalism."

Skin minimalism invites us to take care of our skin more simply. Concentrate only on 2–4 steps. We don't have to spend 15-20 minutes just applying skincare. It will save a lot of money, time, and effort! Happy wallet, happy me.

Tips:

The challenge of skin minimalism is finding the right products for our skin. We also require them to perform multiple tasks. That is why skin minimalism's product is known as hybrid skincare. A hybrid toner, for example, must be both a toner and a moisturizer.

Do a skin patch test after you've decided on a product! Test the product's safety and suitability by applying it to the inside of your elbow. Wait 48–72 hours. If you experience any allergic reactions, discontinue use of the product.

2. Protect your skin barrier

The skin barrier is our facial skin's outermost layer. A layer of the epidermis.

Nobody wants an issue with their skin barrier. A healthy skin barrier keeps our skin hydrated, smooth, and free of wrinkles. If our skin barrier is damaged, our skin will appear dull and dry, and we will age faster.

A variety of factors influence the function of our skin barrier. Outdoor activities, for example, will expose us to pollution and sunlight, two main factors responsible for the damage of the skin barrier.

Tips:

The signs of a poor skin barrier are dryness, flakiness, itching, discoloration, breakouts, redness, and sensitivity. A damaged skin barrier usually heals itself within two weeks, but it also depends on the extent of the damage. We can help the healing process by using gentle and pleasant products like ceramide.

Ceramide, according to dermatologist dr. Dana Stern, is one of the best ingredients for moisturizing and strengthening our skin barrier. Ceramide is a fat molecule found in our bodies, but its abundance has declined over time. Ceramide applied to the skin's surface replenishes fat and keeps the skin moist.

3. Sincerely love your skin

Pimples, redness, and wrinkles can be seen easily. Some people may become insecure because of these problems. Even worse, it may lead to mental health problems. Yes, mental health and skin problems are often interrelated. For example, stress triggers acne and vice versa.

This doesn’t happen without reason. Because standardized beauty demands that people have skin that is white, smooth, and shining, many people attempt to obtain it, adding stress to their lives. We have to stop this! Keep in mind that the most important thing is that we truly love our skin without referring to any beauty standards.

Tips:

The best way to love our skin is by taking daily care of it. Here are three essential skincare products you should use:

• Cleanser. It cleans away dirt, make-up, and excess oil. Choose a pH-balanced cleanser. Cleanse your skin in the morning and before going to bed.
• Moisturizer. It helps our skin stay hydrated and moist. Apply moisturizer immediately after cleansing for the best results.
• Sunscreen. It shields our skin from the damaging effects of the sun. Choose a sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Apply sunscreen to any exposed skin.

That's it for three skin-healthy tips. If financial investment entails investing money or valuable assets to profit, skin investment entails caring for our skin in order to have healthier skin in the future.

"Your skin embraces your beauty." Take care of your facial skin's health by choosing skincare products that suit your skin's needs.

Do you want your facial skin to always look fresh and supple? A facial at Springhill is the answer! Enjoy facial treatments tailored to your skin's needs and feel the changes.

Make your dream of perfect facial skin come true now! Make an appointment at GWS Medika Springhill Clinic, a facial clinic in Jakarta Utara, and get the best facial treatment.