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Why is Cleansing Important for My Face?

The face is one of the most exposed and delicate of all skin as far as sun exposure is concerned. And this makes the skin vulnerable to sun damage, aging, clogging and pigmentation. To avoid this dilemma, gentle but thorough cleansing is a must!

Importance of Cleansing:

Facial cleansers work as emulsifiers to remove dirt, excess oil, bacteria and remnants of cosmetics. Some to the extent of exfoliation to remove dead skin cells helping your skin breathe and absorb nourishment through succeeding application of toners and moisturizers. A good cleanser does not disturb the ph balance of skin, keeping it feeling nourished and fresh. Filipinos who generally fall under the oily skin type reaps double the benefits of cleansing as they remove excess oil but maintains the essential fat lipids that protect skin. Therefore cleansers for oily skin have astringent present in them to help rid the extra oil and prevent clogging of the pores that can lead to blackheads and acne. Natural products have natural astringents that do not drastically rip off essential oil in the skin giving it the right balance.

Cleansing and Skin Care Tips:

The best way to begin cleansing your face is by washing your hands thoroughly to prevent transfer of bacteria to your face. Begin with the hairline and work your way down with gentle sweeping movements over the face, lips and down the neck. Massage the cleanser gently onto the face with light movements of the fingertips and leave on for absorption and deep cleansing for about a minute. Next, with the help of a clean cotton makeup pad, wipe away the visible dirt and pollution with your hands and if there is any cosmetic residue, wipe it downwards towards the neck.

Rinse your face using cool water to splash it. The temperature of the water is very important, as too hot or too cold water can cause flushing and increase broken capillaries, if such exist on your skin.

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