Tuesday 28 July 2009

Dry Skin

Dry skin is caused by to little sebum in the lower levels of skin and too little mositure in the upper glands. Dry skin can age prematurely with the emergence of fine lines and wrinkles. Dry skin can be aggravated by over using soap, detergents and toners. Its is also affected by eposure to the hot sun, cold winds and central heating.

1) Use a small amount of oil-based eye make up remover onto a cotton pad and sweep it over the eye area. The oily product will help soothe dryness in the delicate eye area. A little goes a long way, do not overload the eye area with an oily product as it can cause puffiness and irritation.

2) If you suffer from small dry skin flecks, dip a cotton bud into the oil-based eye make-up remover and gently sweep on the areas

.3) Choose a creamy cleanser to wash your face with. Leave the cleanser on for a few moments, then sweep it off with a cotton ball or pad. Use gentle upward movments this will help prevent stretching the skin and encouraging lines.

4) Spashing your face with cool water to remove the excess cleanser will boost circulation and give a brighter complexion.

5) With dry skin it is important to apply a noursising cream to seal moisture into your skin. You should use a thick nourishing cream , rather than a runny lotion, this will hlp seal more moisture into your skin.

6) Washing with hot soapy water will dissolve the skins natural moisture balance. Taking a short warm shower will help to avoid dry skin.