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Our skin is our biggest organ in our body \u2013 and the only visible one! And, apart from the fact that it plays an important role as a barrier to protect your inside from pathogens, it also tells its own story of who you are: whether you and outdoorsy person, a smoker, healthy or sickly, and it reveals the one thing we\u2019re all trying to keep a secret: our age. That\u2019s why we spend so much on cosmetics! However, if you don\u2019t get the basics of skincare right, it may be pointless to invest in expensive beauty products.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Here are a few skincare mistakes people make:<\/p>\n

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MISTAKE #1: NOT KNOWING YOUR SKIN TYPE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Every person\u2019s skin is unique. Skin classification (or what type of skin you have) depends on the oiliness of your skin, sensitivity levels and hydration. The 5 main classifications are:<\/p>\n

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  1. Normal skin<\/strong> \u2013 not too oily, not too dry, with regular texture that does not need much intervention.<\/li>\n
  2. Sensitive skin<\/strong> \u2013 delicate and fragile, more prone to irritations and needs more care.<\/li>\n
  3. Oily skin<\/strong> \u2013 greasy appearance, with a slight sheen and sometimes prone to breakouts.<\/li>\n
  4. Combination skin<\/strong> \u2013 a combination of oily and dry, with the t-zone of forehead, nose and chin more oily than cheeks.<\/li>\n
  5. Sensitive skin<\/strong> \u2013 prone to redness and irritation, with loss of elasticity.
    If you\u2019re not sure what your skin type is, there are many online skincare quizzes that may help, or for a definitive answer it\u2019s good to go to a dermatologist<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    <\/strong><\/p>\n

    #2: NOT ENOUGH SLEEP<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    It\u2019s a fact: you can actually sleep your skin younger. That\u2019s why they call it beauty sleep! The reason why we sleep is that our body needs time to repair itself, and it\u2019s the same for our skin.<\/p>\n

    Research has shown that skin makes collagen when we sleep and that only getting 5 hours a sleep can lead to twice as many fine lines as 7 hours of sleep. And the reason why you wake up with a healthy glow after enough sleep, is that your body boosts blood flow to your skin while you sleep. A good reason to turn in early.<\/p>\n

    <\/strong><\/p>\n

    #3: GOING TO BED WITH YOUR MAKEUP ON<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    You may think that in the interest of getting enough sleep (as mentioned above) that you can skip your skin-cleansing routine. That\u2019s a big no-no. Going to bed without cleaning your face can cause premature aging. Dirt and environmental pollutants can be trapped inside your skin and can interfere with the natural process of your skin, causing a drier, dull-looking complexion.<\/p>\n

    <\/strong><\/p>\n

    #4: NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    By now we all know that water is important to flush out toxins from our bodies, and to aid circulation, digestion and absorption. And if you look at all these functions, it\u2019s clear why hydration is so important to keep your biggest organ looking good and functioning well.<\/p>\n

    Drinking enough water helps improve the overall tone of your skin, helps prevents premature aging by heightening elasticity, helps reduce puffiness and maintains your pH balance.<\/p>\n

    So fill up that water bottle and get your glow on!<\/p>\n

    <\/strong><\/p>\n

    #5:<\/strong> AN IRREGULAR SKINCARE ROUTINE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Maybe you think it\u2019s good enough simply to apply moisturiser to your face twice a day. But alas, your skin is far more complex than that. If it has not been cleaned properly, the moisturiser you apply won\u2019t be absorbed into your skin \u2013 no matter how generously you slap it on.<\/p>\n

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    A simple 3-step skincare routine does not have to take hours \u2013 with practice and routine it will come as easy and naturally as brushing your teeth.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    STEP 1: CLEAN<\/span>
    Cleaning your face will get rid of all the dirt and oils that have collected on your skin throughout the day. It\u2019s important to select the right cleaner for your face that does not leave it dry and irritated \u2013 that\u2019s why it\u2019s vital to know your skin type.<\/p>\n

    STEP 2: TONE<\/span>
    After cleansing, apply a toner. A good toner can help close pores, tighten the skin and remove extra oil and dirt. It leaves your skin smooth and refreshed, ready for your moisturiser.<\/p>\n

    \u00a0STEP 3: MOISTURISE<\/span>
    A good moisturiser can help the skin maintain its barrier against pathogens, and keeps it hydrated to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and make it look younger, smoother and healthier.<\/p>\n

    Of course, you can add to this basic routine with exfoliating products, serums and eye creams, but get the basics right, and you\u2019ll soon see the difference!<\/p>\n

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    Our skin is our biggest organ in our body \u2013 and the only visible one! And, apart from the fact that it plays an important role as a barrier to protect your inside from pathogens, it also tells its own story of who you are: whether you and outdoorsy person, a smoker, healthy or sickly, and it reveals the one thing we\u2019re all trying to keep a secret: our age. That\u2019s why we spend so much on cosmetics! However, if you don\u2019t get the basics of skincare right, it may be pointless to invest in expensive beauty products.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":46977,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

    Our skin is our biggest organ in our body \u2013 and the only visible one! And, apart from the fact that it plays an important role as a barrier to protect your inside from pathogens, it also tells its own story of who you are: whether you and outdoorsy person, a smoker, healthy or sickly, and it reveals the one thing we\u2019re all trying to keep a secret: our age. That\u2019s why we spend so much on cosmetics!<\/p>

    However, if you don\u2019t get the basics of skincare right, it may be pointless to invest in expensive beauty products.<\/p>

    Here are a few skincare mistakes people make:<\/p>

    MISTAKE #1:<\/strong> NOT KNOWING YOUR SKIN TYPE<\/h3>

    Every person\u2019s skin is unique. Skin classification (or what type of skin you have) depends on the oiliness of your skin, sensitivity levels and hydration. The 5 main classifications are:<\/p>

    1. Normal skin \u2013 not too oily, not too dry, with regular texture that does not need much intervention.<\/li>
    2. Sensitive skin \u2013 delicate and fragile, more prone to irritations and needs more care.<\/li>
    3. Oily skin \u2013 greasy appearance, with a slight sheen and sometimes prone to breakouts.<\/li>
    4. Combination skin \u2013 a combination of oily and dry, with the t-zone of forehead, nose and chin more oily than cheeks.<\/li>
    5. Sensitive skin \u2013 prone to redness and irritation, with loss of elasticity.<\/li><\/ol>

      If you\u2019re not sure what your skin type is, there are many online skincare quizzes that may help, or for a definitive answer it\u2019s good to go to a dermatologist.<\/p>

      MISTAKE # 2:<\/strong> NOT ENOUGH SLEEP<\/h3>

      It\u2019s a fact: you can actually sleep your skin younger. That\u2019s why they call it beauty sleep! The reason why we sleep is that our body needs time to repair itself, and it\u2019s the same for our skin.<\/p>

      Research has shown that skin makes collagen when we sleep and that only getting 5 hours a sleep can lead to twice as many fine lines as 7 hours of sleep. And the reason why you wake up with a healthy glow after enough sleep, is that your body boosts blood flow to your skin while you sleep. A good reason to turn in early.<\/p>

      MISTAKE #3:<\/strong> GOING TO SLEEP WITH YOUR MAKEUP ON<\/h3>

      You may think that in the interest of getting enough sleep (as mentioned above) that you can skip your skin-cleansing routine. That\u2019s a big no-no. Going to bed without cleaning your face can cause premature aging. Dirt and environmental pollutants can be trapped inside your skin and can interfere with the natural process of your skin, causing a drier, dull-looking complexion.<\/p>

      MISTAKE #4:<\/strong> NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER<\/h3>

      By now we all know that water is important to flush out toxins from our bodies, and to aid circulation, digestion and absorption. And if you look at all these functions, it\u2019s clear why hydration is so important to keep your biggest organ looking good and functioning well.<\/p>

      Drinking enough water helps improve the overall tone of your skin, helps prevents premature aging by heightening elasticity, helps reduce puffiness and maintains your pH balance.<\/p>

      So fill up that water bottle and get your glow on!<\/p>

      MISTAKE # 5:<\/strong> NOT COMMITTING TO A REGULAR SKINCARE ROUTINE<\/h3>

      Maybe you think it\u2019s good enough simply to apply moisturiser to your face twice a day. But alas, your skin is far more complex than that. If it has not been cleaned properly, the moisturiser you apply won\u2019t be absorbed into your skin \u2013 no matter how generously you slap it on.<\/p>

      A simple 3-step skincare routine does not have to take hours \u2013 with practice and routine it will come as easy and naturally as brushing your teeth.<\/strong><\/p>

      STEP 1: CLEAN<\/strong>
      Cleaning your face will get rid of all the dirt and oils that have collected on your skin throughout the day. It\u2019s important to select the right cleaner for your face that does not leave it dry and irritated \u2013 that\u2019s why it\u2019s vital to know your skin type.<\/p>

      STEP 2: TONE<\/strong>
      After cleansing, apply a toner. A good toner can help close pores, tighten the skin and remove extra oil and dirt. It leaves your skin smooth and refreshed, ready for your moisturiser.<\/p>

      STEP 3: MOISTURISE<\/strong>
      A good moisturiser can help the skin maintain its barrier against pathogens, and keeps it hydrated to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and make it look younger, smoother and healthier.<\/p>

      Of course, you can add to this basic routine with exfoliating products, serums and eye creams, but get the basics right, and you\u2019ll soon see the difference!<\/p>

      \u00a0<\/p>

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