SKINCARE STEPS

Skincare is the set of activities that can be performed daily for the improvement and maintenance of the skin at an aesthetic level. It is a collection of actions that have been brought to the forefront with great success by major brands and influencers. The reason for the explosion, in a positive sense, of this phenomenon can be traced to the need to take a moment just for oneself during the day. Frenetic lifestyles and stressful commitments have become the order of the day. Despite this, it is important to remember to carve out some time each day to take care of oneself. Skincare is therefore not just the application of different products on the skin, but over time it has also acquired a deeper meaning that goes beyond the superficiality associated with the term.

SKINCARE: WHAT STEPS?

The steps for a successful skincare routine change depending on the time of day we consider.

Morning routine  

The morning skincare routine can be summarized in three steps:

1. Gentle cleansing: in the morning, to prepare our skin to face the day, it is necessary to cleanse it gently. During the night, in fact, despite the skincare done the previous evening, dust and various types of dirt will have accumulated. For this reason, it is important to proceed with a cleaning, even if gentle, done with non-aggressive products.
2. Hydration: after cleansing the skin, it's time to hydrate it with a LIGHT cream that absorbs quickly, allowing us to proceed with makeup if desired, without having to wait long. At the same time, this way we will ensure an optimal level of hydration throughout the day.

      3. Protection: if we are about to spend hours outside the home, especially outdoors, it is important to apply a product that protects against smog and UVA - UVB rays. Many BB creams and foundations on the market today, in addition to coverage and improving the complexion, also guarantee this type of protection.

Evening routine

1. Thorough cleansing: the evening is the time to pay particular attention to this very important step. Cleansing the skin thoroughly is indeed essential to avoid waking up the next day with pimples or other impurities. It is important to always choose cleansers that are in line with your skin type, so that they do not excessively dry it out or cover it with oily products. Paying attention to the towel used to pat the skin dry is also essential: it should always be clean and gentle.
2. mask: what better time of day to take care of yourself with a little extra pampering than in the evening? With well-cleansed skin, it's time to apply a targeted mask based on your specific needs of the day: hydration, pore refinement, mattifying, and so on.
3. hydration: serum, cream, and eye contour – the most important final phase of the evening skincare routine is hydration. It is essential to apply a specific serum for your needs every evening, followed by a moisturizing and nourishing cream, along with an eye contour that also hydrates the most delicate area of the face.

WHEN and HOW MANY TIMES TO DO SKINCARE?

As we have seen, the right moments to do skincare are two: in the morning and in the evening. To see real and satisfying results, one should remain quite consistent in carrying out these activities, learning, however, to experience them as moments of relaxation and full self-care. Therefore, adopting these routines will benefit not only your skin but also your state of mind.

Skincare comes to our aid even on the most difficult days to try to recover and relax. Additionally, it can be done by applying multiple products during free moments of the day, for example, think of a rainy Sunday morning.