The skin is the largest organ in your body and works intensely in your favor 24 hours a day. In exchange for her effort, she deserves to be cared for to keep her healthy and fresh. But how can you do it without spending a fortune on all the creams and products that the advertisements recommend? The experts at the American Academy of Dermatology have prepared a series of tips so you can give your skin the attention it needs without breaking your budget.
The skin is the clothing that nature has given us, so it is logical that you want to keep it in perfect condition: soft, even, without stains. But for economic reasons, you cannot invest in many products or very expensive creams. Follow the advice of dermatologists to keep it in optimal condition while spending the minimum.
What experts recommend:
- A basic point: cleanliness. For the face: use a neutral, not very astringent soap or a mild cleansing cream so you can use them on any skin type. If your skin is very oily or you suffer from acne, do not wash your face excessively so as not to stimulate the production of sebaceous glands too much. Always remove your makeup before going to bed.
- You don't need very expensive cleaning products, you just need consistency to keep your skin free of impurities and unpleasant pimples or blackheads.
- Don't forget the moisturizer! The skin on your face needs the same as that on your body. Apply it in the morning before makeup all over your skin. For the rest of the body, the best time to apply it is after a bath or shower when the skin is still damp. This seals in moisture better.
- Always use sunscreen. It's a good idea to choose a facial moisturizer that already contains SPF. But if you work outdoors, or practice outdoor sports, you will need a more powerful protective cream.
- Remember to use sun protection 365 days a year to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun's rays, to avoid skin cancer and to reduce the appearance of spots and wrinkles that are a product of dryness and/or exposure. exaggerated in the sun.
- Look for inexpensive but effective products. Do you want an example? Vaseline (petroleum jelly). It serves the same as moisturizing cream for hands, eliminates roughness on elbows, heels and knees, helps soften cuticles, soothes chapped lips due to the cold, and if you have a baby, combats redness and peeling produced for the diapers. In a family-sized container, it will be cheaper and can be used by several family members.
- Keep in mind that price does not determine quality or what is best for you. If you use a generic product consistently, it will benefit you more than a more expensive one that you only use occasionally. If you suffer from any type of allergy, you do need to choose an anti-allergy product to avoid reactions. Generally, more expensive brands contain fragrances that are irritating.
- Avoid duplicating products and consume them until they run out. That way you save money and space on the vanity or bathroom. Additionally, bottles left half-used can become contaminated, go rancid, or lose their effectiveness.
- Choose products that can do double duty: moisturizer for your face or a lip balm combined with sunscreen, a rich texture cream that works for your hands and the rest of your body.
- If you want to keep your skin fresh and youthful, purchase creams that combat signs of aging and contain vitamin A and/or alpha hydroxide acid. Again, you don't need to buy the most expensive one for it to be effective.
Always remember that skin care goes beyond a cosmetic issue. It is also a question of health. Not only does it serve as an envelope for your tissues, muscles and organs, but it is your protective barrier against harmful elements in the environment, such as ultraviolet rays, viruses and bacteria. Regulate your body temperature through sweat and, in the process, eliminate toxins. And if that were not enough, as a tactile organ, it acts as a great receiver of information that keeps you in direct contact with the world. It is thanks to the skin that you can feel wonderful sensations every day such as the freshness of the breeze and water, the warmth of the sun, or the kiss of a child. Return the favor with a good care routine that doesn't have to hurt your pocket.
