Sometimes, we make mistakes in the care of our skin, either due to lack of knowledge or because we have never been informed of the correct way to do it. Even I, before delving into the world of skin and aesthetic medicine, also made some of these mistakes.
From using inappropriate treatments to omitting sunscreen or applying products haphazardly, these mistakes can be negatively affecting your skin without you realizing it. Therefore, it is essential to know which actions are beneficial and which we should avoid in skin care.
Next, we will list the most common mistakes related to skin care:
- Not applying sunscreen every day of the year. Thinking that we only need to use sunscreen on sunny days or during the summer is a serious mistake. Sunscreen is the best ally to prevent premature aging of the skin, and its use is essential throughout the year. Even on cloudy days or in seasons like autumn or winter. The skin has memory, and the care we provide today will reflect in the future. Make sure to use a sunscreen with SPF +50 and reapply it every two to three hours.
- Omitting the daily nighttime facial cleansing. Nighttime cleansing is essential to remove impurities, residues of sunscreen, pollution, and oil accumulated during the day, regardless of whether you wear makeup or not. This step is fundamental to maintaining healthy skin.
- Not washing your face every morning. Facial cleansing is the first step of an effective daily routine. Washing your face in the morning removes dead cells, residues of products applied the night before, and sweat accumulated overnight. Clean skin is more receptive to cosmetic ingredients and increases the effectiveness of treatments.
- Thinking that all products are suitable for all skin types. Each skin type requires a specific cosmetic approach. Identifying your skin type is essential to choose suitable products for your needs. Not all products are universal, and it is advisable to consult a dermatologist or aesthetic doctor to determine what care your skin needs.
- Believing that oily skin does not need hydration. The belief that only dry skin requires hydration is incorrect. All skin types need hydration, but it is important to choose an appropriate product for each case. Hydration is essential to maintain a healthy skin barrier, even in oily skin. The key is to opt for oil-free or non-comedogenic products.
