Spring Cleaning For Your Complexion
The beautiful Spring weather has finally arrived. Sunny, warm days let us show off a little more skin. Time for "Spring Cleaning" in your home and on your face!
One of the most common areas that we could improve in our skincare regimen is to add exfoliation. There are two ways to exfoliate - chemically and physically. A chemical exfoliation will break down the chemical bonds that hold dead skin cells together- for example, AHA's, Salicylic acid, and Papain extract. This type of exfoliation works best for oily or acne-prone skin types. Physical exfoliation will gently buff off the top layer of dead skin cells- for example, a scrub or microdermabrasion. This type will work best for dry skin types.
Make sure that your skin has a glow this Spring by exfoliating 2 to 3 times per week. We recommend keeping your favorite products in the shower. If you see the product each morning it will help remind you to exfoliate. Plus, the warmth and steam will soften the top layer of the skin so that you get the best results without applying too much pressure to your face.
Here are some popular products to consider for several skin types...
- Do you have sensitive skin or are you prone to congestion? Try Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant. It is gentle enough to be used every day so you can keep it a regular part of your daily regimen. It's a dual chemical AND physical exfoliant and the powder transforms into light foam that rinses off easily!
- Do you love a good scrub, but don't want to irritate mild to moderate acne? Try True's Essential Radiance Skin Polish. This scrub will give you plenty of benefit, but the spherical beads melt into your skin after about a minute of buffing. So easy!
- If you want the convenience of a serum, try Murad's Night Reform Treatment. After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount and then add your moisturizer. You will wake up to fresher, smoother more radiant skin!
- Want the best of both worlds? Try a product that will offer chemical and physical exfoliation like Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging Buffing Beads. The beads will buff the top layer of the skin while active ingredients fight the signs of aging below the surface of your skin.
- Let's not forget the skin below your neck! Keep hands, feet, and other body parts soft and smooth with Eminence Blueberry Soy Sugar Scrub. This yummy scrub will make your face jealous of the rest of your skin!
