Basic skin care routine: 3 things to include

Your everyday behaviours actually have a significant influence on what you see in the mirror, so having great skin is not only a question of genetics.Nevertheless, based on the product evaluations you read or the doctors you see, there are a plethora of opinions on topics ranging from how to moisturise to how to protect yourself from UV radiation. In the end, Skin care is ultimately just a question of personal choice.

Whether you like a speedy 3-step morning skin care routine or have time for a complete 10-step nightly treatment, the order in which you apply your products is more important than the total number of items. If you're just starting out, stick to the basics: 

• Cleansing – washing your face.

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Always take off your makeup and wash your face with a cleanser that is suitable for your skin type before using any skincare products. To ensure that substances are fully absorbed, skin must be thoroughly clean and free of oil and filth.

• Toning – bringing the skin back into balance.

In essence, they are basically preparing your skin so that following chemicals will absorb easier. The "good" toners either contain chemical exfoliants to treat acne and pimples or calming, moisturising elements to relieve dry skin.

• Moisturising – Hydrating and softening the skin.

Your skincare routine must include a moisturiser. It doesn't matter if your skin is extremely oily, prone to breakouts, or just having a bad day since nothing else will keep your skin barrier intact, which is what gives your face the appearance of being healthy and glowing.

Any skin-care regimen should aim to optimise your skin health performance as well as troubleshoot or concentrate on any problem areas. Although the science behind skin-care products has advanced significantly, there is still no such thing as an overnight fix; the results take time to manifest. Consistent usage is required to observe results. One can also add sunscreen to their skincare regimen as it just serves to protect your face and act as a shield against the elements; it is not intended to penetrate anything. Basically, it's just protecting your skin and not doing anything to it.