The excesses of the holiday season can have negative effects on the skin, such as dark circles, acne and puffiness.
Just after Christmas is the perfect time to start adopting new skincare habits and sticking to them for the whole year ahead. This is because, during the end of the year holidays, there is a tendency to exaggerate with foods rich in carbohydrates, sugars, fats and fried foods, which have harmful effects on skin tissue.
“There is a direct impact of food on the skin which, due to abuse, tends to become more oily, dehydrated, dull and with the appearance of acne, dark circles and swelling”, explains the dermatologist Dr. Paola Pomerantzeffmember of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.
Chances are you’ve heard of a detox for your body. Then, know that this same tip goes for skincare as well.
Below, the doctor tells you what you need to do to recover your skin after the excesses of the season:
Cleaning
The first step to follow is skin hygiene. To do this, you need to invest in a suitable cleansing and detoxifying product, such as a cleansing oil.
“It is a product that has a combination of oils in its composition. It is the latest fad when it comes to skin cleansing. Cleansing oils mix with impurities, pollution particles, makeup and even the existing oiliness in our skin, they bind to them. The cleansing oil cleanses the skin without aggressiveness, without removing the normal lipid mantle of the skin (as with common soaps),” says the doctor.
The dermatologist points out that one should be careful with very astringent soaps or toners, as these products can remove natural oil from the skin, promoting the “rebound” effect, which occurs when the skin produces more oil to try to make up for the loss.
“People with oily skin can use the cleansing oil, however, a dermatologist should examine your skin to determine which cleansing method is best for you,” adds the expert.
help the renovation
Now, starting with using an exfoliator, it’s time to remove the dead cells to bring the skin back to life.
“Exfoliation will not only enhance the benefits of the cleanse, but it will also allow for more effectiveness of the moisturizer that follows,” says Dr. Paola.
There are natural seed-based exfoliants that can be great options. However, for oily skin or with excess keratin, glycolic and lactic acids can also be indicated, for example.
Tribeca exfoliator, from B.URB, has apricot seeds (apricot), which are able to promote hydration and hygiene of the skin tissue.
Bet on whey
Serum is a great ally to restore the skin’s vitality, as it is highly concentrated and has active ingredients capable of penetrating the deep layers of the skin.
“In the formulation, in addition to hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, resveratrol and other antioxidants can be incorporated to give more vitality to the skin”, underlines the doctor.
Ludmila Bonellicosmiatra, specialist in dermatocosmetics and scientific director of Be Belle, points out that hyaluronic acid can reach deeper layers when it has a low molecular weight.
“Be Hyaluronic, developed by Be Belle, is a powerful instant effect hydrating serum that has a very high concentration of hyaluronic acid to contribute to the health, youth and beauty of the skin, as it is able to maintain high levels of water in the dermis , strengthens the skin barrier, softens fine lines caused by dehydration, protects the collagen fibers responsible for skin support and stimulates the synthesis of hyaluronic acid, thus providing a long-lasting plumping effect”, quotes Ludmila.
use masks
Facial masks can help both those who want to improve oiliness and those who want more hydration for their skin.
However, it’s important to remember that masks have a transient effect. “The masks manage to hydrate themselves by occlusion and this enhances the treatment they offer,” he says.
Get back into the routine of good habits
Don’t prolong the excesses of celebrations. The ideal is to reduce drinks and fatty foods, as well as to seek healthier eating habits.
“Invest in leafy greens, ginger, whole foods, and fruits. Likewise, fall asleep again, avoid cigarettes, and most importantly, take care of your skin when out in the sun. Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and always reapply the protector,” advises the doctor.
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