To beauty junkies like you and me, wearing makeup on the daily is second nature. Perfectly blended foundation, the perfect flick of eyeliner, and a puckered pout are some things that we would never be caught without.
But doing this every single day while ignoring what your skin is trying to tell you is a cardinal sin. Along with using good quality makeup products, it is extremely vital to follow a stringent skincare routine if you want your skin to look healthy and glowing even on the days when you feel like giving your highlighter a miss. Read on to find out just how to care for your skin if you are someone who prefers to wear makeup every day.
- Get rid of makeup the right way
- Resort to double cleansing
- Use an antioxidant serum
- Pamper your skin a little every once in a while
Get rid of makeup the right way
You all know how important it is to remove makeup every single day before hitting the bed and what happens if you don’t. But did know that how you do this also determines your skin health? If you think that it is all right to leave behind a little bit of stubborn kohl or mascara, then let us tell you that this could have damaging effects in the long run. It could lead to dark circles and broken or stunted lashes.
Resort to double cleansing
It is really important to ensure that you are not just getting rid of all the makeup, but also the dirt, dust and other impurities settled in your pores. Hence, we would advise you to indulge in a two-step, thorough clean-up also called double cleansing. This process thoroughly removes impurities and makeup to leave your skin completely clean and fresh.
Use an antioxidant serum
To help repair and protect your skin, it is important to keep it hydrated and nourished at all times. And what better way to do this than to use an antioxidant-rich serum. Besides hydrating the skin, this serum will protect your skin from environmental aggressors like pollution, dirt, and sun damage. It also prevents the onset of wrinkles, dark spots, pigmentation, amongst other signs of ageing, and gives you firm, youthful skin.
Pamper your skin a little every once in a while
Exposing your skin to makeup products everyday can be harsh on the skin if it is not compensated with proper care. Apart from your usual skincare routine, indulge your skin in some extra TLC every once or twice a week. This is will help replenish your skin and keep it looking radiant and glowing. You can opt for a DIY face mask if you want, or put on a sheet mask if you want quicker results.
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Written by Urvi Dalal on Dec 27, 2019
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!