Dry weather is always a concern for women, even if their skin is moisturized it can still fall into an imperfect state. Therefore, women need to equip themselves with sufficient knowledge to achieve the best skincare results. You should avoid these 4 mistakes.
1. Washing your face with too hot water
Many people think that washing their face with hot water helps the skin feel less cold and more comfortable. However, this is a serious mistake. Hot water can “destroy” the moisture of the skin, making it dry and even more severely irritated. Therefore, you must absolutely avoid washing your face with hot water in the winter, instead, you should wash it with lukewarm water or slightly warm water.
2. Exfoliating too much
Exfoliating is an essential step in skincare routine but it can also cause adverse reactions if you do it too often.
Regular exfoliation not only irritates and dries out the skin but also affects the skin’s protective barrier. Therefore, you should only exfoliate about 1-2 times per week to avoid harming your skin.
3. Not using sunscreen
Many people believe that they don’t need to apply sunscreen in the winter when the sun is mild. However, even in the winter, the sun’s UV rays can still cause skin aging. Applying sunscreen creates a protective barrier for the skin against wrinkles, dark spots, and freckles.
4. Choosing the wrong moisturizer
You can choose moisturizers with a lightweight texture and high absorption to avoid clogging the skin but still keep the skin radiant and full of vitality. In addition, using gentle and suitable moisturizers for all skin types can be a savior for dry skin in the dry season.
If the skin shows signs of dryness, you should use a hydrating mist after cleansing, before applying moisturizer to create a moisturizing base for the skin. Spray the hydrating mist 2-3 times a day to moisturize the skin when the humidity in the air drops low or you have to sit in an air-conditioned room regularly.
The best way to use it is after washing your face and before applying toner. You can also use hydrating mist after applying makeup as a finishing step to set the makeup layers on your skin without feeling heavy.
At the end of a long day, the skin becomes tired, after completing your nighttime skincare routine, you also need to use hydrating mist. The moisture of the hydrating mist will be sufficient for the skin to avoid excessive oil or grease.