A New Year, a New You: 4 Steps to Transform Your Average Look into a Stunning Beauty

Skin covers a large area of the face, so skin care is crucial.

1. Cleanse

Gentle cleansing is an important aspect of skin care. Many skin problems, such as sensitivity, redness, dryness, and flaking, often occur when the skin’s protective barrier is damaged due to over-cleansing. In addition to using a daily cleanser, there are a few points to pay special attention to in the skin cleansing routine, but they are often overlooked.

Pay attention to the frequency of using cleansing masks

When using cleansing masks, consider the frequency of use based on your skin type. Overusing this product can damage the skin’s natural protective barrier. These are just general suggestions, and each person should adjust according to their specific skin condition. Especially, if your face is sensitive, experiencing allergies, or breaking out, avoid using cleansing masks.

Be cautious when using acidic products

The function of acids is to exfoliate the skin to achieve rejuvenation. However, women should know that the skin’s protective barrier actually includes layers of keratin and oil secreted by the skin itself.

Frequent use of products containing acids can not only remove the old stratum corneum but also damage the healthy stratum corneum. Therefore, even if you have healthy skin, be cautious when using acidic products.

2. Moisturize

Moisturizing is not difficult. Toners, serums, and creams can help moisturize the skin, but be careful not to over-moisturize.

Many women still have dry skin, or oily on the outside and dry on the inside, even after using numerous moisturizing products. As a result, they may think of applying a face mask up to 3 times a week. In reality, applying too many masks not only fails to provide sufficient moisture but also causes water retention in the skin.

Proper moisturizing gives you soft, dewy skin.

3. Sun Protection

There is no need to explain the importance of sunscreen. To put it simply, if you spend millions on whitening essences, it may not be as effective as spending a few hundred thousand on sunscreen.

If you do these things well and have a healthy diet and work schedule, your skin condition will definitely improve.

Hair Care

Hair has a significant impact on one’s appearance. A suitable hairstyle can make the face look smaller and more delicate, while an unsuitable one can make the face look older. Therefore, in addition to facial care, investing time in hair care is also essential.

Hair quality depends not only on genetic factors but also on daily care. In particular, washing your hair correctly is one of the critical factors in achieving soft and shiny hair. Pay attention to the hair care routine to achieve a perfect look.

Healthy, shiny hair can enhance a woman’s beauty.

Step 1: Brush Your Hair

Before washing your hair, brush it to remove tangles, which can reduce hair loss during the washing process. You can use a brush with an air cushion to prevent static electricity and massage the scalp when feeling tense.

The air-cushioned brush prevents friction between the hair and the brush, untangles the hair, and reduces breakage.

Step 2: Wet Your Hair

Many people may think that wetting the hair is simple, but there are two important points to note:

1 Always use warm water

2 Wet the scalp in the direction of hair growth

Using warm water helps remove dirt and oil. Avoid using very hot water, as it can make the scalp very dry and prone to sensitivity.

Additionally, when rinsing your hair, do it in the direction of hair growth to avoid disturbing the hair cuticles. Protecting the hair’s cuticles means protecting your hair.

Image of hair cuticles when rinsing hair in the wrong direction (left) and the correct direction (right).

Step 3: Shampoo

After wetting your hair, you can start using shampoo. An important note is not to apply shampoo directly to your hair. Instead, put a sufficient amount of shampoo in your hand, lather it up, and then apply it to your scalp. This method not only helps prevent irritation but also cleans the scalp more effectively.

During the washing process, gently massage with your fingertips, avoiding using your nails, as this can scratch the scalp. After cleaning the entire scalp, you can use the remaining lather on the mid-lengths and ends of your hair, then rinse thoroughly.

It’s important to note that shampoo mainly affects the scalp, so the ends of the hair tend to be drier after washing. If you wash your hair for too long, it will become drier and lose moisture, so wash your hair reasonably to keep it soft and smooth.

Create a lather with the shampoo before applying it to your hair instead of putting it directly on your scalp.

Step 4: Conditioner

The next step is to apply a conditioner or hair mask. This moisturizing product should be applied from the mid-lengths to the ends of the hair, avoiding the scalp. After application, you can shower, wash your face, brush your teeth, etc., and then rinse your hair thoroughly.

Step 5: Dry Your Hair

After washing your hair, many people make the mistake of rubbing their hair with a towel to dry it. When hair is wet, the hair cuticles open up. Rubbing the hair with a towel disturbs the cuticles, making the hair prone to dryness and coarseness. In fact, the correct way to dry hair is to wrap it in a towel and gently press to absorb the moisture.

Rubbing hair with a towel after washing can damage the hair cuticles.

Step 6: Blow-dry

There are two points to note when blow-drying hair: First, dry the scalp first, then the ends, and always dry in the direction of hair growth for smoother hair. Second, don’t hold the blow dryer too close to the hair.

Women with dry, curly, or damaged hair can apply a small amount of hair oil to the ends while the hair is still damp, then continue blow-drying until completely dry. After drying, you can brush your hair with a comb or brush.

Drying hair in the correct direction will make it smoother and shinier.

Hand Care

There’s a saying that our hands are our second face. Well-maintained hands with soft skin can make a great impression. Taking care of your hands is simple; just pay attention to the following two things:

1. Trim Your Nails Regularly

If you’re not into nail art, regular nail trimming is essential. First, there can be a lot of bacteria and dirt trapped under long nails if they’re not cleaned properly. Second, long nails can make you look unkempt. Take care of the dead skin around your nails when you trim them.

Beautiful hands with soft skin can be a woman’s second face.

2. Moisturize Your Hands Regularly

To keep your hands soft, apply hand cream regularly, especially after washing your hands. It may feel a bit sticky at first, but you’ll get used to it over time.

Oral Care

Everyone knows the importance of oral care. More importantly, oral care can be quite expensive, so preventing issues before they arise can save you a lot of money. Taking care of your oral health is simple and includes the following:

– Brush your teeth in the morning and at night

– Rinse your mouth after meals and after consuming dark-colored drinks (like coffee)

– Get orthodontic treatment if needed

If you brush and rinse regularly but still have bad breath, consider if there might be an issue with your digestive system.

Proper brushing can help you achieve clean, bright, and even teeth.