Have you ever wondered what the secret to bright, healthy-looking skin is? It isn’t makeup. The key to healthy skin is cleansing properly. Learning how to wash your face properly is crucial – because no, a splash of water and some generic soap won’t do. So, let’s delve into the matter.
STEPS TO WASH YOUR FACE THE RIGHT WAY
From make-up residue to pollution, your skin is exposed to a lot. All these things can leave your complexion tired, dull, and prone to breakouts. That is why proper cleansing is essential. Within weeks of a consistent regimen, you will notice just how much your skin improves. Just follow these steps:
STEP 1 – CHOOSE THE RIGHT CLEANSER
What you use to wash your face is as important as the technique itself. Thus, the first thing to do is to choose the right cleanser. You should only use products formulated specifically for the face. Hand soaps and shower gels are usually too harsh and can leave behind an unsightly rash.
Even if you don’t have sensitive skin, choose a gentle cleanser. There are many products made with natural ingredients – these are your best choices.
STEP 2 – WASH YOUR HANDS AND REMOVE MAKEUP
Before starting with the actual cleansing of your face, you should wash your hands. As a rule, you should avoid touching your face throughout the day if your hands are not clean. Dirt and sebum from your hands can clog the pores on your face, resulting in an acne outbreak. Additionally not touching your face is especially important now to reduce the risk of contracting nasty viruses, like Covid-19
STEP 3 – NOW WASH YOUR FACE
Once your hands are clean, proceed to remove your makeup. An oil-based makeup remover is your best bet as any cosmetics will cling to the oil. Micellar water is another excellent choice. No matter what you use, soak a facecloth or cotton pad into the product and rub off all traces of makeup.
The reason why you shouldn’t get straight to washing is that face cleansers may not be strong enough to remove thick foundation or waterproof products.
When the makeup’s gone, it’s time to wash your face. A facial massager and cleanser like the rechargeable Finishing Touch Flawless Cleanse. It’s the perfect tool for the job because:
- Its sonic vibrations loosen, lift and remove dirt, oil, and makeup
- It’s great for unclogging pores
- The vibrations help promote circulation, stimulating collagen production for soft, smooth, firm, and younger-looking skin
- It has FOUR cleansing and massage modes: Gentle Cleanse, Deep Cleanse, Gentle Massage and Deep Massage.
- It’s waterproof – use it in the shower!
- It uses 100s of ultra-hygienic, soft silicone fingers
HOW TO USE THE FLAWLESS CLEANSE TO WASH YOUR FACE:
- Hold down the button to turn on the cleanser
- Select your cleaning mode
- Apply your favourite cleanser to the Flawless Cleanse
- Now gently rub the cleanser into your face, neck and décolletage in circular motions
- Rinse your cleanser off thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean, soft towel
BONUS TIP #1: The Flawless Cleanse can also be used with facial moisturisers and serums, to deeply penetrate the skin
BONUS TIP #2: When you wash your face, don’t forget to also clean the area behind your ears!
STEP 4 – REPEAT STEPS 2 AND 3
Double-cleansing is a face washing technique developed to ensure that you’ve removed all traces of makeup and cleaned the skin properly. You could skip this step if you didn’t wear makeup. However, if you’ve used waterproof makeup, you may find that you still have panda eyes even after the first wash. The only difference is that you shouldn’t use an oil makeup remover for the second wash. Use micellar water instead.
ALL ABOUT MICELLAR WATER
Keeping your face clean is often challenging. Sure, you could use wipes, but the truth is that face wipes are designed to remove makeup, not keep your skin squeaky clean. Thus, if you’re looking for easy ways to wash your face on the go, you should ditch the wipes and use micellar water instead.
You don’t have to rinse off micellar water, so it is very simple and convenient to use to freshen-up your skin wherever you are. It’s also much better than face wipes, which wipe off make up on the surface, but fail to give a proper deep clean of your skin.
STEP 5 – MOISTURISE
Don’t forget to moisturise your face! Whilst “Cleanser-Toner-Moisturiser” used to be the mantra, toner is not a neccessity and can be too harsh on some skin. If toner is part of your routine, you may use some before this step.
Some of the reasons moisturiser is great include:
- Helps prevent dryness
- It can help prevent breakouts
- Helps the skin look brighter
- Keeps skin looking younger by preventing fine lines and wrinkles
- It can help soothe sensitive skin
Don’t forget to patch test before using a new moisturiser. Additionally, use a moisturiser with SPF even in colder months to protect the skin from harmful sun rays.
FACE CLEANSING TIPS & ADVICE
Knowing how to wash your face is crucial if you want smooth, glowing skin. However, there is more to it. Here are a few quick tips to follow:
- Exfoliate once a week: Washing your face every day won’t remove all dead skin cells. Exfoliation is necessary – although you should never overdo it because you could end up with a nasty irritation. Use a mild exfoliator and rub it gently with a silicone facial cleanser. Proceed with your normal cleansing routine after you’ve exfoliated.
- Deep cleanse with a clay mask: Once or twice a week, you should also deep cleanse your face with a clay mask. Wash your face following the steps above, then apply the mask as instructed on the product. Wait for the necessary time, then wash it off with lukewarm water.
- Never use harsh cleansers: One mistake you could make, especially if you have oily skin, is using a harsh, astringent face wash. However, stripping away all the oil on your skin will only make matters worse. The best thing to do is to use a gentle cleanser with a neutral formula.
- Don’t let the cleanser soak into your skin: If you’re using a cream face wash, you might be tempted to leave it on for longer than necessary. However, a cleanser is not a face mask and shouldn’t be used as such. If you leave it on for too long, it could clog your pores, causing your skin to breakout.
- Pay attention to the water temperature: When washing your face, pay attention to never use too hot water. Lukewarm is the way to go, the warmer temperature making it easier to remove makeup and dislodge dirt from your pores. However, hot water can dry out your skin. For this reason, you should also avoid washing your face in the shower.
FLAWLESS SKIN WASN’T BUILT IN A DAY
Glowing skin doesn’t just happen. You have to establish a routine and stick to it. Using the right products is crucial, but so is the technique. Manually you may not be able to cleanse your face as effectively as a facial massager and cleanser can, so it’s definitely worth including in your bank of skincare goodies!
So, are you ready to make your skin healthy and shiny? Don’t forget to check out other beauty tips from our blog and explore the Finishing Touch Flawless range for Flawless skin before you go.