At the end of the day, it's so easy to do as little as possible about
skin care - splash water on your face, brush your hair and brush your
teeth - before going to bed. That is a nighttime regimen, but hardly a
good one if you are planning to have clean, nourished skin. Too many
women do not give their faces the proper attention before going to bed.
Leaving make-up on overnight has consequences that
are not good. Pores become clogged, and the skin tone turns dull and
flat. If you can devise a nighttime routine that is easy, quick and
relaxing, the appearance of your skin would improve 100-fold.
Cleansing
Cleansing the face before going to sleep is
essential. Don't make the mistake of paying more attention to putting
on your makeup than you do to taking it off. With the array of facial
soaps, gels, milks, and lotions that are on the market today, selecting
a cleanser is just a matter of personal choice. Whatever you do choose,
apply it with a clean, white washcloth dampened in warm water followed
by an alcohol-free toner. A toner will remove any excess residue from
the skin without taking away the moisture. Don't confuse a toner or
refresher with alcohol-containing astringents which are used mostly for
problem skin that has a tendency to develop blemishes.
It is best to remove eye makeup with a gentle
product made specifically for that purpose. If the skin beneath the
eyes is puffy, apply a cotton ball saturated with cold chamomile tea to
the area. Chamomile is a natural soother which will help reduce any
swelling. It should definitely be a part of your skin care routine.
Moisturizing
Apply a night cream. Night creams are not the same
as day creams. Night creams for the skin contain higher concentrations
of humectants which are ingredients that attract moisture from the air
and hold it against the skin. Whereas day moisturizing creams are made
to be used with makeup without interfering with it, night creams are
intended to be used on skin that is free of makeup. It is formulated to
be richer than day creams and work to your best advantage for the
entire night. For the optimum benefit, mist the face with an atomizer
since slightly damp skin absorbs moisturizers better than dry skin can.
Restful, Relaxing Sleep
A night of good, restful sleep is also an
important part of overall skin care and the appearance of your skin.
Many beauty and skin care companies advocate the use of aromatherapy
for this purpose. Lavender, sandalwood, rose and geranium plant oils
are said to relax and calm the brain. They are often used in bath
products, oil lamps and candles. Other scents you might want to try for
promoting relaxation include, chamomile, sage, orange, lemon grass and
seaweed.
Applying talcum powder enriched with plant and
flower essences at bedtime can leave a soothing scent on your skin.
Including these three skin care basics as part of
your nightly beauty regimen—cleansing, moisturing, restful sleep—will
without a doubt nourish and improve your skin and its appearance.
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