The Biggest Skincare Mistakes To Avoid For Much Better Skin

Your skin is unique, and complex, which is why you have to be careful with the products you use, and the care routine you create. Here are 3 of the most common skincare mistakes to be aware of (and avoid!)

There’s a lot more to skincare than many people realise. It’s not as simple as using a random product from the supermarket or following the advice of your favourite social media influencer, and hoping for the best.

If your current skincare products or routine is not working for you, then maybe you are missing a step. Check out the below to see if there’s a set that you can implement to improve your current skincare habits.

Mistake #1 – Not taking your makeup off at night 

Life gets busy, and the last thing you want to do at bedtime is give yourself more things to do. However, washing your face before bed is vital. Not only will this remove all the makeup, but also the dirt and grime that has built up after a full day.

If you fail to wash your face thoroughly before bedtime, you’ll be leaving this grimy build up on your face all night, which will almost certainly lead to blackheads, blemishes, and clogged pores.

You don’t necessarily need a complicated night time routine, but you do need a simple product or two that will remove makeup, and clean your face. 

Mistake #2 – A poor diet

You can use as many products as you want, but if you have a poor diet, then your skin will always be affected. Your skin is the largest organ in your body and protects your body from chemicals and pollutants. Therefore, you should do everything you can to look after your skin, and not just for aesthetic reasons!

If you consume a diet that is high in processed foods and sugar, you’re again likely to see acne and breakouts, inflammation, and even premature ageing and wrinkles.

Make sure your diet is full of whole grains, fruit and vegetables and be sure to drink plenty of natural or filtered water. You can also add in some supplements to improve the hydration and density of your skin, such as bovine collagen. 

Mistake #3 – Only moisturising your face at night

Moisturiser is an important element in your skincare routine – it reduces the risk of irritation and dry skin by creating a protective barrier from the elements in everyday life.

If you don’t moisturise your face enough (or at all) you’re very likely to experience dry skin, inflammation, irritation and deeper wrinkles.

Some people will only moisturise their face at night. While this is better than nothing, it’s best to moisturise your face in the morning too, especially after washing it. Washing tends to strip away essential oils which causes it to feel dry.

So, by applying a light moisturiser, and let it soak in before applying any makeup, your skin will feel much more supple and perform better throughout the day.

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