Ngl, I don’t have the greatest looking skin.
I have large pores and get angry breakouts when it’s that time of the month. I tried wearing make-up before, but my sensitive skin was just not having it. After having multiple inflammations and irritated skin for days, I decided to focus on a good skincare routine instead.
First of all, let’s admit that having precious foundation smudged on our face masks is not the best feeling. I’m sure some of you even got maskne from it (acne caused by wearing face masks).
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Don’t get me wrong, I’m not against the idea of wearing make-up. But I personally believe that having healthy skin is more important. Besides, I could save more money by practicing minimalist make-up and investing more on my skin’s natural glow. In fact, I find more people on board the idea of embracing authenticity and naturalness!
After researching and understanding my skin type, I developed my own daily and weekly skincare regime that gives me healthy, radiant skin. My steps are simple and don’t require too much budget and effort!
Daytime:
Nighttime:
I’ve been following this routine for a year. My breakouts aren’t as bad as before and I feel confident in my own skin now more than ever.
Here’s what I learned:
Just because it works on your favorite TikToker, it doesn’t mean that it works for you too!
For example, clay masks may be suitable for oily and combination skin, but that is not always the case for dry skin. It is important to understand what is best for your skin and what’s not. This could prevent a lot of unwanted skin troubles in the long run, which brings me to my next point..
Ask yourself: “What is my skin type?”
Before I learned about my sensitive and combination skin, I would buy any moisturizer thinking they were all the same. I ended up with even oilier skin after using the wrong moisturizer several times — big yikes!
There are gel, liquid/lotion, or cream, and each of them works best on a particular skin type. This applies to almost every product that you introduce into your skincare regime.
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Here’s a general list of skin types:
Here’s the thing: pore size is genetic.
I’ve tried countless remedies to make my large pores go away, but they irritated my sensitive skin even more. You can’t snap your large pores out of existence (sorry, there’s only one Thanos). However, you can minimize the appearance. One effective trick that I found is by washing your face with warm water and then rinsing with cold water. It’s an easy, cost-effective way to tighten up pores!
You can also opt for charcoal or clay masks. They can draw out impurities, leaving your pores clean and ready to take in serums and all the good stuff. Be careful though, as these masks are not for every skin type. (Refer point #1)
If you exfoliate before using a sheet mask, give yourself a pat on your shoulder.
If you don’t, here’s why you should: Exfoliating removes dead skin and other impurities. It enhances absorption and makes it much easier for serum and key ingredients to penetrate deeper into your skin. It also leaves your skin bright and smooth, so there’s no reason for you to ignore this step!
Exfoliating is also known to prevent clogged pores, hence, reduces breakouts. You must always look for non-comedogenic ingredients in an exfoliator. Non-comedogenic simply means that a product is formulated to avoid clogging pores. These products are usually oil-free.
Seriously, DON’T.
UV rays from the sun can cause wrinkles and age spots to appear on your skin, which are signs of premature skin aging. You should always wear a sunscreen even if it’s cloudy outside.
“But what if I’m indoors?” some of you may ask. Well, UV rays can penetrate through windows, so there’s no excuse!
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It is best to use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 and above. You should also avoid getting under the sun between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and wear a hat that protects your face from the rays if you have to be outdoors at that time.
External care itself is insufficient for a healthy skin. What you put into your body counts too! Below are some habits that may cause your skincare efforts to go to waste:
Self-Care Equals Self-Love
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To me, a skincare routine feels calming especially after a long day at work. I even find myself looking forward to it because it helps me unwind and relax, knowing that my skin is receiving all the attention it needs. It takes time to form the right regime as it requires trial and error, but the result is always worth your time.
If you are new to skincare, it may feel like a chore at first. Once you find a routine that works, your skin will thank you for this!
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Jocelyn Cheng (JC) is an INFP writer seeking to spread inspiration and spark connections through her words. Her dedication to writing has gifted her with an ability to write for multiple platforms (e.g., website, social media, newspaper, magazine, etc) in different fields, namely Education, Travel, and Healthcare. JC personalizes her works by adding a touch of her own experience into the mix whenever she can to relate to her readers. A self-proclaimed poet and currently a freelance writer, she's working on an untitled poetry book at home while juggling between writing for Eduloco, dancing, and keeping her only plant alive.
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