While we're all stuck indoors (or should be) for the foreseeable future, treating yourself to a much-deserved facial may seem like a far-off, unimaginable luxury — but that doesn't mean you shouldn't continue to care for your complexion. On the contrary, while the outside world continues to manifest constant feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty, it's more important than ever to take care of your own mental health, and one of the best ways to do so, we'd argue, is by bringing a sense of the spa into your very own bathroom. Enter: the DIY facial.
Sure, you may not be able to properly emulate the perfectly positioned finger strokes of your favorite facialist or even turn your bathroom into a temporary oasis of aromatherapy with sounds of a distant seashore. But, according to some of the top aestheticians, you really can make your skin smoother and softer by re-creating a nearly professional experience at home.
That doesn't mean reaching for the gaggle of devices and products that have been hiding in the back of your medicine cabinet for months. Instead, pour yourself a nice, cold glass of cucumber water and follow these expert-approved steps for some serious self-pampering
Step 1: Start with a double cleanse
With
any type of facial, the first step should always be to cleanse in order
to prep the skin and "start with a clean palette We Esthetician recommends beginning an at-home facial with a double cleanse. Start with an oil-based cleanser to melt away makeup and remove unwanted, dead skin cells while still keeping the skin prtective barrier intact,
Next, choose either a cleanser for you skin type. "Creams are more gentle, so they’re technically [better] for anyone who has sensitized skin, or dry skin" "Gel [cleansers] usually keep pores cleaner."
Rinse off the oil-based cleanser using a warm washcloth and proceed with either a cream or gel cleanser. "Focus on areas of oil and congestion and massage really well into all the nooks and crannies of the skin,
Step 2: Exfoliate
After cleansing, it's time to exfoliate, or slough off the top layer of skin cells and excess oils in order to ensure that the ingredients penetrate and you get the most out of the other steps, Depending on your skin type, you can either go the physical or chemical exfoliant route. If skin is Mature or thin we recommend using an enzyme-based powder that exfoliates without abrading it to leave skin polished and super clean.
If you prefer to exfoliate using a liquid formula, it's suggested swiping on one that contains a blend of chemical exfoliants such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs). also becautions not to go overboard on this step as there are still many more to go and over-exfoliation can cause damage to the skin's protective lipid barrier.
Step 3: Steam
"Fill
a bowl [with] hot water and position your face over the bowl with a
towel over your head to let your skin 'open up' while masking," Louise
recommends, noting that you don’t need a fancy at-home device in order
to reap the benefits of steaming. "A good old-fashioned bowl with slices
of oranges will do a fantastic job of softening the skin and opening
the pores."
Step 4: Mask
Choose
your face mask based on whatever current issues your skin is facing. If
it is oily and prone to breakouts, reach for one that is clay-based or
contains vitamin C. Conversely, if it feels parched or generally dry,
use a face mask that is formulated to replenish hydration; It's
recommends seeking out ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5.For smoothing lines, its suggests using a face mask that's formulated with peptides and antioxidants. The bottom line on face masks is to treat whatever issue you have going on, Some of the most common conditions you can treat with masks include dehydration, dullness, sensitivity, breakouts or oiliness, lack of firmness, and sun damage.
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after removing your face mask of choice, it's time to layer on your favorite serums/treatnent and moisturizer — with the overall goal being hydration.
After applying as many hydrating products as you like (Start with the thinnest to thickest), give yourself a facial massage to boost blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. "It is important to use very hydrating, rich ingredients as the skin is massaged," (Not really recommended for acne skin types.) To give yourself a top-notch facial massage, begin at the chin and gently stroke outwards, Follow a similar pattern on all areas of the face, including often-neglected spots like behind the ear lobes, around your nostrils, and the center of your forehead.
You can use your fingers, a roller, or a gua sha tool — whatever you have on hand — just as long as you don't push too hard. "Don't bruise yourself, . The idea is to go really lightly and focus on draining versus rubbing."
Don't neglect to create — and enjoy — some ambiance
"We
are surrounded by so much noise of all sorts, so I find it really
important to create an ambiance for oneself, whose own
spa-like set-up at home includes an essential oil diffuser, candles,
music, and crystals. Once all the hard work of cleansing, exfoliating,
and masking is over and you're in the midst of a gentle facial massage, it's also suggested that it might be the right time to light a candle,
play some calming music, and give yourself some "lymphatic love."
What not to do during an at-home facial
There
are certain aspects of a professional facial that are always best left
to the professionals. Topping that list is extractions, which, tempting
as they may be, can lead to scarring and worsen inflammation associated
with a breakout, explains board-certified dermatologist Marisa Garshick.
"In this time, when we want to be especially mindful about keeping our
hands off our face, you don’t want to transfer any germs from your hands
to your face and lead to any type of infection," she says.Also on the list of DIY no-no's are certain devices, or rather, a combination of them. If you'd like to incorporate a device — whether a microneedling roller, an LED light, or a microcurrent device — limit yourself to one per facial. "Various devices, when used at home, can lead to potential injury to the skin, make the skin worse, or lead to scarring," Garshick says.
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