The skin is said to be the human body’s largest organ. It’s also the part of the body that is most exposed, protecting it from external elements that could do it harm. And yet a lot of people ignore the skin and take it for granted. If you want your skin to do its job, you’re going to have to show it more love. This article will present the four top skin care tips, in fact the only tips you’ll ever need to know to get skin that is smooth and soft.

Cleanse

It is best to keep things simple here. Wash your face after you wake up and before you go to bed. Use a cleanser that is gentle; avoid anything fancy that may contain harsh chemicals. Stay away from bar soaps-they have a tendency to totally dry out the skin. If you have oily skin, go for a water-based cleanser; if you have dry skin, go for a creamier one. Pay your dermatologist a visit if you’re not sure what type of skin you have, or read related articles on the web to find out.

Exfoliate

Exfoliation should ideally be done only once or twice a week. This removes dead skin cells so that your natural complexion can truly shine. It also cleans your pores so they won’t get clogged, which could pave the way for acne. However, take note that one of the most common mistakes people do as far as skin care is concerned is over-exfoliating. This can damage the skin by peeling off even healthy skin cells, rendering the skin dull-looking and rough.

There are in fact different ways to exfoliate. Scrubs, which apply microdermabrasion, are probably the most popular and the most affordable. These work by taking off the dead top layer with tiny grains. Retinoids, on the other hand, also take off the dead top layer. Their advantage is that they also reduce fine lines and make pores smaller. Read the rest of this entry »