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Skin Care and Beauty

Skin can be classified as :

Normal Skin
Dry Skin
Oily Skin

Your skin will vary slightly based on your skin type. Below we mention general skin care guidelines applicable to all skin types.

Basics of Skin Care

Bathe regularly with hot water and soap. This will remove most of the grease and toxic substances that cause skin problems and skin infections. Use a good moisturising lotion regularly. Water is very important for the skin. A dry skin can invite lot of skin problems. Frequent oil massages can also help if your skin is very dry. Ultraviolet light from sunlight damages the skin. So always wear sunscreen when out in the sun. Healthy nutrition is very important for the skin. So a healthy diet will help you retain a healthy skin.

Skin care for beauty conscious people

Skin Cleansers

A cleanser removes impurities from the skin and restores its natural oil balance. The most basic cleanser is a soap. There are also liquid cleansers for a more powerful cleaning experience. Pad cleansers are used by those using makeup during touch up. Grain cleansers are used by those with oily skin. Cream cleansers are used by those with dry skin.

Skin Refreshers

Refreshers are used after the skin has been cleaned. They rehydrate the skin and make it clear and clean. Astringents are refreshers used for oily and normal skins. Astringents contain alcohol and are not good for dry skin. People with dry or normal skin should use toners or fresheners. Toners and refresheners are mild refreshers.

Skin Moisturizers

Skin moisturizers nourish the skin and replace lost moisture. You should select your moisturizer based on your skin type - whether normal, dry or oily skin. Emollients are creams helpful for dry skin.

Skin Masks

Skin masks helps to remove dead surface skin cells. They also hydrate the skin replacing lost moisture. Please select your facial mask based on your skin type - whether dry, oily or normal skin. Pores packs aavailable for oily skin help to remove blackheads.

For those who use makeup, always apply a foundation. A foundation protects the skin by retaining moisture and keeping out dirt. Please select your foundation based on your skin type (oily, dry or normal skin).

Skin Problems

The most common skin problem is called Eczema. A person with mild eczema only has dry, red, inflammed and itchy skin. Severe eczema results in cracked skin and bleeding. Eczema may be caused by an allergy or unhygenic conditions. Eczema is may be difficult to treat and require continuous or long term treatment. It may have a tendency to flare up under certain conditions.

Rosacea is another skin disorder that usually affects fair skinned people. It is clearly visible on the face. The facial skin looks red and flushed. Rosacea is aggravated by alcohol and hot spicy food. Rosacea is usually controlled by a topical antibiotic.
Another skin disorder is Psoriasis. Psoriasis is a non-contagious genetic disease that is incurable but controllable.