Wednesday, March 16, 2011

How to: Age Gracefully with Skin Care


Here are 4 Quick Tips to live by!

1. PROTECT Your Skin.
The best, most important thing you can do for your skin at any age, is consistently use sunscreen. Make it a habit to make it a part of your daily routine, because sun damage is the number one cause of premature aged skin. Using a moisturizer with an SPF of 15 or higher is ideal.
We love PCA Skin's extensive line of moisturizers with SPF, because they provide ultimate protection without an overly thick, creamy sunscreen feel.

2. Keep it Moist.
Experts say that moisturizer is a critical piece of the puzzle. Despite what type of climate you live in, it is necessary. This is the place you want to avoid being frugal. If you spend money on anything, it should be toward a good moisturizer, complete with a gentle cleanser (NO bar soap on your face. Ever.), and an alcohol-free toner.

3. More Does Not Mean Better.
Don't overdo it. Don't over-exfoliate (once a week at most), and don't over scrub your face, (even if it's just with water and a washcloth). The skin on your face is fragile - treat it with care.

4. Utilize the Experts.
Speaking with a professional will help you to establish a good base of knowledge about how to care for your face. If you move climates, your skin will move right along with you. The same is true with seasons. An expert can help guide you through those changes and reccommend proactive self-care steps.

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