There are tons of beauty products on the market that are designed to treat specific problems, but many people choose to use products that are designed for other purposes on their faces. If you have heard someone suggest using a product that is not made for beauty purposes to get clearer skin, you may have wondered if it is safe and effective. These are some products that you can safely use on your face to help you get clearer, healthier skin.
How to Moisturize Your Skin
As you get older, your skin becomes thinner and less elastic, so keeping it hydrated is more important than ever. Thicker moisturizers do a better job of locking in moisture. Petroleum jelly is an excellent moisturizer because it is thick and has almost no water, so it does not evaporate and release moisture, but rather creates a barrier to keep moisture in. It is best to apply petroleum jelly after you take a shower when your skin is damp. It should not cause acne, but if you have oily skin or rosacea you should use a lighter, non-comedogenic moisturizer.
Body lotions and face lotions are often very similar. Face lotions can be milder and provide more moisture, but you can use body lotion on your face.
How to Get Clearer Skin without Drying It out
Many toners and astringents contain alcohol. Depending on the types of alcohol they contain, they may or may not dry out your skin. Products with isopropyl alcohol are more likely to dry out skin and led to inflammation. Benzyl alcohol will not. If you use a toner or astringent to treat oily skin, use a small amount and follow it with a light moisturizer. You might also want to try a different face wash or a topical cream to fight oily skin.
Citrus juices, such as lemon juice, contain citric acid, and apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid. The pH of healthy skin is slightly acidic, which helps fight bacteria and yeast. You can use lemon juice or apple cider vinegar as a mild astringent, but you should dilute it with an equal part water to avoid irritating or burning your skin.
When used sparingly, baking soda can be a natural facial scrub and skin brightener. Dilute it with water to avoid drying out your skin. You can mix it with a face cleanser or coconut oil.
Toothpaste can treat a blemish. Many toothpastes have antibacterial agents, such as triclosan and baking soda. You should only use toothpaste on a blemish for a day or two to avoid irritation. If the toothpaste burns your skin, wipe it off and use a traditional anti-acne product.
An electric cleansing brush can give you healthier skin, but it should only be used a couple of times per week. Using it too much can cause irritation, swelling, and acne.
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If you need help with makeup for a special occasion, come to The Beauty Bar. We can help you choose the right look for your event and give you advice on which products to use to have healthy, glowing skin every day. Contact us today to make an appointment.