The importance of skin care is paramount in many ways.
1. Health aspects
Protection from external influences: The skin is our primary line of defence against environmental aggressors such as UV rays, pollutants and pathogens.
Maintaining hydration: properly moisturised skin helps prevent dryness, cracking and problems associated with dehydration.
Wound healing: healthy skin heals faster and more effectively after injuries.
2. Aesthetic aspects
A youthful appearance: Regular skin care helps slow down the signs of ageing, such as wrinkles and age spots.
Preventing skin problems: Acne, pimples, eczema and other skin problems can often be prevented or minimised with regular skin care.
3. Comfort and well-being
Self-esteem: Healthy, well-groomed skin can contribute to increased self-confidence and positive self-esteem.
Comfort: Keeping your skin hydrated and protected helps prevent discomfort such as itching, pulling or burning.
4. Prevention
Long-term health: Regular skin care helps prevent the development of skin diseases, including more serious problems such as skin cancer.
Early detection: Regular skin care and close monitoring of the skin helps to detect changes or abnormalities early, allowing early intervention.
5. Mental health
Relaxation: A skincare routine, especially when combined with stress-relieving techniques such as massage or aromatherapy, can help to relax the mind and reduce stress.
Self-care: Skin care is a form of self-care that helps you to take time for yourself and to find a balance between body and mind.
The importance of organic and natural cosmetics in skin care is gaining increasing attention as many people are looking for natural alternatives to traditional cosmetics.
Natural ingredients
Skin-friendly ingredients: organic and natural cosmetics contain natural ingredients that are less likely to irritate the skin than synthetic chemicals.
Less chemicals: these products are free of harmful chemicals such as parabens, sulphates, phthalates and artificial fragrances that can cause long-term damage to the skin.
Efficiency
Natural active ingredients: natural ingredients such as aloe vera, shea butter, coconut oil and essential oils are proven to benefit the skin, moisturising, nourishing and protecting.
Gentle care: because they contain fewer irritants, these products are particularly beneficial for people with sensitive skin or allergies.
Awareness and health
Fewer allergens: natural cosmetics contain fewer potential allergens and can therefore reduce the risk of allergic reactions.
Conscious choice: Choosing organic and natural cosmetics is often a conscious decision to preserve health and protect nature.
Long-term benefits
Skin health: in the long term, using products made from natural ingredients can help to keep skin healthy and youthful, as they do not burden the skin with synthetic substances.
General wellbeing: natural essential oils and other plant extracts can have a positive effect not only on the skin but also on general wellbeing, for example through their relaxing or stress-relieving properties.
Choosing the most suitable skin care product depends on a number of factors.
1. Determine skin type
Normal skin: balanced, not too dry and not too oily.
Dry skin: dry to the touch, tight to the touch, prone to flaking.
Oily skin: Shiny, acne-prone, with large pores.
Combination skin: alternating oily and dry areas, e.g. T-zone oily, orca dry.
Sensitive skin: easily irritated, prone to redness, itching.
2. Identifying skin problems
Acne: acne, blackheads.
Signs of ageing: wrinkles, fine lines, age spots.
Pigmentation: dark spots, uneven skin tone.
Dryness: flakiness, roughness.
Sensitivity: redness, irritation.
3. Ingredient control
Natural ingredients: Look for products that contain natural, organic or organic ingredients.
Avoid irritants: Avoid perfume, alcohol, parabens, sulfates, and other irritating chemicals.
Active ingredients: Choose active ingredients that are appropriate for your skin concerns (e.g. hyaluronic acid for hydration, retinol for anti-aging, salicylic acid for acne treatment).
4. Choosing the type of product
Cleaners: Gentle, soap-free cleaners.
Toners: alcohol-free toners to help balance the skin’s pH.
Moisturisers: light, non-comedogenic moisturisers for oily skin, richer creams for dry skin.
Serums: products containing concentrated active ingredients for specific skin problems.
Sunscreens: broad spectrum sunscreens with SPF 30 or higher for daily use.
5. Product testing
Patch test: test on a small patch of skin before use to check for possible allergic reactions.
Initial use: Start slowly introducing the new product into your routine, monitoring your skin’s reaction.
6. Feedback and reviews
Read reviews: See other users’ feedback, especially those with similar skin types and problems.
Dermatologist’s recommendation: Consult a dermatologist, especially if you have more serious skin problems.
