Here are the 6 most Common Mistakes people make when washing their face:
Not washing your hands first. If your hands are dirty when you wash your face, you end up rubbing MORE oil and bacteria into your skin.
Exfoliating too much. Twice a week is good. Everyday will strip your skin of it's natural moisture. I'm talking the potent stuff - the Micro-Dermabrasions Paste, not the gentle exfoliating cleanser you can use twice a day.
Scrubbing too hard! You’re supposed to use a gentle circular motion! If you’re too aggressive, it can actually cause excessive wrinkling.
Using cold water. Warm water helps open your pores and feels better too!
Not using a Toner. Toners help to restore the pH balance in your skin after you cleanse, and Hydrates your skin which is essential to maintaining elasticity! It removes the oily residue and dead skin cells on the surface of your skin thus reducing breakouts. The Redefine Toner also tightens and shrinks pores!
Real talk: Skin care is complicated. Though you may have balms, oils, serums, and moisturizers—which all on paper seem to do the same thing (namely, nourish your skin)—are you actually using them incorrectly?
Your army of beauty products are not interchangeable (though you can choose either a balm or a moisturizer, and an oil over a serum)—all of these different bottles actually address different needs. Just like your body requires various nutrients to aid the full range of bodily functions (like probiotics for a healthy gut or turmeric to fight inflammation), each component of your skin-care regimen has its own special benefit. (So tell that to your significant other who rolls his or her eyes whenever you add another oil to your makeup bag.)
“To really see improvements with your skin, you need to use products targeted for different skin issues.”
“To really see improvements with your skin, you need to use products targeted for different skin issues,” says Cara Peloso, aesthetician and healer at CAP Beauty. “Using one serum or one oil blend can’t do it all. So a complete regimen would ideally mean layering on products of different weights to address different things.”
For a rule of thumb when navigating your beauty bag, Peloso says to go by the weight of the product—from the lightest to heaviest. “Generally, you cleanse and tone, and follow that with a serum, an oil, then moisturizer or balm.”
So, no—you don’t have too many products in your routine. You just need to make sure the ones you’ve got are maximizing your glow goal.
Here’s your guide to skin-care essentials—and what exactly they do.
Serum: the workhorse
This is what you want to splurge on, according to Peloso. Serums are where the magic happens (hence why they tend to be pricier than other skin-care items).
The aesthetician points out that these are usually water-based and gel-like. “They specifically protect against moisture loss, improve your skin’s barrier function, and promote good bacteria on your face,” she explains. Serums also really help with cellular turnover (yes, that’s a good thing). The texture is light and absorbent, and can take the place of a moisturizer if you have really oily skin.
When shopping for a serum, look for one that targets your biggest complexion need—since, as Peloso explains, they “cater to your specific skin concerns, whether it’s hyperpigmentation, anti-aging, acne, anything.” And, she notes, serums can be a transport system, meaning that they intensify what you put on afterwards.
Oil: the glow-inducer
You know how adding oil to an old piece of leather brings it back to life? Peloso likens that tofacial oilsfor your skin. “Oils give you brightness and nourishment,” she says. “They’re typically full of essential fatty acids and vitamins that feed your complexion useful nutrients that’ll give your face that coveted radiance.”
All you need is a couple of drops either mixed in with or right before your moisturizer (or balm). Although you can choose between an oil and a serum, Peloso notes that the latter grants more targeted results while the former helps soften the skin and relieve any flakiness (so together they’re basically a power couple).
There are a plethora of oils to choose from, but among Peloso favorites are grapeseed, black cumin, and safflower for acne-prone skin, and evening primrose, borage, argan, and prickly pear seed for anti-aging benefits.
Moisturizer: the hydrator
Yes, amoisturizeris exactly what you think it is: It protects and hydrates your skin. “Whereas serums are more targeted, moisturizers are occlusive and seal the rest of your skin-care [products] in,” says Peloso.
The product is a mixture of oil and water, and tends to have either a shea butter, beeswax, or soy wax within it to keep the formula thick and binded, she says.
“These you layer on—feel free to apply a generous amount,” notes Peloso. Choose between a moisturizer and a balm as the final step in your skin-care routine—both are more luxe, protective layers of hydration (although balms work double-duty as cleansers, too).
Balm: the protector
Though balms are also occlusive, they differ from moisturizers since they don’t have any water in them. “Balms are like a solid oil that will turn into a liquid oil on your face,” Peloso explains. “You use a very small amount, since they’re concentrated, whereas with moisturizers you use more. They’re great for the winter since they provide a nourishing, protective top layer on your skin.”
Though both a moisturizers and a balm are good for getting that plumped complexion, the latter product is ideal for really dry, flaky skin, periods of acute dryness, or for traveling (that’s because they can work in place of a moisturizer—hello, multitasker!)
And that’s not the only way they do double duty: “Balms also work as a cleanser because they’re very hydrating,” notes Peloso. “You can even leave one on as a mask.”
From blustery days to cool, dry temperatures, winter weather can take a toll on your complexion. Whether you’re facing occasional redness or prone to more frequent chapping and peeling—not to worry. SOOTHE™ Regimen is on your side, featuring a complete Multi-Med® Therapy solution designed especially for sensitive skin.
Follow this checklist to help rescue your skin and find relief:
Say goodbye to harsh, exfoliating cleansers. If your skin is feeling itchy or tight, your face wash might be too drying, which can strip the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Try a calming formula like SOOTHE Gentle Cream Wash, which combats dryness and cracking with ceramides that help nurture the skin’s natural delicate barrier and strengthen its resiliency.
Be ready when sensitivity strikes. Visible redness may be your skin’s natural way of reacting to external triggers like wind, razor burn, or cosmetic products—but chapped skin doesn’t have to ruin your day. Put your best face forward with SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment, featuring optical filters that neutralize the look of redness in just 5 minutes. This multi-tasking formula also contains Dimethicone and Allantoin to help fortify the skin’s natural delicate barrier, relieve dryness and reduce the signs of sensitivity.
Moisturize like you mean it. The skin’s natural lipid barrier is designed to hold moisture and keep environmental factors from causing sensitivity. When that barrier is compromised, your skin becomes more vulnerable and may appear red, dry or cracked. You can nourish your skin daily with SOOTHE Moisture Replenishing Cream, a rich, dewy formula that uses RF COLD FISSION™ technology to help replenish skin’s natural moisture balance.
Don’t let overcast winter days fool you. The sun’s UVA/UVB rays can still penetrate the cloud cover and reach your skin, so applying sunscreen is a must every day of the year. If you find traditional sunscreens too harsh, SOOTHE Mineral Sunscreen is an ideal alternative for sensitive skin. This lightweight formula features Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide to deflect ultraviolet rays and reduce the look of redness.
Remember: You have the power to break the cycle of sensitivity and maintain a healthy-looking, even-toned complexion year round. Think of SOOTHE Regimen as your sensitive skin’s best friend.
With Spring around the corner, now’s the perfect time to take a closer look in the mirror and set your skincare goals, if you haven't already, for 2017. Perhaps you’re no stranger to skin woes, and you’ve been striving for clear skin from a young age. Or maybe you’re just beginning to see crow’s feet and expression lines show up. In any case, remember that your choices and skin habits today will affect the way you look and feel tomorrow, next year and well into the future.
What if your best-looking skin is yet to come?
Here’s what you can do to achieve your skincare goals and see visible improvements during the weeks ahead:
#1 Meet your skin where it’s at today. Start with a skincare assessment to identify your current needs. If you struggle with acne breakouts or sensitivity, choose a whole-face regimen designed to address those concerns. Based on Multi-Med Therapy, Rodan + Fields skincare combines the right ingredients in the right formulations and in the right order—so you can see the best possible results.
#2 Stick to a daily skincare routine. Once you’ve found the right skincare system for your concerns, follow each step of your regimen every day—even when you’re traveling or feeling “too busy.” The more you add or subtract products, the harder it is for your skin to find its balance.
#3 Practice patience. Unfortunately, younger-looking skin doesn’t happen overnight. When using new products, it may take several weeks for your skin to adjust before you start seeing improvement—don’t be discouraged. With a diligent approach, you can combat the effects of time and the environment for a firmer, more radiant, flawless-looking complexion.
#4 Check in with your skin periodically. Skin changes just like life changes. With age, the signs of sunny vacations and stressful weeks can start showing up on your skin. Dark marks from pregnancy or picked pimples may suddenly present new challenges for your complexion. Skin concerns also change from season to season, and year to year. Be willing to reassess your skin as time goes on—maybe you’ve seen your breakouts clear up and now it’s time to tackle wrinkles!
No matter where you are on the journey to a healthier, younger-looking complexion, it’s never too late to change your skin’s destiny. After accounting for genetics, you actually have control over 80 percent of how your skin ages*—now that’s great skin potential.
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