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Skin Problems & Cosmetics
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About rough skin
About rough skin
What causes rough skin?
Why does rough skin occur?
We are at risk of having rough skin all year round. In particular, external triggers such as UV rays and pollen, as well as changes in temperature and humidity due to seasonal transitions, can make our skin unstable, leading to a higher tendency for roughness. These external stimuli and skin changes can weaken the skin’s barrier function, resulting in dry and rough skin.
It can also cause skin irritation.
For women, rough skin often occurs before and during menstruation, as well as during pregnancy. This is believed to be due to the unique hormonal rhythms of a woman’s body. Additionally, daily lifestyle habits also play a role in skin roughness.
Stress and fatigue can also negatively impact your skin. Nutritional imbalances caused by dieting, excessive food restriction, and a lack of exercise can also lead to rough skin, so it is important to be careful.
Another surprisingly common cause of rough skin is cosmetics. Choosing the wrong products or using them incorrectly can damage your delicate skin.
Improving rough skin texture
How to use cosmetics correctly
Skincare products themselves do not have the properties to cure or fix rough skin. However, if used correctly, they can help keep the skin strong and healthy, reducing the likelihood of roughness occurring.
Rubbing skincare products too hard in an attempt to make them absorb* into the epidermis is not a good idea. The correct way to care for your skin is to gently massage the product onto the surface so it reaches every corner of the stratum corneum. For moisturizing and protective lotions and creams, use your bare hands to apply them gently, then use your palms to cup your face to spread them evenly. Additionally, applying sunscreen and makeup primers gently without using too much pressure is also important.
When applying makeup, such as foundation or blush, be careful not to rub too hard. Vigorous rubbing with a sponge or bare hands can cause skin problems like roughness, so please be cautious.
When using makeup brushes, choose ones that are soft and comfortable on the skin, and use them in a flat motion. Furthermore, leaving makeup residue on brushes and using them in an unhygienic condition can cause skin irritation. After use, makeup brushes should be cleaned and stored in a clean place.
Additionally, if residue from sunscreen, foundation, and makeup remains on the skin after a long day, it can lead to further problems.
Properly removing impurities is also essential in preventing rough skin. However, you should not scrub too hard because the skin's keratin layer is only as thick as a single layer of plastic wrap. Over-scrubbing can easily lead to rough skin.
Key tips for cleansing without irritating the skin
1. Choose gentle products suitable for your skin type
Cleaning efficiency is important, but you should also choose products that are appropriate for your skin type and do not cause irritation.
2. Use the correct amount
Using too little product will not only fail to remove impurities but also cause unnecessary friction during application, which can irritate the skin. Use an appropriate amount on dry palms and gently apply it all over the face in circular motions. Additionally, using too much may make the cleanser difficult to rinse off, depending on the type. Use the proper amount as recommended by the product instructions.
3. Never over-massage*
Harsh friction can damage the skin. Friction can increase inflammatory factors in the skin, which may weaken the skin barrier. Therefore, you must be careful.
4. Always wash your face after cleansing*
If the cleanser is not completely rinsed off after washing, it can cause skin problems. You should wash your face thoroughly after rinsing off the cleanser or wipe it off with a tissue.
Gentle, non-irritating facial cleansers
1. Lather the soap thoroughly in your palms
Facial cleansers turn into foam that helps encapsulate and remove impurities. If not enough foam is produced, the cleaning efficiency will decrease. The foam also acts as a protective barrier for the skin.
2. Do not scrub too hard
The basic method is to wash your face gently using the foam all over your palms. Many people tend to over-wash the cheek area, so be sure to wash only gently.
3. Rinse with lukewarm water 20 times*
If not rinsed thoroughly, surfactants will remain, and the pH level will temporarily turn alkaline, which can cause irritation. Additionally, if you rinse too much, the skin’s natural lipid film will disappear.
*The appropriate number of rinses for facial foam (Acseine Reset Wash) is approximately 10 to 15 times.
For more information about ACSEINE Reset Wash, please click here.
Improving quality of life
Improving your diet and daily routine is also important in preventing rough skin. A balanced diet is essential for building strong, healthy skin.
However, even if you have a normal lifestyle, there are times when your skin is more prone to roughness. These periods are before and during menstruation, and during pregnancy, when the skin is more sensitive to a woman’s unique biological rhythms. During times when your skin is prone to roughness, consider switching to hypoallergenic cosmetics with high moisturizing properties and take extra care of your skin.
