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Skin Serums:

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  Vitamin c serum: It contains brightening and anti-aging properties. It reduces reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It helps to improve the overal tone and texture of the skin. Hyaluronic acid serum: It's known foÅ• it's ability to hydrate and plum the skin. It reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Retinol serum: It contains the anti-aging properties and has the ability to improve the appearance of fine lines,acne and wrinkles. One of the most loved serums for its anti-agin benefits You can add to your skincare routine to smooth out any rough texture.

Dry Skin:

  Dry skin is also known as xerosis skin. This is a type of skin that lacks adequate moisture. Characteristics of dry skin: Rough texture: it has a very rough texture Cracking: severe dryness can lead to cracking of the skin which may sometimes cause bleeding. Itching: it's also accompanied by intense itching Redness: irritation causes redness mainly on the sensitive areas. Tightness: the skin feels very tight mostly after cleansing Causes of dry skin: Environmental factors Overwashing or use of harsh soaps Medical conditions Natural decrease in oil production. How to manage dry skin: Avoid overwashing and use gentle cleansers Use products containing:glycerin,ceramides,hyaluronic acid and lanolin Stay hydrated Put on breathable materials like cotton.

Normal skin:

  This is a type of skin that is well-balanced and healthy. Characteristics of normal skin Balanced hydration: they are not too oily or too dry Smooth texture: it is soft and with visible pores Minimal blemishes: it is not prone too breakouts Natural glow: it contains healthy appearence Causes of normal skin Genetic factors‐  some people have smooth skin due to hereditary factors. Hormonal balance- when hormones are regulated they minimize excesss oil production or dryness How to manage normal skin: Wash with gentle cleanser twice a day(morning and evening) Consider using lightweight and non-comedogenic moisturizers Reaply  suncreens(spf+30) every two hours when outside. Exfoliate every week with a mild exfoliant Keep your skin hydrated.

Guide on Combination Skin Care

  Morning routine Cleanse-use gentle cleanser Tone Serum-use serum that contains hyaluronic acid Moisturize Suncreen-spf 30+sunscreen Evening routine Cleanse Tone Serum Moisturize‐apply a gel based night cream or a light weight moisturizer Daytime routine Hydrate-take enough water throughout the day Blot-use blotting papers Midday refresh Weekly routine Exfoliate Use Mask(clay mask) General tips Use products that are mainly labeled" combination skin" Maintin a balanced diet Stay hydrated Adjust your skincare routine

Combination Skin:

This is a type of skin that features both oily and dry areas. It night be hard to maintain this kind of skin due to the presence of both dry and oily areas. Characteristics: Oily and dry zones-the t-zone is oily,cheeks and other parts maybe dry Visible pores Prone to breakouts causes Genetics  Environmental factors Skincare products Hormonal changes How to manage it: Use gentle cleansers Hydrate frequently Use light‐weight moisturizer Use suncreen daily Exfoliate once or twice a week