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In this era of pursuing beauty, cosmetics have become an indispensable part of the lives of many beauty lovers. From skin care in the morning to makeup removal at night, cosmetics run through every beautiful moment of our daily life. However, facing the dazzling array of cosmetics shelves and complex brands, how can we choose the Products that are truly suitable for ourselves? This is not only related to our beauty appeal, but also closely related to our skin health. Next, let us explore the secrets of choosing cosmetics together.
1. Understand your skin type
Before starting to choose cosmetics, understanding your skin type is the key first step. Because different skin types have very different needs and adaptability to cosmetics.
(I) Dry skin type
People with dry skin have low skin moisture content and less sebum secretion, which often gives people a delicate but lacking luster. In daily life, this type of skin is prone to tightness, especially after cleansing, the tightness is more obvious. Moreover, with age or seasonal changes, the skin may become rough or even peel. When buying cosmetics, people with dry skin should focus on products with high moisturizing effects. For example, in terms of skin care products, creams rich in oil ingredients are a good choice, such as creams containing avocado oil and shea butter, which can form a moisturizing protective film on the skin surface and effectively lock in moisture. When choosing cleansing products, you should avoid using products with too strong cleaning power, and choose mild, moisturizing cleansers to avoid excessive cleansing and loss of skin moisture.
(II) Oily skin
The characteristics of oily skin are more obvious, the skin secretes sebum vigorously, and the face is often shiny, especially in the T zone (forehead, nose and chin), where the oil secretion is more prominent. People with this skin type usually have larger pores and are prone to blackheads, acne and other problems. For people with oily skin, oil control and cleansing are the core points of buying cosmetics. In terms of cleansing products, you can choose amino acid cleansers with strong cleaning power but not overly irritating. It can effectively remove excess oil and dirt on the skin surface while maintaining the acid-base balance of the skin. For toner, you should choose a refreshing product with oil-control effect, such as toner containing salicylic acid, which can help unclog pores and reduce oil secretion. When choosing lotions and creams, products with light texture and non-greasy texture are more suitable to avoid adding burden to the skin.
(III) Neutral skin type Neutral skin type can be said to be the ideal skin type favored by God.
The moisture and oil secretion of the skin are in a relatively balanced state, neither too dry nor too greasy. The skin surface is smooth and delicate, elastic and shiny, with small pores, and it is not easy to have skin problems such as acne and blackheads. For people with neutral skin type, the choice of cosmetics is relatively wide, but you still need to pay attention to the mildness and moisturizing properties of the product to maintain the good condition of the skin. Skin care products can choose some products with moderate texture and basic moisturizing and nourishing effects, such as lotions containing hyaluronic acid, which can replenish moisture for the skin and maintain the moisture of the skin. When choosing makeup products, you can also choose freely according to your personal preferences, but you should also pay attention to the quality of the product and its irritation to the skin.
(IV) Combination skin
People with combination skin have the characteristics of both oily and dry skin. Usually, the T-zone is oily, while other parts such as the cheeks are relatively dry. This skin type requires more careful and targeted selection of cosmetics. For the oily parts of the T-zone, you can use the same care methods as oily skin, and choose products with strong oil control and cleansing power. For example, using an oil-control toner specifically for the T-zone can effectively inhibit the oil secretion of the T-zone. For dry parts such as the cheeks, you should focus on moisturizing and nourishing, and choose a moisturizing cream or lotion for care. When choosing makeup products such as foundation, you should also pay attention to the texture and concealer of the product, which should be able to cover the blemishes in the T-zone and ensure that the cheeks are docile and moisturized.
(V) Sensitive skin
People with sensitive skin have more fragile skin and react more strongly to external stimuli. Skin is prone to allergic symptoms such as redness, itching, stinging, and peeling, which may be caused by contact with certain cosmetic ingredients, climate change, food and other factors. For people with sensitive skin, safety and mildness are the primary considerations when purchasing cosmetics. Products that are alcohol-free, fragrance-free, pigment-free, and non-irritating preservatives should be selected. It is best to choose skin care products with soothing and repairing effects, such as products containing ingredients such as chamomile and purslane, which can effectively relieve skin sensitivity symptoms. Before using new cosmetics, be sure to conduct a local trial behind the ear or on the inside of the wrist and observe for 24-48 hours. If there is no allergic reaction, use it normally.
2. Pay attention to the ingredients of cosmetics
Understanding the ingredients of cosmetics is an important part of purchasing cosmetics, because the ingredients directly determine the efficacy of the product and its impact on the skin.
(I) Common active ingredients
Hyaluronic acid: Hyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluronic acid, is a powerful moisturizing ingredient. It has extremely strong water absorption and can absorb hundreds of times its own weight in water, thereby replenishing moisture to the skin and increasing the skin's hydration and elasticity. Hyaluronic acid is widely used in both skin care products and makeup products. Products such as moisturizing essence, moisturizing cream, and moisturizing foundation may contain hyaluronic acid ingredients.
Vitamin C: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that can inhibit the formation of melanin, reduce spots and dullness, brighten the skin tone, and make the skin whiter and more translucent. At the same time, vitamin C also has the effect of promoting collagen synthesis, which helps to maintain the elasticity and firmness of the skin. Cosmetics containing vitamin C, such as whitening essence, antioxidant cream, etc., are suitable for people who want to improve their skin tone and delay skin aging.
Niacinamide: Niacinamide is also a common whitening ingredient. It can effectively inhibit the transfer of melanin from melanocytes to keratinocytes, thereby reducing the formation of spots and brightening the skin tone. In addition, niacinamide also has the effects of repairing the skin barrier, controlling oil, and reducing skin inflammation. In skin care products, niacinamide is often added to whitening essences, lotions, creams and other products, and is loved by many consumers.
Retinol (Vitamin A alcohol): Retinol is a form of vitamin A that can promote skin cell renewal, stimulate collagen synthesis, reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture and elasticity, and has significant anti-wrinkle and anti-aging effects. However, retinol is somewhat irritating, and tolerance needs to be established when using it, and it should be avoided during the day to avoid adverse reactions due to ultraviolet radiation. Products containing retinol are usually anti-wrinkle essences, night creams, etc.
Salicylic acid: Salicylic acid is a fat-soluble organic acid with good cleansing and oil control effects. It can penetrate deep into the pores, dissolve the oil and dirt in the pores, and remove aging keratinocytes, thereby improving problems such as enlarged pores, blackheads, and acne. Salicylic acid also has a certain anti-inflammatory effect and can relieve skin inflammation. In cosmetics, salicylic acid is often added to oil-control toners, cleansing masks, acne-removing products, etc., but high concentrations of salicylic acid may be highly irritating to the skin, and people with sensitive skin should use it with caution.
