Ideas to Spice Up Your Skincare Routine

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Ever wonder what the perfect skincare routine is for your skin type or what the ideal brand is for you?

There are many types of skin, but some of the most common are sensitive, dry, and combination skin. There are also many different skincare options you can choose from that help with texture or breakouts for your specific skin type.

Here are some tips and tricks to care for sensitive skin, but first, you might be asking what it is. Sensitive skin is a skin type that gets easily irritated and often leads to dryness, redness, itchiness, and breakouts. You can avoid irritating your sensitive skin by using products that are fragrance-free, taking warm showers, moisturizing regularly, and being cautious with certain fabrics like wool to help minimize rash outbreaks. A well-known skincare brand that can help prevent irritation is CeraVe. CeraVe is a dermatologist-recommended brand that contains ceramides and hyaluronic acid, which help restore the skin barrier and keep moisture locked into your face. 

Another typical skin type is dry skin. Dry skin is when your face lacks moisture or oil. This can make your skin rough and often result in a flaky or itchy appearance. Some ways to avoid this are by using moisturizers or ointments regularly and staying away from hot showers. One of the best skincare brands for this condition is La Roche-Posay. This brand offers lots of moisturizing products that contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and ceramide-3 that helps keep skin hydrated.

Lastly, there’s combination skin. Combination skin is when both oily and dry areas are on the face resulting in an oily t-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) and dry cheeks or other areas like the jawline. It is good to know that combination skin can be formed by stress, hormonal changes, or even weather changes. A good skincare brand that can help with this issue would be The Ordinary. The Ordinary has products that contain niacinamide and zinc, which help target and regulate oil production, while other products also contain hyaluronic acid, which helps provide hydration.

Skincare is more than just what we put on our faces. It’s about understanding what kind of products can make a difference for our various skin types. When it comes to choosing the right brand for your skin it is important to take a chance on CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, and The Ordinary to see what works best for you!

Nadia Venzon '27

Hi everyone! My name is Nadia Venzon and this is my first year in journalism. I am really excited to write about topics that interest you! Not only is this my first year but I am also a new section editor! A fun fact about me is that I love to write about personal nonfiction and I love to dance outside of school.

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