How to Start a Skin Care Regime

Setting up a skincare routine is essential if you want to have consistency in your skin. Although you can never predict when you're likely to get breakouts they happen far less often when you have an established skincare routine. Our guide to daily skincare should help you to start a routine and stick to it;

Establish your skin type. If you tend to get spots around your nose and on your forehead but dry skin on your cheeks then you have combination skin. People with dry skin will often feel that their skin is a little dry even after moisturising. People with "normal" or oily skin will find that their skin feels slightly dry after cleansing but feels ok when they've just used moisturiser.

Choose your products. Try to find a cleanser, toner, moisturiser and facial scrub that are suitable for your skin type.

Cleanse your face every morning and evening, avoiding any products that contain soap, as it's very drying.

Use a clean cotton wool pad to apply your toner. This should make your face feel very dry but fresh.

Use a light, non-oily moisturiser and apply all over your face and throat.

Always remember to remove eye make up at night - sleeping in make up is very aging and bad for your skin.

Use a gentle exfoliating scrub once a week on your face. This will buff away any dead skin. Don't do it more frequently though as the skin on your face is delicate and too much exfoliating can effect the healthy skin underneath.

Match your skincare routine with a body one. Exfoliate your body twice a week and always remember to moisturise after bathing. Moisturising products are always a good idea from lipsticks to deodorants they will keep your skin soft and smooth!

Try and remember that even with skin that's in great condition there are other factors that effect spots like hormones. Some people will get spots at certain times no matter what. Also bear in mind that drinking alcohol and smoking is detrimental to your skin.

If you struggle to stick to your routine then make sure you leave all of the products next to the sink. That way you'll be reminded when you brush your teeth. If you find that your skin condition levels out or declines after a while then try switching brands - your skin can get used to particular products.

This helpful article was written by Charlotte Bleasdale on behalf of Feel Good Essentials health and beauty products online

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