Morning Skin Care Routine

MORNING SKINCARE ROUTINE
Start in the shower by rejuvenating your skin with a face steam. Hold a steamy wash cloth up to your face and let the steam penetrate your pores for a few minutes.

Combo/Oily: http://lilsparoom.com/2012/11/03/normal-to-oily-skin-routine

Normal/Dry: http://lilsparoom.com/2013/01/04/dry-skin-at-home-routine

Skin Types: http://lilsparoom.com/2013/03/02/5-different-skin-types

CLEANSE
Cleansing will remove dirt, oil and bacteria from your skin that may cause breakouts. It will also stimulate the blood circulation in your face, rejuvenating your skin to a healthy glow. Work the cleanser into a lather in your hands. Wash your face and neck in a circular motion for a couple minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cool water. Pat dry with a clean towel. Be sure not to scrub too vigorously or too long. Overdoing it may cause inflammation, redness and lead to breakouts and swelling — exactly what you don’t want.

TONE
Many people tend to skip the toner in the morning. But it’s actually a very important step because it balances the pH of your skin and preps it for moisturizing. Look for toners without alcohol, which can severely dry your skin. Also be sure to select a toner for your skin type; many companies offer toners especially formulated for sensitive skin or acne-prone skin. Dab toner onto a cotton round and apply to your face and neck. After applying toner, do not dry your skin with a towel before applying moisturizer — just let your skin breathe and air-dry.

MOISTURIZE
Everybody needs a product to help their skin say soft and smooth and to remain hydrated. Even if you have oily skin, you need to keep it moisturized. Again, be sure to pick a product suited for your skin type. It’s also a good idea to find a moisturizer that will give you protection from the sun throughout the day. You want something that gives your face just enough moisture without feeling oily or greasy. Apply moisturizer on your face and neck, paying special attention to the area around your eyes and lips, which can get excessively dry.

April M. Monterrosa is the Owner of  The Lil Spa Room , PCA Skin Certified, a Nuskin Skin Care Distributor, Founder of  Wonderfully Wise Women, & a Writer for SAXtreme Magazine. Just a simple &  Proud Latina from San Antonio, Texas, a Marine Corps wife, Mama of a Dachshund, & a licensed Cosmetologist of 17+ years, blogging about things I love most…Beauty, Love, Life, Spa, Wine, and everything else in between! Check out my other Blog at: wonderfullywisewomen.me