Over the last few years, people’s concern for their skin has risen tremendously. Some parts of it might have been influenced by the Covid-19 lockdown when people didn’t know what to do anymore, so they began taking care of their health and skin. During that time, dermatologists and Instagram influencers encouraged people to refresh their skincare routine just like they refresh their wardrobes every season.
Since then, people have become more concerned than ever to look after their skin and signs of aging so they can reverse it. Although it is hard to reverse skin aging, we can at least hold it for more years by getting a Flower Mound spa treatment from professional skincare experts.
Having a skincare routine influenced by YouTube videos, personalized suggestions by dermatologists, or random tried and tested methods is crucial. We understand how daunting it is to build your personalized skincare routine after many consultations. But sometimes, you need to change it. The reason could be age, tiny bumps, redness, or purging.
If you also want to know about the various signs indicating it is time to change your skincare routine, you’re at the right place. Please continue scrolling to get started!
You’re Noticing Several Tiny Bumps
Experiencing tiny bumps on the skin is not normal, but not so hard to get rid of. This bump is a medical condition known as milia where the face develops small, hard, white bumps near the eyes or on the cheeks. Using the wrong moisturizer usually causes this issue. So, if you notice milia on your skin after using a new moisturizer, it is time to change it.
Another culprit behind milia is using a body moisturizer on the face or vice versa, or one with too heavy ingredients. So, consult your dermatologists before introducing it to your routine.
It is Getting Excessively Dry
Our skin is naturally inclined to be oily, dry, or somewhere in the middle. But if it gets excessively oily or dry after using a certain product, it is not for you. You might notice dry patches all over your face and some of these patches can be painful and flaky. Such areas are also impossible to cover with makeup. So, always choose your moisturizer carefully.
So, if certain parts of your face are getting parched it is because your skincare products contain ingredients not meant for your skin. You can consult a professional dermatologist to find out more about the reason and suggest new items.
Some common ingredients causing dry patches include benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, alcohol, fragrance, preservatives, and salicylic acid.
It Gets Irritated After the Product Application
Red, blushing cheeks look cute. We even put blush on our skin to make it look more natural. So, if blush is so natural, why do we consider it a skincare side-effect?
Well, a little red is okay, but the redness isn’t. If your face is turning unnaturally red and you feel a burning sensation, it means your skin is uncomfortable. It may also mean something is wrong with your diet or you’re over-exfoliating. Or, it could be the ingredients and you should try clean vegan skin care.
So, whatever you’re doing, stop it and get back to the basics. Talk to a professional to find out what items are good for you and how to introduce them into your routine. The rule of thumb is to bring in every product one and one and wait for some time to see its reaction. If you use new products altogether, it might be hard to determine the culprit ingredient.
Your Skin is Way Too Oily
Having dewy, glowy skin is natural. But if it is wet and sticky, it is a red alert from your skin. We all know that an excessively oily face gives rise to acne that can ruin your face and your confidence. So, if a particular product is making your skin too oily than it already is, stop using exfoliators and cleansers for some time. Sounds weird, right?
But according to a recent study, although it is vital to remove dirt and makeup from your face before sleeping, the oils produced during sleep are hydrating. So, don’t clean them in the morning. It sounds weird, but you should try to see if it suits your skin. Besides, it is crucial not to skip moisturizing your face, no matter how oily your skin already is. If you don’t hydrate it, your skin will overcompensate for insufficient hydration, leading to acne and a bumpy texture.
You’re Facing More Purging Than Usual
If within a few days of applying a new product, you notice zits all over, it means the product is not suiting you. Another scenario is another zit that appears right after the previous one fades away. It is frustrating to witness acne after using a new product. After all, skincare products are not cheap.
Although purging is typical because some products enhance cell turnover in our body, if it is frequent, it is not okay. Sometimes, purging can bring pre-existing micro-comedones to the surface, which can turn into whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, and cysts.
So, if you’re breaking out more than usual and have not hit puberty recently, it is time to change your skincare routine. Maybe the hydroxy acids or retinoids in the products are not suiting your skin. And if you don’t discontinue them, they might cause more harm than benefit.
Wrapping Up
We understand it is hard to embrace so much change altogether. You might have to start afresh by learning about new products and the right way of introducing them to your skincare routine. All this can be overwhelming on the mind and heavy on the pocket. But we must learn to adapt to the changing needs if we don’t want our skin to age before time.
However, don’t forget inner care is equally crucial as internal care. If you want to maintain a flawless face for years, take care of your diet and sleep. Take eight hours of sleep every day and stop eating fast foods. Don’t stick to the same routine for years because it might lose effectiveness, causing more damage to the skin.