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Games like pull the pin5/31/2023 The Result: Breakouts, dark spots, acne scars POPPING PIMPLESĪs tempting as it is to squeeze that blackhead (or pick at the aftermath), popping pimples has the potential to damage the skin in more ways than one. Its pro-grade formula is great for delivering immediate results, but can be too intensive if overused. For fans of acids, we recommend incorporating Doctor’s Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask into your routine once per week, max. If you prefer physical exfoliation, consider our Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliator, which is gentle enough for sensitive and acne-prone skin. The Remedy: Any exfoliant, but limit use to 1-3x per week. The Result: Dryness, flaky skin, irritation, increased sensitivity, redness Applying too many exfoliants (and other active ingredients like retinol) too often can cause a damaged skin barrier, worsening skin concerns instead of treating them. But unfortunately, there is such a thing as overdoing it. OVEREXFOLIATIONĮxfoliation can do wonders for clogged pores, rough texture, and dull skin. Or, get a healthy dose by applying 2-3 drops of our Sunday Morning Antioxidant Oil-Serum daily. Some popular antioxidants include vitamin E, bearberry extract, blue tansy, and vitamin C. These neutralize the damaging free radicals that are emitted into our atmosphere through pollutants, like cigarette smoke. Its coconut water and bamboo extract help rebalance skin’s pH and remove hard water residue.Īs for air pollution, enrich your skincare routine by loading up on antioxidants. If that’s not within your budget, sweep our Baby Cheeks Hydrating Toner across skin after cleansing. The Remedy: For water pollution, consider investing in a filter. The Result: Acne, inflammation, premature aging, hyperpigmentation We already know that pollution has detrimental effects on the planet, but did you know it can affect our complexion too? (That’s one of the reasons why our Skin Decoder Quiz asks if you reside in a suburb or city, where pollution is more prevalent.) Water pollution affects our cleansing routine, while air pollutants adhere to skin’s surface throughout the day. Bonus points if you layer it with iron ozide and zinc oxide (found in our SPF) to amplify its protective abilities. Studies show that this ingredient, found in our Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Moisturizer, can help protect the skin from blue light damage. The Result: Hyperpigmentation, premature aging skin It’s emitted by the sun, but also by many electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and television-things we are often glued to on a regular basis. If you’re donning your blue light glasses as we speak, you’re probably familiar with HEV (high energy visible) light-otherwise known as blue light. Our Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen is broad spectrum, has SPF 35, and touts a peachy hue that helps neutralize any white cast for a natural, skin-like finish. While the choice between chemical and mineral sunscreen is up to you, a broad spectrum SPF is ideal this means the formula protects against both UVA and UVB rays for 360-degree coverage. The Remedy: A daily sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more. The Result: Increased risk for skin cancer, sunburn, sun spots, premature aging skin They can be sneaky too, penetrating windows and reflecting off snow, which is why it’s so important to protect your skin from the sun 365 days of the year. Probably the most notorious one on this list, the sun’s UV rays have a reputation for causing all sorts of skin damage. Read on as we explore the most common types of skin damage and how to prevent them. Our body is almost constantly exposed to various impurities and- often invisible-irritants that sneak their way into our skin, making lasting (and unwelcome) impacts think sun damaged skin, dark spots, acne scars, premature fine lines, and more.īefore you add another tube of SPF to your cart and call it a day, know that daily sunscreen, while important, isn’t the only skin protection-especially since UV rays aren’t the sole source of skin damage. While, of course, this analogy is dramatized for entertainment purposes (we have to make talking about the science behind skincare fun somehow, right?), the basics are rooted in truth. Every single day, our complexion acts as a solider charging into battle field, dodging damage left and right.
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