While it is generally agreed that, for most people, skin is at its healthiest and best-looking in your twenties, it is nevertheless necessary to give it plenty of specially designed care and attention during this period of time. Your goals for twenty-something skincare are twofold: to begin with, you want to keep your complexion clear and free from spots that might continue to appear as a hangover from adolescent acne, and secondly, you want to begin to take steps to prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. To help you to design a great regime that focuses on both of these aims. I’ve done some research and put together this list of 7 skincare tips to twenty-somethings …
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It is fairly important that, once you enter your twenties and you notice that your skin has left some of its adolescent tendencies behind it, that you get yourself a good range of skincare products designed specifically for your age group. You will find that cleansers designed for young teenage skin may be a little harsh for your slightly more mature complexion, while those aimed at women in their thirties and forties might be a little too rich. Shop around and seek plenty of advice before you settle on a decision; this is a choice it worth getting right from the beginning.
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While in younger years you may have turned to harsh, focused acne treatments that contained a lot of benzoyl peroxide, experts suggest that in your twenties you should try to phase these kinds of products out of your skincare regime. If you are looking to unclog pores and combat break outs, you’d be well advised to go for cosmetics enriched with salicylic acid; this active ingredient effectively breaks down sebum build-up but without the same damaging side effects.
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While anti-oxidants are useful at pretty much all ages, it’s a good idea to start really focusing on your daily intake while you’re in your twenties. Getting into the habit of drinking plenty of green tea, for example, may serve your very well later in life – you’ll be fighting off free radicals even before the damage becomes a visible problem.
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Again, it is obviously important to wear a good sunscreen throughout your life, including your childhood and teenage years, however, in your twenties, you will want to think about applying this kind of product every day (even when it’s cloudy) in order to minimise the damaging, aging effects of exposure to UV rays. Buy yourself a day cream with a built-in SPF; this will help you to make sure you’re covered at all times.
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Keep your pores clear, your circulation up and your complexion free from dull, dead skin cells by exfoliating your face regularly with a gentle, purpose built product. Remember to massage firmly in circular motions; this will stimulate blood flow to the skin, bringing plenty of nutrient and oxygen to the parts of your complexion where they are most needed.
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Now is the time to begin paying special attention to the delicate skin around your eyes. Look for a light, night cream formulate to care for this region of the face, and apply it religiously before you go to bed. If you’re in any doubt about what kind of product to purchase, it’s a good idea to get some advice from a dermatologist or other skincare expert.
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Your twenties, so the experts say, are the years during which you should try to get into some good habits; regular exercise, and a balanced, well-structured eating plan will contribute positively to your complexion, and, if you can maintain this kind of lifestyle, will benefit you in a variety of other ways as well.
Your twenties are the years in which to build up a good skincare regime; try to put yourself on an effective beauty regime that you will maintain throughout your life. Hopefully, this list of 7 skin care tips for twenty-somethings will help you to focus on your twin goals of anti-aging and spot prevention: do you have any suggestions of your own to add?
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