We all dream of beautiful, smooth, blemish-free skin. To get rid of enlarged and clogged pores, there are simple steps you can take regularly. Here are 10 tips to free your skin and restore radiant skin.
How to purify your skin?
Do you have clogged pores? You're not alone. In cities and rural areas, pollution and makeup can clog your skin. Stress, fatigue, diet rich in saturated fats... all causes linked to the poor condition of your skin.
Pores are skin cavities that contain a hair follicle and a sebaceous gland. Poor hygiene can lead to the accumulation of dead cells and dirt. This accumulation gives way to the formation of comedones. Hello blackheads, whiteheads, clogged pores and dull complexion! Luckily, certain habits can come to the rescue of your epidermis.
1- Remove your makeup properly
We can never say it enough: removing your makeup and cleansing your skin morning and evening is the number one secret to having beautiful skin. This beauty routine, which only takes a few minutes, cleanses and rids your skin of all the impurities accumulated during the day. Apply a makeup remover or a gentle cleanser to remove excess sebum and makeup, before applying a moisturizer, anti-aging or anti-acne cream.
When it comes to makeup remover, it is essential to opt for gentle and purifying formulas. Collosol Milk Water removes makeup and deeply cleanses your skin. Your skin is purified without altering its hydrolipidic film. Based on water and milk, this lotion is paraben-free, surfactant-free and dermatologically tested.
2- Use appropriate care
Whether you have oily, dry, combination or acne-prone skin, hydration is essential. However, don't make the mistake of choosing just any product. Each skin type has its own care. If you have oily skin, don't go for overly rich care, your skin will produce even more sebum. Instead, opt for light formulas based on hyaluronic acid or aloe vera gel. Dry skin? Opt for a vegetable oil that protects the skin barrier of your epidermis and forget about mattifying products. Whatever your skin type, choose non-comedogenic products!
3- Take steam baths
Steam bath is an effective and inexpensive solution to fight clogged skin pores. Here's how to do it, step by step:
• Remove makeup and cleanse your skin. There should be no makeup residue left for your steam bath to be optimal.
• Pour boiling water into a bowl, place your face just above it and cover yourself with a towel.
• Stay in this position for 5 to 10 minutes to open and clean your pores.
• Rinse with cold water to close pores and dry gently.
For even better results, you can add tea tree essential oil to your boiling water, known for its purifying properties.
4- Avoid touching your face
Invisible to the naked eye, bacteria on your hands are just waiting to find a way into your pores. To avoid clogging your skin, always make sure your hands are clean before touching your face.
5- Drink plenty of water
Hydration is essential to maintain healthy skin. Staying hydrated allows your skin to regenerate by producing new, healthy cells. Guaranteed radiant complexion!
6- Have a healthy diet
Just like all the other organs in your body, your skin feeds on the nutrients you give it. A poor diet inevitably leads to poor skin quality. To help clogged skin, forget about fatty and sugary foods. Instead, favor fruits and vegetables, rich in water and vitamins. You will see a clear improvement in your vitality and the health of your epidermis.
7- Don’t do sports while wearing makeup
Exercising is good, and even recommended. However, it is much less advisable to exercise while wearing makeup. Makeup can trap sweat and bacteria and clog your pores. To avoid blackheads and impurities, always make sure to clean your skin thoroughly before sweating. A few drops of Collosol Eau de Lait on a cotton pad are enough to remove makeup and excess sebum.
8- Clean your makeup brushes
Your brushes, no matter how soft they are, are a breeding ground for bacteria. When in contact with your skin, they can deposit germs and clog your pores. Once a week, clean them with a specially designed cleanser.
9- Exfoliate your skin
To eliminate dead cells and allow the epidermis to regenerate, exfoliation is a major asset. Be careful, this facial scrub must be done gently! The goal is not to strip but to deeply unclog the pores. The scrub can be done once or twice a week maximum.
10- Make masks
The key to making a successful face mask is the ingredients it contains. For a purifying mask, opt for clay or charcoal treatments. Want to make a homemade mask? Mix purifying ingredients like tea tree and lavender essential oils with green clay, papaya or egg white, which is known to tighten pores.
To eliminate impurities, excess sebum and blackheads, it is essential to have suitable products in your bathroom: a makeup remover that gently cleanses your skin, a moisturizing treatment specially designed for your skin type, a facial scrub and a purifying clay mask. You can also complete your ritual with a steam bath once a week. A few minutes of care per week and you'll have flawless skin!
