Over-cleansing removes the essential natural oils that help retain the precious moisture in the skin. This is particularly true if the skin is already dry. Over-cleansing may harm oily skin as well by irritating the oil glands and causing over-production of oil. For both oily and dry skin, use a mild cleansing lotion of high quality that is water soluble so the use of an astringent or freshener is not necessary (they cause excessive drying.) Rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid extremes of hot and cold water. In climates with extremely high humidity do not use strong cleansers, but simply cleanse two or three times per day. Definitely AVOID so-called “deep cleansing” apparatus and products. “Deep cleansing” is a physical impossibility.
Richard Steffan Skincare Switzerland
Most people don’t understand how skin functions and what it actually needs in the way of care. Our skin is much more than the outer layer of our attractiveness. It is one of the most complex organs of the body. It serves as a protective shield, guarding against bacteria, heat, cold and other environmental influences and because of this it deserves proper care. Since it has to contend with internal and external influences that are often harsh or even severe, it welcomes some intelligent help from us. This is especially true for those who have tried lots of skin regimens but never seem to be quite satisfied with the results. Unfortunately, most peoples’ skin does not receive proper care, usually because of misinformation about the skin and its needs. What chance does our skin really have to look “youthful” if we wash off the natural sebum with detergent; wipe it with mineral oil, rub it with waxes, strip it with alcohol, cover it with dyes, choke it with layers of petroleum derivatives, soak it with perfumes, and finally layer everything with preservatives to keep all those ingredients from going stale. Truly effective skin care must be built not on idle promises, but on a foundation of facts and an honest understanding of the skin.
