How to get the most from your skin care products
- Nov 15, 2018 at 10:12am
- by Dr. Vishwas Patel
The sequence in which you apply your skin care products affects how well the products work. Dermatologists recommend that you apply products in the following order.
Follow these steps:
- 1) Wash your face.
- Use a gentle cleanser and gently pat dry
- 2) Apply medication or treatment.
- If you are using medicine or other treatment on your skin, you should
apply this right after cleansing. When applying any cream around your
eyes, use your ring finger, because it is the weakest finger and will
not pull too hard on this delicate skin.
- 1. Apply moisturizer and/or sunscreen
- If you are using medicine or other treatment on your skin, you should
apply this right after cleansing. When applying any cream around your
eyes, use your ring finger, because it is the weakest finger and will
not pull too hard on this delicate skin.
- 3) Apply makeup, if desired.
- Using too many products may irritate the skin, especially if you are using more than one anti-aging product. This often makes the signs of aging more noticeable. See a dermatologist if you have questions or concerns about caring for your skin