We're not always aware of the damage we're doing to our skin...
That's because it's often at the level of the infinitely small, and the negative consequences are more visible in the long term (when it's unfortunately too late to act).
It's usually the sum total of bad habits that has a more or less visible impact on our skin.
And sometimes, we even think we're doing the right thing by conscientiously exfoliating our skin, using certain “treatments” (which turn out to be unsuitable or unbalance the good bacteria that play a crucial protective role), and so on.
Here's what you can do to take better care of your skin and leave it healthy and radiant!
FORGET TO REMOVE YOUR MAKE-UP
This opens the door to the proliferation of bad bacteria!
Skin is suffocated, pores clogged with make-up and sweat...
The skin can't breathe properly, it can become irritated and pimples can appear on waking...
The night is an important period, when cell regeneration is at its peak. When we forget to remove our make-up, we prevent this regeneration from taking place properly: in the long run, this even accelerates cellular ageing (with the development of fine lines and wrinkles that we could do without!) and the skin can be weakened.
For effective skin cleansing every day, we recommend a thorough cleansing at the end of the day, followed by the use of our Rose Cleanser purifying and cleansing cream, which does just that!
Its astringent and healing properties are a real plus in your daily skincare routine, especially for combating the appearance of imperfections.
Skin is clearer, fresher and more rested: and that's a very pleasant feeling indeed!
EXFOLIATING TOO OFTEN
There's no need to strip your skin to purify it!
Exfoliating too often, or using abrasive products, risks damaging the skin for a long time to come, with the risk of persistent redness and alteration of the hydrolipidic film: the oils naturally present on the surface are
and the skin is no longer so well protected...
Similarly, sebum production can be stimulated, leading to an intensification of skin problems (particularly for oily and problem skin, which sees pimples and blackheads develop in response).
A gentle, natural exfoliation from time to time (a sugar and honey scrub, for example) is more than enough to care for your skin and give you a moment of well-being.
SKIPPING OUT ON MOISTURIZING
Maybe you think your skin doesn't need moisturizing because it's combination or oily, because it's young or acne-prone...
In fact, contrary to popular belief, whatever the condition or age of your skin, it needs moisturizing!
Moisturizing your skin won't make it oilier if you use the right products!
Of course, in this case, there's no need to use overly “rich” skincare products (if your skin is mature or dry, opt for a night cream that will intensely nourish the skin in need, in addition to more important daily moisturizing).
A remineralizing cream like Relax Isotonic replenishes skin with essential nutrients without disrupting the hydrolipidic film or causing a rise in sebum...
It's the moisturizing gesture to repeat every day for beautiful, smooth, perfectly hydrated skin!
DON'T PROTECT YOUR SKIN FROM THE SUN
We're still in spring, and the sun doesn't beat down as hard as it does on the beach in summer”, ‘My skin doesn't feel as good as it used to’.
My skin doesn't need protection, I never get sunburned!
I never get sunburned”, ‘I'll stay in the shade anyway’,...
Just because you can't see it doesn't mean your skin cells aren't damaged by UV rays! Not protecting your skin from the sun, thinking it doesn't need it, is a very bad idea. You're even risking your health, since it's a significant risk for the development of skin cancer.
Without going that far, the sun can also leave indelible marks on your skin...
Firstly, UV rays accelerate the ageing of skin cells: UV rays penetrate deep into the skin, generating free radicals that cause an increase in oxidative stress. As a result, skin is less firm and wrinkles become more pronounced.
Sun spots can also appear (especially on sensitive or mature skin): they indicate hyperpigmentation of the skin and are difficult to fade (generally requiring specific treatments that are not always very effective...).
effective...).
The best solution is to apply a high-performance sun cream! As soon as the first spring rays appear, your skin needs protection adapted to the time of year, the sensitivity of your skin and the length of exposure.
At Oceau Marine, we're very concerned about the impact of cosmetics on nature, which is why we recommend the use of a mineral and “Ocean-friendly” cream that has no impact on flora and fauna (no nanoparticles or water-soluble compounds that disturb marine organisms), but protects your skin as it should!
WASHING WITH WATER THAT'S TOO HOT
This is the best way to dehydrate your skin, making it rough and sensitive! In fact, using water that's too hot to cleanse your skin accelerates skin ageing: the natural surface oils that play a protective role are eliminated, leaving your skin drier and wrinkles developing more easily.
Water that's too hot also causes blood vessels to dilate, which can lead to the appearance of persistent, unattractive redness (couperose is reinforced) and even a flare-up of skin diseases such as eczema and
psoriasis.
Skin loses elasticity as essential proteins are damaged (particularly collagen, which gives skin its structure, enables rapid tissue repair and cell renewal...).
Washing your face with cool water (but not ice-cold either!) wakes up the skin, helps to tighten pores and prevent dehydration.
OVER-HYDRATING SKIN WITH ANY PRODUCT
If skin needs to be moisturized every day, it's important to use targeted products that act deep down without disrupting the natural mechanisms at work.
If you nourish your skin with layers of unsuitable products, it will only suffocate and the overflow will never be absorbed: hydration is superficial, it clogs pores and skin problems may even intensify!
Greasing the skin's surface won't nourish it any better on a cellular level: our Oceau Marine seawater skincare products adjust to your skin's specific needs without disrupting its natural cycles, moisturizing, regulating and strengthening the skin with each passing day!
What's that little gesture you need to give up to take better care of your skin? Come and share your feedback on Oceau Marine products with us!
