Skincare

Ladies and gentlemen, lets talk skincare.  How many of you think you properly care for your skin?  For so long I thought I took really good care of my skin...and then I went to school for esthetics and learned so much more about skincare.  Do you know you are born with your skin type, which is determined by your genetics and ethnicity.
There are 4 skin types:

• Dry- lacks oil
• Normal- has a good oil-water balance
• Combination- can be both oily and dry, or both oily and normal at the same time
• Oily- excess oil 

 Dry skin needs extra care.  It lacks normal protection and is more sensitive because the acid mantle and barrier function are not as healthy due to the lack of lipids.  Occlusive products are good for dry skin because they are thick and lay on top of the skin to reduce transepidermal water loss which helps to hold in moisture.
Normal skin can fluctuate and sometimes be a little drier or a little oilier.  Maintenance and preventive care are the goals for this skin type.  
Combination skin needs to be balanced and requires more care than normal skin.  Water based products work best for combination skin.  Proper maintenance including cleansing and regular exfoliation help to keep skin clear and blemishes minimal. 
Oily skin requires more cleansing and exfoliation.  Prone to blemishes because pores get clogged with oil and a build-up of dead skin cells.  Over cleansing can make it worse by stripping the skin's acid mantle and irritating it.  Proper treatment, exfoliation, and a water-based hydrator will help to keep oily skin clean and balanced.  Balancing the skin's oil production is important. 
 Sensitive skin is considered a skin condition, not a skin type.  It can be easily irritated by products and by exposure to heat or sun.  When it comes to sensitive skin the goal is to soothe, calm, and protect.
All skin types need proper cleansing, exfoliating, and hydrating.
No matter what skin type you have, a proper skin care regiment is so important.  Read more about the steps and the importance from Lydia, the found of Repechage.  Skin Care Routine

I have oily skin and I always thought I didn't have to moisturize because I already produced so much oil and I thought it was going to make it more oily.  What I didn't know is that by not using a moisturizer my skin was producing more oil.  I would strip all the oil away with harsh products and then my skin would go crazy producing more oil.  The most important thing with any skin type is to keep it balanced.  Habits, diet, and stress all play a part in our health, which in turn is reflected in our skins appearance.  I use Repechage Hydra Medic products and I absolutely love them, the mattifying moisturizer helps to keep my oil controlled throughout the day and the cleanser gives me a nice clean feeling without causing my skin to feel dry and tight.  You can get your Repechage products at Bienvenue Salon and Spa. 

Some of the most important skin care tips I've learned:

• Sunscreen is your friend, use it!
• Always wash makeup off before bed
• Exfoliate 1-2 times a week
• Skin is your largest organ, take care of it
• Stop laying out in the sun or tanning bed, if you want to be tan get a spray tan or use self tanner.  (I love Loving Tan)
• Moisturize!

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If you have any skin care questions just shoot me a message and I'd be happy to help!
Thanks for reading and don't forget to protect your skin :)