Tips for Choosing Your Skincare Products

With a plethora of skincare options bombarding you from social media, television, and magazines, choosing your skincare products can be difficult. It can feel daunting, but that’s where our compassionate, expert staff comes in. We are here to help you nail a skincare routine that is both sustainable and unique to you and your individual needs. Here some of our best tips and ideas for selecting what will make your skin summer-ready!

Find out your skin type:

Understanding whether you have dry, oily, combination, or sensitive skin can impact your skincare needs. If you’re wondering which one applies to you, you can schedule a free consultation with our providers anytime. It is also helpful to identify any challenges or concerns you want to address, such as hyperpigmentation, sun damage, acne, or aging/wrinkles. You can then narrow down your choices based on what you’re trying to target.

Check for allergens:

If you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to a medication or ingredient (even things like fragrances), it’s crucial to check ingredient lists for allergens. Words like hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and fragrance-free are helpful, but you should always check the ingredients as well.

Start with a simple routine:

If you’re someone just starting out with a skincare routine, it’s best, to begin with the basics: a cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen. Once you can sustain a solid routine and make taking care of your skin a habit, you can incorporate things like serums, exfoliants, and additional treatments. It’s important to be patient with any skincare changes and new routines…good things take time!

Never forget your SPF:

As we head into warmer weather, you may be searching for new or different products that contain SPF. Choosing your skincare products that contain SPF perform double duty for you by enhancing your hydration or makeup routine and offering additional sun protection. Here at Renew, here are three heavy hitters that contain SPF that your skin will love:

• Elta SPF Lotion: The Elta MD line is formulated with transparent zinc oxide and goes on smoothly like a standard moisturizer. Because of the smooth application, makeup also can go on smoothly over it (instead of pilling like some other brands), or you can use the tinted sunscreen all on its own.
• ZO Primer SPF: There are tons of smoothing primers on the market, but not many that offer you a 30SPF and an antioxidant complex to guard against signs of aging and sun damage. You can also wear the primer alone for a natural look.
• ColoreScience Dry SPF: If you love a barely-there feel, dry SPF may be your solution. This innovative sunscreen goes on with a makeup brush and can be worn over traditional makeup. It’s rated for men, women, and children, so your whole family can benefit from this dry SPF on your next lake day.

Remember, skincare is a highly individualized journey, and what works for someone else may not necessarily work for you. So, experiment, take note of what your skin loves, and adjust your routine accordingly. As always, our staff is ready to help you select products that will make you look and feel amazing!

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Sources:

https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/care/skin-care-tips-dermatologists-use

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/skin-care-tips/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/skin-care/art-20048237