Are You Washing Your Face Wrong? Common Cleansing Mistakes That Are Damaging Your Skin

So, you care a lot about your skin and you have a very intricate skincare routine for your mornings and nights. But turns out that even if you are washing your face on schedule, you could be doing something wrong with your cleaning routine.  Improper face washing might lead to breakouts, skin inflammation, dryness, or more. Who knew that your face-cleaning routine comes with so many roadblocks and potential hang-ups? Here's how you are damaging your skin during your wash.

Mistake 1: Not Removing Jewellery

When you have your jewellery on while washing your face, you can tug, pull or scrape the delicate skin of your face. Besides, moisturisers, face wash, and other cleaning products can get stuck in the crevices of your jewellery. So it is always a good practice to remove your favourite jewels before your cleaning routine. Skincare at 30: Beat Wrinkles and Fine Lines With These Must-Have Anti-Ageing Products

Mistake 2: Wrong Water Temperature

Washing your face with hot water can dry out and strip your skin of its natural oils. But also do not go full-blast on cold water as it won't effectively dissolve the face wash, make-up or dirt. Going extreme both ways can cause broken capillaries, so the best idea is to clean your face with lukewarm water.

Mistake 3: Not Following Proper Steps

Every face wash has specific instructions but we all try to stick to the same steps and motions. For instance, if you are using a non-foaming face wash, you should not use a lot of water as adding water can remove the product quicker. On the other hand, the foaming ones are going to build into a lather, so you need plenty of water. Winter Beauty Tips: How To Care For Your Hair and Skin In The Cold Months. 

Mistake 4: Using Dirty Wash Cloth

When was the last time you washed your face towel with all those stains and make-up? When you are washing your face, you do not want to rub it again with the old residue, do you? So replace your towels every day as using an unwashed one can make you break out. Also, do not use coarse towels that can over-exfoliate your skin. Use a soft, microfibre towelette especially if you have sensitive skin.

Mistake 5: Waiting Too Long Too Moisturise

Good, you made all the efforts to remove your make-up and wash your face, but do not wait too long to tone and moisturise. A hydrating serum or a moisturiser help trap the moisture in your skin after washing. If you wait too long to seal the hydration, the water will evaporate into the air leaving your skin cells dehydrated. Pre-Wedding Facials: The Dos and Don'ts of Getting a Gorgeous Bridal Glow. 

Mistake 6: Brushing Teeth after Moisturising

Brushing your teeth after washing your face might just wash off all the products you lathered on your skin during the routine. This can dry out your skin and thus damage your cells.

Lastly, get a face wash that tends to the specific needs of your skin. If your skin is sensitive, you should use cleansers, not soaps, when washing. Also, make sure that you do not over-exfoliate your skin especially during winters.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 18, 2019 02:57 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).