Brilio.net - In the ever-growing world of beauty, we are often tempted to try the latest skincare products. However, you need to know that changing skincare products without sufficient pause or adaptation period can have undesirable consequences, one of which is the appearance of streaks on the face.
This phenomenon is often referred to as purging or breakout. It's not uncommon, when we introduce a new product into our skin care routine, especially one containing active ingredients like retinol, AHA, or BHA, that our skin may react in unexpected ways. This process is often characterized by the appearance of small pimples, blackheads, or rashes on areas of the face that are usually problematic.
The main cause of these rashes is a sudden change in the pH balance of the skin. Each skincare product has a unique formulation that can affect pH, sebum production, or the skin cell turnover process. When changing products without allowing sufficient adaptation time, the skin may react in undesirable ways.
In addition, some active ingredients in skincare can speed up the skin cell turnover process, which causes dirt and oil trapped beneath the surface of the skin to rise to the surface more quickly. This can cause the appearance of pimples which are actually part of the skin cleansing process .
However, it is important to differentiate between normal purging and an allergic reaction or irritation. Purging usually occurs in areas that are often problematic and will improve after some time. Meanwhile, allergic reactions or irritation can appear in unusual areas and be accompanied by itching, redness, or burning.
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Not only experiencing purging, quoting from the journal "Skin Purging: What You Need to Know". The American Academy of Dermatology, there are several consequences of changing skincare without taking a break, including:
1. Skin irritation occurs, such as redness, itching and burning.
2. Facial skin experiences breakouts, such as the appearance of new pimples and blackheads.
3. Facial skin can also become dry and experience excess oil products.
4. Skin may be more sensitive to other products
5. Experiencing damage to the skin barrier which makes the skin more susceptible to irritation and infection.
If your facial skin is experiencing a number of problems, you can overcome them in various ways. There are 7 methods that you can use, as summarized by briliobeauty.net from various sources, Thursday (25/7).
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1. Stop using new products according to Dr. Whitney Bowe, a board-certified dermatologist in New York, advises stopping use of new products if severe irritation occurs. Give your skin time to recover for a few days before gradually starting a new routine.
2. Return to basic routine, according to the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology based on Dr. Hadley King, a clinical dermatologist in New York, recommends returning to a basic skincare routine consisting of a gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen. This helps soothe irritated skin.
3. Use skin soothing products such as applying products containing calming ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile, or niacinamide. Dr. Shereene Idriss, a cosmetic dermatologist, suggests using a serum containing 5% niacinamide to soothe irritation.
4. Hydrate the skin by using a moisturizer that contains ceramides or hyaluronic acid to help restore the skin barrier.
5. Avoid excessive exfoliation according to Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi, Director of Capital Laser & Skin Care, recommends avoiding exfoliation during the recovery period. You are advised to focus more on soothing and moisturizing the skin.
6. It is recommended to introduce new products gradually, giving the skin time to adapt. Start with use 1-2 times a week, then increase the frequency slowly. It is also important to pay attention to product ingredients and avoid using too many active ingredients at once.
7. The last method is that you are advised to consult a dermatologist, so that skin treatment can go better.