Our skin can sometimes feel rough, dry, bumpy and textured, it takes a lot of consistent care, using the right products and smart lifestyle choices to achieve a soft smooth skin texture. If your skin feel rough or uneven consider these steps for your skincare routine:
Gentle cleansing – It’s important that a gentle cleanser is used so it will not strip your natural barrier, but still remove the dirt, oils and impurities. Harsh cleansers will leave the skin feeling tight and flaky which leads to more texture problems. Hydrating creamy or gel formulas will leave your skin balanced and hydrated
Exfoliate Often, not Daily – Exfoliation is great for the skins cell turnover as it will get rid of the dullness and uneven skin texture. Using products with mild AHAs and BHAs are one way to help with texture or using a gentle physical scrubs can also be beneficial. The rule is to not over exfoliate, as it can lead to a compromised skin barrier.
Serums & Moisturisers – Using hydrating serums and moisturises twice a day can keep skin plump and hydrated.
Some of the products to considers are:
- Glycolic acid – this dissolves dead skin cells on the surface, revealing smoother, fresher skin
- Lactic acid – A gentler option, but also hydrating while exfoliating
- Salicylic acid – Penetrates into pores, and it is great for rough texture from blackheads or breakout
- Retinoids – Stimulate cell turnover and collagen production & helps refine texture, minimise fine lines, and fade rough or uneven spots
- Hydration – It’s mostly dehydrated skins that feel rough or tight. Adding a serum containing glycerine or niacinamide will help plump the skin. Follow up with a moisturiser that will lock the moisture in. Consistent skin hydration helps to strengthen the barrier and keeps the skin soft to the touch.
Consider Professional Treatments
There are many products that can be used at home suited to your skin type and concerns which can improve a smooth skin texture, but having professional treatments can provide an added boost if needed. It also allows you to seek professional advise on homecare products and skincare routines designed for your skin type and concerns.
At elixSKIN Clinic , we specialise in a range of skin treatments designed to treat a number of skin concerns, from relaxation and a nice glow to Hyperpigmentation, Dark Circles, Ageing Skin and Post Acne Scarring.
You may wish to consider the following treatments designed to provide a smooth skin texture:
- Microdermabrasion – this treatment exfoliates the skin and removes dead skin cells whilst smoothing skin texture
- BioRePeel Microneedling – This treatment helps a number of skin concerns such as skin tone, texture, pores, mild acne break-out and pigmentation.
- Polyneedling – a Microneedling treatment using specialist medical grade products to supports collagen production and healing, whilst improving skin texture and tone.
- Liquid Needling – No needles involved, but it helps to smooth out roughness, give your skin a nice glow and improve skin texture
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