Skin Care: You have to pay attention!

Daily body/skincare is a matter of course for many people. But how much care does the skin need? There is no such factor as a potent remedy. However, the fact is that any contact with water and cleanser deprives the skin of moisture and weakens its acid mantle. Frequent showering and bathing, therefore, involves the risk that the skin dries up and loses its elasticity. The ideal skin cleansing should be adapted to the individual skin type, the age, the skin condition and the degree of contamination of the skin.

Skin Care

For rather dry skin, it is recommended to take a shower only once a day and to be reserved with bathing. Soaps or other alkaline cleaners should be replaced with mild, moisturizing cleanser lotions and creams called synsets, which are adapted to the skin's pH and are less damaging to its acid mantle.

Free radicals - cell killers for the skin

Free radicals - also called oxidants - are parts of molecules (such as oxygen) that are present in the organism and have become very reactive through external influences such as nicotine, air pollutants or heavy metals. This means they are constantly on the lookout for other chemicals they can connect to. They attack collagen, cell membrane and the lipid layer of the skin. Normally the body protects the cells against these aggressors by highly active molecular compounds - so-called radical scavengers or antioxidants. If these substances are not present in sufficient numbers or free radicals increase, cells are destroyed and those who survive can not regenerate fast enough and age prematurely. These processes are particularly noticeable on the skin: accelerated skin aging, early wrinkling, and tired and sagging skin.

Hope from pot and potty

With promises such as "cell-active," "moisturizing," "nourishing," "pore-refining," "revitalizing," the cosmetics industry makes billions in sales year after year. However, with a healthy lifestyle, a balanced diet and targeted, consistent care can delay the appearance of aging. The night cream has the task of supporting the skin during recovery and regeneration and should, therefore, contain a lot of nutrients and moisture.

What works like in skincare products?

Many substances in skincare products are known by name, which is hidden behind the name but is often unknown. Here is a list of common drugs: AHA acids (alpha-hydroxy acids) are natural fruit and lactic acids from grapes, apples, olives, lemons, and milk. The skin looks fresher and smoother. In the connective tissue, they can favorably influence the collagen. Because of their strong irritant effect, AHA acids in higher doses may only be used by experienced beauticians.

Antioxidants are mainly found in moisturizers, make-up and sun creams. These vitamins - beta carotene, vitamins C and E - are designed to counteract free radical damage that causes the sun, pollutants and cigarette smoke.

Beta hydroxy acids are closely related to the AHA acids, the most well known is salicylic acid. It acts as a scavenger and relaxes blackheads.

Ceramides are lipids that are used in skin creams. They are an important building material in the fat of the horny layer and form a protective film that makes the skin more resistant.

Enzymes are found mainly in moisturizers and masks. Enzyme-based scrubs are natural ingredients that gently and thoroughly remove dead cells from the skin surface without damaging or irritating the living cells.

Hyaluronic acid is an active substance that the body also forms itself. It can store a lot of moisture.

Collagen/elastin are important elements in the support structure of the skin, which make them elastic and supple. Collagen creams and masks can moisturize the skin surface.

Liposomes are so fine that they can penetrate into deeper skin layers and transport active ingredients such as collagen.

Panthenol / Pro-Vitamin B5 is a special form of Vitamin B5. It can store moisture. For skin irritation and sunburn, it has a calming effect and is therefore included in many skincare products and après-sun lotions.

Retinol (vitamin A), which is contained in a number of moisturizers, is believed to oxidize to retinoic acid on the skin. This, in turn, is intended to delay or reverse some of the signs of aging caused by exposure to light.

Oxygen contained in skincare products is intended to boost cell activity and renewal at the skin surface. It is best to oxygenate the skin with a brisk walk.

Urea - Urea - is one of the active ingredients that can bind moisture and promote healing.