Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin

Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin

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Showering is an essential part of our everyday life. It’s difficult to get through the day without having our daily shower.

However, do you know that you might be committing some showering mistakes? That’s right. There are actually right ways to have your shower and then there are likewise wrong habits that can do you no good, particularly to your skin.

Here are some showering mistakes that you need to know and avoid:

Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin1. A burst of hot water – When the weather is cold, our tendency is to start off with a blast of hot water. We may think that it is all good and it can be beneficial to us but actually, hot water is bad for showering.

Hot water brings blood circulation to the skin, causing it to turn red. Inflammatory building blocks are also attracted to the skin, creating more rash and itch. Likewise, getting used to showering with hot water removes our natural oils leading to dryness.

It is therefore advisable to bathe with lukewarm water.

Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin

2. Soaping the entire body – This is another common showering mistake that most of us are guilty of. The main purpose of soaping is to eliminate and dissolve dirt and oil.

However, there are body parts that, according to dermatologists, are better off to be left alone. Skin doctors suggest that soaping should be minimized to odor-causing and oily body parts such as face, groin, armpits, buttocks, and feet.

Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin

3. Showering too long – We probably think spending extended time in the shower is a must to be clean.

According to studies, more than 10 minutes of bathing is already bad for the skin as it causes it causes the skin to dry.

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Mistakes in Showering that Can Harm You and Your Skin

4. Not moisturizing quickly after a shower – According to dermatologists, it is essential to moisturize right after bathing, around three minutes to be precise to lock in the moisture amd keep the skin hydrated.

Pat your skin after bathing and moisturize immediately.

Adjusting our showering habits is our first step to a healthier skin.

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Dehydration is Also Bad for the Skin

Dehydration is Also Bad for the Skin

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Doctors constantly remind us to always hydrate to avoid negative health effects and it’s for good reasons. Not hydrating well enough will cause the body to have insufficient water to function properly.

Roughly, the human body is composed of 75 percent water. Without enough water, it will not be able to survive and function well.

Dehydration weakens our immune system temporarily and limits the function of the body for a time. At the same time, it also has bad effect on our skin.

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Dehydration leads to Dry Skin

In fact, dry or flushed skin may very well be a sign of dehydration.

A particular consequence of dry and dehydrated is a drastic increase in sensitivity. Furthermore, dryness and dehydration can be precursors to sensitized skin.

Also, when the skin is dehydrated, it generates more oil than usual to offset the minimal water in your body. This can then cause dry patches, breakouts and irritation. At the same time, will likewise feel dray and oily. 

Having dry skin can predispose you to problems like eczemas, itchiness and allergies.

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The answer to avoiding dehydration and dry skin

Aside from hydrating effectively to counter these effects of dehydration, moisturizing your skin properly and regularly is a good answer as well.

It is that important to hydrate properly everyday by drinking enough water or hydrating drinks for fluid intake. That way, we ensure ourselves of avoiding dehydration and irritation of skin as much as possible.

Avoid having a dry skin. Shinagawa offers the best treatments and practices for aesthetics and skin care. 

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Bad with Makeup? No Worries, Here are some Beauty Musts for You

Bad with Makeup? No Worries, Here are some Beauty Musts for You

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The art of putting on makeup is a thing of beauty in itself but still, some find it difficult sometimes to deal with it the right way.

Putting on the right makeup and using it effectively is easier said than done. It’s not actually as easy as what online tutorials demonstrate.

Still, beauty is always within your reach. You can level-up your makeup game by observing these effective tips:

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Crack on some lipstick

Lipstick is life as most girls would say. True enough, swiping some lipstick in your everyday errands is certainly a must, especially if you’re someone who regularly have errands outdoors.

Even with the slightest makeup on, lipstick alone can carry you through the day.

Blending makeup in Philippines

Blending is key

Aside from your eyeliner and lipstick, it’s never advisable to have any sharp lines or streaks on your face.

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Color-match when buying makeup

Just buying whatever makeup is out there is simply not enough. Color coordination is a must. Make sure the colors are a match and that you will find shades that best suit your skin color.

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Mascara on your lashes

Using mascara on your lashes will do you favors. A flick or two of it can make a difference and instantly make you fresher and livelier. A mascara with a waterproof formula is more advisable.

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Only one shade of eye shadow

It’s always better to use just one shade of eye shadow as multiple shades automatically require you to take different textures, colors and finishes into consideration, making it more difficult.

The power always is in your hands and assistance is ours! Be as beautiful as you can possibly be!

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Keeping Your Grace and Looks as You Age

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As we age, we become more conscious of how we look and how our overall appearance changes. However, aging doesn’t necessarily mean we have to look older.

Of course, we would want to keep our fountain of youth for as long as we can. As much as possible, we all want to have the most dashing look as it certainly boosts our everyday confidence.

But how can we achieve that as we battle aging?

Staying young looking despite getting up there in age is very attainable, thanks to the right combination of a healthy lifestyle and some medical assistance. The innovative enhancements and treatments for aesthetics are there to help us maintain our youthful zest.

While others have concerns regarding medical treatments that help us look younger, there’s a huge difference between enhancing our natural features and obtaining an unnatural artificial look. Beauty enhancements and treatments are here for us to exploit the right way and help us reach our goal of looking fresh.

 

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Reshaping the face and rejuvenating the skin are two common examples of procedures that effectively helps a person glow. Wrinkles and acne scars can be well taken care of as well with proven skin treatments.

Nobody said growing up is easy but it sure can be. It is on all of us to age gracefully and there are always ways.

Through amazing and difference-making aesthetics procedures, a beautiful transformation is made possible and as a result, that can go a long way and captivate. Aging shouldn’t be much of a concern.

A younger and better looking you awaits. Shinagawa offers various tried and tested aesthetics services that can be keys to your best looking self.

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Showering Too Long is Actually Bad for the Skin

Showering Too Long is Actually Bad for the Skin

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Used to taking long showers? That’s actually not the best practice.

Some people have the natural tendency to shower longer than usual. Others even shower twice or thrice a day. Though it may seem like there’s nothing wrong with but actually, there is.

Showering for a prolonged period can do your skin some damage. That’s according to dermatologists and the studies conducted. Studies suggest that bathing too often is bad for the skin.

 

 

 

Man Having a Shower

All the washing, soaping, rinsing and luxuriating can do our skin some significant disservice. Dry skin and itching, which can lead to dermatitis of eczema, a disease that causes inflammation of the skin that is characterized by itchiness, red akin and a rash.

Due to the exhilarating heat and hot weather conditions in the country, it’s always tempting to spend 15, 20 or even more than 30 minutes in the shower to refresh and cool down our bodies. However, derma experts are one in emphasizing that too much showering can do no good.

 

 

 

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Do you know that the suggested right amount of time, as per dermatologists, for bathing is only five to 10 minutes? According to them, more than 10 minutes is already too much for the skin. Shorter is better as long showers can strip your skin of moisture and removes essential oils as well.

The longer you shower, the more tendency there is for the water content to evaporate into the atmosphere, causing drier skin than before you bathed.

It is important to be cautious in terms of showering time, especially the elders. Older people are more prone to dry skin and itching. As we grow older, oil glands tend to poop out, making you more prone to drier skin.

 

 

It is important to be cautious in terms of showering time, especially the elders. Older people are more prone to dry skin and itching. As we grow older, oil glands tend to poop out, making you more prone to drier skin.

To ensure that your skin remains healthy, adjust your bathing time accordingly and consult a dermatologist to know how to further take care of your skin.

Shinagawa offers the best treatments and practices for aesthetics and skin care. To know more, visit shinagawa.ph

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Patient Care Line (+2) 368 5238 | (+632) 917 862 7454 | (+63) 921 217 0517