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The minute your new products are on the bathroom shelf, you're probably already dreaming of the results and want to make the magic work. Unfortunately, using more than one new product at a time makes it difficult to know which one is working for you or causing a reaction. You are more likely to see better results if you work products into your routine individually, so that you can identify potential triggers or skincare heroes.
Follow directions
It may sound obvious, but as skincare becomes ever more sophisticated (read: complicated), it pays to read the label. Some formulations do not work well with other types of ingredients, and some products must be used at a particular slot in your routine to work effectively. For example, actives need to be applied right after toning or need not work well with other acids or vitamin A (retinol). Don't take chances and do your homework before you throw something new into the mix.
Maintain a skincare diary if you have sensitive skin
Just make a few notes on your phone. It sounds like a big task, especially at the end of a long day, but making a quick and simple note of how your skin reacts to new products will be helpful in the long-term. You will find it easier to read the label and identify which ingredients you should be staying away from, and which you should be running towards. This approach is particularly important if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Introduce powerful actives slowly
What are actives? They're products which include a high concentration of the key ingredients addressing the product's focus concern and making a physical change in the appearance of your skin. They are usually products that work to exfoliate or stimulate collagen production, or both. Examples include vitamin A or retinoids, vitamin C and chemical exfoliants, such as glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids - also known as Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA).
Distinguish 'purging' from regular breakout
Your skin will tell you if something is working, and if something is wrong. Trouble is, they can sometimes be difficult to tell apart! When you start using new products with active ingredients, it is not unusual to experience a period of adjustment. During this period, you may experience flaking or whitehead pimples emerging. This is often referred to as a 'purge' where the clogs underneath the skin are brought to the surface on the way to a smoother, clearer future. These reactions should not last more than a couple of weeks to 28 days (unless otherwise advised on the label) and should not be too extreme or persistent in nature. If they are, it's time to move on.
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