“Beautiful skin like flowers, studies advance smoothly” – an old proverb full of wisdom. Indeed, healthy, radiant skin not only boosts your confidence and energy but also contributes to success in life. So, how to effectively care for your facial skin while still in school, with a massive amount of knowledge, exam pressure, and a packed schedule?
Skincare Secrets for Students
1. Cleanse Your Face: The Foundation for Healthy Skin
Did you know that our skin is exposed to dirt, pollution, sweat, and sebum every day, causing pores to clog, leading to acne and dull skin? Therefore, cleansing your face thoroughly is the first and extremely important step in your skincare routine.
According to Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van A, a leading dermatologist in Vietnam, in his book “Skincare Secrets For Teens,” he emphasizes: “Washing your face twice a day, morning and evening, with a cleanser suitable for your skin type is the minimum necessary step.”
You can use a gentle cleanser, alcohol-free, with natural ingredients like green tea, aloe vera, etc., to cleanse your skin gently and avoid irritation.
2. Exfoliate: Remove Old Skin Cells, Paving the Way for New Skin
Regular exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, allowing your skin to absorb nutrients better, and also makes your skin brighter and more even-toned.
Dr. Le Thi B, a renowned dermatologist in Ho Chi Minh City, once shared: “Exfoliating 1-2 times a week is enough to remove dead skin cells and promote new skin regeneration, bringing bright, healthy, and radiant skin.”
You can use various types of exfoliants, such as scrubs, gels, or creams, depending on your preference. However, choose a gentle product suitable for sensitive student skin.
3. Moisturize: The Key to Smooth, Vibrant Skin
Dehydrated skin is often dry, easily irritated, and prone to dark spots and premature aging. Therefore, moisturizing is extremely important to maintain healthy, plump skin.
According to dermatologists, using a moisturizer suitable for your skin type is the golden secret to smooth, vibrant skin. You can choose a moisturizer containing natural ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, aloe vera,… to effectively hydrate your skin without clogging pores.
4. Sunscreen: Protect Your Skin from Harmful Sunlight
Sunlight contains harmful UV rays that damage the skin, causing dark spots, freckles, and premature aging. Therefore, using sunscreen every day is the most effective way to protect your skin.
Remember that whether it’s sunny or rainy, winter or summer, using sunscreen is still extremely necessary.
You should choose a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher and PA+++ for optimal skin protection.
