skincare Archives - Graduatez Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:14:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Signs Your Skin Barrier May Need Some Attention https://graduatez.com/3-signs-your-skin-barrier-may-need-some-attention/ Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:14:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2696 If you pay any attention to skincare trends and beauty hype, you may have noticed lots of products referencing the ‘skin barrier’. But what is this, and do you need to pay attention to yours? The term ‘skin barrier’ refers to a tough layer of cells on the exterior of your skin which are bound […]

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]]> If you pay any attention to skincare trends and beauty hype, you may have noticed lots of products referencing the ‘skin barrier’. But what is this, and do you need to pay attention to yours? The term ‘skin barrier’ refers to a tough layer of cells on the exterior of your skin which are bound together by lipids. This layer is designed to protect and care for the more sensitive skin underneath, and if the barrier becomes damaged it can have serious implications for the rest of your skin. Read on for the three key signs of skin barrier damage, and ways to remedy this.

Redness

For some of us, redness is just part and parcel of our skin, but if you have noticed redness that has recently developed or worsened, this can be an indicator that your skin barrier is stressed. Common causes of this redness include retinol, concentrations of exfoliating acids such as glycolic which are too high, or abrasive manual exfoliation. Try laying off the retinol or acids for a while, and stop manually exfoliating skin altogether – this will give your barrier time to repair and heal.

Dryness

Dry or flaking skin can be a clear sign that the skin barrier needs some care and attention. Press pause on using acids and other harsher ingredients within your skincare routine for a while and focus on intensive hydration—layering moisturizers is a good way to achieve this quickly. It’s also a good idea to stay out of the sun until your barrier has healed.

Oiliness

Confusingly, a distressed skin barrier can also manifest as oily skin. If you normally have dry or combination skin but have noticed an increase in oiliness recently, this may be a sign that your skin is working overtime to try and combat an ingredient or step in your routine that it’s not happy with. Try phasing out ingredients or products which you think could be responsible, and then gradually phasing them back in – if something re-triggers the oiliness, you may need to find an alternative product which your skin can tolerate better.

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]]> 3 Of The Best Ways to Remove Stubborn Makeup https://graduatez.com/3-of-the-best-ways-to-remove-stubborn-makeup/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:28:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2704 If you’re somebody who wears makeup, you will understand the stress and irritation of trying to remove it at the end of the day. Waterproof eyeliners and mascaras are popular for their all-day wear and finish, but some of them are so good at staying on, we risk scrubbing and running at our eyes to […]

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]]> If you’re somebody who wears makeup, you will understand the stress and irritation of trying to remove it at the end of the day. Waterproof eyeliners and mascaras are popular for their all-day wear and finish, but some of them are so good at staying on, we risk scrubbing and running at our eyes to remove the pigment. If you’re worried about damaging your eyes or skin in an effort to remove all of your makeup, check out these tips on some of the gentlest ways to effectively remove makeup.

Vaseline Or Petroleum Jelly

Vaseline is not just effective at softening chapped lips and dry skin. If you’re wearing eyeshadow or eyeliner, try gently dabbing a bit of Vaseline over it (taking extra care to avoid getting it in your eyes) and then rubbing until the pigment fades away. You’ll then want to use a micellar water or eye makeup remover over the Vaseline, but it can do a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to gently shifting long-wear makeup.

Micellar Water

Micellar water works by attracting dirt particles, so it will absorb a lot of the pigment on your eyes or skin. Take care by gently dabbing at your eyes or skin with a cotton pad soaked with micellar water, and avoid too much rubbing or scrubbing at your skin. Most micellar waters claim they don’t need to be rinsed off, but it’s a good idea to double cleanse by using a foaming face wash, to ensure your skin is thoroughly clean.

Q-tips

If you’re wearing lots of eyeliner, it can help to gently run a water or micellar water soaked q-tip around your eye before you move in with other forms of makeup remover. This makes it less likely that you will brush makeup residue into your eye when you come to remove your makeup, and it also offers a quick and simple way of cleaning and refreshing your eye area without too much product.

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]]> 5 Best Ways to Fully Commit to Your Skincare Routine https://graduatez.com/5-best-ways-to-fully-commit-to-your-skincare-routine/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:41:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=1364 Committing to a regular skincare routine during your college years might feel impossible because your schedule is already packed. In reality, this is actually the best possible time to develop good habits. If you’re struggling to come up with a skincare routine that you’ll actually stick to, these five steps are a good place to […]

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]]> Committing to a regular skincare routine during your college years might feel impossible because your schedule is already packed. In reality, this is actually the best possible time to develop good habits. If you’re struggling to come up with a skincare routine that you’ll actually stick to, these five steps are a good place to start.

Keep Things Simple

There’s no need to set up a complicated ten-product skincare routine when you’re still a newbie. Stick to the basics, such as cleansing and moisturizing your face every day and washing the makeup off before going to sleep.

Everything in One Place

Pick a designated place in your dorm where you’ll keep all your skincare products—after all, your room is too small to have them scattered around.

Shower Skincare

If you’re struggling to set aside some time for your skincare routine, consider multitasking and doing it in the shower. It’s less likely you’ll skip it this way because you’ll associate showers with skincare.

Before & After

Taking before and after photos can be a great motivational tool because you’ll be inspired to keep going after seeing how much clearer and healthier your skin looks.

Skincare O’Clock

If you’re skipping your skincare routine simply because you’re forgetful, set the alarm on your phone that will remind you it’s time to get it done.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> skincare Archives - Graduatez Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:14:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Signs Your Skin Barrier May Need Some Attention https://graduatez.com/3-signs-your-skin-barrier-may-need-some-attention/ Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:14:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2696 If you pay any attention to skincare trends and beauty hype, you may have noticed lots of products referencing the ‘skin barrier’. But what is this, and do you need to pay attention to yours? The term ‘skin barrier’ refers to a tough layer of cells on the exterior of your skin which are bound […]

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]]> If you pay any attention to skincare trends and beauty hype, you may have noticed lots of products referencing the ‘skin barrier’. But what is this, and do you need to pay attention to yours? The term ‘skin barrier’ refers to a tough layer of cells on the exterior of your skin which are bound together by lipids. This layer is designed to protect and care for the more sensitive skin underneath, and if the barrier becomes damaged it can have serious implications for the rest of your skin. Read on for the three key signs of skin barrier damage, and ways to remedy this.

Redness

For some of us, redness is just part and parcel of our skin, but if you have noticed redness that has recently developed or worsened, this can be an indicator that your skin barrier is stressed. Common causes of this redness include retinol, concentrations of exfoliating acids such as glycolic which are too high, or abrasive manual exfoliation. Try laying off the retinol or acids for a while, and stop manually exfoliating skin altogether – this will give your barrier time to repair and heal.

Dryness

Dry or flaking skin can be a clear sign that the skin barrier needs some care and attention. Press pause on using acids and other harsher ingredients within your skincare routine for a while and focus on intensive hydration—layering moisturizers is a good way to achieve this quickly. It’s also a good idea to stay out of the sun until your barrier has healed.

Oiliness

Confusingly, a distressed skin barrier can also manifest as oily skin. If you normally have dry or combination skin but have noticed an increase in oiliness recently, this may be a sign that your skin is working overtime to try and combat an ingredient or step in your routine that it’s not happy with. Try phasing out ingredients or products which you think could be responsible, and then gradually phasing them back in – if something re-triggers the oiliness, you may need to find an alternative product which your skin can tolerate better.

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]]> 3 Of The Best Ways to Remove Stubborn Makeup https://graduatez.com/3-of-the-best-ways-to-remove-stubborn-makeup/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:28:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2704 If you’re somebody who wears makeup, you will understand the stress and irritation of trying to remove it at the end of the day. Waterproof eyeliners and mascaras are popular for their all-day wear and finish, but some of them are so good at staying on, we risk scrubbing and running at our eyes to […]

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]]> If you’re somebody who wears makeup, you will understand the stress and irritation of trying to remove it at the end of the day. Waterproof eyeliners and mascaras are popular for their all-day wear and finish, but some of them are so good at staying on, we risk scrubbing and running at our eyes to remove the pigment. If you’re worried about damaging your eyes or skin in an effort to remove all of your makeup, check out these tips on some of the gentlest ways to effectively remove makeup.

Vaseline Or Petroleum Jelly

Vaseline is not just effective at softening chapped lips and dry skin. If you’re wearing eyeshadow or eyeliner, try gently dabbing a bit of Vaseline over it (taking extra care to avoid getting it in your eyes) and then rubbing until the pigment fades away. You’ll then want to use a micellar water or eye makeup remover over the Vaseline, but it can do a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to gently shifting long-wear makeup.

Micellar Water

Micellar water works by attracting dirt particles, so it will absorb a lot of the pigment on your eyes or skin. Take care by gently dabbing at your eyes or skin with a cotton pad soaked with micellar water, and avoid too much rubbing or scrubbing at your skin. Most micellar waters claim they don’t need to be rinsed off, but it’s a good idea to double cleanse by using a foaming face wash, to ensure your skin is thoroughly clean.

Q-tips

If you’re wearing lots of eyeliner, it can help to gently run a water or micellar water soaked q-tip around your eye before you move in with other forms of makeup remover. This makes it less likely that you will brush makeup residue into your eye when you come to remove your makeup, and it also offers a quick and simple way of cleaning and refreshing your eye area without too much product.

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]]> 5 Best Ways to Fully Commit to Your Skincare Routine https://graduatez.com/5-best-ways-to-fully-commit-to-your-skincare-routine/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:41:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=1364 Committing to a regular skincare routine during your college years might feel impossible because your schedule is already packed. In reality, this is actually the best possible time to develop good habits. If you’re struggling to come up with a skincare routine that you’ll actually stick to, these five steps are a good place to […]

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]]> Committing to a regular skincare routine during your college years might feel impossible because your schedule is already packed. In reality, this is actually the best possible time to develop good habits. If you’re struggling to come up with a skincare routine that you’ll actually stick to, these five steps are a good place to start.

Keep Things Simple

There’s no need to set up a complicated ten-product skincare routine when you’re still a newbie. Stick to the basics, such as cleansing and moisturizing your face every day and washing the makeup off before going to sleep.

Everything in One Place

Pick a designated place in your dorm where you’ll keep all your skincare products—after all, your room is too small to have them scattered around.

Shower Skincare

If you’re struggling to set aside some time for your skincare routine, consider multitasking and doing it in the shower. It’s less likely you’ll skip it this way because you’ll associate showers with skincare.

Before & After

Taking before and after photos can be a great motivational tool because you’ll be inspired to keep going after seeing how much clearer and healthier your skin looks.

Skincare O’Clock

If you’re skipping your skincare routine simply because you’re forgetful, set the alarm on your phone that will remind you it’s time to get it done.

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