Skincare is a science anyone can understand
Skincare is expensive, but it is a worthy investment
Taking care of your skin, especially during spring, is tricky but not impossible. Due to global warming and seasonal change, taking care of yourself has become more imperative than ever.
Nqobile Msiza (27), a licensed skin care therapist from Welgedacht who has been practising and teaching for five years, shared beauty hacks and good skin care routines with the Springs Advertiser.
Taking care of your body shouldn’t be complicated. There are tried and tested methods that will ensure your skin’s needs are met every time you start with treatment.
Even though there are many fads and trends currently on the internet, the truth is much simpler.
We are told to steer clear of these TikTok skin care routines that do more harm than good. Nqobile warned these influencers to coach people into putting harmful products on their skins – all in the name of being organic.
“The skin has a certain pH level. You will find these influencers advise people to apply highly acidic lemon directly on their skin, which has a PH level of 2, meaning that it is harmful to your skin,” she said.
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Always work with ingredients and products that are suited for your face and skin condition. Nqobile said women are most prone to putting their skin through a lot because they are more willing to try new things.
It is important to consult with a professional before attempting anything new with your body because you could potentially be putting your overall health at risk.
People should always use sunscreen. Nqobile touched on African people with darker skin and how they assume they don’t need sunscreen.
“The sun touches all of us. No matter the tone of your skin, the same amount of rays reach your skin and deliver the same amount of damage over time,” she said.
There is a stigma that surrounds skin care therapy and the beauty industry, especially because it is not a cheap investment. Good skin care is expensive but considering you have one body for the rest of your life should motivate you to take care of it.
Nqobile believes the body has a way of thanking you for taking care of it.
“The body has a way of telling you when something is wrong. We call these indicators points of reference that tell us which part of your body needs our attention and why,” she added.
Investing in a good toner, cleanser, sunscreen and moisturiser for both day and night should be at the top of everyone’s list. It is also important to stay hydrated at all times.
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