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The beauty steps we take each morning can be instrumental in keeping our skin looking youthful and energized. And by that same logic, any skincare mistakes we make in the mornings can be equally detrimental. That means that neglecting the proper beauty practices can cause our skin to prematurely age and show the flaws we all want to get rid of.
According to Dr. Michael Somenek, board certified plastic surgeon from Washington, DC, there is one common morning beauty mistake that can cause your skin to age exponentially.
And, this is something most of us are guilty of…
"It’s possible to age your face before you have even had your morning cup of coffee," Dr. Somenek told us. "And the mistake all comes down to whether you wash your face and the method you employ."
It turns out that washing your face in the morning is way more important than any of us thought. Even if you wash your face right before bed, you still have to cleanse again in the morning.
Dr. Somenek explained, "Some may feel it’s not essential to wash their face in the AM if they went to bed with a clean face the night before. It is vital, because when you sleep, your skin is in repair mode which makes it secrete toxins. It’s important to wash off the build-up in the morning and start your skincare or makeup routine with a fresh face."
And, keeping your skin looking healthy is not as simple as just washing your face. There are wrong ways to cleanse, and you might cause harm to your skin by not following the proper procedure.
"When you do cleanse, do not aggressively rub your face or pull or tug on the skin," Dr. Somenek explained. "Massage the cleanser gently onto your face in a circular motion using the pads of your fingers. Remember never to scrub your face with a washcloth. Although it might seem practical, the rough texture of the fabric is not age friendly for your skin."
And finally, your next step is to find the right cleanser for your skin type. If you need help shopping, we've got you covered. Check out some of our favorite facial cleansers here.
