Skincare Routine 101: Building a Dermatologist-Approved Regimen

Your skin is as individual as you are, and your skincare routine should be right for you too. You want a skincare routine approved by your dermatologist. Dr. Timothy Abrahamson at Greater Des Moines Dermatology in Urbandale, IA, offers a wide range of dermatology services and can help you build the right skincare routine for your skin.

What You Need To Know About Skincare

First, let’s look at some of the basics in proper skincare:

• You should thoroughly clean your face morning and at night
• Never go to bed with makeup on your face
• Only use mild cleansing products like milks, gels, or foam
• Avoid using soap to clean your skin
• Gently pat , don’t rub, your skin and leave a little moisture on the surface of your skin
• Use an alcohol-free toner to rebalance the pH of your skin without drying it out
• Apply moisturizer with a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 daily, to protect and hydrate your skin

Now that you know the basics, there are just a few important tips to customize your skincare regimen:

• If you have fair skin or burn easily, always wear an SPF sunscreen of 50 or higher
• If you live in a dry climate, use a thicker, moisturizing cream, to lock in moisture
• If you have oily, acne prone skin, use non-comedogenic products that won’t clog your pores
• If you have mature, aging skin, use products to boost collagen production and hydration

Aging, exposure to climate extremes and environmental toxins, lack of hydration, and other factors can work against your skin. To keep your skin healthy and beautiful, you need to protect it. You need the help of your dermatologist to build the skincare regimen that’s right for you.

Want To Know More?

To find out more about caring for your skin and other dermatology topics, talk with an expert. Call Dr. Timothy Abrahamson at Greater Des Moines Dermatology in Urbandale, IA, serving residents of Urbandale, and Des Moines, IA. You can reach him in the office by calling (515) 243-8676, so call today.