What content and methods does the skin care process include

In fact, there is no standard skin care process that is universally applicable. The core logic is always based on addition and subtraction of the three basic actions of cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection. All functional steps are optional and not mandatory.

Nowadays, there is a fierce debate on the Internet about the skin care process. One group calls for extreme simplicity, and applying more layers will burden the skin. The other group advocates precise layered care, and the needs of different skin layers must be fed one by one with products with corresponding effects. In fact, there is nothing wrong with both views, but they are suitable for completely different groups of people. For example, if you have sensitive skin with a thin barrier, your skin will turn red and hot when the spring wind blows, and even applying a regular hydrating mask will sting, then you really shouldn’t do anything like morning, night, and acid wash. When I had allergies during the season change last year, I even stopped facial cleansing. I wiped my face with a warm towel in the morning, applied a repair lotion with ceramides, and put on a layer of physical sunscreen before going out. The redness subsided in three days. If I piled on multiple essences at this time, it would be a disservice to my skin. If you have healthy, oily skin, and the oil in your T-zone in summer can make a soft-boiled egg, and you occasionally get a few closed acne, you can put an oil-controlling toner on your face after cleansing, and apply a low-concentration salicylic acid essence before going to bed to condition your skin. As long as you don’t feel any stinging or tightness after application, you’ll be fine.

There is no need to adhere to the rigid standard of "required steps". When I am late for my commute in the morning, I often wipe my face with water, apply moisturizer and sunscreen, and then wash out, and there is no problem with my skin. I have nothing to do at home on the weekend. After washing my face, I put on a soothing mask, and then massage it with essence to give my skin a deep care. It can also be regarded as a holiday for my face that is usually exposed to wind and sun. There is no unified standard for even the most basic cleansing. Those with dry skin always say that using facial cleanser in the morning will damage the barrier by over-cleansing, while those with oily skin think that the oil produced overnight will easily clog the pores if not washed away. There is really nothing wrong with this. If your face does not feel tight or shiny after washing, it is the most suitable cleaning frequency for you.

As for the functional steps that everyone often talks about such as anti-aging, whitening, and lightening spots, they are actually like taking extra nutritional supplements in addition to home-cooked meals. They cannot be eaten as meals. You must first do a solid job in the three basic items of cleansing, moisturizing, and sunscreen, and then add functional steps. I once met a little girl who just went to college. In order to fight against aging, she piled five layers of toner, two essences, lotions, creams, and skin care oils. Her chin was so stuffy that she closed her mouth. I asked her to stop all products except for the three basic steps. She was completely gone in two weeks. She never thought that she would not have to apply so many things.

To put it bluntly, skin care has always been different for different people. There is no need to follow bloggers' "standard procedures". Your own skin is comfortable and stable, which is more important than anything else.