Skin Care (2): Cleansing

Hi Guys!
Welcome to part two of my skin care tips.
Now ladies, ladies, LADIES... knowing your skin type is just one step in the right care process but the sooner you figure out which cleanser is right for you, the faster you'll have the soft, supple, young-looking skin you want. With the never-ending assortment of cleansers on the market, choosing the right one can be a bit tedious.

Oily
Firstly what you ladies need to know is that oily skin is not dirty skin. Women with oily or acne-prone skin are apt to scrub a little too enthusiastically, using harsh soaps. In doing that they strip the skin of its natural oils which could also lead to breakouts.
What you need is an oil-free gel or foaming cleanser - either of them will remove excess oil and dirt without dehydrating your skin.

Dry Skin
 To avoid that tight, parched feeling you can get after washing your face, use a rich, cream-based cleanser containing emollients like fatty acids or glycerin. After rinsing, pat dry with a soft wash-cloth, and leave your skin slightly damp. If your skin is super-dry and flaky, try a tissue-off cleanser- it leaves a thin layer of moisture on the skin.

Combination 
For this skin type i suggest sticking to cleansers formulated specially for combination skin. These ultra-gentle cleansers will help balance your complexion, perfectly prepping it for your moisturizer.

Sensitive Skin  
Finding the right cleanser for your skin type can be a bit tricky, but not impossible. Go for a thin cleansing lotion that's hypo-allergenic, allergy-tested or fragrance-free. Try the cleanser only on your neck for a few days, if it irritates your skin try something even milder.

Hyperpigmented Skin
The best cleansers for you are those that exfoliate, because they slough off the top layer of the skin, along with dark marks. Avoid cleansers containing manual exfoliators like micro-beads, salts, ground nuts - they can cause irritation, which leads to more dark spots. Instead look for those containing glycolic cid, which do the job gently.

Normal  
The great thing about normal skin is that you don't need to pick a formula that fixes anything. Go for an SPF- infused cream cleanser or a pack of disposable cleansing  cloths for normal skin. Just make sure your cleanser leaves you feeling supple, not tight.

Hope you ladies find all that ramble helpful, watch out for part 3 :)

Mjay xxxo!