Oluwafolakemi Ibidokun
" I will praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made, marvellous are your works and my soul knows very well"
~ Ps 139:14 NKJV
This excerpt of the Scripture confirms that you and I are the handwork of God, His works are marvellous and that you and I are FEARFULLY and WONDERFULLY made by God.
If so, then the onus lie on you and I to show forth this marvellous work of God by taking very good care of ourselves. As much as we care for our spiritual lives, it is also imperative for us to take good care of our physical, cosmetic appearance in this wise our SKIN.
God Almighty has given us a wonderful body, formed our frame and in His wisdom has made the SKIN the largest organ in the human body, it is a matter of priority therefore to take very good care of our body, particularly our skin. We should therefore give it the attention it deserves. There is absolutely no SUBSTITUTE FOR A BEAUTIFUL SKIN. You may gab yourself in designer labels but without a beautiful skin, you're definitely cheating and short-changing yourself.
BASIC FACTS ABOUT THE SKIN
● It helps to heal wounds
● It helps to maintain body temperature
● It helps to prevent water loss from the body
● It protects the body from environmental damages, among others.
Naturally speaking, as we grow older, our skin also ages. Thus, this give rise to two types if skin ageing:
● INTRINSIC AGEING: This is attributable to the inherited genes and natural ageing processes.
● EXTRINSIC AGEING: This is caused by environmental and external factors such as weather, hot water and pollutants etc
SKIN TYPES
The human skin is categorised into 4 basic types; these include:
● NORMAL SKIN: This is a healthy skin which contains a balance of oil and moisture, it has a soft sheen. It's considered normal because it adapts to weather changes.
● DRY SKIN: The surface of this type of skin is scaly and flaky; lines are easily formed, especially around the eyes. It's prone to experience dehydration on frequent basis because it lacks natural skin oil. This skin type is sensitive to both high and low temperatures.
● OILY SKIN: This skin type is coarser in texture and more prone to breakouts, clogged pores, pimples, blackheads and blemishes but tends to wrinkle less.
● COMBINATION SKIN: This is the combination of both oily and dry skin, it's a combination of two extreme skin types, usually there are visible signs of oiliness in the T- zone and dryness on the cheek.
It is essentially important for us to identify the category that our skin falls into in order to know the appropriate skin care product to use
STEPS TO GOOD SKIN CARE
Having a good and flawless skin; requires you eat a balanced meal at all times, including fruits, nuts and veggies. Drinking water as much as possible and in addition to these by following the routines enumerated below. These are:
● CLEANSING: Removes make up and impurities, this refreshes the skin.
● EXFOLIATING: Provides gentle exfoliation for smoother skin and helps it to regenerate and renew itself.
● FRESHNING: Improves skin texture by clarifying the complexion and soothing it.
● MOISTURISING: Leaves the skin feeling soft and supple. It seals in the moisture and helps maintain a well balanced skin moisture
● PROTECTING: This process evens the skin tone. It helps to protect it from the harsh environmental factors and gives the skin a flawless look.
In conclusion, for a vibrant, radiant and flawless skin, it is essential you identify your skin type and thereafter gets the skin care products that best suit your skin and follow the above highlighted steps.
Don't settle for just any product and always remember that the products which suit one may not suit another because we have different skin types.
GET IT RIGHT!!
I hope this blesses you.
This excerpt of the Scripture confirms that you and I are the handwork of God, His works are marvellous and that you and I are FEARFULLY and WONDERFULLY made by God.
If so, then the onus lie on you and I to show forth this marvellous work of God by taking very good care of ourselves. As much as we care for our spiritual lives, it is also imperative for us to take good care of our physical, cosmetic appearance in this wise our SKIN.
God Almighty has given us a wonderful body, formed our frame and in His wisdom has made the SKIN the largest organ in the human body, it is a matter of priority therefore to take very good care of our body, particularly our skin. We should therefore give it the attention it deserves. There is absolutely no SUBSTITUTE FOR A BEAUTIFUL SKIN. You may gab yourself in designer labels but without a beautiful skin, you're definitely cheating and short-changing yourself.
BASIC FACTS ABOUT THE SKIN
● It helps to heal wounds
● It helps to maintain body temperature
● It helps to prevent water loss from the body
● It protects the body from environmental damages, among others.
Naturally speaking, as we grow older, our skin also ages. Thus, this give rise to two types if skin ageing:
● INTRINSIC AGEING: This is attributable to the inherited genes and natural ageing processes.
● EXTRINSIC AGEING: This is caused by environmental and external factors such as weather, hot water and pollutants etc
SKIN TYPES
The human skin is categorised into 4 basic types; these include:
● NORMAL SKIN: This is a healthy skin which contains a balance of oil and moisture, it has a soft sheen. It's considered normal because it adapts to weather changes.
● DRY SKIN: The surface of this type of skin is scaly and flaky; lines are easily formed, especially around the eyes. It's prone to experience dehydration on frequent basis because it lacks natural skin oil. This skin type is sensitive to both high and low temperatures.
● OILY SKIN: This skin type is coarser in texture and more prone to breakouts, clogged pores, pimples, blackheads and blemishes but tends to wrinkle less.
● COMBINATION SKIN: This is the combination of both oily and dry skin, it's a combination of two extreme skin types, usually there are visible signs of oiliness in the T- zone and dryness on the cheek.
It is essentially important for us to identify the category that our skin falls into in order to know the appropriate skin care product to use
STEPS TO GOOD SKIN CARE
Having a good and flawless skin; requires you eat a balanced meal at all times, including fruits, nuts and veggies. Drinking water as much as possible and in addition to these by following the routines enumerated below. These are:
● CLEANSING: Removes make up and impurities, this refreshes the skin.
● EXFOLIATING: Provides gentle exfoliation for smoother skin and helps it to regenerate and renew itself.
● FRESHNING: Improves skin texture by clarifying the complexion and soothing it.
● MOISTURISING: Leaves the skin feeling soft and supple. It seals in the moisture and helps maintain a well balanced skin moisture
● PROTECTING: This process evens the skin tone. It helps to protect it from the harsh environmental factors and gives the skin a flawless look.
In conclusion, for a vibrant, radiant and flawless skin, it is essential you identify your skin type and thereafter gets the skin care products that best suit your skin and follow the above highlighted steps.
Don't settle for just any product and always remember that the products which suit one may not suit another because we have different skin types.
GET IT RIGHT!!
I hope this blesses you.
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