{"id":22498,"date":"2020-06-05T12:28:43","date_gmt":"2020-06-04T23:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/?p=20182"},"modified":"2020-06-05T12:28:43","modified_gmt":"2020-06-04T23:28:43","slug":"the-worst-skin-habits-that-you-should-stop-doing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/the-worst-skin-habits-that-you-should-stop-doing\/","title":{"rendered":"The worst skin habits that you should stop doing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Picking your skin<\/b><\/h2>\n

Who among us hasn\u2019t felt the urge to squeeze a pimple or blackhead, or even just pick a tiny blemish scab as it heals? We know it\u2019s a terrible habit but sometimes it\u2019s hard to resist. With the advent of Covid-19 and the medical advice not to touch your face, we\u2019ve all come to realise just how often we do this very thing. Touching your face spreads bacteria, and when you add pimple popping into the mix, there\u2019s even more chance for germs to multiply – from your finger to the pimple site and further on to the clearer areas of your face. Popping and picking also only delays your skin\u2019s natural healing processes, so your breakout lasts longer and scarring is more likely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Instead, use skincare products formulated for blemish-prone skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not washing your face at night<\/b><\/h2>\n

After a long day at work, with kids or just out for an evening, there\u2019s always the temptation to simply slide into bed without removing all our makeup. But leaving on a full face allows pores to clog overnight, leaving you with more chance of blemishes. When you avoid your nighttime routine, you\u2019re also skipping the chance to give your skin some serious TLC. Nighttime is the ideal time to apply your vitamin A serums, which help skin repair overnight (it\u2019s the most recommended anti-ageing ingredient and an essential for skin health). Make a warm cleanse or even double cleanse a non-negotiable part of your evening routine and you\u2019ll reap the benefits.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Neglecting sunscreen<\/b><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s the easiest way to ward off premature ageing, but sometimes we\u2019re not always vigilant about our daily SPF. Especially as we head into winter, it\u2019s important to keep up a daily sunscreen habit. Any time we\u2019re outdoors, in the car or even near windows indoors the sun\u2019s damaging UVB and UVA rays are affecting our skin. The reason many women avoid sunscreen is that the texture is too heavy or greasy, making it unpleasant to wear, especially under makeup. The secret is simply to invest in a sunscreen with a sheer, easy-to-blend texture that\u2019s a pleasure to wear – and ideally one that offers other benefits too, such a sheer tint or antioxidants. Don\u2019t think of it as something for summer and the beach; think of it as a daily anti-aging non-negotiable. And choose your facial sunscreen from a premium skincare line, rather than the same brand as you\u2019d use for a family day at the beach. Our favourites are Synergie UberZinc<\/a> and <\/span>Coola Mineral Face SPF 30 Matte Cucumber<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ignoring neck, chest and hands<\/b><\/h2>\n

Anything you do to your face – be it cleansing or applying serum, sunscreen or moisturiser – should also be done to your neck, upper chest and hands. (Unless you want a visible marker at the neck of how effective your skincare is!) These areas tend to get a lot of sun exposure, whilst having thinner skin with less fad padding, so giving them some TLC always pays off. If you\u2019re using a sheet mask, squeeze the excess from the sachet and dispense over these areas to get the most bang for your buck.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not cleaning your makeup brushes, facecloth and phone<\/b><\/h2>\n

Hygiene has become a hot topic since Covid-19, as we\u2019ve all been made hyper-aware of how germs spread. Items you use every day, such as your phone or makeup brushes, will harbour bacteria if not cleaned regularly and can then cause breakouts and blemishes on your face. A good tip is to take your makeup brushes into the shower when you’re washing your hair, and simply use a bit of gentle shampoo on them while you conditioner sinks in. Phones should be wiped down often and face clothes are best washed every couple of days (invest in a set of several as they’re inexpensive). If you use a cleansing sponge, be sure to allow it to dry out daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

Too many dehydrating drinks – and not enough water\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Coffee, tea, Diet Coke – all that good stuff we love doesn\u2019t hydrate us at all but is in fact diuretic (it makes us dehydrated). Switch to herbal tea (uncaffeinated) when you can, invest in a water bottle you\u2019ll love to use and perk up the experience by adding vitamin enrichment such as <\/span>Pure Inventions Water Infusion Drops<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Picking your skin Who among us hasn\u2019t felt the urge to squeeze a pimple or blackhead, or even just pick a tiny blemish scab as it heals? We know it\u2019s a terrible habit but sometimes it\u2019s hard to resist. 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