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Gentle Skin Research Paper

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Step 1: Only use well-formulated, gentle skin-care products.

It's tempting to try different scrubs to get rid of discoloration, but they can tear into the skin, giving your skin a hard time to heal. Instead, use gentle facial products like a Hydralight gel face cleanser.

• Wet face.
• Apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area. o Use vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions.
• Rinse well (http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/skin-care-categories/complete-skin-care-collections/_/Hydralight-Advanced-Kit/).

Note: To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth.

Step 2: Use an AHA or BHA exfoliant.

AHA (alpha hydroxy acids) comes from fruits, nuts, milk or sugars. They break down the bonds between cells, allowing …show more content…

Using chemical exfoliations penetrates deeper into the skin. You can make homemade facial peels following the steps below (http://www.skinacea.com/how-to/fade-acne-marks.html#.VafRBnjRmS1).

AHA Chemical Peel

• Pour ¼ cup of sugar cane and ¼ cup of yogurt into a bowl.
• Stir the ingredients together to create a paste.
• Use your fingertips to spread a layer of the paste over your face. o Avoid the eye area.
• Let the peel sit for 10-15 minutes.
• Remove with cool water (http://www.livestrong.com/article/212001-how-to-make-homemade-facial-chemical-peels/).

BHA Chemical Peel

• Combine 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 cup of water.
• Stir to dissolve.
• Set the mix aside. o This will be the neutralizer for the acid.
• Place 12 aspirin in a dish.
• Sprinkle lemon juice over the aspirin. o The juice adds the exfoliating power and helps dissolve the aspirin.
• Using a spoon, crush the aspirin into a thin paste. o If necessary, add more lemon juice.
• Use your fingers to smooth the peel over your face. o Avoid the eye area.
• Allow the mixture to dry for 10 minutes.
• Wipe off with a cotton ball soaked in the baking soda neutralizer …show more content…

Don't blob on too much or use it too frequently, you can cause serious irritation. After your skin adjusts, increase the use of application (http://www.skinacea.com/acne/acne-treatment-azelaic-acid.html#.VafYOXjRkRk).

Step 9: Toning down red skin.

Red skin may be bumpy or have an itchy, rash-like texture. Redness may get worse by getting too hot or overly emotional. It can be hard to hide, but this simple home remedy can tone down the color of red skin (http://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/home-remedies-for-red-skin.aspx).

• Cut up a cucumber to slices.
• Directly place a couple slices onto any red spots. o This will help cool, soothe, and reduce redness (http://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/home-remedies-for-red-skin.aspx).

You can also try creating a clay mask to soothe the skin. • Blend a cucumber with one cup of oatmeal.
• Apply the mixture to the skin for 20 minutes.
• Rise off with warm water (http://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/home-remedies-for-red-skin.aspx).

Note: If using this method for rosacea, avoid triggers that make the redness worse including smoking, caffeine, and foods that are hot or

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