BASIC SKIN CARE

Would you like to find out what those-in-the-know have to say about skin care? The information in the article below comes straight from well-informed experts with special knowledge about skin care.


The skin is a strong elastic covering that enclose the body and protects it from damage by injury or infection. The skin is made up of an outer layer of cells (epidermis), an underlying part containing blood vessels (Dermis) and a deeper subcutaneous layer. In the deeper parts of the dermis are hair follicles from which hair grows.

The skin continually regenerates itself during life, though the process becomes slower as we grow older. Skin care applies equally to men and women irrespective of the race and color, although the darker the skin, the greater is its built-in protection against strong sunlight.


It's really a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subject of skin care. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas.


Bath with soap regularly. This remains the first principle. Soap emulsifies grease so that it can be washed off by water. Soap and water remove dirt, dead skin scales, and some of the bacteria, which normally live on skin. The skin usually replaces the removed grease within hours.

Avoid cold winds, extreme temperature and raised barometric pressure because they cause increased dryness and scaling of the skin, which may need treatment with a cold cream.

Over-exposure to sun’s rays can also harm the skin. Acute sunburn is painful if short lasting, and the discomfort can be eased by calamine lotion or similar application. More serious effects on the skin are caused by continual exposure to the skin over many years.

White skin is more susceptible to sunlight than dark skin, and prolonged sunbath can prematurely age the skin, causing loss of elasticity, thinning and wrinkling. It I also implicated in skin cancers.


The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact. Then you'll be glad you took the time to learn more about skin care.