The right (& wrong) ways to cleanse, moisturize & exfoliate your skin...

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Here we show you tips on how to properly care for your skin, from the right way to wash your face, to the best moisturizers and UV protection. The Basic 3-Step Skincare Regimen Step 1: Cleansing Avoid bar soaps as they tend to dry out the skin. Be careful not to cleanse too often. Washing at night should do you. In the morning, a splash of lukewarm water is all you need. Never wash your face with hot or cold water (both can cause broken capillaries). Also be careful about overcleansing skin. Here's the best way to wash your face: Use warm water to loosen dirt and clogged pores. Use a dime-sized bit of cleanser, then rinse with cool or lukewarm water. You'll also want to take off your makeup with a proper makeup remover. Step 2: Exfoliate There are several ways to exfoliate skin: Microdermabrasion, chemical peels and retinoids. Scrubs work by removing the top layer of dead skin cells that tend to dull your complexion. Make sure you use a gentle scrub with tiny grains. Big grains in cheap scrubs can tear skin and cause more harm than good. Step 3: Moisturize A basic law of beauty is that everyone, no matter her skin type, should moisturize. Even if your skin is oily, it will benefit from moisturizers. (The only exception is those with acne). When choosing a moisturizer, the perfect one will fit these 3 requirements: It smells best, feels best & goes on without feeling greasy on the skin. It should never irritate or burn your skin. Do you have a skin regimen that you stick to. Is it similar to this one?