Lately, a lot has been said about smog and how it’s harmful for our lungs. The places where its concentration is higher, more health problems are reported. No wonder why we are trying to do our best to fight the smog. In many regions of the world there are changes in law introduced so as to limit the risk.
However…
have you ever wondered what is the impact of smog on our complexion? This topic is rarely discussed since the adverse effects onto our health are considered as more important. Therefore, it’s worth realizing that smog has equally strong influence on our complexion as it has on our health.
Thick and viscid air called smog is heavily polluted by many dangerous toxins that easily penetrate all skin layers, get inside hair and weaken its condition. Especially dangerous are suspended particulates which contain a high content of heavy metals as well as very toxic nitrogen dioxide (NO2). These substances cause many unwanted chemical reactions in a human organism.
How does smog influence complexion?
- Accelerates skin ageing processes which results in wrinkles
- Facilitates inflammations and acne
- Causes skin getting flabby and dull
- Encourages skin discolorations
- Clogs skin pores and visibly dehydrates skin
HOW TO PROTECT SKIN AGAINST SMOG?
Cleansing
The most important issue is making skin clean in such a way not to disturb the natural hydrolipid barrier, which poses a kind of self-developed shield against toxins. Resign from using mechanical peelings because these cause an additional and completely unnecessary skin irritations. Better use cleansing masks. When it comes to make-up removal, I would recommend applying either a micellar lotion or oil. Don’t reach for gels or soap that deliver strong action. If you want to make your skin really clean, take advantage of a sonic brush which is super effective at breaking out the invisible molecules of impurities that gather on your skin surface.
Protection
The second stage is providing skin with double protection because natural protective layers of our skin aren’t able to cope with smog on their own. Choose serum and creams that base their action on oils since the products containing water may, against all appearances, dehydrate. Cleansed face skin absorbs protective and active substances better, yet it’s worth delivering to your dermis only the right elements. Pay attention whether the moisturising cosmetic you are about to use contains vitamin C, anti-oxidants and ceramides.
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