The reason you should stop the habit of washing your face while taking a shower immediately

Many people wash their face while taking a shower in the morning.

Because it is comfortable and saves time.

However, this can have adverse effects on the skin.

Three correct facial cleansing habits for healthy skin

 

 

 

Do not wash your face with a showerhead

 

The water pressure from the showerhead can cause damage to the skin.

Especially when taking a shower, people usually use hot water, but the high temperature of the water also threatens skin health.

Prolonged exposure to hot water excessively removes oils, disrupting the balance of oil and moisture, and

Because the skin barrier can be damaged. There is also a risk of capillaries dilating, leading to or worsening facial flushing.

Therefore, for the skin, it is better to wash your face directly with water from the showerhead rather than,

After filling the sink with lukewarm water, gently rub the skin and wash your face.

 

 

Brush your teeth first and then wash your face

 

For skin health, it is better to wash your face before brushing your teeth.

Toothpaste contains various ingredients that help whiten teeth and remove foreign substances from the teeth.

Fluoride, abrasives, and surfactants are representative. These ingredients are good for dental health, but

If it gets on your face, it can irritate the skin and cause inflammation.

For individuals with sensitive skin or skin conditions such as acne or dermatitis, fluoride in toothpaste,

There is a risk that symptoms may worsen due to sodium lauryl sulfate (surfactant).

Therefore, to avoid skin problems caused by toothpaste ingredients, you should wash your face after brushing your teeth.

Washing your face after brushing your teeth can effectively remove any remaining toothpaste residue around your mouth.

 

 

Wash your nose and forehead first

 

When washing your face, starting with your nose and forehead can help reduce skin irritation.

It is a area around the nose and forehead, commonly called the 'T-zone,' where oil secretion is particularly abundant.

On the other hand, the cheek that is usually rubbed first when washing the face is the nose and

It is relatively dry because it has less sebum than the forehead.

Over-washing the cheeks can actually irritate the skin and make it drier.

Therefore, the order of washing is postponed, and the time spent rubbing the bowl is

Briefly, make sure to thoroughly wash the sebum around the nose and forehead.

 

 

[Source: Health Chosun]