PElle dull, opaque, with persistent imperfections? It could be asphyxiated skin, lhectically “suffocated”. It is a little known but rather widespread skin condition, especially between Those who live in urban contexts, use cosmetics not suitable for their skin type or follow wrong skincare habits. Here’s how to recognize it, what are the main causes, the ingredients avoid and which instead to choose to help the skin find balance, brightness and well -being.
Asphyxiated skin: what it is and how it is recognized
“Asphyxiated skin is a skin condition characterized by an extinguishing, opaque and little oxygenated appearance. The term “asphitic” derives from the fact that the skin appears as “suffocated”, with a bad oxygenation and an accumulation of dead cells and impurities Like the excess of sebum, make-up residues or environmental polluting particles “begin to explain from the department Medical Marketing by ISDIN.
«It is recognizable because it has a gray or yellowish appearance, opaque, without natural brightness even after having hated the face. The texture appears rough and irregular, with particularly visible pores and frequent blackheads And it is often accompanied by shiny areas alternating with dry or desquamate areas. Lastly It can present microcomedons or pimples due to the accumulation of sebum and dead cells and other impurities “
The most common causes: comfortable cosmetics and poor cleansing
«It is often a combination of several factors that cause asphyxiated skin. Like, for examplethe use of unsuitable, occlusive or comedogenic cosmetics which can cause the obstruction of the pores leading to the development of imperfections.
Also an inadequate cleansing, for example too aggressive or insufficientcan be the cause. In the first case it can cause the removal of the most superficial lipid layer of the skin, bringing dehydration and irritation; In the second case, however, an ineffective cleansing may not be sufficient to remove impurities, favoring an extinguished appearance and the accumulation of sebum “continues from Istin.
Hormonal imbalances, pollution and lifestyle
Not only that. «Even the hormonal imbalances in some phases of life can also have direct effects on the skininfluencing sebum secretion, thus making the skin more subject to developing impurities ».
“A Little healthy lifestyle, accompanied by unbalanced diet and lack of physical activity, smoking and alcohol consumption They can negatively influence skin health, compromising its oxygenation and brightness ».
And finally, «also exposure to air pollution and other external agents It can irritate the skin and obstruct the pores, contributing to the appearance of this skin condition ».
Asphymptic skin: the beauty ingredients to avoid and those “friends”
Among the ingredients to avoid in case of asphyxiated skin there are certainly mineral oilssince they can further suffocate the skin and obstruct the pores. As well excessively aggressive substances content in too strong detergents or exfoliating frequently used.
On the contrary, among the “friendly ingredients” of the asphyxiated skin we find: “hyaluronic acid, Which hydrates and helps to maintain the skin luminous. There Vitamin C for its antioxidant qualities and hydroxiacid (Glycolic acid or salicylic acid) which favor the surface exfoliation of the skin and improve their texture. There are also the retinoid which help to regenerate the skin and the niacinamide Ideal to improve the function of the skin barrier »specifies the ISDIN team.
The skincare routine that really helps
But then, which beauty routine to follow? «The recommended routine It starts with a delicate cleansing, to be carried out morning and evening, using non -aggressive products that respect the hydrolipidic film. This is accompanied by light exfoliation, to be performed one or twice a week, preferably with delicate chemicals based on AHA or scrub “.
As a second step, it is advisable to apply a Siero based on vitamin C or niacinamidetwo active ingredients known for their antioxidant action and for the ability to improve the skin barrier function. Follows the use of a Light and not occlusive moisturizing creamideal for maintaining the right level of hydration without weighing down the skin or promoting the occlusion of the pores.
Photoprotection always
In the end, Daily photoprotection is essential every day of the year. It is important to choose sun protection not comedogenicideally with High SPF, broad -spectrum filters and one light and pleasant texture to apply. Even better if enriched with ingredients that offer additional protection against environmental pollution, thus helping to preserve the skin from further oxidative stress ».
Care in the summer
During the summer it is essential to take care of asphyxiated skin With particular attention to avoid compromising the results.
“First of all, it is essential Always use a broad spectrum sun protectionto prevent solar radiation from getting this condition. In this case it is better to choose products with Light textures, preferably formulated in the watery and non -comedogenic external phasein order not to weigh or further obstruct the pores ».
“It is important to keep the skin hydrated, Using products based on hyaluronic acid both with high and low molecular weightto ensure deep and lasting hydration. Finally never forget about cleansingessential to remove make -up and impurities »conclude by ISDIN.
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