Many of us seek out skin care products with natural ingredients when purchasing skin care products; but what exactly does that entail?
The term natural isn’t defined by the FDA; however, many companies follow globally accepted guidelines when defining it. Familiarity with ingredients (such as wheat flour versus sorghum flour) also influences perceptions of whether a product qualifies as natural.
Seasonal Skin Care
Your skin responds differently depending on the season, necessitating an adaptable skincare routine tailored specifically for each season. Natural ingredients can help address seasonal shifts while protecting your barrier, limiting breakouts and maintaining equilibrium.
As spring unfolds, exfoliation can help remove dead skin cells for a brighter-looking complexion. You should also switch to a lightweight moisturizer which won’t clog your pores and doesn’t produce excess grease – both options should help you discover radiantly healthy skin!
Summer brings extra sun exposure, so a toner with anti-inflammatory green mandarin fruit water or skin soothing chamomile stem extract may help minimize breakouts and sensitivity. A serum containing vitamins C or niacinamide will also support radiant, healthy skin.
As temperatures cool and the air becomes drier, switch to a nourishing facial moisturizer with humectants such as glycerin and hyaluronic acid as well as replenishing agents such as jojoba oil to replenish skin lipids. This will help prevent dryness and flakiness while keeping skin hydrated throughout winter – make sure it is hypoallergenic or fragrance-free to reduce risk.
Anti-Aging Skin Care
As we age, our skin becomes susceptible to wrinkles, splotches and pigmentation issues that impact its tone, capillaries and texture. Utilizing clean ingredients and scheduling regular exfoliations treatments may help combat these signs.
Anti-aging skin care products containing botanical extracts, vitamin C, peptides and hyaluronic acid may help visibly reduce fine lines, improve skin tone and texture and restore youthful radiance. Look for dermatologist-recommended brands with clinical testing-proven clean formulas without harsh chemicals to achieve maximum effectiveness.
Natural anti-ageing ingredients such as coenzyme Q10 and bakuchiol have proven anti-ageing benefits, such as coenzyme Q10 and bakuchiol which promote healthy collagen formation for firmer skin, vitamin C as an antioxidant to brighten and radiance, Hyaluronic acid as a humectant that retains moisture, making your skin less dry and scaly. Hyaluronic acid may also act as a humectant. Ideally use an anti-ageing day cream with natural SPF protections for maximum sun damage prevention against sun damage and premature aging effects.
Nourishing Skin Care
Skin care products provide your body with essential vitamins and nutrients it needs for healthy living, often free from artificial fragrances and colors, including plant extracts with healing properties.
Rosemary extract, for instance, is often recommended as an anti-ageing skincare solution due to its antioxidants which fight free radical damage that leads to wrinkles and fine lines. Furthermore, this anti-inflammatory ingredient makes it suitable for sensitive skin as well as scalp irritations.
Jojoba oil is another popular option for providing nourishment to skin. Similar to sebum (the oil produced naturally by your body), this natural substance helps hydrate complexions while balancing oils without blocking pores. Packed with vitamin E and capable of replenishing hydrolipid films of dry skin cells, its ability can soften fine lines and wrinkles over time.
Hydrating Skin Care
Hydrating products help increase skin’s water content, leaving it plumper and more elastic. They typically include humectant ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin that draw moisture from the environment into deeper layers of the skin and bring it closer to the surface; additionally, these products often include emollients which lock in that moisture for further benefit.
Dehydration of skin can occur due to both environmental factors, like changing weather or prolonged UV radiation exposure, as well as internal causes like hormonal fluctuations or using drying ingredients in skincare regimens. When your skin becomes dehydrated it can feel rough and itchy; when that’s the case it could result in serious irritation for both yourself and others around you.
Natural ingredients can help hydrate skin, making them suitable for all types of skin. Before adding anything new into your regimen, read ingredient labels carefully and perform a patch test – some naturally derived ingredients may still interact negatively with prescription medications or interfere with other ingredients so it is always a good idea to consult your physician first before beginning a natural skin care regime.
