Holed up at home with all the time in your hands? As we conscientiously battle Covid-19 and with aesthetic treatments temporarily out of reach, now is the best time to reevaluate your skincare regime.

Not being able to get your aesthetic fix can be despairing for some of us. A darker patch on the face here, a big pimple threatening to pop there, and perhaps some unwanted lines are showing where they should not.

Rest assured that we’re here to help you ride through these challenging times with these beauty tips. So check out these simple home remedies that will help you flatten your beauty woes, while we flatten the Coronavirus curve together.

1. Use Skincare Products Suitable For Your Skin

Your choice of skincare products should be as unique as your skin type. Oily, dry, acne-prone and sensitive skin warrants different skincare products to maintain its optimal condition.

If you have dry skin, you will have to constantly replenish the lost moisture by diligently applying moisturizers. Dry, sensitive skin is normally irritated by environmental factors or products. So do not touch irritants including spicy or acidic food. Patients with sensitive skin may have eczema, and eczema is also caused by psychological and physical stress. When you have insufficient sleep or are recovering from a fever or cold, eczema may flare up as a psychological response to these stressors.

The only way to calm sensitive, dry skin is by restoring the protective moisture barrier on your skin. Essentially, you must use a moisturizing skincare range. Your skin care regime should include moisturizing facial products and moisturizing body washes. It’s not a one-size-fits-all when it comes to bathing your body and washing your face. Don’t use your body wash to wash your face, no matter how persuasive the product marketing is. The skin on your face is more delicate than your body’s. And you will do yourself a favor by using the right products, to stave away the itch.

For individuals with oily skin, the Movement Control Order may wreak havoc to your skin if you have to temporarily halt your treatment. Your acne may reoccur. To prevent this, stay on top of your skincare regime and fastidiously apply skincare products developed for acne-prone skin.

For matured skin, your skincare routine should include anti-aging products with topical retinol. Retinols help to accelerate skin renewal, reduce acne and boost collagen production. While retinol is easily purchased at drugstores, retinol takes a longer time to work compared to Retin-A. Retin-A, or adapalene, is a more potent form of retinol and is only available with a prescription. Retin-A should only be dispensed by a dermatologist or skin specialist simply because it is stronger and can cause irritation.

2. Eat Healthily

For those of you who love eating out, food delivery services like Grab Food and Food Panda would likely be on your speed-dial. While these taste-bud saviors provide a delectable reprieve of food during the Movement Control Order, do opt for healthy food options. We are what we eat, and we can improve our immune system by making healthy food choices.

As we may not be as active as before, load up on vegetables and fruits packed with antioxidants to neutralize free radicals. You should not load up on supplements to make up for nutritional deficiencies in a poor diet. Start on the right footing by eating right to stay healthy.

3. Don’t Forget To Exercise Indoors. And Learn A New Skill.

Not being able to head out to the park, gym, or do your normal sporting activity should not transform you into a couch potato. In fact, exercising will help to keep you healthy during this challenging period.

Being active during Covid-19 is beneficial in many ways. This is the best time to put your creativity to a test by working out indoors. Not having weights, a treadmill or a stationary bike is not an exercise-stopper. With the world in lockdown mode, you can seek inspiration from YouTube influencers and professional athletes who upload their exercise programs on social media. Do research before you exercise, gear up and sweat it out indoors for better health.

While you’re at home, make good use of your spare time by learning a new skill. Rediscover the musician in you and learn new songs to add to your repertoire. Sign up for online music lessons. Learn a new language. Acquire new skills that will help you excel in your career.

4. Wash Your Hands Regularly and Restore Moisture

By now, you should know that washing your hands regularly and not touching your face will help to minimize the spread of Covid-19.

Bear in mind that water is alkaline and is an irritant. Contrastingly, our skin needs a more acidic PH to feel comfortable. So the more you wash your hand, the dryer your skin will become.

While washing hands is essential, use a moisturizing cleanser and apply a moisturizer after washing. This will help you manage hand eczema by ensuring sufficient moisture to the skin.

Another tip is not to use a hand sanitizer if you have access to water and soap. Once your hands are disinfected with water and soap, you need not use an alcohol rub or sanitizer. Do not treat hand sanitizers like hand moisturizers. Just like water and with at least 60% alcohol content, these products can trigger skin eczema too.

Conclusion

Covid-19 has posed to the world an unprecedented challenge that impacts the lives of the nation, its economy, and its citizen’s wellbeing. We must stay united in breaking the vicious chain of this infectious disease so that we can resume our normal lives. In trying times like this, taking care of yourself and your loved ones should be your number one priority. Look after your emotional wellbeing by staying connected with family and friends through Skype, WhatsApp or other digital platforms of your choice. By following the tips we shared, looking good at home is now within your fingertips.

Moreover, should you wish to enquire about our skincare products or purchase them, our lines are open at 011 – 2288 2299. Besides calling or WhatsApp, you can also send your enquiries or orders via e-mail to info@peterchngskinspecialist.com. In the meantime, stay safe, stay home and stay informed.

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