Skincare Routine 101: What Your Dermatologist Wants You To Know

Everyone wants beautiful, healthy skin, and it takes a bit of extra care to keep your skin beautiful and healthy. Dr. Cary Ann Jenkins at Morris Dermatology and Joliet Dermatology offers comprehensive dermatology services, including helping you with your skincare routine. She has two convenient office locations that both offer skin care products in Morris and Joliet, IL, to help you.

What You Need To Do To Enjoy Healthy, Beautiful Skin

Your skin is an important organ, protecting and shielding you and keeping you looking your best. The right skincare routine can make all the difference in how your skin looks and how healthy it feels.

The basics of skincare include a few vital steps. You should:

• Carefully clean your face in the morning and before you go to bed
• Avoid going to bed with makeup on your face
• Use cleansing products appropriate for your skin type
• Apply moisturizer with a sunscreen of at least SPF 40 daily, to keep your skin hydrated and protected from harmful UV rays

There are a few steps you can take to customize your skincare routine. Skin conditions like acne, rosacea, and others can benefit from a few extra steps. If you live in a harsh environment, your skin may need a little extra protection. Consider that if you:

• Have fair skin or burn easily, always wear an SPF sunscreen of 50 or higher to protect your skin from sun damage and skin cancer
• Live in a dry climate, use a thicker, creamier moisturizer to lock in moisture
• Have oily skin and are prone to acne, use non-comedogenic products that won’t clog your pores
• Have mature, aging skin, use products to boost collagen production and hydration

Want To Know More About Your Skincare Routine?

To discover more about the right skincare routine, you can schedule a product consultation with one of our aestheticians by calling the office of Dr. Cary Ann Jenkins at Morris Dermatology and Joliet Dermatology in Morris and Joliet, IL. You can reach the Joliet, IL, office by calling (815) 666-1742, or the Morris, IL, office by calling (815) 941-5160, so call today.