Exposing the Truth: Laying bare the facts and debunking the myths on skin care

It is time we set straight the facts about skin care. Exfoliating your skin can only help you to look younger and more rejuvenated. Clinique’s 3-Step Systems is the perfect regimen to make your skin feel vibrant and healthy. No matter what skin type you fall under, there is a Clinique formula to help the look of your skin improve. All it takes is a little (persuasion and willpower) to transition to this easy daily routine. Before you know it you will have picked up a habit that will benefit you now and in the future.

Let’s get started by clearing up some common skin care rumors.

Myth 1: You only need to exfoliate your face every once in a while.

Truth: Gentle, daily exfoliation has been proven to keep our skin looking younger. Removing dead skin cells can make age spots softer, pores smaller and line and wrinkles less evident. According to Dr. David Orentreich, Clinique’s guiding dermatologist, exfoliation is comparable to exercise; it’s better to follow a custom fit, moderate program on a regular basis, than to overdo it randomly. He suggests gentle exfoliation twice a day. Tip: Using Clinique’s Clarifying Lotion, which is available in four different strengths, will allow you to choose the perfect level of exfoliation to match your skin type.

Myth 2: Your skin can become “used to” the same skin care regimen, losing its effectiveness over time.

Truth: Your skin cannot become immune to the same skin care regimen. Although your skin will change over time due to age, climate and lifestyle, the products will always be as effective as when you first started. However, due to these changes you may want to adjust key elements at your routine. Clinique offers an array of calibrated strengths to skin typed products so that it is possible to modify your system according to your skin’s changing needs. Tip: Consider switching to a milder soap during the cold months and see a Clinique Consultant once a season to find out how you can best prepare your skin for climate changes!

Myth 3: No one needs to exfoliate until adulthood.

Truth: You should start exfoliating as a teenager. Exfoliation will help to keep acne at a minimum and improve the overall appearance of the skin. It will also play a key role by helping to activate the skin’s natural desquamation process. Tip: You don’t have to use harsh scrubs or irritating astringents, gentle daily chemical exfoliation twice a day is the best way to get great skin.

Myth 4: You should not exfoliate if you have acne.

Truth: Exfoliating serves the purpose of unclogging pores, allowing your natural oils to rise to the surface and help reduce the first signs of acne, blackheads and whiteheads. Preventing the clogging of pores goes a long way in preventing the formation of spots. By using Clinique’s 3-Step System you will be helping your skin in the most valuable way by keeping it rejuvenated, clean and healthy.

Myth 5: Oily skin does not need to be moisturized.

Truth: All skin types need to be moisturized. It is important to find a moisturizer that will give an optimal balance for your particular skin type. If you have oiler skin, Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel is an oil-free moisturizer developed by dermatologists to soften, smooth and improve the skin. It gives a critical oil/water balance that the skin needs to perform at its best.

Clinique’s Liquid Facial Soap and Bar Soap are specifically formulated to clear away dirt and oil without stripping the skin. Following with Clinique’s Clarifying Lotion will clear your skin of any dead cells. Then Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion will prevent and alleviate dry or irritated skin. Great skin care can be created with Clinique’s 3-Step System. No matter age, race or skin type this regimen will help anyone achieve beautiful and healthy skin.