There is a wide selection of botanical skin care products on the market today. If you have ever searched for these products at your local department or health food store, you will have noticed that the ingredients found in these formulas are added to skin cleansers, moisturizers, and toners. Starting an effective skin care regimen will first involve the daily use of a gentle cleanser on your face and neck. There are different types of cleansers, but unless you have oily skin, it is best to use one that does not strip the skin of its natural oils. In addition, most cosmeticians tell us not to wash our face with a heavy detergent soap since it will tend to dry, irritate, and alter the ph balance of our skin.
Most cleansers on the market today contain harsh chemicals such as sodium lauryl sulfate and should not be used since they … Read the rest