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Getting rid of acne and knowing the right steps isn’t always easy. Here’s a dermatologist’s advice on how to properly cleanse your skin and knock out imperfections.
It was on the social network TikTok that dermatologist Shereen Idriss revealed her tip for optimizing the skin cleansing step when you have acne. As we know, this is a key moment in the skincare ritual, in order to eliminate impurities accumulated throughout the day. All without attacking the epidermis. It is also advisable to choose a treatment adapted to your skin type. For acne-prone skin, it is advisable to opt for purifying treatments that do not dry out the skin. But how can you maximize their effects? Advice from dermatologist Shereen Idriss.
The secret? Use the cleanser as a mask
Very simple, the dermatologist’s trick consists of “diverting” the usual use of cleansing care. How? By using it as a mask. Her explanations: “When using a cleanser, don’t rinse it off immediately after applying it, otherwise you’re throwing your money away.”begins the dermatologist facing the camera. “On the contrary, you have to let the product act for a minimum amount of time so that the formula can activate on the skin.”she adds. The specialist recommends applying your cleanser like a mask and leaving it on for 30 seconds to two minutes depending on the time available several times a week, then making circular movements with your fingertips before rinsing. Good to know, right?