“I’m always interested in discovering new things and keeping up to date on new skin products. But no matter how many new things I try, there is one thing I always have to do: exfoliate my skin. It is the best advice for healthy skin. When you get rid of dry, dead cells, your skin is ready to receive moisturizing treatments. This is the key to regaining the skin’s inner glow.” – Elin Søreng
Do you think your skin is dull? Even though you are always careful to remove your makeup at night, use moisturizing cream and serum, and get enough sleep? Then you are not alone. It is one of the most common skin care mistakes.
If you want your skin to look its best, you need to help it on its way. Creams, serums and oils will not work as effectively if you don’t do one important thing first: remove dead skin cells, also called exfoliation.
Our skin cells are constantly renewing themselves. But to achieve glowing skin, it is necessary to remove dead skin cells. This stimulates skin circulation and allows the skin to absorb all the nutrients and moisture from skin care products.
Do you wonder if it is really necessary? Then take a look at these four signs:
1. Lack of brightness
Is the radiance of your skin gone? Do you wake up in the morning feeling fresh and healthy, but in the mirror your skin looks like it needs another eight hours under the comforter?
The reason could be simple: dead cells coat the surface of the skin, making it dull and lifeless.
To help your skin find its way back, start with a gentle facial scrub designed for mature skin, such as Nordic Exfoliating Face Scrub. It removes old cells and stimulates skin renewal. Shea butter and cranberry seed oil protect the skin, while bamboo extract nourishes it and improves its texture.
2. Old acne scars
Many people still have the pimple and acne scars they struggled with during their teenage years. They usually become less visible with time, but if you are still struggling with acne scars, it may be a sign that your skin needs some help to heal faster.
Skin exfoliation removes old, dead cells and stimulates skin renewal. The body has an opportunity to heal itself. As a result, acne scars may become less visible.
3. Skin products stop working
When you have been using the same products for a long time, you may find that they no longer work as well as before. Perhaps you think the manufacturer has changed the active ingredients in the cream?
The problem is not necessarily the skin care. It could be that dead skin cells are blocking the moisturizing properties of the products.
Regular exfoliation allows the skin to breathe and get more benefits from skin care products. Perform an initial scrub with an exfoliant such as Nordic Exfoliating Face Scrub. Dry the skin and let it rest before finishing with a serum such as Nordic Firming Serum. It blends into the skin, tightens and minimizes signs of aging while calming and reducing redness.
4. The makeup becomes uneven
Do you find that your foundation does not make your skin as smooth and even as it should, but instead gives an uneven result? Maybe it’s not just because you were a little tired when you put on makeup, but also because your skin is covered with dead skin cells.
It’s easy to fix: scrub your skin with an exfoliating product 1-2 times a week before applying a moisturizer. If you do this regularly, you will soon notice that your makeup is more even and your skin has a different glow. Maybe you will end up giving up makeup?
Time to exfoliate!
The skin works hard to protect the body from external agents. Doesn’t it therefore deserve a little care?
Remove dead skin cells a couple of times a week using an exfoliating skin product. This gives the skin the best starting point. Scrub the skin in gentle, circular motions for a few minutes. If you have sensitive skin, be very careful. Rinse with lukewarm water and finish with serum and moisturizer. Remember that skin is often a little drier after the scrub, so give it a little extra love.
Nordic Exfoliating Face Scrub is designed for mature skin and effectively removes old cells while stimulating skin renewal. The surface becomes smoother and improves the ability to absorb nutrients. Bamboo extract provides extra nourishment, making skin visibly fresher and brighter.
Let your skin breathe. If you have never done this before, you will be amazed at the difference.