Not Just Skin Deep

By Nora Heston Tarte

Self-care begins with skincare

Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and certainly one of the most important, but knowing how to properly care for your skin isn’t an exact science. We walk past shelves of products everyday, see commercials and advertisements with fresh-faced models everywhere, and likely pass a few day spas on our way to work.

Simply pulling random products from the shelves likely isn’t going to transform your skin-and these claims to looking 10 years younger practically overnight feel false. You are best seeking a tailored skincare routine for you via VCI Shop, or somewhere similar to give you good results. Investing in a good moisturizer and face wash is paramount, but honestly, it isn’t enough. Read on to learn more about the skin care routines you should be practicing, and why DIY scrubs and products aren’t all Pinterest makes them up to be.

Get a facial. Facials don’t just make you look good, they also keep skin healthy by removing dead cells and targeting a deeper clean. Stop looking at them as a treat reserved for birthdays and bachelorette parties and instead make facials a key part of your skincare routine. Try This: An oxygen facial from Essentials Salon. This type of treatment boosts new skin growth and the “nutrient infusion” includes 87 types of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids.

Seek Out a Medi-Spa. Medi-spas have a reputation for being glorified Botox injection centers, but there’s more inside than a bunch of needles. Tons of procedures targeted at restoring youth are available to patients of all ages who want to put their best face forward with the help of a professional. Try This: A vampire facial isn’t too new of a concept but the bloody aftermath sometimes causes people to shy away. Consider this; a vampire facial uses PRP (platelet rich plasma) to generate new skin growth, which is the same portion of blood used to treat injuries such as muscle or ligament tears.

Ask an aesthetician. From Wine & Roses to Perfect Balance, San Joaquin County is brimming with day spas, which means there are plenty of aestheticians around for a consult. The products we use on our faces daily are important, but it can feel a lot like choosing blind if you don’t know what you are doing. Not to mention those DIY products can wreak serious havoc on sensitive skin. Try This: Schedule an appointment for a treatment with an aesthetician and then pick her brain. These professionals are trained in assessing skin and making personalized suggestions. You won’t get a better recommendation for products anywhere else.