What if we told you that it only takes 60 seconds to make a noticeable improvement in your skin? One minute is, apparently, enough to achieve a cleaner, brighter, and more hydrated complexion according to pharmacist . De Pons, who recommends to her clients to cleanse for just 60 seconds, believes that cutting down on your daily cleansing routine can help your skin improve as well as making you more mindful of other self-care moments. How does the “one-minute rule” work? First, De Pons says you need to choose the correct cleanser.
"Surfactants can be too strong [in exfoliating cleansers], so look to use milder ones,” she continues: “Strong surfactants remove all the dirt and grease they come across, and on the surface of the skin we have the hydrolipidic film, which is a mixture of water and fats produced naturally by our skin to keep it hydrated, as well as performing many other functions. When we use soaps that are too strong, you might remove the dirt, but you’ll also take away the hydrolipidic film which leaves the skin exposed. This is when the skin will feel dry and tight and, in some cases, cause flaking and redness.
” After choosing a , you'll realize something important—these cleansers take longer to remove makeup, dirt, and grime: Thus, the effectiveness of the “one-minute rule.” “When we use cleansers suitable for our face, we should give them time to actually cleanse the skin. However, you may not feel squeaky clean because you won’t give the s.
